MRI and Ultrasound (11816.2)

This unit introduces and familiarises the students with the imaging modalities of ultrasound and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). It covers the physical principles and instrumentation and the basic scanning techniques and protocols used in ultrasound and MRI clinical practice. It also covers safety issues associated with the use of ultrasound, radio-waves and high magnetic field strengths.

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:
1. Appraise and integrate an understanding of the physical principles, instrumentation, and image formation methods underpinning clinical applications of MRI and ultrasound;
2. Evaluate the safety and potential biological effects of using ultrasound, radio-waves, and strong magnetic fields in clinical ultrasound and MRI examinations;
3. Appraise and integrate the imaging protocols and techniques of the commonly performed clinical applications in ultrasound and MRI; and
4. Synthesise knowledge of anatomical structures and common pathologies in relation to ultrasound and MRI images.

Graduate attributes

1. UC graduates are professional - employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills
1. UC graduates are professional - use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems
2. UC graduates are global citizens - make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives

Prerequisites

11815 Specialised Planar Radiographic Imaging AND 10013 Computed Tomography.

Corequisites

Enrolment in 319JA Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Medical Imaging).

Incompatible units

None.

Equivalent units

None.

Assumed knowledge

None.