Physical Principles of Medical Imaging (12311.1)

This unit introduces both the physical principles of and the diverse array of technologies required in medical imaging. The focus of the unit is on the medical imaging areas of x-ray production, radiation detection and image production. The unit also provides an understanding of the principles of radiation and other safety standards, and approaches and quality management of medical imaging instrumentation.

This is co-taught with Physical Principles of Medical Imaging PG.

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:
1. Evaluate the principles, functions, and applications of planar medical imaging equipment relating to radiation detection and image production;
2. Analyse and explain the effect of various exposure combinations on image quality and modify x-ray image parameters to achieve optimal image quality in various imaging situations;
3. Evaluate the principles of and methods used in quality management of medical imaging instrumentation; and
4. Apply the principles of radiographic exposure to produce images that adhere to radiation safety standards.

Graduate attributes

1. UC graduates are professional - communicate effectively
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
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - evaluate and adopt new technology

Prerequisites

12309 Introduction to Medical Imaging

Corequisites

Enrolment in HLB104 Bachelor of Medical Imaging.

Incompatible units

None.

Equivalent units

None.

Assumed knowledge

None.