Available in 2024
Course code

MRSC2560

Units

10 units

Level

2000 level

Course handbook

Description

This course discusses the principles and operation of equipment and techniques used in Medical Radiation Science. The course presents to students the basic principles of operation for Computed Tomography (CT) technology to produce medical images. The course provides practical information on radiation protection and safety, as well as CT Contrast media. This course allows students to better understand, and provide a safe work environment, when using instrumentation associated with their clinical practice.


Availability2024 Course Timetables

Callaghan

  • Semester 2 - 2024

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of the course students will be able to:

1. Explain the principles of operation of Computed Tomography (CT)

2. Describe the quality assurance processes required for safe and effective use of Computed Tomography

3. Develop knowledge and skills in CT procedures

4. Describe basic CT terminology

5. Discuss and describe the safety aspects of CT including typical does and dose reduction techniques

6. Discuss and evaluate CT scanning protocols

7. Explain common artifacts that can affect CT imaging

8. Describe the principles of CT Fluoroscopy


Content

1. Principles and operation of Computed Tomography (CT) 

2. CT protocols

3. Iodinated contrast media and CT injections

4. CT patient safety and radiation protection.

5. Quality assurance processes for CT equipment.

6. Principles of CT Fluoroscopy


Requisite

This course is only available to students active in

Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Honours) (Diagnostic Radiography) [40002],

Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Honours)(Radiation Therapy) [40010], or

Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Honours)(Nuclear Medicine) [40011] programs

and have successfully completed PHYS1250.


Assumed knowledge

MRSC2501: MRS Instrumentation IIA


Assessment items

In Term Test: Exam 1 - during semester

In Term Test: Exam 2 - during semester

Written Assignment: Written assignment


Contact hours

Semester 2 - 2024 - Callaghan

Laboratory-1
  • Face to Face On Campus 1 hour(s) per term
Laboratory-2
  • Face to Face On Campus 1 hour(s) per term
Laboratory-3
  • Face to Face On Campus 1 hour(s) per term
Lecture-1
  • Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 10 week(s)
Tutorial-1
  • Face to Face On Campus 1 hour(s) per week(s) for 8 week(s) starting in week 2

Course outline