Medical Imaging Systems1 EQUP 4334

Course description:

The course provides a comprehensive knowledge of Medical Imaging technologies from a biomedical engineering perspective. The physics, mathematics, Instrumentation and clinical applications of all common medical imaging modalities including Ultrasound imaging, x­ray radiography, computed tomography (CT), and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) will be discussed.

Course Aims:

  • Develop basic knowledge Of the commonly Used and emerging biomedical imaging .modalities including Ultrasound x-ray imaging ,  CT, And Magnetic resonance imaging
  • Develop an understanding of general technical issues in medical imaging that Span the common modalities.
  • Develop A competence in the fundamental analytical and computational tools used in       Medical imaging.

Course outcomes:

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Recognize that there is a need for different imaging modalities
  • Understand the basic principles of each modality
  • Understand the terminology of biomedical imaging
  • Describe the key elements of the imaging systems that lead to image formation.
  • Describe the construction and operational principles of medical imaging devices
  • Explain how x-rays are works for diagnostic purpose.