RAD1062

Radiographic imaging and methods 2 (6 points)

(MED)

Leader: Associate Professor Marilyn Baird

Offered:
Clayton Second semester 2003 (Day)
Clayton Second semester 2004 (Day)

Synopsis: Concepts of kilovolts, time, millamps, distance and exposure technique charts. Image quality factors: geometric, SNR, resolution, MTF, contrast, unsharpness. Principles of quality assurance. Viewing the image and ROC. The radiographic projections clinical rationale, positioning methodologies and evaluation criteria for the respiratory system, pelvis, shoulder girdle, vertebral column and bony thorax.

Assessment: Written examination (3 hours): 60% + Laboratory reports: 20% + One multi-image analysis examination: 20%

Contact Hours: 3 lectures