Learning Outcomes:
On successful completion of this modules students should be able to:
Explain the basic principles of radioactivity, x-rays and light
Explain the basic principles of magnetism and electromagnetism and apply them to imaging equipment, e.g. X-ray generators
Understand the technical principles and equipment used in dental radiography, tomography, fluoroscopy, angiography, mammography and DEXA
Appreciate the value and importance of quality assurance and quality control in the imaging department
Perform or describe a range of quality control tests