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On completion of this module the successful student will be able to:
- Use scientific concepts to explain the basic physical processes that underpin conventional radiography (X-rays), Ultrasound (US), Computed tomography (CT), Magnetic Resonance Imaging MRI), Radionuclide Imaging (RNI), Positron Emission Tomography (PET) and PET / CT, interventional radiology, breast imaging, forensic radiography and there will be an introduction to AI in medical imaging.
- Discuss the key components and operating principles of these imaging modalities.
- Be able to justify the use of each imaging modality to specific clinical conditions whilst considering the indications and considerations.
- Be able to justify the use of each imaging modality to various research applications.
Student Effort Type | Hours |
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Lectures | 24 |
Autonomous Student Learning | 101 |
Total | 125 |
Not applicable to this module.
Description | Timing | Component Scale | % of Final Grade | ||
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Continuous Assessment: Assignment to design a series of MCQs based on the theoretical content of lectures. | Throughout the Trimester | n/a | Graded | No | 40 |
Assignment: Poster design based on theoretical content and personal research. | Throughout the Trimester | n/a | Graded | No | 60 |
Remediation Type | Remediation Timing |
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In-Module Resit | Prior to relevant Programme Exam Board |
• Feedback individually to students, post-assessment
• Group/class feedback, post-assessment
Not yet recorded.
Name | Role |
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Ms Andrea Cradock | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |
Assoc Professor Shane Foley | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |
Mrs Allison Kacperski | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |
Ms Aine Lunney | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |
Ms Marie-Louise Ryan | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |
Dr Rachel Toomey | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |