EPN-V2

RAB3100 Computed Tomography Imaging Technology in Depth Course description

Course name in Norwegian
Fordypning i CT
Study programme
Radiography Programme
Weight
5.0 ECTS
Year of study
2022/2023
Curriculum
SPRING 2023
Schedule
Programme description
Course history

Introduction

The student must have been admitted to the study programme.

Required preliminary courses

Passed first and second year of the programme or equivalent

Learning outcomes

After completing the course, the student should have the following learning outcomes defined in terms of knowledge, skills and general competence: ;

Knowledge ;

The student can

  • explain different CT scan parameters, how they relate to each other and their effect on the image quality and radiation dose of the CT examinations
  • explain the general principles for CT optimisation with respect to image quality and radiation dose
  • explain the clinical application of the different protocols
  • explain optimisation of contrast agent examinations using new technology
  • describe how advanced new CT technology can be used in optimisation projects

Skills ;

The student can

  • apply advanced image processing methods in CT examinations

General competence ;

The student can

  • discuss the role of CT in diagnostic imaging at present and in future
  • assess the role of innovation in the field of CT

Teaching and learning methods

The following must have been approved in order for the student to take the exam:

  • a minimum attendance of 80% at scheduled seminars and skills training sessions
  • an individual practical test in skeletal and chest examinations in accordance with set criteria

Course requirements

Supervised individual written exam, combination of multiple choice and free text assignments, 3 hours

Assessment

No aids permitted

Permitted exam materials and equipment

Grade scale A–F

Grading scale

Pass/Fail;

Examiners

All exam papers are assessed by one internal and one external examiners.

Overlapping courses

Ingen overlapp med emner i gammel plan.