RAB3100 Computed Tomography Imaging Technology in Depth Course description

Language of instruction: Norwegian/English

Computed tomography (CT) provides great opportunities for accurate and detailed diagnosis, and has increased in scope in recent years. The specialisation course in CT focuses on protocol development, new trends in parameter selection, post-processing and image analysis. This course has been developed with a focus on new technology and in-depth study of innovative imaging methods.

Passed first and second year of the programme or equivalent. RAB1050 and RAB1060 are exempt from the progression requirement.

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

The work and teaching methods include lectures, seminars, skills training and self-study.

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

Supervised individual written exam of multiple choice and/or free text assignments, 2 hours.

No aids permitted.

Pass/Fail

All answers are assessed by one internal examiner.

The assessment scheme is evaluated regularly. An external programme supervisor participates in the evaluation and provides advice on further quality work in the study programme.

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