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PH 3240 - Physics of Medical Imaging

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This course focuses on an introduction to areas of modern physics required for an understanding of contemporary medical diagnostic and treatment procedures.  Topics include a focus on the physics underlying modern medical imaging instruments:  the EM Spectrum, X-Ray, CT, Gamma Camera, SPECT, PET, MRI and hybrid instrumentation. In this course, students learn about the physics involved in how these diagnostic and therapeutic instruments work as well as the numerous physics and patient factors that contribute to the choice of instrument for diagnosis.  There will be field trips to local hospitals and medical imaging facilities and invited guest speakers.

Prerequisite or Concurrent: MT 1800  (may be taken concurrently with instructor approval).
Prerequisite: PH 1750  or PH 2900 .