Course - Medical Physics - TFY4320
Medical Physics
About
About the course
Course content
Medical imaging modalities based on nuclear medicine (SPECT, PET), X-ray computed tomography (CT), ultrasound, and magnetic resonance imaging. Theory for image formation, image noise, image reconstruction and image processing. Quality assurance of medical imaging diagnostics. Instrumentation for delivery and verification of radiation therapy. Electrical safety of medical equipment.
Learning outcome
Introduction to medical physics, with emphasis on different imaging modalities and the principles of medical imaging.
Learning methods and activities
Lectures at NTNU. Mandatory laboratory assignments during excursion to the Norwegian Radium Hospital in Oslo. Teaching will be in English if students on international master programs are attending the course. A re-sit examination may be changed from written to oral.
Compulsory assignments
- Laboratory exercises
Recommended previous knowledge
Course TFY4225 Nuclear and Radiation Physics or equivalent is required.
Course materials
S. Webb: The Physics of Medical Imaging, Adam Hilger, 1990. Some supplementary material.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From |
|---|---|---|
| FY8918 | 7.5 sp | |
| SIF4094 | 7.5 sp |
Subject areas
- Biophysics and Medical Technology
- Physics
- Technological subjects