Course - Signal Processing in Ultrasound Imaging - TTK4165
TTK4165 - Signal Processing in Ultrasound Imaging
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Written examination
Grade: Letters
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written examination | 100/100 | 4 timer |
Course content
The course includes the use of signal theory and signal processing in ultrasound imaging. The main focus is medical applications, but also technical applications in aquaculture, oil and gas will be covered.
Learning outcome
Knowledge:
- Mathematical model for pulse-echo imaging systems based on signals in space and time.
- Spatial/temporal resolution; effects of limited bandwidth and sampling.
- Description of dynamic images by multi-dimensional Fourier analysis.
- Practical reconstruction algorithms for 2D and 3D imaging.
- Use of grayscale / color graphic representation of dynamic image information.
- Estimation of power spectrum and autocorrelation applied to ultrasonic Doppler signals.
Skills:
- Numerical simulations, visualization, and presentation of results in Matlab.
- Data acquisition and storage of medical image data.
- Implementation of signal processing methods in Matlab.
General skills:
- Use of imaging technology in modern medicine
- Communication in interdisciplinary projects
Learning methods and activities
Lectures, laboratory demonstrations, computer exercises, paper exercises. Students are free to choose Norwegian or English for written assessments. Postponed/repeated exams may be oral.
Compulsory assignments
- Exercises
Recommended previous knowledge
TTT4120 Digital Signal Processing.
TTK4160 Medical Imaging.
Required previous knowledge
Basic knowledge in mathematics, physics, and signal processing
Course materials
Textbook and/or lecture notes will be announced at start of the semester.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| MEDT4165 | 7.5 | ||
| SIE3067 | 7.5 |
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Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Second degree level
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: SPRING 2017
Language of instruction: English
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- Biophysics
- Biophysics and Medical Technology
- Biomedical Engineering
- ICT and Mathematics
- Medical Physics
- Medical Computer Science
- Medical Technology
- Engineering Cybernetics
- Technological subjects
- Telecommunications
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Engineering Cybernetics
Examination
Examination arrangement: Written examination
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Spring ORD Written examination 100/100 2017-05-31 09:00
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Room Building Number of candidates
Examination arrangement: Oral examination
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Summer KONT Oral examination 100/100 2017-08-14
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Room Building Number of candidates
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"