Modern Diagnostic Imaging Systems (AC or GE)

Catalog description

The underlying concepts and instrumentation of several modern medical imaging modalities. Review of applicable linear systems theory and relevant principles of physics. Modalities studied include X-ray radiography (conventional film-screen imaging and modern electronic imaging), computerized tomography (including the theory of reconstruction), ultrasound, and nuclear magnetic resonance imaging. Prerequisite: BME 244L; BME 271 or 271A or ECE 280L; junior or senior standing. Graduate students must get permission.