CT Physics and Instrumentation. 3 Credit Hours

Catalog description

This course applies to CT (Phase 2) and will provide the student with an in-depth review of the fundamental physical principles of Computed Tomography (CT). CT is a specialized imaging modality. The historical development and evolution of CT will be reviewed. Physics topics include x-radiation in forming the CT image, CT beam attenuation, linear attenuation coefficients, tissue characteristics and Hounsfield number application. Data acquisition and manipulation techniques, image reconstruction algorithms will be also explained. This course will also provide students with knowledge of quality control, and instrumentational concepts. Prerequisites: MSIS 5013 Open for Cross Enrollment on Space Available Basis.