MEDİCAL IMAGING III PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
TGP253	MEDİCAL IMAGING III	3	3	3	5

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	Turkish
Level of the Course Unit :	ASSOCIATE DEGREE, TYY: + 5.Level, EQF-LLL: 5.Level, QF-EHEA: Short Cycle
Type of the Course :	Compulsory
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit	-
Coordinator of the Course Unit	Assist.Prof. VESİLE KÜÇÜK
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit	Assist.Prof. ÖZGÜR KÜRŞAT ŞENER-Assist.Prof. ÜMİT DERUNDERE
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	The aim of this course is to provide knowledge and skills related to Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and Computed Tomography (CT) imaging.
Contents of the Course Unit:	This course covers the following topics: Preparing for Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Obtaining Cranial MRI Images, Obtaining Neck MRI Images, Obtaining Thoracic MRI Images, Obtaining Upper Abdomen MRI Images, Obtaining Lower Abdomen MRI Images, Obtaining Vertebral MRI Images, Obtaining Upper Extremity MRI Images, Obtaining Lower Extremity MRI Images, Obtaining MR Angiography Images, Applying Advanced MRI Techniques, Preparing for CT Imaging (CT), Obtaining Head and Neck CT Images, Obtaining Vertebral CT Images, Obtaining Thoracic and Abdomen CT Images, Obtaining Extremity CT Images, and Applying Advanced CT Techniques.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Describes the preparations for Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI).
Explains how to obtain cranial MRI images, neck MRI images, and thoracic MRI images.
Explains how to obtain upper and lower abdominal MRI images.
Describes how to obtain vertebral MRI images.
Explains how to obtain upper and lower extremity MRI images.
Describes how to obtain MR angiography images.
Explains advanced MRI techniques.
Describes the preparations for CT imaging.
Describes how to obtain head and neck CT images and vertebral CT images.
Describes how to obtain thoracic and abdominal CT images and extremity CT images.
Explains advanced CT techniques.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	-	Preparation for Magnetic Resonance Imaging	-
2	-	Cranial MRI and Neck MRI	-
3	-	Thoracic MRI	-
4	-	Upper Abdomen and Lower Abdomen MRI	-
5	-	Vertebral MRI	-
6	-	Upper Extremity MRI and Lower Extremity MRI	-
7	-	MR Angiography	-
8	-	Advanced MRI Techniques	-
9	-	Preparation for CT Imaging	-
10	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
11	-	Head and Neck CT Imaging	-
12	-	Vertebral CT Imaging	-
13	-	Thoracic and Abdomen CT Imaging	-
14	-	Extremity CT Imaging	-
15	-	Advanced CT Imaging Techniques	-
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Bushong, S. C. (2021). Radiologic science for technologists: Physics, biology, and protection (12th ed.). Elsevier.
Seeram, E. (2019). Computed tomography: Physical principles, clinical applications, and quality control (4th ed.). Saunders
Akıncı, Ö. F., & Şener, Ö. K. (2020). Tıbbi görüntüleme yöntemleri ve teknikleri. Nobel Tıp Kitabevleri.
Çallı, C. (2018). Radyolojik görüntüleme teknikleri. Güneş Tıp Kitabevleri.
Yıldız, S., & Kılıçkesmez, Ö. (2019). Manyetik rezonans görüntüleme: Temel prensipler. İstanbul Tıp Kitabevi.

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description	Examination Method
Mid-Term Exam	1	50		Optical (Test) Exam
Final Exam	1	50		Optical (Test) Exam
TOTAL	2	100

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	It explains fundamental physics, chemistry, anatomy, radiological and cross-sectional anatomy, and physiology related to the field.		1
2	It explains occupational health and safety, radiation safety and protection protocols, environmental awareness, and quality processes.			2

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Distinguish between the results of different imaging anatomical structures.		1
2	This describes the basic procedures for radiotherapy treatment.	0

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	It follows protocols for processing, recording, and archiving the acquired images.				3
2	They use problem-solving and critical thinking skills in their professional applications.			2

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	It effectively and safely utilizes current technologies and clinical applications in the field of medical imaging (radiography, CT, MRI, ultrasound, nuclear medicine, etc.).						5
2	It effectively utilizes information technologies related to medical imaging (PACS, RIS, DICOM, digital archiving and image processing systems, etc.).						5
3	The technician prepares the patient before imaging, performs the imaging, and checks the image quality.					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Adhering to the ethical principles required by their profession, they fulfill their technical, clinical, and operational responsibilities.			2
2	In professional settings, they make quick decisions in unforeseen situations and take on responsibilities suitable for teamwork.		1

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	With a focus on career management and lifelong learning, they keep up with professional innovations and technologies.	0

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Based on their knowledge and skills, they express their thoughts to the healthcare team and the patient in an appropriate and understandable way through written and oral communication.				3
2	They can communicate and keep up with developments in their profession by using a foreign language.	0

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	The company prioritizes patient privacy and safety in the collection and use of data related to its field and in sharing the results in clinical processes.					4

WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT
Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities
Type of the Learning Activites	Learning Activities (# of week)	Duration (hours, h)	Workload (h)
Lecture & In-Class Activities	14	3	42
Preliminary & Further Study	14	4	56
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	0	0	0
Laboratory	0	0	0
Reading	0	0	0
Assignment (Homework)	0	0	0
Project Work	0	0	0
Seminar	0	0	0
Internship	0	0	0
Technical Visit	0	0	0
Web Based Learning	0	0	0
Implementation/Application/Practice	0	0	0
Practice at a workplace	0	0	0
Occupational Activity	0	0	0
Social Activity	0	0	0
Thesis Work	0	0	0
Field Study	0	0	0
Report Writing	0	0	0
Final Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Final Exam	1	12	12
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	1	10	10
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	32	0	122