CTC 111 - Computed Tomography I

Institution:

Bunker Hill Community College

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Description:

This interactive, web-based course presents principles and physics of conventional as well as spiral/helical CT. It begins with descriptions of the hardware configurations, and progresses to include the computer science of the system, including digital image processing, data acquisition, display, and reconstruction methods. Technical factors affecting image quality, artifact recognition and reduction, quality control and patient does will be discussed. Multislice technology will have particular emphasis, and 3D applications, CT angiography, CT fluoroscopy and other advanced applications will be presented. Radiation safety, dosimetry and contrast agents will also be included in this course. Prerequisite: Acceptance into CT Certificate Program.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.bhcc.mass.edu

Phone Number:

(617) 228-2000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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