BME 357 - Biomedical Imaging Modalities

Institution:

The University of Texas at Austin

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Description:

Introduction to major biomedical imaging modalities, including X-ray radiography, computed tomography (CT), nuclear medicine (SPECT and PET), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and ultrasound. Emphasis on principles, approaches, and applications of each imaging modality. Basic physics and imaging equations of the imaging system; hardware and software; sources of noise and primary artifacts; safety and patient risk. Three lecture hours and two laboratory hours a week for one semester. Prerequisite: Biomedical Engineering 348 and 251.

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.utexas.edu

Phone Number:

(512) 471-3434

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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