Biomedical Engineering (English)
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code: BME304
Course Name: Medical Imaging
Semester: Spring
Course Credits:
ECTS
5
Language of instruction: English
Course Condition:
Does the Course Require Work Experience?: No
Type of course: Compulsory Courses
Course Level:
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:First Cycle EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator: Dr. Öğr. Üy. FEVZİ AYTAÇ DURMAZ
Course Lecturer(s): Dr. Aytaç DURMAZ
Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives: The aim of the course is to provide the foundations of medical imaging methods, including the four most important clinical medical imaging modalities: X-ray, Ultrasound, Radionuclide, and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI). The primary focus is on the physical principles, instrumentation methods, and imaging algorithms; however, whenever possible, the course also includes the medical interpretation of images, as well as clinical, research, and ethical issues, to give students a deeper understanding of the development and applications of medical imaging.
Course Content: The content of the course consists of biomedical instrumentation definition, device examples. Basic instrumenttaion methods including with amplifiers, electrical components, filters and usage all these devices inside the biomedical instrumentations will be included.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1) They will understand the working principles of medical imaging devices
2) will comprehend the physical and mathematical concepts of X-ray, Magnetic Resonance, and sound-based imaging techniques.
3) Able to understand the technical infrastructure and image formation concepts of medical imaging devices.
4) Able to understand the use of models in examples of medical devices.
5) Improve and understand the differences and applications of imaging devices.

Course Flow Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction to basic concepts of medical imaging
2) X-Ray Production and X-Ray Techniques
3) X-Ray Physics and X-Ray Tube
4) X-Ray based System components
5) X-Ray Based Devices
6) Computed Tomography and its Biological Effects
7) Ultrasound: acoustic fundamentals, production and detection, diagnostic methods, biological effects
8) Radioactivity and Radionuclide devices
9) Radioactivity and Radionuclide devices
10) Nuclear Magnetic Imaging
11) MRI systems and Physical Working Principle
12) MRI methods, biological effects and EM Fields
13) Emerging fields in medical imaging. Diagnostic value, statistical performance measures.
14) General Overview

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: The Essential Physics of Medical Imaging, Third Edition, J.T. Bushberg, J. A. Seibert, E.M. Leidholdt, J.M. Boone, Publisher: Lippincott, Williams and Wilkins, 2012
References: Ders notları, videolar, okuma materyalleri.

Course - Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Course Learning Outcomes

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Program Outcomes
1) Adequate knowledge of mathematics, science and biomedical engineering disciplines; Ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in these fields in solving complex engineering problems. 2 3 2
2) Ability to identify, formulate and solve complex biomedical engineering problems; ability to select and apply appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose. 2 2
3) Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product to meet specific requirements under realistic constraints and conditions; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. 3 3 3 3
4) Ability to select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in biomedical engineering practices; Ability to use information technologies effectively. 3 3
5) Ability to design, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for the investigation of complex biomedical engineering problems or discipline-specific research topics.
6) Ability to work effectively in disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; individual working skills.
7) Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; knowledge of at least one foreign language, ability to write effective reports and understand written reports, to prepare design and production reports, to make effective presentations, to give and receive clear and understandable instructions.
8) Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; the ability to access information, follow developments in science and technology, and constantly renew oneself. 3
9) Knowledge of ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility, and standards used in engineering practices.
10) Knowledge of business practices such as project management, risk management and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation; information about sustainable development.
11) Information about the effects of biomedical engineering practices on health, environment and safety in universal and social dimensions and the problems of the age reflected in the field of engineering; Awareness of the legal consequences of biomedical engineering solutions. 2 2

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Average 3 Highest
       
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Adequate knowledge of mathematics, science and biomedical engineering disciplines; Ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in these fields in solving complex engineering problems.
2) Ability to identify, formulate and solve complex biomedical engineering problems; ability to select and apply appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose. 3
3) Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product to meet specific requirements under realistic constraints and conditions; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. 2
4) Ability to select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in biomedical engineering practices; Ability to use information technologies effectively. 2
5) Ability to design, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for the investigation of complex biomedical engineering problems or discipline-specific research topics. 2
6) Ability to work effectively in disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; individual working skills.
7) Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; knowledge of at least one foreign language, ability to write effective reports and understand written reports, to prepare design and production reports, to make effective presentations, to give and receive clear and understandable instructions.
8) Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; the ability to access information, follow developments in science and technology, and constantly renew oneself. 2
9) Knowledge of ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility, and standards used in engineering practices.
10) Knowledge of business practices such as project management, risk management and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation; information about sustainable development.
11) Information about the effects of biomedical engineering practices on health, environment and safety in universal and social dimensions and the problems of the age reflected in the field of engineering; Awareness of the legal consequences of biomedical engineering solutions. 2

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Laboratory 3 % 20
Quizzes 5 % 30
Midterms 1 % 20
Final 1 % 30
total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 70
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 30
total % 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Calculation

Activities Number of Activities Preparation for the Activity Spent for the Activity Itself Completing the Activity Requirements Workload
Course Hours 13 3 39
Laboratory 3 2 6
Study Hours Out of Class 13 3 39
Quizzes 5 1 5
Midterms 1 10 10
Final 1 20 20
Total Workload 119