Learning Objectives

• Knowledge of basic medical terminology of importance to imaging professionals.
• Familiarity with the law and ethics applicable to imaging professionals.
• Familiarity with the structure and organization of hospital imaging departments.
• Knowledge of basic patient care procedures.
• In-depth knowledge of the fundamental principles and techniques of the student’s chosen imaging modality (CT, MRI, or Ultrasound).
• Basic knowledge of the fundamental principles and techniques of all the major imaging modalities including, CT, MRI, Ultrasound and nuclear medicine (PET and SPECT).
• Understanding of the basic principles associated with radiation science and safety.
• Knowledge of the chemical and biological effects of radiation.
• Understanding of basic sectional (transverse, sagittal and coronal) anatomy in medical imaging.
• Obtain a strong foundation in the basic sciences.