2019/20 Undergraduate Module Catalogue
ANAT3203 Medical Imaging
10 creditsClass Size: 40
Module manager: Ellen Ashton
Email: E.Ashton@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) View Timetable
Year running 2019/20
Pre-requisite qualifications
Successful completion of Years 1 and 2 of a UK MBChB course or equivalentThis module is not approved as a discovery module
Objectives
On completing this module students should be able to:- describe the basic physics underlying different imaging modalities including X-rays, CT, MRI and ultrasound
- compare and contrast the benefits and drawbacks of different imaging techniques and discuss the applicability of each to different clinical situations
- apply their knowledge of image generation to inform the interpretation of medical images
- apply their knowledge of normal anatomy to inform the interpretation of medical images and to identify relevant abnormalities and pathologies
- discuss the compromise between radiation dose and image quality
Learning outcomes
On completing this module, students should have:
- Knowledge of different imaging techniques and the physics behind their generation
- Detailed knowledge of the clinical applicability of each imaging modality
- Knowledge of how to interpret medical images and relate them to normal anatomy and pathology
Skills outcomes
Skills outcomes:
- Problem solving - determining type of imaging techniques used and whether anatomy is normal or abnormal
- Literature searching and the use of the primary literature to determine the current state of medical imaging and recent advances
Syllabus
A 10 credit module for the BSc Clinical Anatomy programme which provides an opportunity to study different medical imaging techniques in detail. This module provides an opportunity to relate knowledge of human anatomy to medical imaging.
Subjects studied will include:
- generation of x-rays and tissue interaction
- interpretation of x-rays and special radiography techniques
- principles of computed tomography
- interpretation of cross-sectional anatomy
- gamma radiation and positron emission tomography
- non-ionising radiation - MRI and ultrasound
Practical sessions will include comparing medical images to dissected/sectioned cadavers in the dissecting room and specimens in the Anatomy and Pathology Museum. The appearance of pathological anatomy in medical images will be compared to that of the equivalent normal structures.
Teaching methods
Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
Class tests, exams and assessment | 1 | 0.50 | 0.50 |
Class tests, exams and assessment | 1 | 1.00 | 1.00 |
Lecture | 10 | 1.00 | 10.00 |
Practical | 4 | 3.00 | 12.00 |
Private study hours | 76.50 | ||
Total Contact hours | 23.50 | ||
Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 100.00 |
Private study
Preparation/follow-up for each practical session and lecture, preparation for written examination.Opportunities for Formative Feedback
Student progress will be monitored throughout the module by keeping a record of student participation in discussions during practical sessions. This will provide informal assessment of student progress. There will also be formative MCQs provided on the VLE that will be monitored to provide further information regarding student knowledge and understanding. Any students not participating fully in practical classes or demonstrating a lack of knowledge and understanding will be asked to meet with the module manger to assess if there is a need for additional support. If appropriate, the programme leader will be notified.Methods of assessment
Exams
Exam type | Exam duration | % of formal assessment |
Standard exam (closed essays, MCQs etc) | 1 hr 00 mins | 55.00 |
Practical Exam / OSCE | 0 hr 30 mins | 45.00 |
Total percentage (Assessment Exams) | 100.00 |
1 hr examination: short-answer questions Practical examination: 30 minute spot test in the dissecting room. 15 stations.
Reading list
The reading list is available from the Library websiteLast updated: 25/01/2016
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