BIOENGINEERING (ENGLISH, THESIS)
Master	TR-NQF-HE: Level 7	QF-EHEA: Second Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 7

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code	Course Name	Semester	Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
BNG5121	Medical Imaging	Fall Spring	3	0	3	8

This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester.

Basic information

Language of instruction:	English
Type of course:	Departmental Elective
Course Level:
Mode of Delivery:	Face to face
Course Coordinator :	Assist. Prof. BURCU TUNÇ ÇAMLIBEL
Recommended Optional Program Components:	None
Course Objectives:	The principles of the major imaging techniques including x-ray radiology, x-ray computed tomography (CT), ultrasonography and magnetic resonance imaging; including a brief discussion on the other emerging imaging technologies such as nuclear imaging (PET and SPECT).

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1. identify the major medical imaging methods and methods used in biomedical research
2. describe the physical processes underlying major medical imaging modalities including X-Ray, CT, US, MRI, PET, and SPECT
3. understand the essential mathematical concepts of image formation and reconstruction
4. describe methods for generating 2D and 3D medical images
5. explain the properties of medical images, and ways to visualize and analyze such images
6. describe a variety of applications of medical imaging techniques

Course Content

Introduction to medical imaging; Ionizing Radiation and Radiography (X-Ray); Ultrasound Imaging (US); Computed Tomography (CT); Medical Image Formats, Storage, Archiving and Communication Systems; Medical Image Analysis and Visualization; Magnetic Resonance Imaging; Nuclear Imaging: PET and SPECT; Other Medical Imaging Modalities; Applications

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Introduction and Overview
2)	Ionizing Radiation and Radiography (X-Ray)
3)	Ultrasound Imaging (US)
4)	Computed Tomography (CT)
5)	Medical Image Formats, Storage, Archiving and Communication Systems
6)	Medical Image Analysis
7)	Midterm Examination. Discussion and solutions of the questions.
8)	Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)- I
9)	Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)- II
10)	Nuclear Imaging: PET and SPECT
11)	Other Medical Imaging Modalities
12)	Medical Image Visualization
13)	Applications of Medical Imaging
14)	Journal paper presentations

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:	P. Sautens, Fundamentals of Medical Imaging, 2009 J. Beutel, H.L. Kundel and R.L. Van Metter, Handbook of Medical Imaging, Volume 1. Physics and Psychophysics, 2000
References:

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Attendance	14	% 0
Homework Assignments	5	% 15
Project	1	% 20
Midterms	1	% 25
Final	1	% 40
Total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 40
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 60
Total		% 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities	Number of Activities	Duration (Hours)	Workload
Course Hours	14	3	42
Study Hours Out of Class	17	5	85
Project	1	20	20
Homework Assignments	5	3	15
Midterms	1	12	12
Final	1	15	15
Total Workload			189

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Low	3 Average	4 High	5 Highest

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	Follows scientific literature, analyzes it critically and uses it effectively in solving engineering problems.
2)	Designs, plans, implements and manages original projects related to the bioengineering.
3)	Carries out studies related to the bioengineering independently, takes scientific responsibility and evaluates the results obtained from a critical point of view.
4)	Effectively presents the results of his/her research and projects in written, oral and visual form in accordance with academic standards.
5)	Conducts independent research on subjects requiring expertise in the field, develops original thought and transfers this knowledge to practice.
6)	Uses advanced theoretical and practical knowledge specific to the bioengineering field effectively.
7)	Acts in accordance with professional, scientific and ethical values; takes responsibility by considering the social, environmental and ethical impacts of bioengineering practices.