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Subject |
Related Preparation |
| 1) |
Introduction, overview of topics covered in this course. Fundamentals concepts. Importance and applications of ultrasound waves in medical practice. |
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| 2) |
Fundamentals of ultrasound: Physics of ultrasound, ultrasound - tissue interaction. |
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| 3) |
Fundamentals of ultrasound: Physics of ultrasound, ultrasound - tissue interaction (continued) |
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| 4) |
Generation and detection of ultrasound waves. Ultrasonic transducers and probes and transducer beam characteristics.
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| 5) |
Principles of versatile technology of ultrasound such as brightness mode (B-mode), amplitude mode (A-mode), motion mode (M-mode), tissue harmonic imaging, Doppler imaging, 3D/4D imaging, contrast enhanced imaging and many more.
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| 6) |
Principles of versatile technology of ultrasound such as brightness mode (B-mode), amplitude mode (A-mode), motion mode (M-mode), tissue harmonic imaging, Doppler imaging, 3D/4D imaging, contrast enhanced imaging and many more (continued) |
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| 7) |
Principles of versatile technology of ultrasound such as brightness mode (B-mode), amplitude mode (A-mode), motion mode (M-mode), tissue harmonic imaging, Doppler imaging, 3D/4D imaging, contrast enhanced imaging and many more (continued). |
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| 8) |
Midterm |
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| 9) |
Methods for measuring sound speed, attenuation, absorption, and scattering. |
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| 10) |
Biological effects of ultrasound waves and ultrasound applications in therapy. |
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| 11) |
Applications of ultrasound in therapy (continued) |
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| 12) |
Contrast media and harmonic imaging. |
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| 13) |
Special topics in ultrasound imaging : High-frequency imaging and acoustic microscopes. |
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| 14) |
Final Exam |
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| Course Notes: |
1. Detailed lecture notes will be distributed via ItsLearning Platform for each lecture. The subject content is defined by the material presented in lectures, so regular attendance is strongly recommended.
2. JoVE educational videos will also be offered to students to empower effective teaching of ultrasound imaging concepts methods during the course. |
| References: |
1. Repacholi, Michael H., Martino Gandolfo, and Alessandro Rindi. Ultrasound: medical applications, biological effects, and hazard potential. Springer Science & Business Media, 2012.
2. Hagen-Ansert, Sandra L. Textbook of Diagnostic Sonography-E-Book: 2-Volume Set. Elsevier Health Sciences, 2013.
3. Owen, Cindy, RVT RT, and James A. Zagzebski. "Ultrasound Physics Review." Amazon Company, USA (2008).
4. Hussey, Matthew. Basic physics and technology of medical diagnostic ultrasound. Macmillan International Higher Education, 1985. |
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Program Outcomes |
Level of Contribution |
| 1) |
Adequate knowledge of subjects specific to mathematics (analysis, linear, algebra, differential equations, statistics), science (physics, chemistry, biology) and related engineering discipline, and the ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in these fields in complex engineering problems. |
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| 2) |
Identify, formulate, and solve complex Biomedical Engineering problems; select and apply proper modeling and analysis methods for this purpose |
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| 3) |
Design complex Biomedical systems, processes, devices or products under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; apply modern design methods for this purpose. |
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| 4) |
Devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for solving complex problems in Biomedical Engineering practice; employ information technologies effectively. |
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| 5) |
Design and conduct numerical or physical experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for investigating the complex problems specific to Biomedical Engineering. |
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| 6) |
Cooperate efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; and show self-reliance when working on Biomedical Engineering-related problems. |
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| 7) |
Ability to communicate effectively in Turkish, oral and written, to have gained the level of English language knowledge (European Language Portfolio B1 general level) to follow the innovations in the field of Biomedical Engineering; gain the ability to write and understand written reports effectively, to prepare design and production reports, to make effective presentations, to give and receive clear and understandable instructions. |
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| 8) |
Recognize the need for life-long learning; show ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continuously educate oneself. |
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| 9) |
Having knowledge for the importance of acting in accordance with the ethical principles of biomedical engineering and the awareness of professional responsibility and ethical responsibility and the standards used in biomedical engineering applications |
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| 10) |
Learn about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; develop an awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development. |
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| 11) |
Acquire knowledge about the effects of practices of Biomedical Engineering on health, environment, security in universal and social scope, and the contemporary problems of Biomedical Engineering; is aware of the legal consequences of Mechatronics engineering solutions. |
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