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Course/Module Code
UZYSPQ-30-M
Level
M
Fees
23-24 Non-Accredited 30 credits
£1180.00
Unassessed
23-24 Accredited 30 credits
£1571.00
Assessed
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Assessment
The assessment for this module consists of a 3,000 word written report of a practical assignment (component B) and a 2 hour written examination (component A).
Component B: The practical assignment
This will involve the student undertaking a form of experimental-type procedure, and writing up a report. This form of assessment will enhance your perception of the importance and relevance of the physical principles and instrumentation of diagnostic ultrasound to clinical practice. It will also facilitate the demonstration of higher order cognitive skills such as synthesis and analysis in their written report.
Component A: Two hour examination
The examination consists of two sections:
Campus
Careers/further study
This module contributes towards the MSc In Medical Ultrasound.
Content
The course syllabus covers:
Nature of Ultrasound
Continuous-waves: properties, generation, propagation, interactions, processing, acoustic impedance.
Pulsed-waves: Piezoelectric effect, beam shapes and transducers, focusing, power, intensity (SPTP, SPTA, SATA), bandwidth, pulse-repetition frequency, resolution and artefacts.
Instrumentation and System Design
Transducer design and technology ("fitness for role"), pulse-echo principles, A-mode, B-mode, M-mode, real time, measurements.
Image storage and recording media, manipulation and display.
Contemporary Advancements
Natural tissue harmonic imaging, contrast media, transducer technology, 3D ultrasound.
Doppler Techniques
Doppler effect, continuous and pulsed-wave; analyses and display of Doppler signals (spectral, colour velocity imaging, power); clinical applications.
Quality Control and Performance Checks
Quality assurance, acceptance testing and phantoms.
Bio-effects, Dosimetry and Safety
Thermal, captivation, radiation stress effects ("non thermal non-cavitational"), "in-vivo" "in-vitro", and epidemiological studies, safety indices, methods to minimise risks, current research.
Entry Requirements
A co-requisite for this course is the module Negotiated Specialist Ultrasound Practice (4) - Level M.
Introduction
A variety of approaches will be used during this Masters level module which may include key lectures, student-lead seminars and presentations, problem-centred learning, computer assisted learning, practical experiments.
Learning and Teaching
Knowledge and Understanding
Subject/Professional and Practical Skills
Intellectual Skills
Study facilities
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Telephone
+44 (0)117 32 81158
Title
30 credit Masters level module
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