Postgraduate Course: Biomedical Imaging Techniques (PGEE11039)
Course Outline
| School | School of Engineering |
College | College of Science and Engineering |
| Course type | Standard |
Availability | Not available to visiting students |
| Credit level (Normal year taken) | SCQF Level 11 (Postgraduate) |
Credits | 10 |
| Home subject area | Postgrad (School of Engineering) |
Other subject area | None |
| Course website |
None |
Taught in Gaelic? | No |
| Course description | This module will provide an understanding of the full range of techniques in bio-imaging that form the cornerstone of medical diagnostic technologies. The scale ranging from whole-body imaging, down to the micro- and nano-scale imaging of cells and biomolecules, will be covered. The students will gain deep insights into the important factors in the engineering of bio-imaging systems. The introductory lectures will provide an outline of imaging principles; an overview of detectors and sources; and safety issues. Other lectures will cover: optical microscopy; nano-scale imaging (electron and atomic force microscopies); optical body imaging; magnetic resonance imaging; positron emission tomography; and ultrasound imaging. A common thread will be elucidation of how electronic principles are involved in the recording of images in biology and medicine. |
Entry Requirements (not applicable to Visiting Students)
| Pre-requisites |
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Co-requisites | |
| Prohibited Combinations | |
Other requirements | None |
| Additional Costs | None |
Course Delivery Information
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| Delivery period: 2013/14 Semester 2, Not available to visiting students (SS1)
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Learn enabled: Yes |
Quota: None |
Web Timetable |
Web Timetable |
| Course Start Date |
13/01/2014 |
| Breakdown of Learning and Teaching activities (Further Info) |
Total Hours:
100
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Lecture Hours 22,
Seminar/Tutorial Hours 11,
Programme Level Learning and Teaching Hours 2,
Directed Learning and Independent Learning Hours
65 )
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| Additional Notes |
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| Breakdown of Assessment Methods (Further Info) |
Written Exam
100 %,
Coursework
0 %,
Practical Exam
0 %
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| Exam Information |
| Exam Diet |
Paper Name |
Hours:Minutes |
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| Main Exam Diet S2 (April/May) | | 2:00 | | |
Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes
| A familiarity with the full range of current imaging techniques employed in both medical diagnostics and cutting-edge research. Knowledge of which physical properties are sensed, how they are recorded and converted into images, and the origin of contrast within images. An understanding of how electronics are used in the acquisition of signals which are mapped into images. A comprehension of relevant optical principles, and engineering of complete optical imaging systems. Familiarity with safety issues, damage to cells and tissue, and acceptable doses. Exposure to cutting-edge research in imaging techniques. |
Assessment Information
| Exam |
Special Arrangements
| None |
Additional Information
| Academic description |
Not entered |
| Syllabus |
Lectures
Introduction to Biomedical Imaging
L1. Electromagnetic spectrum
L2. Interaction with the body
L3. Image contrast and formation
L4. Sources
L5. Detectors
Body Imaging
L6. X-rays and Computed Tomography (CT)
L7. Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
L8. Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT)
L9. Ultrasound
L10. Other body imaging techniques (PET, Doppler, thermal, terahertz)
Microscopy
L11. Optics
L12. Microscopes and white light imaging
L13. Fluorescence imaging
L14. Advanced optical imaging (super-resolution and spectroscopic techniques)
L15. Nano-scale microscopy (Scanning Electron Microscopy and Atomic Force Microscopy)
Tutorials
One per set of 5 lectures (i.e. 3 in total)
Practicals
Two 1-hour practicals will cover confocal and CARS microscopy, and atomic force microscopy. Not for assessment.
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| Transferable skills |
Not entered |
| Reading list |
Lecture notes:
http://www.see.ed.ac.uk/cbee/ImagingA.pdf
http://www.see.ed.ac.uk/cbee/ImagingB.pdf
http://www.see.ed.ac.uk/cbee/ImagingC.pdf
Book and internet resource list on pages 4-5 of lecture notes (part A).
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| Study Abroad |
Not entered |
| Study Pattern |
Not entered |
| Keywords | Atomic force microscopy, confocal microscopy, EM spectrum, fluorescence microscopy, magnetic resonan |
Contacts
| Course organiser | Dr Andrew Downes
Tel: (0131 6)51 7072
Email: Andy.Downes@ed.ac.uk |
Course secretary | Mrs Sharon Potter
Tel: (0131 6)51 7079
Email: Sharon.Potter@ed.ac.uk |
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