PHYS 3520

This course is an introduction to the physics of medical imaging for the four main clinical modalities: x-ray, ultrasound, radionuclide, and magnetic resonance imaging along with basic concepts of light microscopy. Topics include: radiation and ultrasound sources and transmission in tissues, radiation dosimetry and safety. The primary focus of the course is on physical principles, instrumentation, image formation and interpretation. Cross-listed with Biology-3440. Three lecture hours per week.