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| Unit | FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND LETTERS |
| PHYSICS PR. | |
| Code | FZ474 |
| Name | Nuclear Methods in Medicine II |
| Term | 2018-2019 Academic Year |
| Semester | 8. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 4 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Üniversite Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | E Elective |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Prof. Dr. ZEHRA YEĞİNGİL |
| Course Instructor |
Prof. Dr. ZEHRA YEĞİNGİL
(Bahar)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
The purpose of this course is to learn enough about the science behind medical technologies to demystify them and to allow you to better understand what they can offer. At the same time, it may be discovered how the unity and wonder of physics extend beyond its unexpected benefits.
Course Content
Diagnostic X-rays and CT scans, Radionuclide scans, SPECT and PET, Radiation therapy and radiation safety in medicine, Magnetic resonance imaging
Course Precondition
Resources
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Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Diagnostic x-rays:types of x-ray interactions with matter, basic issues in x-ray image formation |
| LO02 | How x-rays are generated, x-ray detectors |
| LO03 | Mammography:x-ray screening for breast cancer |
| LO04 | Computed tomography (CT) |
| LO05 | Radioactivity and medicine, gamma camera imaging |
| LO06 | Emission tomography with radionuclides:SPECT and PET |
| LO07 | Application: Emission computer tomography studies of the brain |
| LO08 | Measuring radioactivity and radiation |
| LO09 | Origins of the biological effects of ionizing radiation |
| LO10 | Radiation sickness and cancer risk |
| LO11 | Radiation therapy: Killing tumors with radiation |
| LO12 | The science of magnetism, Nuclear magnetism |
| LO13 | How MRI maps the body, How safe is the MRI |
| LO14 | Sports medicine and MRI |
| LO15 | Magnetic Resonance breast imaging |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | - | Explain the basic concepts and principles in the field of physics. | |
| PLO02 | - | Evaluate the developmets in the field of Physics by using scientific methods and techniques. | |
| PLO03 | - | Combine the knowledge in the field of physics with the other scientific area. | |
| PLO04 | - | Identify problems in the field of physics and for the solutions apply the analytical and simulative methods. | |
| PLO05 | - | Explain the methods of producing scientific knowledge in the field of physics. | |
| PLO06 | - | Reach the Information in the field of physics, for the purpose of classification, and uses. | |
| PLO07 | - | Use the advanced theoretical and practical knowledge acquired in the field of physics. | |
| PLO08 | - | Design experiments in the field of physics. | |
| PLO09 | - | Inform the specialist or non-specialist groups, orally or in writing on issues related to physics. | |
| PLO10 | - | Use the information technologies in Physics area for their purpose. | |
| PLO11 | - | Take responsibility as a team or alone to overcome the problems encountered in the field of physics . | |
| PLO12 | - | Plan and manage the activities for the professional developments of emplyees under his/her responsibilities. | |
| PLO13 | - | Classify, use and critically evaluate the knowledg taken by his/her efforts. | |
| PLO14 | - | Know that learning process is life-long and acts accordingly. | |
| PLO15 | - | Both with colleagues, as well as off the field of builds relationships ethically use information, communication technologies. Define necessities in learning in scientific, social, cultural and artistic areas and improve himself/herself accordingly. | |
| PLO16 | - | Have knowledge of a foreign language at least monitoring developments in the field of physics. | |
| PLO17 | - | Know the importance of individual development. | |
| PLO18 | - | Monitor the developments in the field of physics, learn and evaluate in terms of social ethics. |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Diagnostic x-rays:types of x-ray interactions with matter, basic issues in x-ray image formation | The proposed subjects are studied | |
| 2 | How x-rays are generated, x-ray detectors | The proposed subjects are studied | |
| 3 | Mammography:x-ray screening for breast cancer | The related homework is prepared | |
| 4 | Computed tomography (CT) | The homework problems are solved | |
| 5 | Radioactivity and medicine, gamma camera imaging | The previous chapters are repeated | |
| 6 | Emission tomography with radionuclides:SPECT and PET | The new subjects are mentioned and are prepared | |
| 7 | Radyoaktiviti ve radyasyonun ölçülmesi | The related homework is prepared | |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | The related homework is prepared | |
| 9 | Origins of the biological effects of ionizing radiation | The related homework is prepared | |
| 10 | Radiation sickness and cancer risk | The homework problems are solved | |
| 11 | Radiation therapy: Killing tumors with radiation | The homework problems are solved | |
| 12 | The science of magnetism, Nuclear magnetism | The homework problems are solved | |
| 13 | How MRI maps the body, How safe is the MRI | The new subjects are mentioned and are prepared | |
| 14 | Sports medicine and MRI | The new subjects are mentioned and are prepared | |
| 15 | Magnetic Resonance breast imaging | The new subjects are mentioned and are prepared | |
| 16 | Term Exams | Overview of the subjects | |
| 17 | Term Exams | Overview of the subjects |
Assessment (Exam) Methods and Criteria
| Assessment Type | Midterm / Year Impact | End of Term / End of Year Impact |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Midterm Exam | 100 | 40 |
| General Assessment | ||
| Midterm / Year Total | 100 | 40 |
| 1. Final Exam | - | 60 |
| Grand Total | - | 100 |