COURSE SYLLABUS Radiography - Digital image handling 7.5 Credits Radiografi - Digital bildhantering First cycle, E0014E Version Autumn 2009 Sp 1 - Spring 2010 Sp 3Spring 2010 Sp 4 - Spring 2010 Sp 4Autumn 2010 Sp 1 - Spring 2012 Sp 3Spring 2012 Sp 4 - Spring 2012 Sp 4Autumn 2012 Sp 1 - Spring 2014 Sp 3Spring 2014 Sp 4 - Present Course syllabus valid: Spring 2014 Sp 4 - PresentThe version indicates the term and period for which this course syllabus is valid. The most recent version of the course syllabus is shown first. Education level First cycle Grade scale U G VG Subject Medical Technology Subject group (SCB) Other Subjects within Technology Entry requirementsIn order to meet the general entry reguirements for first cycle studies you must have successfully completed upper secondary education and documented skills in English language + Swedish upper secondary school courses Mathematics 2a/2b/2c , General Science 2, Social Studies 1b/1a1 +1a2 (specifik entry A14). Or: Swedish upper secondary school courses Mathematics B, General Science B, Social Studies A (specifik entry 16) Alternative: or professional experience in x-ray or imaging modalities More information about English language requirements SelectionSelection ACourse Aim The course objective is that the students can explain how a digital image is produced and stored, and be able to describe simple imaging operations. The goal is that the student should have good knowledge of digital imaging. This means that the student should be able to: describe how a digital image is stored in the computer memoryexplain the concept of pixel valueinterpret the histogram of an imagedescribe how the resolution of an image affects the ability to see detailsdescribe how the color depth of an image affects the ability to see detailsdescribe how filters are used to reduce noise in the imagedescribe the difference between various file formats used for storage of imagesgive examples of how three-dimensional images can be displayed on a two-dimensional computer screenknow how distortion can be corrected digitallymention how images are archived in hospital settingsknow different concepts and their synonyms in digital imaging. The course also aims to develop the ability of the students to interact with collegues and to carry out supervised tasks. This means that the student should be able to: formulate subject-related questions and answers orally and in writingpresent new knowledge orally and in writingprovide feedback on the work of othersContents The focus lies on basic introduction to digital imaging, relevant to the radiology nursing profession. The following topics are included: general Introduction, what is a picture, how can you portray something you do not see?how a digital image is constructed (spatial resolution)how the image is stored in the computer (quantization)how to represent a digital image (histogram)what is contrast (thresholding)dynamic, fast and slow processesinterference and noiseedge Information, the definition of edges and sharp edgesintroduction to color imagesintroduction to image formatsimage processing - compression3D imagesdistortionDICOM and PACS Realization The course is offered as a distance course and the literature should be read independently. Lessons will be given through web-based tools. Laboratory work is carried out from the home computer remotely and guidance is provided by web-based tools. Campus days occur during the course, where either seminars or study visits occur. The course concludes with a joint oral and written presentation and opposition to a project where digital imaging within a given modality should be covered by either a literature study or by a description of their own practical work. Examination Examination consists of completed and reported laboratory, visited workshops and a final presentation with the opposition of a project (in groups or individually) (project 4.5 points, laboratory 3 points). These parts are mandatory. The connection to the hospital environment and the ability to formulate concepts are evaluated in the project report. Other goals are examined in written answers to the laboratory questions. Alternative forms of examination may occur. Transition terms The course E0014E corresponds to the course E0010EExaminerNiklas LehtoTransition termsThe course E0014E is equal to E0010ELiterature. Valid from Spring 2014 Sp 4 - hand outs written by the responsible teacher Radiologi , Peter Aspelin och Holger Pettersson, Studentlitteratur AB, ISBN: 9789144038872 Recommended alternatives in english:- Principles of Radiographic Imaging – An Art and Science (4th edition Thomson Delmar Learning) Richard R. Carlton, Arlene M. Adler ISBN: 9781439058725Recommended Swedish literature: - Jacobssons Medicin och Teknik (5:th edition). Studentlitteratur. Editors: Maria Lindén & P. Åke ÖbergISBN: 9144047606 ISBN10: 9144047606 Search books in the library » Course offered byDepartment of Health SciencesItems/credits NumberTypeCreditsGrade 0003Laboratory work3.0U G VG 0004Project4.5U G VG Syllabus establishedby the Department of Computer Science and Electrical Engineering 15 Dec 2008Last revisedby 17 Jan 2014