VOCATIONAL SCHOOL OF HEALTH SERVICES
Department of Medical Imaging Techniques| Course Name |
Nuclear Medicine
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Code
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Semester
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Theory
(hour/week) |
Application/Lab
(hour/week) |
Local Credits
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ECTS
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TGT 203
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Fall
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3
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0
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3
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5
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| Prerequisites |
None
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| Course Language |
Turkish
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| Course Type |
Required
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| Course Level |
Short Cycle
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| Mode of Delivery | - | |||||
| Teaching Methods and Techniques of the Course | Group WorkQ&ALecture / Presentation | |||||
| National Occupation Classification | - | |||||
| Course Coordinator | - | |||||
| Course Lecturer(s) | - | |||||
| Assistant(s) | - | |||||
| Course Objectives | The aim of this course is to learn nuclear medicine principles, different types of scintigraphies and positions of imaging. radiation safety. |
| Learning Outcomes |
The students who succeeded in this course;
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| Course Description | Relationship between the patient and the technician. The details of various positions and scintigraphic techniques. |
| Related Sustainable Development Goals |
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Core Courses | |
| Major Area Courses |
X
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| Supportive Courses | ||
| Media and Management Skills Courses | ||
| Transferable Skill Courses |
| Week | Subjects | Related Preparation |
| 1 | Introduction to Nuclear Medicine and Basic Concepts of Nuclear Medicine Physics | Mustafa Demir, Nükleer Tıp Fiziği ve Klinik Uygulamaları, 2014, pp. 1–24. |
| 2 | Principles of Radioactivity and Radioactive Decay | Mustafa Demir, Nükleer Tıp Fiziği ve Klinik Uygulamaları, 2014, pp. 247–259. Supplementary source: James E. Martin, Radyasyon ve Radyasyondan Korunma Fiziği, Palme, 2013, pp. 305–361. |
| 3 | Biological Effects of Ionizing Radiation and Radiation Safety in Nuclear Medicine | Mustafa Demir, Nükleer Tıp Fiziği ve Klinik Uygulamaları, 2014, pp. 197–224. Supplementary sources: Mustafa Demir, Radyasyon Güvenliği ve Radyasyondan Korunma, 2013, pp. 53–60; James E. Martin, Radyasyon ve Radyasyondan Korunma Fiziği, 2013, pp. 557–589. |
| 4 | Fundamental Properties and Quality Control of Radiopharmaceuticals | Mustafa Demir, Nükleer Tıp Fiziği ve Klinik Uygulamaları, 2014, pp. 261–283. |
| 5 | Preparation, Handling, and Quality Control Practices of Radiopharmaceuticals | Mustafa Demir, Nükleer Tıp Fiziği ve Klinik Uygulamaları, 2014, pp. 324–334. |
| 6 | Radiation Measurement Systems and Dosimetry in Nuclear Medicine | Mustafa Demir, Nükleer Tıp Fiziği ve Klinik Uygulamaları, 2014, pp. 49–81. Supplementary source: Mustafa Demir, Radyasyon Güvenliği ve Radyasyondan Korunma, 2013, pp. 73–80. |
| 7 | Structure and Operating Principles of the Gamma Camera | Mustafa Demir, Nükleer Tıp Fiziği ve Klinik Uygulamaları, 2014, pp. 82–98. |
| 8 | Midterm Exam | - |
| 9 | Image Formation and Image Quality in Gamma Cameras | Mustafa Demir, Nükleer Tıp Fiziği ve Klinik Uygulamaları, 2014, pp. 99–111. |
| 10 | Gamma Spectrum, Energy Window and Their Effects on Image QualityGamma Spectrum, Energy Window, and Effects on Imaging | Mustafa Demir, Nükleer Tıp Fiziği ve Klinik Uygulamaları, 2014, pp. 82–111. Relevant sections on gamma camera systems, energy selection and image formation. |
| 11 | SPECT Imaging and Operating Principles | Mustafa Demir, Nükleer Tıp Fiziği ve Klinik Uygulamaları, 2014, pp. 111–115. |
| 12 | PET/CT Imaging and Operating Principles | Mustafa Demir, Nükleer Tıp Fiziği ve Klinik Uygulamaları, 2014, pp. 115–130. |
| 13 | In Vitro Applications in Nuclear Medicine, Radioimmunoassay (RIA), and Laboratory Safety | Mustafa Demir, Nükleer Tıp Fiziği ve Klinik Uygulamaları, 2014, pp. 285–292. Supplementary source: Mustafa Demir, Radyasyon Güvenliği ve Radyasyondan Korunma, 2013, pp. 53–60 and 73–80. |
| 14 | Thyroid Uptake Measurement and C-14 Urea Breath Test | Mustafa Demir, Nükleer Tıp Fiziği ve Klinik Uygulamaları, 2014, pp. 293–298. |
| 15 | General Review and Evaluation of Nuclear Medicine Applications | |
| 16 | Final exam |
| Course Notes/Textbooks |
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| Suggested Readings/Materials |
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| Semester Activities | Number | Weigthing |
| Participation |
1
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5
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| Laboratory / Application | ||
| Field Work | ||
| Quizzes / Studio Critiques |
1
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10
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| Portfolio | ||
| Homework / Assignments |
1
|
20
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| Presentation / Jury | ||
| Project | ||
| Seminar / Workshop | ||
| Oral Exams | ||
| Midterm |
1
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25
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| Final Exam |
1
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40
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| Total |
| Weighting of Semester Activities on the Final Grade |
4
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60
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| Weighting of End-of-Semester Activities on the Final Grade |
1
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40
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| Total |
| Semester Activities | Number | Duration (Hours) | Workload |
|---|---|---|---|
| Theoretical Course Hours (Including exam week: 16 x total hours) |
16
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3
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48
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| Laboratory / Application Hours (Including exam week: '.16.' x total hours) |
16
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0
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| Study Hours Out of Class |
16
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2
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32
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| Field Work |
0
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| Quizzes / Studio Critiques |
1
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3
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3
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| Portfolio |
0
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| Homework / Assignments |
2
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5
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10
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| Presentation / Jury |
0
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| Project |
0
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| Seminar / Workshop |
0
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| Oral Exam |
0
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| Midterms |
1
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20
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20
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| Final Exam |
1
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28
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28
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| Total |
141
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Program Competencies/Outcomes |
* Contribution Level
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5
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To have the required contemporary theoretical and practical knowledge in his/her field. |
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| 2 |
To use the material and technology related to his/her field, and make their maintenance, use the information and communication technologies at basic level. |
X
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| 3 |
To have the competency to recognize the problems in his/her field, analyze them, develop evidence-based solutions and have the ability to share their suggestions with others. |
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To be aware of legal responsibilities, conduct basic studies in her/his field independently. |
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| 5 |
To communicate with patients, relatives and colleagues properly, comprehensively, honestly and explicitly, transfer his/her thoughts and knowledge through written and oral communication. |
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To take responsibility as an active team member during the practices in his/her field. |
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| 7 |
To commentate and evaluate the scientific information with a critical approach by the help of knowledge gained in his/her field. |
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| 8 |
To comprehend the importance of lifelong learning, to determine and meet her/his learning needs, to develop herself/himself by monitoring the development in science and technology. |
X
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| 9 |
To act by considering the universal ethical values, social and cultural characteristics. |
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| 10 |
To know the concepts of occupational safety, patient safety, environmental protection and quality, and fulfill the requirements. |
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X
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| 11 |
To be able to follow information in his field and communicate with colleagues in English at least a level of European Language Portfolio A2 General Level. |
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| 12 |
Explains radiation protection and radiation safety rules for patients and staff in medical imaging units and takes necessary precautions accordingly. |
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X
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| 13 |
Is capable of using X-ray based imaging devices (such as CT, CR and DR systems, mammography, etc.) as well as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) devices in medical imaging units. |
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