VOCATIONAL SCHOOL OF HEALTH SERVICES
Department of Medical Imaging Techniques| Course Name |
Quality in Radiology
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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 206
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Fall/Spring
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2
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0
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2
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3
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| Prerequisites |
None
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| Course Language |
Turkish
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| Course Type |
Elective
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| Course Level |
Short Cycle
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| Mode of Delivery | - | |||||
| Teaching Methods and Techniques of the Course | Q&ALecture / Presentation | |||||
| National Occupation Classification | - | |||||
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| Course Lecturer(s) | - | |||||
| Assistant(s) | - | |||||
| Course Objectives | The aim of this course is to learn the evaluation of diagnostic qualification of medical images, to correct the mistakes and to prevent them. |
| Learning Outcomes |
The students who succeeded in this course;
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| Course Description | Errors and correction methods in radiography, CT and MR image errors and correction ways. |
| Related Sustainable Development Goals |
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Core Courses | |
| Major Area Courses | ||
| Supportive Courses |
X
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| Transferable Skill Courses |
| Week | Subjects | Related Preparation |
| 1 | Historical Development of Medical Imaging and Introduction to the Concept of Quality | İbrahim Tanzer Sancak, Temel Radyoloji; Nuran Akyurt (Ed.), Tıbbi Görüntüleme Yöntemleri; lecture notes provided by the instructor |
| 2 | Fundamental Parameters Determining Image Quality in Radiology | Fazıl Gelal (Ed.), Radyoloji Fiziği; Stewart C. Bushong, Radyoloji Bilimi: Teknolojistler İçin Fizik, Biyoloji ve Korunma |
| 3 | Sources of Error in Medical Imaging and Methods of Correction | Fazıl Gelal (Ed.), Radyoloji Fiziği; İbrahim Tanzer Sancak, Temel Radyoloji; lecture notes provided by the instructor |
| 4 | Image Artifacts in X-ray Imaging Systems | Stewart C. Bushong, Radyoloji Bilimi: Teknolojistler İçin Fizik, Biyoloji ve Korunma; Fazıl Gelal (Ed.), Radyoloji Fiziği |
| 5 | Artifacts and Correction Methods in Magnetic Resonance Imaging | Fazıl Gelal (Ed.), Radyoloji Fiziği; Nuran Akyurt (Ed.), Tıbbi Görüntüleme Yöntemleri |
| 6 | Optimization of Radiation Dose and Image Quality in Mammography Systems | Fazıl Gelal (Ed.), Radyoloji Fiziği; Stewart C. Bushong, Radyoloji Bilimi: Teknolojistler İçin Fizik, Biyoloji ve Korunma; lecture notes provided by the instructor |
| 7 | Optimization of Radiation Dose and Image Quality in CR and DR Systems | Stewart C. Bushong, Radyoloji Bilimi: Teknolojistler İçin Fizik, Biyoloji ve Korunma; Fazıl Gelal (Ed.), Radyoloji Fiziği |
| 8 | Midterm Examination | |
| 9 | Optimization of Radiation Dose and Image Quality in Fluoroscopy Systems | Fazıl Gelal (Ed.), Radyoloji Fiziği; Stewart C. Bushong, Radyoloji Bilimi: Teknolojistler İçin Fizik, Biyoloji ve Korunma; Mustafa Demir, Radyasyon Güvenliği ve Radyasyondan Korunma |
| 10 | Optimization of Radiation Dose and Image Quality in Computed Tomography | Fazıl Gelal (Ed.), Radyoloji Fiziği; Nuran Akyurt (Ed.), Tıbbi Görüntüleme Yöntemleri; Mustafa Demir, Radyasyon Güvenliği ve Radyasyondan Korunma |
| 11 | Quality Control Tests in Mammography Systems | Turkish Medicines and Medical Devices Agency (TİTCK). Regulation on Quality Compliance and Quality Control Tests of Medical Devices in the Diagnostic Radiology, Nuclear Medicine and Radiotherapy Group. Official Gazette, December 20, 2023, No. 32405. |
| 12 | Quality Control Tests in CR and DR Systems | Turkish Medicines and Medical Devices Agency (TİTCK). Regulation on Quality Compliance and Quality Control Tests of Medical Devices in the Diagnostic Radiology, Nuclear Medicine and Radiotherapy Group. Official Gazette, December 20, 2023, No. 32405. |
| 13 | Quality Control Tests in Fluoroscopy Systems | Turkish Medicines and Medical Devices Agency (TİTCK). Regulation on Quality Compliance and Quality Control Tests of Medical Devices in the Diagnostic Radiology, Nuclear Medicine and Radiotherapy Group. Official Gazette, December 20, 2023, No. 32405. |
| 14 | Quality Control Tests in Computed Tomography Systems | Turkish Medicines and Medical Devices Agency (TİTCK). Regulation on Quality Compliance and Quality Control Tests of Medical Devices in the Diagnostic Radiology, Nuclear Medicine and Radiotherapy Group. Official Gazette, December 20, 2023, No. 32405. |
| 15 | Quality Assurance in Radiology and General Review of Course Topics | |
| 16 | Final Examination |
| Course Notes/Textbooks |
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| Suggested Readings/Materials |
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| Semester Activities | Number | Weigthing |
| Participation |
16
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5
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| Laboratory / Application | ||
| Field Work | ||
| Quizzes / Studio Critiques |
10
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| Portfolio | ||
| Homework / Assignments |
1
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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 |
3
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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 |
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| Theoretical Course Hours (Including exam week: 16 x total hours) |
16
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2
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32
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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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1
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16
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| Field Work |
0
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| Quizzes / Studio Critiques |
0
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| Portfolio |
0
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| Homework / Assignments |
1
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6
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6
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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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16
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16
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| Final Exam |
1
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20
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20
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| Total |
90
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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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To use the material and technology related to his/her field, and make their maintenance, use the information and communication technologies at basic level. |
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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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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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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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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. |
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To act by considering the universal ethical values, social and cultural characteristics. |
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To know the concepts of occupational safety, patient safety, environmental protection and quality, and fulfill the requirements. |
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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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Explains radiation protection and radiation safety rules for patients and staff in medical imaging units and takes necessary precautions accordingly. |
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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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*1 Lowest, 2 Low, 3 Average, 4 High, 5 Highest
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