Course Notes:
This course aims to enable students to apply the scientific principles underpinning safe clinical practice to diagnostic ultrasound imaging. 

The module is facilitated by University staff and external lecturers. Delivery of the course incorporates blended learning which aims to combine practical, simulation and classroom-based learning.

Assessment details:

90 minute in class test, 100% 

Learning Outcomes: Knowledge and Understanding :

Successful students will typically... 

•  Have a comprehensive understanding of ultrasound image production and optimisation. 
•  Have a comprehensive understanding of the range of scanning equipment currently available in order to justify and critically evaluate its use in medical ultrasound examinations. 
•  Have a comprehensive understanding of possible bioeffects and safety measures. 
•  Have knowledge of the Doppler effect and its applications. 

Learning Outcomes: Skills and Attributes 

Successful students will typically... 

• Critically evaluate the principles of diagnostic ultrasound imaging and be able to utilise the information and knowledge to practice in a safe and competent manner. 

What our students say:
“Very good lectures, made a difficult subject interesting to learn. Very supportive and knowledgeable staff. Presentation advice and support very good before the day. Would recommend module and staff to fellow colleagues.”

“I found this module challenging but very interesting. The way in which the module has been taught (good notes, enthusiastic lecturers) has really made my understanding of physics stronger. The lecturers were extremely helpful and I felt I could approach them at any time with queries which they answered very clearly. This really helped.”  

This module can contribute to the following programme(s)

HSMIRSM: MSc Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences: Medical Ultrasound