1. Lecture (1) Introduction RAD 454 (Computing in Medical Imaging)
Alanoud Alsaleh

2. Topics to be covered Topic Contact hours Introduction Computer system2
Computer system
Basic Computing Principles
Networking and Communication Basics
Computed Radiography-Cassette Based Equipment's
Image Acquisition
Digital Radiography
PACS Fundamentals
PACS Quality Control
Student Presentations

3. Rad 454 Out Comes
Develop basic knowledge of computing in medical imaging
Provide basic knowledge of digital imaging and computer networking in medical imaging
Introduce and familiarize students to Picture Archiving and Communication System( PACS

4. Course Assessments Assignments & attendance : 10 Oral Presentation: 5
Practical project & oral exam: 15
Mid term exam :
Final exam :

5. Presentation Topicts Topics: 1- computer in NM 2- computer in CT/MRI
3- computer in ultrasound
4- computer in general X- ray

6. Exams
Mid term
Oral exam (part of practical sessions)
Final exam

7. Text book and other references
Digital Radiography and PACS, Christi Carter and Beth Veale , Mosby 2010
Imaging registration educational websites
Youtube educational imaging programes
Lectures
Other computation books