Handbook

This subject provides the student with a detailed understanding of the principles and practice of Computed Tomography (CT). The subject explores the physics and instrumentation of CT, techniques and protocols employed in CT, and clinical applications utilised for CT in clinical practice. The subject also explores relevant regulations, quality assurance, department planning and radiation/hazard protection involved in the application of CT. The subject specifically provides insight and understanding into stand-alone CT devices, hybrid CT devices (SPECT/CT, PET/CT), CT for therapeutic use (planning and verification) and innovative CT designs.

• CT principles;
• CT instrumentation;
• Patient preparation and care;
• Basic protocols and procedures;
• Reconstruction, data manipulation and display (including 3D);
• Radiation safety and dose minimisation;
• Hybrid systems; and
• Quality control and quality assurance