Master Medical Imaging Technology

1. Building ofdistinctivescientific talents whoare able to developmedical imagingandradiationsciences professions, such as those in diagnosisandtreatment of cancer.
2. Building offuturescientists which is possiblethrougha deep understanding ofscientific research and the differenttypes ofinnovativeanalytical methodsto answerlots of questionsandproblems faced byworkersin the field ofradiationandfuture healthchallenges(such as some nuclear accidents).
3. The program alsoaimsto emphasize theneed forcommunity serviceby focusing on theproblemsandrisks ofmedical imagingprofessionin Palestine andspread the culture ofscientific research and development.

1. A graduate-level understanding of basic disciplinary concepts as well as identifying the different MIT.
2. A graduate-level understanding of updates and advances in MIT and new Medical Imaging modalities
3. Identifying, analyzing and solving technical problems of MIT related to Functional Imaging, and Radiologic Sciences. For example,
4. Functional imaging, radiation measuring systems and exposure control.
5. Having a minimum computer knowledge, understanding and skills to solve practical problems related to MIT.
6. Applying medical imaging techniques to model patients using phantoms, and solve problems related to MIT.
7. Possessing appropriate ethical, clinical, communicational, and scientific levels to reach professionalism in MIT various fields.

1. Scientific guideline
2. Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent in medical imaging, medical physics or a related field with a good grade from a recognized university.
3. To be in contact with the major since graduation.
4. That no more than ten years have passed since his graduation.
5. He should be fluent in both Arabic and English.
6. To pass the personal interview before the interviews committee.
7. That the student devote himself to study and research and give it priority interests.
8. To submit an application to join the program to the Deanship of Registration based on official announcements supported by official documents and supported by two letters of recommendation from teachers or business leaders in the field of specialization.

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First: Core Courses: (14 C.H.) common for all tracks

#	Course name	C.H.	Course No.
1	Radiation Physics	3	8029501
2	Principles of Medical Imaging Modalities & Image Interpretation	3	8029502
3	Radiation Therapy Technology	2	8029503
4	Research Methods	2	8029504
5	Information processing for Medical Imaging	2	8029505
6	Seminar in Medical Imaging	2	8029601

MIT Tracks

Track 1: Functional Imaging

1. Track-required specialization courses (10 C.H.)

#	Course name	C.H.	Course No.
1	Functional Imaging	2	8029520
3	Fundamentals of Magnetoencephalography (MEG)	2	8029521
2	Nuclear Medicine (NM) Technology	2	8029620
4	Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technology	2	8029621
5	Hybrid Imaging Techniques	2	8029622

 

2. Track-elective specialization courses (6 C.H.)

#	Course name	C.H.	Course No.
1	Optical Medical Imaging	2	8029522
2	Fundamental of Electroencephalography (EEG)	2	8029523
3	Fundamentals of Electrical Impedance Tomography (EIT)	2	8029524
4	Cardiovascular Imaging	2	8029525
5	Computed Tomography (CT) Technology	2	8029623
6	Vascular Ultrasound	2	8029624
7	Neuroimaging	2	8029625
8	Digital Image Processing and Analysis	3	8029626
9	Functional Imaging Internship	2	8029641
10	Radiation Detection and Dosimetry (to be added)	2	8029540
11	Radiation Biology (to be added)	2	8029628

 

 

Track 2: Radiologic Sciences

(A) Track-required specialization courses (10 C.H.)

#	Course name	C.H.	Course No.
1	Radiation Detection and Dosimetry	2	8029540
2	Radioactive Waste Management	2	8029541
3	Radiation Protection I	3	8029542
4	Exposure Assessment	3	8029543

(B) Track-elective specialization courses (6 C.H.)

#	Course name	C.H.	Course No.
1	Environmental Radioactivity	2	8029544
2	Clinical Radiologic Sciences   Practicum	2	8029545
3	Health Physics	2	8029546
4	Radiation Biology	2	8029628
5	Radiation Protection II	2	8029640

 

Third: Research courses (6 C.H.)

The student can choose to do (A) a research project and prepare an MSc thesis (Thesis track) or (B) to study two graduation projects’ courses (non-thesis track) and to pass the comprehensive exam or (C) action research. The choice of the thesis or non-thesis track needs approval from the program committee. Each of the two tracks must be completed in two academic semesters. If the student chose the non-thesis track, he/she must set for a comprehensive exam.

#	Course name	C.H.	Course No.
A	Thesis 1	3	8029700
	Thesis 2	3	8029700
B	Graduation project 1	3	8029691
	Graduation project 2	3	8029692

Comprehensive exam:

If the student chose the non-thesis track, then he/she must register and set for a comprehensive exam. A prerequisite for the comprehensive exam is that the student must successfully study and pass all the courses required for the MSc in MIT (36 credit hours).

#	Course name	C.H.	Course No.
1	Comprehensive exam	0	8029777

Remedial Courses:

Medical Imaging department has the right to give any student up to four credit hours as remedial courses depending on student discipline and previous studies. These remedial courses may include

#	Remedial course	C.H.	Course No.
1	Introduction to Medical Imaging Modalities	2	8029001
2	Biostatistics in Medical Research	2	8029002

Introduction to Medical Imaging modalities and Radiological Sciences 8029001 (2 C.H.): This course introduces the students to the radiologic sciences, and provides an introduction to the medical imaging program, the academic and clinical curricula, types of Medical Imaging modalities, to help students view themselves as integral members of a healthcare team. In addition to career opportunities for Medical Imaging technologists. This course is important for all tracks goals.

Biostatistics in Medical Research 8029002 (2 C.H.): This course presents the principles and methods of data description and statistical analyses used for planning, development, and evaluation of health problems. It provides an introduction to descriptive statistics, probability distributions, sampling, estimation, inference, and basic parametric and nonparametric tests. Emphasis is placed on   interpretation of data obtained in medical research. In addition, this course will emphasize the principles of quality assurance in the laboratory as a part of the quality management in the laboratory. This course is important for all tracks goals.

Radiation Physics 8029501 (3 C.H.): This course will provide information needed to identify, assess, and control ionizing and non-ionizing radiation hazards. Topics covered include: interactions of the different types of radiation with matter, relevant standards and safety program elements associated with radiofrequency/microwave emitters, static and extremely low frequency (ELF) fields, ultraviolet light sources, and lasers.  This course is important for all tracks goals.

Principles of Medical Imaging Modalities and Image Interpretation 8029502 (3 C.H.):  With an emphasis on the physical principles behind modern medical imaging, this course covers topics such as mathematical and physical foundations of imaging; image construction and interpretation; image quality and image processing. It will cover various imaging modalities and provide an advanced understanding of the physics of the signal and its interaction with biological tissue; image formation or reconstruction; modality specific issues for image quality; clinical applications; biological effects and safety. (Prerequisite 8029501). This course is important for all tracks goals.

Radiation Therapy Technology 8029503 (2 C.H.): This course provides an overview of radiation therapy by examining how cancer is treated with radiation. Discussions of radiobiology, treatment modalities, basic radiotherapy physics, and malignant disease processes are provided. (Prerequisite 8029502). This course is important for all tracks goals.

Research methods 8029504 (2 C.H.): This course is designed to provide students with the skills necessary to conduct research, to consider questions being asked, to select appropriate measurement tools and types of data to be collected, sampling methods and data management. Ethical considerations in conducting population research are considered too. (Prerequisite 8029002). This course is important for all tracks goals.

Radiation Detection and Dosimetry 8029540 (2 C.H.): This course provides the basics for the measurement of ionizing and non-ionizing radiation. Radiation dosimetry includes both medical and environmental measurements. Course will focus on: radiation quantities and units; typical levels of natural radiation and medical exposures; methods used to measure radiation. It also covers the principles of operation of analytical instruments used in medical imaging and radiologic sciences such as Thermoluminescence dosimetry and Gamma ray spectroscopy. The course also discusses selected applications of these instruments. (Prerequisite 8029501). This course is important for radiologic sciences track goals.

Functional Imaging 8029520 (2 C.H.): This course is for students with a specific interest in Functional Imaging. Students will be able to focus in great detail on techniques such as functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging (fMRI), Magnetoencephalogaphy (MEG) and Electro-encephalography (EEG). (Prerequisite 8029502). This course is important for Functional Imaging track goals.

Fundamentals of Magnetoencephalography (MEG) 8029521 (2 C.H.):  This course introduces students to the neuroimaging technique known as magnetoencephalography (MEG) that is specifically suitable for capturing the dynamics of our brain. Understanding brain dynamics involved in many perception and cognitive tasks is of particular interest to the fields of speech & hearing, psychology, as well as linguistics. In engineering, the understanding of how our brain dynamics can be used to interact with machines strongly influences the future design of devices using a brain computer interface. The aim of this course is to foster an interdisciplinary environment such that students from neuroscience and engineering backgrounds can develop fruitful collaborative approaches to advance our understanding of brain dynamics using MEG. (Prerequisite 8029502). This course is important for Functional Imaging track goals.

Fundamental of Electroencephalography (EEG) 8029523 (2 C.H.): This course introduces students to the basics of EEG. Lectures and labs explore the principles of neurophysiology, the theory and practice of electroencephalo-graphy and the theory and use of EEG technology. Lessons incorporate studies of medical ethics and professional standards, including patient care, first aid and emergency care. Students are introduced to common conditions normally diagnosed through EEG testing. (Prerequisite 8029502). This course is important for Functional Imaging track goals.

Fundamentals of Electrical Impedance Tomography (EIT) 8029524 (2 C.H.): This course introduces students to the basic principles of EIT technique, instrumentation, clinical and potential (EIT) applications (Prerequisite 8029502). This course is important for Functional Imaging track goals.

Optical Medical Imaging 8029522 (2 C.H.): This course will cover all aspects of probe development for Optical, PET and SPECT imaging. Topics covered include Endoscopy, Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT), Photoacoustic Imaging, Diffuse Optical Tomography (DOT), Raman Spectroscopy, Super-resolution Microscopy, Terahertz Tomography.  Other   topics   highlighted:   fundamental principles of PET, SPECT and optical imaging, isotope production, chemistry of PET, SPECT and optical imaging agents, molecular imaging in cell and molecular biology and applications of molecular imaging in normal tissue and disease characterization as well as drug development. (Prerequisite 8029622). This course is important for Functional Imaging track goals.

Cardiovascular Imaging 8029525 (2 C.H.): A survey of cardiovascular and interventional radiologic procedures. Emphasis on the anatomy demonstrated, equipment used as well as the role and responsibilities of the radiographer. Included is a general discussion of the applications of a variety of imaging modalities. (Prerequisite 8029622). This course is important for Functional Imaging track goals.

Environment Radioactivity 8029544 (2 C.H.): This course covers sources of air, water and air pollution including noise pollution and radiation, which is associated with health effects. Course also includes risk assessment, interpretation, evaluation and management issues to be addressed. Application used in this course will include case studies and discussion of international and local cases. (Prerequisite 8029501). This course is important for Radiologic Sciences track goals.

Radioactive Waste Management 8029541 (2 C.H.): This course covers fundamental aspects of radioactive substances in the environment; remediation processes for these substances; and their eventual storage, processing, and disposal. It provides a basic understanding of radioactivity and its effect on humans and their environment, and the techniques for their remediation and disposal. Topics include radioactivity, interaction of radiation with matter, shielding, dosimetry, biological effects, protection standards, sources of environmental radiation, risk evaluation, fate and transport analysis, cleanup standards, legal requirements, cleanup technologies, waste disposal. (Prerequisite 8029544). This course is important for Radiologic Sciences track goals.

Radiation Protection I 8029542 (3 C.H.) This course is designed to familiarize students with the health implications associated with ionizing and non-ionizing radiation. Topics include: radiation protection principles, signs and labels, security, emergency procedures, radionuclide materials ordering process, handling of radioactive material, storage, waste, security, documentation, monitoring policies, radio frequency (RF) radiation and measures to protect workers from exposure. This course will cover topics related to reporting and discussing factors that affect patient radiation dose. It will also discuss the radiosensitivity of the stages of pregnancy and the recommended management procedures for the pregnant patient. Additionally, it discusses the concepts of occupational radiation and ways to reduce occupational exposure. Detailed discussion of personnel radiation monitoring reports and a list the available thicknesses of protective apparel is also included. (Prerequisite 8029501). This course is important for Radiologic Sciences track goals.

Exposure Assessment 8029543 (3 C.H.): This course provides an overview of all aspects of environmental and medical exposure assessment. Exposure assessment is a key component of environmental health and the goal of much of environmental monitoring. It will cover all major exposure media (air, water, food, soil, etc.) and all important pathways (inhalation, ingestion, absorption, etc.). It will also include exposure assessment study design, the strengths and weaknesses of various exposure assessment techniques, and how to link exposure assessment with environmental health. (Prerequisite 8029501). This course is important for Radiologic Sciences track goals.

Clinical Radiologic Sciences Practicum 8029545 (2 C.H.):  This course allows the students to apply the knowledge and skills obtained throughout the graduate program in a clinical radiologic sciences education setting. (Prerequisite 8029501). This course is important for Radiologic Sciences track goals.

Information processing for Medical Imaging 8029505 (3 C.H.): This course covers and focuses on algorithms and software for obtaining medical image information. Topics covered include: Image registration: rigid, non-rigid, fluid, free-form deformation, registration theory and practice, Image segmentation and classification. Statistical shape model, k-means, principal component analysis. (Prerequisite 8029560). This course is important for functional-imaging track goals.

Seminar in Medical Imaging 8029601 (2 C.H.): This course is intended to integrate the student’s previous learning and provide preparation for the research method course. It will help students in the skills they will need to prepare power point presentation related to medical imaging. It is interactive course with an emphasis on critical thinking and problem solving skills. Case presentation, and search the new knowledge in medical imaging will be presented as seminars. (Prerequisite 8029504). This course is important for all tracks goals.

Nuclear Medicine Technology 8029620 (2 C.H.): This course will provide the student with a practical and relevant overview of the subject, with an emphasis on diagnostic radionuclide techniques within the total context of diagnostic imaging. This course will focus mainly on nuclear medicine procedures and how those procedures relate to the total context of diagnostic imaging. It will also include a study of the prevention of risks of radioactive materials during usage, and how to get rid of radioactive waste. (Prerequisite 8029502). This course is important for functional-imaging track goals.

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technology 8029621 (2 C.H.): This course will explore the advanced physical and technical principles of MRI scanning and techniques. Instrumentation, radiofrequency systems, and gradient systems, image formation and contrast, basic imaging parameters, pulse sequences, methods of data acquisition, and image options. In addition to the related clinical applications, image characteristics, quality control methods, limitations, and advances in MRI technology will be introduced. (Prerequisite 8029502). This course is important for Functional Imaging track goals.

Hybrid-Imaging techniques (PET/CT, SPECT/CT, PET/MRI) 8029622 (2 C.H.): This course has been developed to enable individuals to demonstrate a good level of understanding associated with the current applications of hybrid imaging practice. PET/CT, SPECT/CT, PET/MRI and others. During the course students will cover areas such as; equipment design, safety, current training implications and the most effective use of this developing imaging modality. The course will also consider future development opportunities for the hybrid imaging practitioner and relate these to potential growth areas in clinical practice. (Prerequisite 8029502). This course is important for Functional Imaging track goals.

Digital Image Processing and Analysis 8029626 (3 C.H.): This course explores the major areas of digital image processing, with primary emphasis on medical applications. Topics covered include image filtering and enhancement, image segmentation and registration. It also covers the fundamental components of medical image analysis and visualization. It will start with an introduction to the underlying concepts and mathematics of biomedical image including data storage types and co-ordinate systems. (Prerequisite 8029502). This course is important for functional-imaging track goals.

Quality Management and Work Ethics 8029627 (2 C.H.) This course is designed to introduce concepts of quality improvement in health care at radiology departments. It aims at providing knowledge & skills in quality management for senior leadership. It also focuses on ethical issues in the daily work of medical imaging in relation to general health care and ethics in management/administrative practice. It covers and discusses ethico-legal managerial issues related to Palestinian context. (Prerequisite 8029502). This course is important for Functional Imaging and Radiologic Sciences tracks goals.

Radiation Biology 8029628 (2 C.H.): This course will present the qualitative and quantitative concepts of radiobiology pertaining to genetic and somatic effects of ionizing radiation and the mechanisms of interaction from sub-cellular level to organism. The direct and indirect hit theories of radiation exposure to individual cells are discussed, as well as the acute radiation syndrome and the genetic and somatic effects of exposure to ionizing radiation. Since there is a relation with radiation therapy and nuclear medicine, an introduction will be given on both modalities. (Prerequisite 8029540). This course is important for Radiologic Sciences track goals.

Computed Tomography (CT) Technology 8029623 (2 C.H.): This course is designed to provide students with an understanding of the new techniques of Digital Radiography. It will also explore the basic physical and technical principles of CT scanning. Related clinical applications, system components, image characteristics, quality control methods, limitations, and future developments will be introduced. Contrast media and adverse reaction, imaging protocols, and appreciation of radiation dose factors will also be addressed. (Prerequisite 8029502). This course is important for Functional Imaging track goals.

Vascular Ultrasound 8029624 (2 C.H.): This course offer students the opportunity to achieve significant learning outcomes. Students will receive didactic lectures, case studies, clinical scenarios thought provoking problems which will stimulate students to investigate issues from a wide variety of perspectives including: cerebrovascular system, lower extremity arterial system, lower extremity venous system anatomy, physiology, and pathology; ultrasound technology; communication; clinical history and clinical investigations; protocols and guidelines; and ethical and social implications. (Prerequisite 8029623). This course is important for Functional Imaging track goals.

Neuroimaging 8029625 (2 C.H.): This course on advanced Neurological imaging will introduce state of the art quantitative techniques used for diagnoses, clinical trials, and in neuroscience studies of the brain. The course will include structural and functional brain mapping techniques including morphometric analysis, diffusion MRI fiber tracking, functional MRI, perfusion MRI, MR relaxometry, and Magnetization Transfer Ratio, Diffusion Tensor, Phase and MR Spectroscopic Imaging. (Prerequisite 8029622). This course is important for Functional Imaging track goals.

Radiation Protection II 8029640 (2 credit hours): This course discusses the radiation protection devices that are common to all radiographic and fluoroscopic imaging systems. Many of these devices are federally mandated; others exhibit features added by manufacturers. Covered subjects include: a discussion of the design of primary and secondary radiation barriers and a description of the three types of radiation dosimeters used in diagnostic imaging. (Prerequisite 8029542). This course is important for Radiologic Sciences track goals.

Functional Imaging Internship 8029641 (2 C.H.): The student will be assigned to a selected clinical education center and is expected to practice and perfect the professional skills in various advance medical imaging modalities such as MRI, CT, Radiation Therapy. (Prerequisite 8029626). This course is important for Functional-Imaging track goals.

Health Physics 8029546 (2 C.H.): The course is concerned with the research, teaching, and operational aspects of radiation control. The main objective of this courses is to teach the students how to work responsibly and safely with ionizing and non-ionizing radiation, radioactive substances and radiation emitting equipment. (Prerequisite 8029501). This course is important for Radiologic Sciences track goals.

Graduation Project 1, 8029691 (3 C.H.): In this course the student will be asked to work on a theoretical research project in his field of specialization/track. The student shall review the different scientific resources for the research topic and prepare a scientific report that includes an in depth and advanced analysis of the topic. The report shall be presented in a seminar and evaluated by a committee assigned by the program committee.

Graduation Project 2, 8029692 (3 C.H.): In this course the student will be asked to work on a theoretical or practical research project (different from that topic completed in Graduation Project 1) in his field of specialization/track. The student shall review the different scientific resources for the research topic and prepare a scientific report that includes an in depth and advanced analysis of the topic. The report shall be presented in a seminar and evaluated by a committee assigned by the program committee.

Master Thesis 1, 8029700 (3 C.H.): The student will select a scientific problem, design proper research experiments to answer specific questions that have not been answered yet.

Master Thesis 2, 8029700 (3 C.H.): The student will continue research work, write and defend the thesis.

Comprehensive Exam 8029777 (ZERO C.H.): This exam aims to test and evaluate the knowledge and skills that the student has gained from the different course studied in the program.