The course syllabus contains changes
See changesCourse syllabus adopted 2023-02-24 by Head of Programme (or corresponding).
Overview
- Swedish nameMR-avbildning
- CodeEEN200
- Credits7.5 Credits
- OwnerMPMED
- Education cycleSecond-cycle
- Main field of studyBiomedical engineering
- DepartmentCLINICAL SCIENCES (GU)
- GradingTH - Pass with distinction (5), Pass with credit (4), Pass (3), Fail
Course round 1
- Teaching language English
- Application code 41117
- Maximum participants80
- Block schedule
- Open for exchange studentsNo
- Only students with the course round in the programme overview.
Credit distribution
Module | Sp1 | Sp2 | Sp3 | Sp4 | Summer | Not Sp | Examination dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0123 Laboratory 2.5 c Grading: UG | 2.5 c | ||||||
| 0223 Written and oral assignments 2.5 c Grading: UG | 2.5 c | ||||||
| 0323 Examination 2.5 c Grading: TH | 2.5 c |
In programmes
Examiner
- Eva Forssell-Aronsson
- Visiting Teacher, Electric, Computer, IT and Industrial Engineering
Eligibility
General entry requirements for Master's level (second cycle)Applicants enrolled in a programme at Chalmers where the course is included in the study programme are exempted from fulfilling the requirements above.
Specific entry requirements
English 6 (or by other approved means with the equivalent proficiency level)Applicants enrolled in a programme at Chalmers where the course is included in the study programme are exempted from fulfilling the requirements above.
Course specific prerequisites
Knowledge of mathematical transforms (especially Fourier transform) is required. Knowledge of electromagnetic fields and experience in Python or Matlab is required.Aim
The aim of this course is to provide the student with knowledge in the physics, signal processing and other technical aspects of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), necessary to understand how it provides a unique view into the living organism, and how it can be used as a diagnostic tool in the clinical setting.Learning outcomes (after completion of the course the student should be able to)
- describe the full MR imaging chain from nuclear spin to reconstructed image- describe basic MR contrast mechanisms and how they are used to produce clinically relevant image contrast
- use the Bloch equations to predict the behavior of the MR signal for basic pulse sequences
- interpret MR pulse sequence diagrams
- apply electromagnetic field theory for assessment of safety risks related to MRI
- describe and quantify how various physical aspects can be sources of image contrast and of image artefact in MRI
Content
- MR physics: Magnetic fields, RF pulses, pulse sequences- MR image acquisition, reconstruction and image quality
- Hardware and safety
- Physical aspects relevant for MRI (e.g. motion and susceptibility): physics, artefacts and contrast mechanisms
- The role of MRI in healthcare and research
Organisation
The course contains lectures, mandatory assignments, and a laboratory project.Literature
Principles of Magnetic Resonance Imaging by Nishimura. Course literature can be changed until a couple of weeks before course start.Examination including compulsory elements
Written assignments, written project report, and a written exam.The course examiner may assess individual students in other ways than what is stated above if there are special reasons for doing so, for example if a student has a decision from Chalmers on educational support due to disability.
The course syllabus contains changes
- Changes to course rounds:
- 2024-09-12: Block Block B added by kursansvarig
[Course round 1] - 2024-09-12: Block Block changed from B to B by kursansvarig
[Course round 1]
- 2024-09-12: Block Block B added by kursansvarig