M.Sc. - Medical Imaging Technology

Overview

The two-year M.Sc. in Medical Imaging Technology programme will fulfil the needs for trained manpower in the healthcare sector. The best outcome for the medical professionals will be achieved with the use of this training in medical imaging technology, which will ensure and support better patient care, accurate patient diagnosis, and patient guidance.

To enhance student proficiency in knowledge and experience related to radiography and other medical imaging technologies, as well as to keep them up to date on recent diagnostic developments made available by such imaging technologies. Students will learn the in-depth knowledge and practical skills necessary to operate X-ray, CT scan, MRI, and fluoroscopy equipment as well as to work as a consultant radiologist’s assistant. The programme is designed as a full-time residence.

Program Education Objective

PEO 1: Established themselves as successful professionals with strong multidisciplinary knowledge and technical competence in the field of Medical Imaging Technology and used the integration of knowledge and competence necessary for success in the profession.
PEO 2: Developed interdisciplinary approach and analytical thinking in designing and solving problems related to radiological and various other imaging process using modern analytical tools & techniques wherever necessary.
PEO 3: Attained the skill for understanding group dynamics with the objective to contribute positively towards collaborative activities and demonstrate the capacity for self-management, organizational management and team work through effective communication.
PEO 4: Pursued a career for lifelong learning with personal and professional growth, superior work ethics and character towards sustainable betterment of the society by engaging in self-learning methodologies.

Career Opportunities

Radiology Technician
Radiology Assistant
Radiologist
Radiology Technologist / Radiographer
Radiology Nurse
Ultrasound Technician / Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
MRI Technician
CT Tech / CAT Scan Technologist / CT Scan Technologist

Core Areas

Core Curriculum

Human Anatomy & Physiology

To prepare the students with knowledge and skills related to Sectional Anatomy & Terminology, Anatomical relationships/terminology, Anatomy of the upper thorax and mid thorax, Bony structures and muscles, Blood vessels, Lungs, heart and great vessels, Esophagus, Anatomy of the Abdomen, Abdominal blood vessels, Anatomy of the Pelvis- Bony structures and associated muscles, Digestive and urinary systems, Neuro Anatomy, Arterial/venous systems, Basal ganglia, Cranial nerves, Spine, Arterial/venous systems, Muscles, Glands and pharynx, Cable tools and equipments, X-Ray Imaging, Radiological positioning, CT scan, Ultrasound, and MRI. This will enable them to apply modern medical imaging tool, techniques, and technologies and also advance their expertise through higher studies and continous learning for practice and applications with ethics and social responsibility.

Instrumentation of Conventional Radiological Equipments

Generation of electrical energy
AC / DC
Poly-phase supply
Distribution of electrical energy
Uses of electrical energy
Current loads and power loss
Uses of electricity in the hospitals
Safety rules for radio-diagnosis

X-ray

X-ray circuit components
X-ray generators
High tension transformers
Main voltage compensation
High tension switches
Stabilizers and UPS

Ultrasound

Basic principle of ultrasound
Interaction of ultrasound with matter
Modes of ultrasound
Transducer
Types of transducer
Wave propagation
Image Recorded In Ultrasound
Artefacts in Ultrasound
Clinical Applications Of Ultrasound-Indications, Preparation And Scanning Technique
abdomen, liver, gall bladder, biliary tract, pancreas, spleen, kidneys, ureter, bladder
Biological effects of ultrasound

Radiation Protection and Management of Radiology Department

CT-Scan

Introduction to Computed Tomography and Principle of Computed Tomography
History, EMI scanner,Advantage and Disadvantages of CT, Basic principle of CT
Generations of Computed Tomography
Instrumentation
CT scanner gantry, Detectors & Data Acquisition System, Generator, Computer and image processing System Image display system, storage, recording and communication system, CT control console, Options and accessories for CT systems
Image Reconstruction
Basic principle, Reconstruction algorithms, Image reconstruction from projections, Types of data Reconstruction.

MRI

Introduction and Basic Principle of Magnetic Resonance Imaging History of MRI, Electricity & Magnetism, Laws of magnetism, Atomic structure,
MRI Hardware
Pulse sequences
Introduction To basic pulse sequences. Spin echo sequences,
Conventional spin echo, Fast spin echo Inversion recovery,
STIR, FLAIR
MRI parameters & Trade offs
MRI Artefacts
MRI contrast agents
Flow Phenomena & MRI angiography
Recent advances in MRI
Newer sequences,MRS,functionalMRI,CardiacMRI,PET MRI

Radiation Protection and Management of Radiology Department

Introduction to Radiation protection Need for protection
Aim of radiation protection
Basic radiation units and quantities
Protection in Diagnostic Radiology Protection for primary radiation Work load
Use factor Occupancy factor
Protection for scatter radiation and leakage radiation X-Ray room design
Structural shielding Protective devices Radiation signage

Radiographic Procedures

Radiography in various positions for all the special radiological procedures, using contrast media as per syllabus.
Positioning and treatment of various cases patients by using:
- Prescribed filters and wedges
- Protection of various organs

Conventional – non contrast, special situations Pediatric radiography
Special needs of patient and radiographers, equipment considerations, use of dedicated equipment and accessories, technical considerations, the need to modify “adult” techniques, selection of exposure factors , image quality considerations, radiation protection of the patient, special techniques peculiar to children as follows:

Anorectal malformation- contrast study
Intersex disorders-contrast study
Esophageal atresia –pre/post-operative
Intussusception
Congenital dislocation of hip
Scoliosis
Leg-length measurements
Assessment of bone age
Non- accidental injury
Radiography of babies in incubators

Instrumentation of Conventional Radiological Equipments

Circuit breakers
Primary and secondary switches
Exposure switching and its application
Interlocking circuits
Regulating and safety devices
Magnetic relay
Thermal relay switches
Interlock in tube circuit and overload interlocks
Exposure timers
Timing systems
Electronic timer
Ionization timer
Photo timer
Synchronous timer and impulse timer
Devices improving radiographic quality
Cone
Cylinder
Collimator
Grid
Filter

Nuclear Medicine

Angiographic Equipments, Catheters & guide wires
Basics of Angiographic equipments, Single and biplane angiographic equipment, Angiographic Table, Image intensifier, Flat panel detector, electromechanical injectors, Catheters, types of catheters & guidwires, seldinger technique,
Sterile Techniques & Radiation Protection
Laying up a sterile trolley, sterile techniques, radiation protection for staff and patient , protective devices, monitors.
Interventional Procedures
Cardiac, Vascular, Nonvascular, PTC,
Cardiac catheterization

Radiation Physics

Quality Assurance
Sensitometer
Densitometer with Software
Personal Dosimeter
Radiation Survey Meter
Beam Alignment Test Tool
Grid Alignment Test Tool
Focal Spot Test Tool
Collimator Test Tool
To check the congruence between the Radiation field and optical field with the help of Collimator Test Tool
To check the Alignment of the Radiation beam by the using the Beam Alignment Test Tool
To test the grid by using the Grid alignment Test Tool
To find out the size of the Focal Spot by using the Focal Spot Test Tool
To test the consistency of the KVp by using Digital KVp Meter.
To verify the Inverse Square Law by using Pocket Dosimeter.
To measure the Radiation output of the X-ray Machine using Dosimeter.
To check the perpendicularity of the X-ray beam to Image Receptor.
To check the consistency of the X-ray Films.
To check the Density of the X-ray Film
To check the Leakage of Radiation , if any

Management of Health Care Organization

Hospital structure and organization
Radiography as a profession- professionalism, projecting professional image, professional and personal qualities (both essential and desirable) of the radiographer
Communication and relational skills- development of appropriate communication skills with patients, verbal and non- verbal communication, appearance and behaviour of the radiographer
Moving and lifting patients- hazards of lifting and manoeuvring patients, rules for correct lifting, transfer from chair or trolley to couch and vice-versa, safety of both lifter and the lifted must be emphasised. Highlight on handling of geriatric, paediatric, and trauma patients
Communicable diseases (special refernce to aids), cross infection and prevention, patient hygiene,personal hygiene, department hygiene, handling of infectious patients in the department, application of asepsis, inflammation and infection process
Patient vital signs- temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure- normal values and methods of taking and recording them
Medico-legal considerations- radiographers clinical and ethical responsibilities, misconduct and malpratice, handling female patients, practice in pregnancy.
Radiological contrast media- classification, need for radiological contrast media, methods of administration, dosage, reactions to contrast media, role of the imaging department and the radiographer in management of patient with contrast reaction.

Biostatistics

Introduction
Sampling
Format of scientific documents
Structure of research protocol, structure of thesis/ research report, formats of reporting in scientific journals. Systematic review and meta analysis

Project / Thesis

Each M.Sc. (MIT) student will carry out research work under the supervision of a faculty member (Guide) with post-M.D./ Ph.D. with teaching experience of three years or more in the subject.

Programme Type - PG

Duration - 2 years

Minimum Eligibility - BMIT or Bachelors' Degree in any Science Stream.

Degree Awarded By -

Payment Date	One Time Payment	Yearly Payment Payment Deadline	Half-Yearly Payment
Within 15 days of Admission	INR 2,35,000	INR 1,50,000	INR 80,000
By 30th Nov, 2022			INR 80,000
By 31st May, 2023		INR 1,00,000	INR 52,500
By 30th Nov, 2023			INR 52,500
Tuition Fee Total	INR 2,35,000	INR 2,50,000	INR 2,65,000
Total Fees:	INR 2,85,000	INR 3,00,000	INR 3,15,000

Mentor

Dr. Ashok Kumar Santra

Assistant Professor

Campus: Durgapur

This is a professional educational course M.Sc in Medical Imaging Technology which will fulfil need of trained manpower in the field of health services. To enhance the standard of knowledge and experience of the students in the field of medical imaging technology , for instance, Radiography and to update them with the newer developments taking place in diagnosis using those imaging technologies.