Physical Fundamentals of Methods of Diagnosis and Therapy Field of study: Medical Physics
Programme code: W4-S1FM19.2025

Module name: Physical Fundamentals of Methods of Diagnosis and Therapy
Module code: W4-FM-S1-4-23-23
Programme code: W4-S1FM19.2025
Semester: summer semester 2026/2027
Language of instruction: Polish
Form of verification: exam
ECTS credits: 7
Purpose and description of the content of education:
During the lecture, the graduate acquires knowledge about the physical methods used in medicine and biomedical research, which are essential for a medical physicist. Main lecture topics: The role of Medical Physics as an interdisciplinary science in the modern world. Characteristics of acoustic waves in the audible and ultrasonic ranges and their applications in medicine: audiometric examinations, ultrasound imaging, and Doppler methods. Characteristics of ionizing radiation and its use in medical diagnostics: conventional X-ray diagnostics, computed tomography, angiography, and positron emission tomography (PET). Practical and theoretical aspects of nuclear magnetic resonance and its application in medicine. MRI imaging techniques. Applications of visible and infrared light in medicine: photodynamic effect (PDD and PDT), lasers, thermography, endoscopy. Applications of modern microscopy in the examination of in vitro biological samples. Basics of functional studies such as electrocardiography (EKG) and electroencephalography (EEG). Application of telemetry in medicine. Introduction to modeling in medical physics.
List of modules that must be completed before starting this module (if necessary): not applicable
Learning outcome of the module Codes of the learning outcomes of the programme to which the learning outcome of the module is related [level of competence: scale 1-5]
The graduate possesses knowledge of the basic principles of medical imaging techniques, visualization diagnostics, and functional studies, as well as understands their applications in medicine. [E1]
 W01 [4/5] W03 [4/5] W04 [4/5] W06 [4/5]
They understand the significance of medical physics in modern medical sciences. [E2]
 W01 [4/5]
They are familiar with the principles of safety and hygiene required in medical imaging techniques and classical diagnostics. [E3]
 W06 [2/5] IW03 [2/5] IW04 [2/5] IU09 [2/5]
They can explain the operation of medical equipment used in diagnostics and selected therapies based on the principles of physics. [E4]
 IU02 [4/5]
They can explain the processes occurring in the surrounding environment and the processes responsible for diagnostic and therapeutic effects. [E5]
 U02 [4/5]
They are proficient in utilizing literature, databases, and other sources to interpret problems and draw conclusions. [E6]
 U08 [3/5]
They are capable of listening to the opinions of others and engaging in discussions regarding specific issues. [E7]
 U07 [3/5] K03 [3/5]
They understand the importance of continuous learning and professional development. [E8]
 K01 [4/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
lecture [FZ1] 30 Problem-based lecture [b01] 
Lecture-discussion [b02] 
Activating method – discussion / debate [b04] 
Activating method – seminar / proseminar [b05]  		exam E1 E2 E8
laboratory classes [FZ2] 60 Working with a computer [d01] 
Laboratory exercise / experiment [e01]  		course work E3 E4 E5 E6 E7
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
Literature reading / analysis of source materials [a02] Preparation for classes
reading the literature indicated in the syllabus; reviewing, organizing, analyzing and selecting source materials to be used in class
Developing practical skills [a03] Preparation for classes
activities involving the repetition, refinement and consolidation of practical skills, including those developed during previous classes or new skills necessary for the implementation of subsequent elements of the curriculum (as preparation for class participation)
Getting acquainted with the syllabus content [b01] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
reading through the syllabus and getting acquainted with its content
Implementation of an individual or group assignment necessary for course/phase/examination completion [c03] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
a set of activities aimed at performing an assigned task, to be executed out of class, as an obligatory phase/element of the verification of the learning outcomes assigned to the course
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