X-ray Imaging in Diagnostics and Interventional Radiology Field of study: Medical Physics
Programme code: W4-S1FM19.2025

Module name: X-ray Imaging in Diagnostics and Interventional Radiology
Module code: W4-FM-S1-6-23-29
Programme code: W4-S1FM19.2025
Semester: summer semester 2027/2028
Language of instruction: Polish
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 1
Purpose and description of the content of education:
During the lectures, students learn about: Organization of X-ray diagnostic and imaging laboratories Overview of applicable atomic law Principles of patient radiation protection Types of imaging examinations Use of contrast agents Possibilities of complications after contrast administration and appropriate procedures Specifics of pediatric imaging Familiarization with patient positioning for X-ray imaging of the upper and lower limbs, skull and facial bones, spine, chest, and abdominal cavity Contrast studies of the gastrointestinal and urinary systems Mammographic examinations Types of CT examinations and their implementation Types of MRI examinations and their implementation Students are expected to engage in independent work with lecture materials and recommended textbooks.
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]
Are familiar with the aspects of construction and operation of equipment used in diagnostic imaging. [E1]
 W03 [5/5] IW01 [5/5]
Possess knowledge about the interaction of ionizing radiation with matter and are aware of the effects and biological consequences of ionizing radiation. [E2]
 W04 [5/5] W05 [5/5] W06 [5/5]
Can explain the diagnostic effects based on the principles of physics. [E3]
 U02 [4/5] IU02 [4/5]
Can explain the functioning of medical diagnostic devices based on the principles of physics. [E4]
 U02 [4/5] IU02 [4/5]
Understand the need for professional and personal development. [E5]
 K01 [3/5]
Have knowledge regarding the organization of laboratories, documentation management, qualifications, and responsibilities of an electroradiology engineer. [E6]
 IU01 [4/5]
Are familiar with the principles of performing X-ray examinations, computed tomography (CT), and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). [E7]
 K05 [4/5] IU06 [4/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
lecture [FZ1] 15 Problem-based lecture [b01] 
Lecture-discussion [b02] 
Activating method – discussion / debate [b04] 
Activating method – seminar / proseminar [b05]  		course work E1 E2 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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