Medical X-ray Diagnostics Field of study: Medical Physics
Programme code: W4-S1FM19.2025

Module name: Medical X-ray Diagnostics
Module code: W4-FM-ER-S1-5-23-45
Programme code: W4-S1FM19.2025
Semester: winter semester 2027/2028
Language of instruction: Polish
Form of verification: exam
ECTS credits: 3
Purpose and description of the content of education:
Mandatory course for the specialization: Electroradiology. The course concludes with an examination. During the lectures, students learn about: 1. Organization of radiography and imaging laboratories. 2. Basics of atomic law. 3. Principles of patient radiation protection. 4. Types of imaging examinations. 5. Use of contrast agents. 6. Possible complications after contrast administration and appropriate management. 7. Specifics of pediatric imaging. 8. Introduction to patient positioning for X-ray imaging of the upper and lower extremities, skull and facial bones, spine, chest, and abdominal region. 9. Contrast studies of the gastrointestinal and urinary systems. 10. Mammographic examinations. 11. Types of CT scans and their execution. 12. Types of MRI scans and their execution. 13. DSA (Digital Subtraction Angiography). Students are expected to engage in independent study using 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 construction and functioning of imaging equipment used in diagnostic imaging. [E1]
 W03 [5/5] IW01 [5/5] IW02 [5/5]
Have knowledge of the interaction between ionizing radiation and matter. Students are knowledgeable about the effects and biological consequences of ionizing radiation. [E2]
 W06 [5/5]
Can explain, based on the principles of physics, the processes responsible for diagnostic effects. [E3]
 U02 [4/5]
Can explain, based on the principles of physics, the functioning of medical diagnostic devices. [E4]
 IU02 [4/5]
Have knowledge regarding the organization of radiology departments, documentation management, permissions, and the responsibilities of an electro-radiology engineer. [E5]
 K03 [5/5] IK01 [5/5] IK02 [5/5] IK03 [5/5]
Are familiar with the principles of conducting X-ray examinations, computer tomography (CT), and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). [E6]
 W03 [5/5] IW01 [5/5]
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 E3 E4
laboratory classes [FZ2] 15 Working with a computer [d01] 
Laboratory exercise / experiment [e01]  		course work E5 E6
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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