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Physical foundations of magnetic resonance imaging
RAD4503
Synopsis
This unit explores the fundamentals of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). The physical principles will be presented and examined.
The factors that determine the contrast and spatial resolution achievable in MRI are discussed. Equipment used to generate MRI images will be discussed and the student will consider the design and purpose of the major components of a clinical MR scanner.
Patient and MRI staff safety issues posed by magnetic and radio frequency fields are presented, along with current issues posed by use of contrast agents.
Sourced from the Monash Handbook 2026.
Quick facts
- Credit points
- 6
- Level
- 4
- Audience
- Postgraduate
- Type
- Coursework
- School
- Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
- Faculty
- Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences
- Handbook year
- 2026
Prerequisites (1)
- Medical imaging anatomyRAD2002
What it unlocks
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Offerings (1)
- First semesterClayton · FLEXIBLE