Health Physics

Overview

Framework:
Access to HE 2024
Level:
Level 3
Unit No:
Not available
Credits:
6
Guided learning hours:
Not available

Qualification Grading Type

Graded

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Unit Learning Outcomes

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1. — Understand methods used to image the human body for medical diagnosis.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1.

    Explain the principles of imaging using a range of imaging techniques.

  • 1.2.

    Summarise the advantages and disadvantages of the imaging methods.

2. — Be able to model the behaviour of x-rays using light.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1.

    Carry out a simple experiment modelling the behaviour of X-rays using light.

  • 2.2.

    Write a scientific report of the experiment.

3. — Understand methods of medical treatment using ionising radiation, ultrasound, and lasers

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1.

    Explain the use of ionising radiation, ultrasound and lasers in medical treatments.

4. — Understand the hazards to staff and patients associated with medical imaging technologies.

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1.

    Describe the effects of ionising radiation on tissues and organs.

  • 4.2.

    Explain the effect of laser light on living tissues.

  • 4.3.

    Explain the hazards of the strong magnetic fields in the vicinity of an MRI scanner.

5. — Understand safety procedures and equipment used to monitor and reduce the hazards from ionising radiation and laser light.

Assessment Criteria

  • 5.1.

    Explain methods of measuring the radiation dose received by medical staff and patients.

  • 5.2.

    Describe equipment and procedures used to minimise the hazards from radiation and lasers in hospitals.

  • 5.3.

    Explain the importance of minimising risks from the use of radiation and lasers in hospital.

6. — Be able to assess the benefits of modern imaging techniques in treating injuries and diseases. 

Assessment Criteria

  • 6.1.

    Assess the use of a given modern imaging technique in a given treatment.