Unit Code: MIS602

Unit Name: Image Processing and Informatics

Description: This course introduces the basic concepts and applications of digital image processing methods, compression techniques, computer assisted diagnosis and image storage, communication and informatics. Students will become familiar with the influence of the human observer on every component of the imaging chain and how this can affect the predictive diagnostic capabilities of a method. Emphasis will also be given on topics such as Hospital Information Systems (HIS), Radiology Information Systems (RIS), DICOM, PACS data management, telemedicine and teleradiology.

Learning Target Outcomes: On successful completion of this course, the students will be able to: 1. Explain the physical and psychophysiological characteristics of the human observer and the relationship with image form. 2. Describe the physical factors and human observer influence on digital image quality. 3. Demonstrate an understanding of digital image characteristics and the architecture and components of a digital computer and its functions. 4. Demonstrate an understanding of digital image processing, analysis, reconstruction, visualization and storage and communication. 5. Explain the concepts of imaging informatics including computer assisted diagnosis. 6. Apply practical skills in image processing techniques in diagnostic and interventional imaging systems

Prerequisite: MIS502

Prerequisite Sentence: N/A

Credit Point: 15

Offered In: Semester 1