The elective course "Radiological Techniques" will provide medical lab technology students with an in-depth understanding of the role, principles, techniques, and applications of radiology. The course begins with an overview of the fundamentals of radiology and the principles of radiation physics. It then progresses to cover more advanced radiological techniques such as CT, MRI, Ultrasound, PET, and Mammography, and the interpretation of radiological images. The final part of the course will focus on specialized topics including interventional radiology and nuclear medicine. Through the course, students will be encouraged to analyze various case studies to enhance their understanding of practical applications of radiology. Created by: Mr. Attuluri Vamsi Kumar, Assistant Professor, Department of MLT, UIAHS, Chandigarh University, Mohali, Punjab. For more details website: https://www.mltmaster.com

1. B.Sc. MLT Syllabus
Attuluri Vamsi Kumar I Assistant professor I Dept of MLT I Ph No: 7416660584 I Website: mltmaster.com
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Program Name: B.Sc. Medical Lab Technology
Syllabus of Program Elective course - II (Radiology techniques)
Course Name: Program Elective course - II (Radiology techniques) Course Type
Course Coordinator: Attuluri Vamsi Kumar – B.Sc. MLT, M.Sc. MLT, PhD (Perusing)
Designation: Assistant Professor
Department: Department of Medical Lab Technology (MLT)
Program
Elective
PRE-REQUISITE Program Elective -I Sem: 4 S. No: 30
About Vamsi: I am academician in Medical Laboratory Sciences with a strong desire to improve Outcome
based education (OBE) structured MLT education. I am constantly focusing on building an academic
atmosphere that is set high standards with strong multi blended teaching pedagogy models.
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A. COURSE DESCRIPTION
The elective course "Radiological Techniques" will provide medical lab technology students
with an in-depth understanding of the role, principles, techniques, and applications of
radiology. The course begins with an overview of the fundamentals of radiology and the
principles of radiation physics. It then progresses to cover more advanced radiological
techniques such as CT, MRI, Ultrasound, PET, and Mammography, and the interpretation of
radiological images. The final part of the course will focus on specialized topics including
interventional radiology and nuclear medicine. Through the course, students will be
encouraged to analyze various case studies to enhance their understanding of practical
applications of radiology.
B. COURSE OBJECTIVES:
1. Remember and recall fundamental concepts and theories related to radiology and radiation physics.
2. Understand the working principles of various radiological techniques like CT, MRI, Ultrasound,
PET, and Mammography.
3. Apply the knowledge of radiological signs and pathology to interpret radiological images.
4. Analyze the role of interventional radiology and nuclear medicine in disease diagnosis and
treatment.
5. Evaluate case studies to understand the practical application and impact of radiological techniques
in medical lab technology.
C. COURSE OUTCOMES
CO
No
Statement Performance
Indicator
Level of
Learning
(Highest BT
Level)
Target
Attainment
CO1 Recall the fundamental concepts, theories, and
historical developments in radiology and radiation
physics.
PI 6 Knowledge (K1) 70%

2. B.Sc. MLT Syllabus
Attuluri Vamsi Kumar I Assistant professor I Dept of MLT I Ph No: 7416660584 I Website: mltmaster.com
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CO2 Understand the working mechanisms, applications,
and limitations of various radiological techniques
such as CT, MRI, Ultrasound, PET, and
Mammography.
PI 2.1, PI 2.5,
PI 7, PI 8
Comprehension
(K2)
70%
CO3 Apply knowledge of radiological signs and
pathology for interpreting and reporting radiological
results.
PI 2.8, PI 3 Application
(K3)
70%
CO4 Analyze the role and applications of interventional
radiology and nuclear medicine in disease diagnosis
and treatment.
PI 2.8, PI 3, PI
6
Analysis (K4) 70%
CO5 Combine knowledge from various radiological
techniques to devise optimal diagnostic or
therapeutic strategies.
PI 2, PI 2.9, PI
4, PI 6
Synthesis (K5) 70%
CO6 Critically evaluate case studies and research
findings to make informed decisions in clinical
practice involving radiological techniques.
PI 1, PI 9, PI
10
Evaluation (K6) 70%
D. SYLLABUS
Unit-1 Introduction to Radiological Techniques and Basic Physics Contact Hours:15
Chapter 1.1 The Fundamentals of Radiology- Introduction to Radiology, History of Radiology, Role and
Scope of Radiological Techniques in Medical Lab Technology, Safety Guidelines in Radiology
Chapter 1.2 Principles of Radiation Physics- Basic Concepts of Physics Related to Radiation, Interaction
of Radiation with Matter, Units of Radiation Measurement, Radiation Detection and
Measurement
Experiment 1 /
Case study
Case study: Case Study on X-Ray Discovery and its Impact on Modern Medicine
Experiment 2 /
Case study
Case study: Case Study on Radiation Safety Measures in a Clinical Laboratory Setting
Experiment 3 /
Case study
Case study: Case Study on Radiation Exposure Measurement Techniques
Unit-2 Advanced Radiological Techniques and Interpretation Contact Hours:15
Chapter 2.1 Advanced Radiological Techniques - 30
Chapter 2.2 Reading and Interpretation of Radiological Images- Introduction to Radiological Anatomy,
Radiological Signs, Introduction to Radiological Pathology, Reporting and Documenting
Radiological Results
Experiment 4 /
Case study
Case study: Case Study on the Evolution of CT and its Clinical Applications
Experiment 5 /
Case study
Case study: Case Study on MRI vs. CT in Diagnosing Brain Abnormalities
Experiment 6 /
Case study
Case study: Case Study on the Role of Ultrasound Imaging in Prenatal Care
Experiment 7 /
Case study
Case study: Case Study on Mammography Screening Programs and their Impact on Breast
Cancer Detection
Unit-3 Special Topics in Radiological Techniques Contact Hours:15
Chapter 3.1 Interventional Radiology- Introduction to Interventional Radiology, Techniques and
Procedures, Applications in Disease Diagnosis and Treatment, Advancements and Innovations
in Interventional Radiology
Chapter 3.2 Nuclear Medicine and Radiopharmaceuticals- Introduction to Nuclear Medicine,
Radioactive Decay, Radiopharmaceuticals in Diagnostics and Therapy, Radiation Safety in
Nuclear Medicine
Experiment 8 /
Case study
Case study: Case Study on the Use of Interventional Radiology in Treating Vascular Diseases
Experiment 9 / Case study: Case Study on the Role of Radiopharmaceuticals in Thyroid Disorders

3. B.Sc. MLT Syllabus
Attuluri Vamsi Kumar I Assistant professor I Dept of MLT I Ph No: 7416660584 I Website: mltmaster.com
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Case study
Experiment 10 /
Case study
Case study: Case Study on the Advancements in Nuclear Medicine Techniques in Cancer
Diagnosis and Treatment
Self-study topics for Advance learners: Advanced Imaging Modalities: This can include deep
dives into SPECT (Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography), DEXA (Dual Energy X-ray
Absorptiometry), Optical Imaging, and other cutting-edge techniques.,Radiogenomics: The study of
how genetic variations influence response to radiation therapy. This can help in understanding
personalized medicine., Radiomics: This involves the extraction of a large number of features from
radiographic medical images using data-characterization algorithms.,Interventional Radiology
Procedures: More complex procedures such as radiofrequency ablation, cryoablation, or embolization
procedures could be covered., Advanced MRI Techniques: Including Functional MRI (fMRI),
Diffusion Tensor Imaging (DTI), Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy (MRS), and others.,AI and
Machine Learning in Radiology: How machine learning algorithms can be used to improve image
analysis, diagnosis, and treatment planning., Radiation Safety and Dosimetry: Advanced learners could
explore more about the principles of radiation protection, radiation dose measurement, and health
physics.
E. TEXT BOOKS/REFERENCE BOOKS
TEXT BOOKS
T1 Radiology 101: The Basics & Fundamentals of Imaging by Erkonen WE, Smith WL
T2 Essentials of Radiology by Fred A. Mettler Jr.
T3 Clark's Positioning in Radiography by A. Stewart Whitley, Gail Jefferson, Ken Holmes,
Charles Sloane
REFERENCE BOOKS
R1 Grainger & Allison's Diagnostic Radiology: A Textbook of Medical Imaging by Adam, A.
Dixon, A.
R2 Diagnostic Imaging: Nuclear Medicine by Kauffman, Paige A. Mittler, Bernard
R3 Introduction to Radiologic and Imaging Sciences and Patient Care by La Verne Tolley
Gurley, William J. Callaway

4. B.Sc. MLT Syllabus
Attuluri Vamsi Kumar I Assistant professor I Dept of MLT I Ph No: 7416660584 I Website: mltmaster.com
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Code Performance Indicators
PI 1 Demonstrate professional interpersonal, oral, and written communications skills sufficient to
serve the needs of patients and the public including an awareness of how diversity may affect
the communication process.
PI 2 Perform pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical processes:
PI 2.1 Demonstrate ability to understand investigation/test requisition.
PI 2.2 Collecting the relevant clinical samples along with complete and accurate documentation with
proper safety measures in relation to sample accountability.
PI 2.3 To transport the samples with precautionary measures to the relevant lab section.
PI 2.4 Demonstrate the ability to prepare clinical sample for processing
PI 2.5 To demonstrate the knowledge of accurate sample processing for the required lab
investigation. Perform routine clinical laboratory tests in clinical chemistry,
haematology/haemostasis, immunology, immunohematology, microbiology, Histopathology,
Cytopathology, body fluid analysis, and laboratory operations.
PI 2.6 Perform mathematical calculations related to all areas of the clinical laboratory
PI 2.7 Ability to record the test results/data.
PI 2.8 To demonstrate the ability to interpret the test reports and its documentation in lab records.
PI 2.9 Demonstrate ability to release the report to the right person in minimum turn-around time
(TAT).
PI 3 Perform problem solving and troubleshooting techniques for laboratory methodologies
Correlate laboratory test results with patient diagnosis and treatment.
PI 4 To follow basic quality assessment protocol of clinical laboratory.
PI 5 Demonstrate routine laboratory techniques sufficient to orient new employees within the
clinical laboratory.
PI 6 Apply basic scientific principles in learning new techniques/procedures; demonstrate
application of principles and methodologies.
PI 7 Utilize computer technology applications to interact with computerized instruments and
laboratory information systems.
PI 8 Demonstrate adequate knowledge of computer software as it applies to document production,
spreadsheets, and presentations.
PI 9 Demonstrate professional behaviour with co-team mates.
PI 10 Demonstrate sensitivity and compassion towards patients.