Module manager: Dr Stephen Kengyelics
Email: s.m.kengyelics@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) View Timetable
Year running 2026/27
As per entry to programmes where this module is optional. For all students, prior attendance of MEDP3531 Medical X-ray Imaging is compulsory.
| MEDP3531 | Medical X-ray imaging |
| MEDP5332M | X-ray Computed Tomography |
This module is not approved as an Elective
This module will provide a detailed understanding of the physical principles of medical X-ray computed tomography and give an appreciation of its role in patient diagnosis and treatment.
This module aims to provide sufficient knowledge to be able to understand the principles of modern computed X-ray imaging systems and how they are used in clinical practice. The learning activities are designed to provide an understanding of how computed tomography images are formed and reconstructed at a fundamental level.
On successful completion of the module students will be able to:
1. Explain the physical principles under-pinning modern computed tomography
2. Evaluate the most important technologies currently utilised in computed tomography, and demonstrate an understanding of the complimentary roles computed tomography plays alongside other medical imaging modalities in medical diagnosis
3. Differentiate the various designs of current computed tomography imaging equipment and techniques employed.
4. Describe the chain of physical and technical processes contributing to the successful formation, acquisition, processing and display of computed tomography images
5. Identify relevant physical characteristics of computed tomography images
6. Explain the fundamental trade-off between image quality and radiation dose to the patient
On successful completion of the module students will have developed the following digital and technical skills:
Identify the major components of a medical X-ray computed tomography (CT) imaging system.
Distinguish between variants of CT scanners
Identify different types of CT images and describe their use in clinical practice
Principles of computed tomography
Computed tomography scanner design
Radiation dose in CT
Patient positioning and scan configuration
Image reconstruction
Image display and visualisation techniques
| Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lecture | 14 | 1 | 14 |
| Practical | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Tutorial | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Independent online learning hours | 20 | ||
| Private study hours | 60 | ||
| Total Contact hours | 20 | ||
| Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 100 | ||
Each lecture is accompanied by several formative questions (and answers) which students can use to gauge progress, as shown in the listed coursework above. In addition, the computer sessions, and tutorials also provide opportunity for feedback and monitoring of student progress.
| Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Self/Peer Assessment | Self-assessment questions provided to students, followed by example answers | 0 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 0 | |
The above formative assessments are provided after each lecture and between them all cover all LOs, SLOs, to help the students prepare for the summative exam.
| Exam type | Exam duration | % of formal assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Unseen exam | 2.0 Hrs 0 Mins | 100 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Exams) | 100 | |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
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Last updated: 22/05/2026
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