Work-based content
Competencies
| # | Learning outcome | Competency | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| # 1 | Learning outcome 1,3 |
Competency
Safely operate an MR system to obtain a selection of images using different MR pulse sequences and test objects in order to obtain images demonstrating the main characteristics of the sequence |
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| # 2 | Learning outcome 1,2 |
Competency
Optimise imaging protocols for specified clinical applications |
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| # 3 | Learning outcome 4 |
Competency
Use image analysis software to obtain quantitative results from appropriate images, eg measure T2 |
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| # 4 | Learning outcome 5 |
Competency
Summarise the principles and applications of a range of advanced/specialist MR examinations, including patient set up and coil selection |
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| # 5 | Learning outcome 2,5 |
Competency
Explain the cause and effect of artefacts and equipment performance limitations on the interpretation of clinical images |
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Assessments
You must complete:
- 2 case-based discussion(s)
- 1 of the following DOPS/ OCEs:
| Measure head and body coil SNR | DOPS |
| Investigate 2D and 3D slice profiles | DOPS |
| Check geometric accuracy | DOPS |
| Check body coil uniformity | DOPS |
| Check spatial resolution | DOPS |
| Use gaussmeter to measure 3mT and 0.5mT contours | DOPS |
| Use a sound level meter to measure the acoustic noise of a range of pulse sequences | DOPS |
| Perform a patient/volunteer safety screening | OCE |
| Setup a volunteer for cardiac gating | OCE |
| Set up a subject for a research study | OCE |
| Investigate a fault/image quality issue by questioning the operator | OCE |
| Scan a normal volunteer | OCE |
| Explain sequence or technique principles to another healthcare professional. | OCE |
Learning outcomes
- Explain the principles of the major pulse sequences in clinical use
- Optimise a range of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) protocols
- Safely and effectively use MRI equipment to obtain images from test objects
- Use image analysis software to extract quantitative information from MR images/spectra
- Appraise the key issues for a range of advanced/specialist MR examinations in use at the training centre