Examines normal human structure and function based on a systems approach. The first of two consecutive courses, includes basic human cytology and histology, which serve as the foundation for the study of body systems. Covers the first of these systems, the circulatory. BHSC 2206 covers the remaining systems.

Deals with the basic properties of medically important microorganisms, the communicability of infection, host-parasite relationships, principles of infection control, methods of destruction and control of microorganisms, including the safe preparation of radiopharmaceuticals used for injection. Also deals with basic immunologic concepts including their related in-vitro applications.

This course will enable nuclear medicine students to communicate effectively with co-workers, patients, the public, and the wider medical profession. We will focus on writing skills, presentation skills, and teamwork. Students will learn methods of organizing information to ensure that communication is clear, concise, and suitable for the target audience. Students will learn to write effective email, incident reports and instructions. Students will conduct research on a topic relevant to the profession and then summarize their research in a short paper and oral presentation. Selected papers may be published on the BCAMRT website. Finally, students will develop a resume and cover letter and prepare for a job interview.

Emphasizes the integration of problem solving strategies with mathematical and calculator skills in the context of relevant nuclear medicine applications. Topics include unit conversions (Ci to Bq), ratio/proportion (radiation), logarithms, exponential growth and decay (physical, effective, biological half-lives, transmission of shielded radiation), graphing techniques (logarithmic), appropriate curve fitting (least squares), curve stripping, introduction to differential and integral calculus and first order differential equations (decay formulae) and an introduction to descriptive statistics including data presentation, observational and randomized-controlled studies, paired, retrospective and prospective studies. Prerequisite: Principles of MATH 12 C+.

Introduces the fundamental knowledge, skills and safety measures required for safe and effective practice in a radiopharmacy and nuclear medicine laboratory. Topics include an overview of radiopharmacy operations, radiopharmaceutical characteristics, WHMIS guidelines and safe handling of biohazardous materials, chemicals and radioactivity. Students will gain practical experience in basic radiopharmacy applications including elution of 99Mo/99mTc radionuclide generators, calculation, preparation, and dispensing of radiopharmaceutical doses, quality control procedures, venipuncture technique, and maintenance of records according to Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission regulations. Prerequisite: Program Admission.

Presents an overview of the many components that comprise Nuclear Medicine Technology and its role in the health care system. Students are introduced to communication, professional practice and ethical issues relevant to the profession. The course also includes a comprehensive study of medical terminology through a word-building approach using systematic construction with roots, prefixes and suffixes.

PHYS 1274 begins with a review of fundamental physics topics relevant to nuclear physics. The next unit introduces basic atomic structure, the nature and production of X-rays and their uses in medical imaging. The next unit describes the classification and properties of atomic nuclei including nuclide types and the information found on the chart of nuclides. As well, nuclear physics topics such as the nuclear forces, structure and decay, nuclear binding energy and the modes of radiation emission of nuclear decay are described qualitatively and quantitatively. The final unit describes the details of nuclear reactions and their importance in radionuclide production. There is a weekly lab component to the course. Note: Course content and hours allotted are subject to change.

Examines normal structure and function based on a systems approach. The second of two consecutive courses examining normal human structure and function. Covers the respiratory, digestive, skeletal, endocrine, nervous, and urinary systems. Prerequisites: BHSC 1106

Emphasizes statistical data treatment and decision making with illustrative nuclear medicine/health applications. Topics include data presentation, statistical aspects of research, concept of meta-analysis, modeling with probability distributions (Binomial, Poisson, Normal), Bayes Rule, receiver operating characteristic (ROC) analysis including both qualitative and quantitative data, statistical inference (estimation and hypothesis testing, p-values), regression and correlation. Applications include descriptive presentations, statistical quality control measures in laboratory work (CV, accuracy chi-squared test on scintillation spectrometer), predictive-value positive of tests, measurement error, using radioactive counts in estimation/testing, counting times and confidence banding. Prerequisites: MATH 1751

Examines the chemical, physical and biological characteristics of radiopharmaceuticals, the concepts of biological compartments and biorouting, and common clinical applications of radiopharmaceuticals for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Provides an introduction to non-radioactive drugs used for interventive nuclear medicine procedures. Students will practice radiopharmacy procedures in a simulated environment to gain experience in radiopharmaceutical dispensing, quality control procedures, radiation safety, inventory control, record keeping, radiopharmacy lab manager software applications, and laboratory techniques for non-imaging in vivo procedures. Prerequisites: NMED 1025

Involves familiarization with affiliated nuclear medicine departments of greater Vancouver hospitals, and a series of lectures given by technologists on the clinical applications of nuclear medicine techniques.

Provides a detailed study of ionizing radiation and its interaction with matter from the perspectives of safety and risk management. Radiation units and safety guidelines are discussed and analysed as they apply to the working environment. Emphasis is on the practical application of Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) regulations and recommended practices as they apply to nuclear medicine. Content also allows students to fulfil Transport Canada and CNSC requirements to obtain a Transportation of Dangerous Goods Certificate for Class 7 Radioactive Materials.

This course assists the student to understand the hospital environment and the health problems of the patient. The scheduling of content and classes is designed to complement the theory and skills required by the student in classes and practicum experiences offered through the Nuclear Medicine Department. This course is offered through the Bachelor of Technology Nursing Program.

The course builds on the basic nuclear physics theory covered in PHYS 1274 to study nuclear radiation interactions and detection. It begins with a description of radiation interactions with matter. Next, the foundation for understanding electronic instrumentation is made by covering topics in basic electricity and magnetism. Radiation detection instrumentation is then described in detail, including gas-filled, solid state and scintillation detectors and an introduction to gamma cameras. Prerequisites: PHYS 1274

Provides a clinical practicum in the nuclear medicine department of an affiliated hospital. Provides further development of the skills necessary to function safely and competently in a nuclear medicine lab. Delivers hands-on experience in all aspects of in-vitro and in- vivo procedures.

Introduces the basics of the psychological and social environment of health care organizations, with the aim of understanding how communication affects task activities.

Introduces the principles of pathophysiology, emphasizing the organ systems commonly investigated by nuclear medicine procedures. Also considers the major diseases encountered in contemporary nuclear medicine practice. Prerequisites: BHSC 2206

Instructs in all aspects of current applied physiology including criteria, methodology, instrumentation, patient problems and approach, data collection and manipulation. Prerequisites: NMED 2040

See NMED 2090. Prerequisites: NMED 2090

This course is a continuation of PHYS 2274. PHYS 3274 provides a detailed study of the physics of nuclear imaging with the scintillation gamma camera. The course begins with a review of the relevant radiation detection physics, planar imaging principles and the measures of image quality. The design and function of the gamma camera detector are presented, contrasted and related to detector performance. Gamma camera event processing, including uniformity correction, is also described. The next unit describes the measurement and testing of detector performance including intrinsic uniformity, spatial resolution and count rate performance. The final unit explains the principles and design features of collimators and their impact on system performance. Issues of camera quality control are explained and described. Many of the principles in this course will be practiced both in the NMED 3040 lab course and clinical work in the hospital. Prerequisites: PHYS 2274

Continues from BHSC 3306 and the introduction of the principles of pathophysiology. Emphasizes the organ systems commonly investigated by nuclear medicine procedures. Also considers the major diseases that are encountered in contemporary nuclear medicine practice. Prerequisites: BHSC 3306

Designed for students in medical radiation and imaging programs, this online course provides students with the knowledge and perspectives required for professional practice in the Canadian health system. The course examines the structure of the Canadian health system and legal aspects of health care delivery. It then examines issues associated with health care organizations and departments, such as managing and contributing to change, and appropriate use of resources in health care work environments.

Provides familiarity with methods and materials used to visually display the spatial distribution of radioactivity in nuclear imaging procedures. Covers in theory and practice the utilization of optical, photographic and computer visual displays.

Provides an in-depth study of nuclear medicine applications to assess the physiologic function of various body systems. Clinical procedures covered include Nuclear Cardiology, Respiratory, Renal, Endocrine and Central Nervous System Imaging. Other miscellaneous and new procedures will also be discussed. Emphasis is on integrating theoretical understanding with clinical experience to make informed decisions about procedural technique, modifications, patient considerations, interventive medications, risks, quantitative and qualitative image data collection, data manipulation and data reporting. Prerequisites: NMED 3040

See NMED 2090. Prerequisites: NMED 3080

This course is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of the physics and instrumentation of tomography in Nuclear Medicine. An overview of the principles of computed tomography leads to a study of image data acquisition and reconstruction. Students will examine the specific performance characteristics of single photon emission computed tomography (SPECT) systems, the effect of acquisition parameters on image quality, quantitative correction methods and quality assurance. Students will also examine the physical principles of positron emission tomography (PET) imaging and the specific performance characteristics of PET instrumentation, data acquisition and reconstruction, quantitative correction methods and quality assurance. Finally, X-ray transmission computed tomography (CT) principles, instrumentation, acquisition, reconstruction and quality control are investigated and related to the applications of CT in nuclear medicine. Prerequisites: PHYS 3274

See NMED 2090. Prerequisites: NMED 4080