Module Content

Module 1

• Sound theory and properties
• Wave concepts and properties
• Pulsed and continuous waves range equation
• Attenuation; decibel unit
• Acoustic impedance
• Reflection
• Scattering
• Refraction

Module 2

• Piezoelectricity, transducer construction and operation
• Soundbeams
• Spatial resolution
• Doppler

Module 3

• Components and function of imaging systems
• Image recording devices

Module 4

• Real-time equipment
• Artifacts
• Quality assurance testing
• Biological effects and safety