MR TiP Applications HQ Class Training
MR Basic Physics & Image Quality

The GE Healthcare MR Basic Physics & Image Quality training program is a theoretical course designed to provide the attendee with a working knowledge of MR Basic Physics & Image Quality. This is an introductory to intermediate program that focuses on the basic principles of MR image production. Instruction takes place in a classroom and participants will have an opportunity to discuss the MR theory that supports the decisions that they make at the scan console. This course does not provide “hands-on” scanning experience.

This course is a purchase option and is not system specific, but does use GE terminology. Customers who are new to MR Imaging, new to GE or have recently purchased or upgraded to a new GE system should consider attending this course in addition to the HQ program specific to their system.

Instruction will take place in a classroom environment. Course lectures have been designed to ensure a common knowledge base and to provide an overview of MR Basic Physics & Image Quality, nuclear alignment, precession, signal generation, spatial encoding, contrast weighting, spatial resolution, signal-to-noise ratio and scan time factors. In addition, participants will discuss the impact of pulse sequences and imaging options on image characteristics.

Course Length
3.5 days

Credit Hours
17.5 CE

• Nuclear structure
• Alignment & Precession
• Signal Generation
• Equipment & Safety
• Spatial Encoding
• Image Quality Characteristics
• Spin Echo Imaging
• Fast Spin Echo Imaging
• Inversion Recovery Imaging
• Gradient Echo Imaging
• Skill inventory and assessment

By the end of the program, technologists who attend the complete didactic segment will be able to use system features and perform basic to intermediate procedures as described in the Skill Inventory.

This program is designed for the experienced MR technologists who have at least three months of GE Signa HDx/HDxt system experience and a good working knowledge of MR physics. This methodology should be practiced to further enhance information sharing in your department, increase site productivity and elevate the standard of patient care in your facility.

This course has no prerequisite requirements.

Contact the TiP Applications Customer Class Registrar @1-800-682-5327, press 2, then 3