Medical Imaging Techniques

Qualification Awarded

Associate degree in Medical Imaging Techniques

Level of Qualification

Short Cycle (Associate's Degree)

Recognition of Prior Learning

Lateral or vertical transfer student admission is carried out basing on the "The Transfer Regulations for Associate and Undergraduate Degrees, Double Majors, Sub-specialties and Credit Transfer Regulations among Institutions". The prior learning of transfer students is recognized as per the relevant regulations of Council of Higher Education and under the coordination of the Adaptation Committee.

Kocaeli University guarantees in advance that all credits gained and courses received by an Erasmus student after the mobility abroad will be fully recognized and transferred into Kocaeli University system and upon arrival with the approval of the authorities and the student. While preparing the" Erasmus Credit Transfer and Grade Equivalency Table" the ECTS grades are transmitted to Kocaeli University grading system.

Turkish higher education institutions are in the start-up phase about the recognition of non-formal and informal education. However; computer and foreign language skills that students improve on their own, are evaluated through exemption examinations by the university. Students who prove to be proficient in such exams are exempted from related course(s).

Program Competencies

• Professionally evaluate and apply the knowledge gained from basic level theoretical and applied courses supported by textbooks, lecture notes, application tools and other resources containing current information in the field of Medical Imaging Techniques program.
• Knows medical imaging methods and the physical principles of these methods.
• Can adjust the examination parameters of imaging devices in accordance with the patient's clinical information, under the supervision of a physician or independently.
• Have the ability to carry out the diagnosis and treatment processes deemed necessary by the physician independently or accompanied by a physician when necessary, by using the relevant tools, devices and techniques in the radiology and nuclear medicine units within health institutions.
• Knows radiation safety and protection from radiation. Have the knowledge and skills to protect himself, patients and society from radiation with protective measures.
• Knows the medical and technical terminology necessary for the effective use of devices used in the field of diagnosis and treatment.
• Have the necessary radiological anatomy knowledge for the effective use of devices used in the field of diagnosis and treatment.
• Knows how to prepare an environment that will ensure that individuals receiving diagnosis and treatment services receive services that respect their personal rights.
• Knows the physiological, physical and chemical interactions and mechanisms in the process of creating radiological images.
• Have the ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, patients, relatives, physicians and other healthcare professionals.
• Has the responsibility of acting in accordance with social, scientific, cultural and ethical values ??in the stages of collecting, interpreting, applying and announcing the results of data related to the field of Medical Imaging Techniques.
• Have sufficient awareness about environmental protection, occupational health and safety, public health and healthy living.

Key Competencies

• The ability to transmit knowledge and opinions verbally and in the written form
• The ability to evaluate knowledge and skills critically
• The ability to work independently and to take responsibilities
• Being inclined to work collaboratively
• The ability to learn and manage to learn
• The ability to use digital literacy skills
• The ability to use a foreign language at the level of professional communication
• The ability to adopt and obey the rules of scientific etiquette
• The ability to take initiative and make attempts in order to turn thoughts into action
• The ability to use the knowledge and skill of scientific research
• The ability to manage and direct work
• The ability to care for social and cultural values
• The ability to use multiple perspectives on different topics
• Mathemetical ability and the ability to use science and technology
• The ability to self-express in the fields that could contribute to personal development (i.e. art, sports, etc.)

EQF/NQF-HETR Relation

Course Structure Diagram with Credits

Examination Regulations, Assessment and Grading

Programme Director or Equivalent

Head of Department: Assistant Prof. Dr. Serap ARSAL YILDIRIM