DIPLOMA IN MRI TECHNICIAN (2YEAR)

📘 Year 1 – Basic Sciences & MRI Foundations

1. Anatomy & Physiology

• General anatomy: cytology, histology, osteology
• Organ systems: detailed focus on skull, brain, spinal cord
• Pathology, pharmacology & microbiology basics

2. Physics & MRI Basics

• Fundamentals: electricity, magnetism, MRI physics
• Components of MRI scanner
• Safety, hygiene, basic life support (BLS/CPR)

3. Patient Care & Lab Skills

• Hand hygiene, cross-infection control
• Observation in clinical MRI settings

4. Soft Skills & IT

• Basic English, communication skills
• Computer applications for imaging

🏥 Year 2 – Advanced MRI Techniques & Clinical Practice

1. Advanced MRI Physics & Techniques

• Larmor equation, resonance, relaxation times (T₁, T₂, PD)
• Pulse sequences: Spin Echo, Fast SE, GRE, FLAIR, DWI, perfusion, spectroscopy, angiography, tractography
• Magnet types, image artifacts, gradient systems, machine safety & bio-effects

2. Positioning & Scanning Protocols

• MRI positioning for different body regions
• Protocol variations: musculoskeletal, neuro, abdomen, vascular, ENT

3. Contrast & Adverse Reactions

• Ionic/non‑ionic contrast agents, routes (IV/oral/etc.)
• Managing contrast reactions

4. Radiation Safety & Facility Management

• Radiation & magnetic safety, dose limits
• Quality assurance & regulatory standards
• Radiology department planning, radioactive material transport, emergency protocols

5. Clinical Practicals / Internship

• Hands‑on training in MRI scan suite
• Film/image processing, equipment operation, patient care
• Elective exposure: CT, USG, nuclear medicine, angiography