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Rensselaer Catalog 2009-2010 
    
Rensselaer Catalog 2009-2010 [Archived Catalog]

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BMED 2800 - Sensing and Imaging


An introduction to sensing and imaging methods using electromagnetic radiation, including hands-on experiments.  Topics include physical principles of sensing/imaging, instrumentation and data acquisition strategies and computational methods for image formation and sensing.  Emphasis is placed on imaging with visible light and near infrared spectrum, diffuse optical imaging and spectroscopy, x-ray imaging and computed tomography and radar.  Application areas include medicine and biology, security and surveillance, environmental and chemical sensing, and buried or hidden objects.

Prerequisites/Corequisites: Pre-requisites:  PHYS 1200, MATH 2400.

When Offered: Fall term alternate years.



Cross Listed: Cross-listed with ECSE 2800.

Credit Hours: 3



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