Advanced Troubleshooting and Board-Level Diagnostics
Building upon foundational knowledge, CTM 190 delves into the intricacies of diagnosing and repairing advanced medical imaging systems at the board level. Students will master the art of reading complex schematics, performing precise signal tracing, and systematically isolating faults within power supplies, control boards, and sensor networks across CT, MRI, and fluoroscopy equipment. The curriculum emphasizes critical thinking for repair versus replacement decisions, practical hands-on labs, and meticulous service documentation. Through a blend of theoretical instruction and intensive practical application, technicians will develop the expertise required to tackle challenging diagnostic scenarios and ensure optimal system performance and safety.
InstructorJacob CalhounCourse outline
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Syllabus
["Week 1: Lesson 1: Advanced Schematic Interpretation and System Architecture","Week 2: Lesson 2: Signal Tracing Techniques and Diagnostic Tool Utilization","Week 3: Lesson 3: Advanced Power Supply Diagnostics and Protection Circuits","Week 4: Hands-on Lab: Power Supply Fault Isolation and Component Testing","Week 5: Lesson 5: Control Board Topologies and Communication Protocols","Week 6: Lesson 6: Sensor Technologies, Calibration, and Troubleshooting","Week 7: Lesson 7: High Voltage System Diagnostics (CT & Fluoroscopy Specific)","Week 8: Hands-on Lab: Control Board & Sensor Diagnostics & Midterm Review","Week 9: Lesson 9: Advanced MRI Subsystem Diagnostics (RF, Gradient, Shim)","Week 10: Lesson 10: Digital Imaging Chain Troubleshooting and Data Integrity","Week 11: Hands-on Lab: Advanced System Fault Simulation and Repair Strategy","Week 12: Lesson 12: Systematic Fault Isolation Methodologies and Decision Trees","Week 13: Lesson 13: Service Documentation, Reporting, and Regulatory Compliance","Week 14: Capstone Service Project: Comprehensive System Fault Diagnosis and Repair"]