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Anode Technical Institute

Certificate

Nuclear Medicine & Molecular Imaging (PET/SPECT) Service Technician

A 12-credit certificate for imaging service technicians who support nuclear medicine departments. You start with system architecture and radiation safety, then service gamma camera detectors and SPECT gantries, followed by PET detectors, coincidence timing and PET/CT integration. The final course covers QC, dose calibrators and preventive maintenance. Coursework is vendor-neutral. It prepares you for industry practice and does not by itself grant any license or agency certification.

12 credits
3 terms
Free to study · $99 for the credential
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Outcomes

What you will be able to do

  1. 01Work safely around radioactive sources and imaging systems
  2. 02Calibrate and service gamma camera detectors and SPECT gantries
  3. 03Troubleshoot PET detectors and coincidence electronics
  4. 04Run QC and keep preventive maintenance records

Careers

Where graduates work

  • Nuclear medicine equipment service technician
  • Imaging service engineer
  • Biomedical equipment technician (imaging)

Curriculum

Term 1

3 credits
NMI 1013 cr

Nuclear Medicine Imaging Systems and Radiation Safety

This course provides technical service personnel with a foundational understanding of nuclear medicine imaging systems, including their architecture and operational principles. It also covers essential radiation safety practices, regulatory awareness, and ALARA principles crucial for working with these systems.

Term 2

6 credits
NMI 1053 cr

Gamma Camera Detectors and SPECT Service

This course provides essential knowledge and practical skills for servicing gamma camera detectors and Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography (SPECT) systems. Technicians will learn the operational principles, maintenance procedures, and calibration techniques vital for ensuring optimal system performance and diagnostic accuracy.

NMI 1103 cr

PET Detectors and Coincidence Electronics

This course provides an in-depth understanding of the fundamental principles and operational aspects of detection systems used in advanced medical imaging. Students will gain practical skills in coincidence timing, time-of-flight measurements, and the integration of these technologies.

Term 3

3 credits
NMI 1153 cr

Quality Control, Dose Calibrators and Preventive Maintenance

This course provides a comprehensive overview of quality control procedures for critical equipment, focusing on daily and weekly checks, phantom use, and dose calibrator performance. Students will learn the principles of preventative maintenance, record keeping, and troubleshooting common issues in technical settings.

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