A hospital’s X-ray suite only earns the trust of clinicians when its images are sharp, its radiation output is controlled, and its uptime is dependable. The X-ray Systems Servicing Skills Training Course, delivered by the Arab British Fellowship Training Academy, was built around that expectation, preparing technicians to keep radiography equipment safe, accurate, and ready for the next patient.

Across a series of hands-on modules, participants move from understanding how an X-ray tube, generator, and detector work together, to diagnosing the faults that degrade image quality, to carrying out repairs and calibration that meet regulatory expectations. The result is a technician who can walk into an imaging department and keep it running with confidence.

Who Should Attend?

• Biomedical technicians and engineers specialising in diagnostic imaging equipment.
• Healthcare staff who want to strengthen their X-ray maintenance and repair skills.
• Hospital and clinic personnel responsible for overseeing imaging equipment.
• Anyone building a career path in medical imaging system repair.

Knowledge and Benefits:

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

• Explain how X-ray systems generate images and where their critical components sit.
• Diagnose electrical, mechanical, and image-quality faults using a structured approach.
• Perform routine maintenance, calibration, and post-repair testing on X-ray machines.
• Apply radiation safety protocols and protective measures correctly.
• Meet the regulatory and quality control standards that govern imaging equipment.

Module 1: Why X-ray Reliability Matters for Diagnosis and Safety

• The role of X-ray systems in modern diagnostic pathways.
• Understanding radiation exposure risks and why safety comes first.
• Shielding techniques and protective equipment for technicians and patients.

Module 2: X-ray System Fundamentals

• Basic principles behind X-ray image generation.
• The tube, generator, control console, and detector, and how they work together.
• Common faults associated with each core component.

Module 3: Electrical Power and Control Systems

• Power and voltage requirements of X-ray machines.
• Diagnosing electrical faults using meters and diagnostic tools.
• Troubleshooting control console malfunctions.

Module 4: Mechanical Alignment and Structural Components

• Mechanical parts such as motors, gears, and rails, and why alignment matters.
• Techniques for aligning the tube and detector accurately.
• Preventive checks that keep mechanical components functioning correctly.

Module 5: Image Quality Diagnostics

• Common causes of poor image clarity and contrast.
• A step-by-step approach to troubleshooting image quality problems.
• Calibration and adjustments that restore high-quality imaging.

Module 6: Preventive Maintenance and Inspection Routines

• Building a preventive maintenance schedule for X-ray systems.
• Visual inspection procedures for critical components.
• Documenting and reporting maintenance activity.

Module 7: Fault Diagnosis and Repair Techniques

• Identifying signs of malfunction across tubes, generators, and detectors.
• Repair and replacement techniques for faulty components.
• Using diagnostic software and service manuals to guide complex repairs.

Module 8: Calibration and Post-Repair Verification

• Types of calibration tests required for X-ray equipment.
• Performing calibration accurately and consistently.
• Post-repair testing to confirm compliance and functionality.

Module 9: Regulatory Compliance and Long-Term Service Strategy

• Key regulatory bodies and compliance standards for X-ray equipment.
• Quality control procedures within imaging departments.
• Advanced, long-term maintenance planning to extend equipment lifespan.