Abstract: With the development of small animal medical imaging technology, noninvasive imaging of small animal in vivo plays an increasingly important role in modern scientific research. This paper explores the necessity to set up teaching of small animal medical imaging technology in medical colleges. Through theoretical teaching, instrument demonstration and experimental operation, students can understand and master the knowledge and skills, which will be beneficial for their future work. In order to improve the teaching quality, the aim and significance of teaching, the content of theoretical courses, the development of experimental courses and the construction of teachers are discussed in this paper.

Key words: medical imaging,   molecular imaging,   small animal, teaching,   medical colleges