RAD2092 Radiologic biology 4 and sectional anatomy
Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
RAD2092 Radiologic biology 4 and sectional anatomy is a level 2, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences, offered in 2026 in Semester 2 at Clayton. It has no prerequisites and unlocks 1 unit.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2026
- Semester 2
- Clayton
- Assessment
- Exam 70%
- and 2 other tasks
This is the 2026 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before RAD2092
Corequisites
Pass these before, or take them in the same semester.
After RAD2092
1 unit list RAD2092 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Enrolment rules
Prerequisite: RAD2051, RAD2061 and must have passed 48 credit points of level 1 units from the Department of Medical Imagining and Radiation Sciences.
Overview
This unit includes the study of the structure and function of the skull, brain and surrounding structures. You will investigate cranial nerves and anatomy & physiology associated with vision. You will analyse a range of pathologies in relation to the structure and function of the brain and surrounding structures.
The anatomical representation and relationships of the head & neck, thorax, abdomen & pelvis and the appendicular skeleton are identified in multiple planes.
You will enhance your knowledge of cross-sectional radiographic anatomy through computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance (MR) and digital subtraction angiographic (DSA).
This unit underpins your studies of advanced imaging in year three of the course.
Offerings in 2026
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Second semester | Clayton | On campus |
Assessment
- Final exam (2 hours and 10 minutes)ExaminationCompetency hurdle45%
- Mid-semester test (1.5 hours)Examination25%
- Case study - team assignment (8-10 mins presentation and 1,000 word submission)Presentation15%
- Radiographic cross-sectional anatomy – team assignment in two parts (Part A and Part B)ExerciseCompetency hurdle15%
Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Identify and describe the anatomy of the skull;
- 2
Identify and describe regions of the brain and surrounding structures;
- 3
Correlate the regions of the brain and surrounding structures with specific functions;
- 4
Analyse a range of pathologies in relation to the structure and function of the brain and surrounding structures;
- 5
Identify and describe the radiographic anatomy of the head, neck, thorax, abdomen, pelvis and the appendicular skeleton on CT, MR and DSA images;
- 6
Distinguish and compare normal and abnormal anatomy of the brain and surrounding structures on CT, MR and DSA images.
Workload and teaching
- Assessments-
- Practical activities4 hours
- Tutorials42 hours
- Lectures28 hours
This unit has equivalent of 6 hours of directed study per week (averaged over 12 week Semester). This includes a mix of teaching and learning activities such as lectures, tutorials, and practical activities.
There is an equivalent expectation for self-directed study of 6 hours per week.
Learning resources
Required resources
See Moodle for details about required resources.
Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- Dr Imelda Williams
- Unit Coordinators
- Dr Imelda Williams
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for RAD2092?
None, but you must take RAD2012 before or alongside it.
What can I take after RAD2092?
RAD2092 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 1 unit, including RAD2012.
When is RAD2092 offered?
In 2026, RAD2092 runs in Semester 2 at Clayton.
Does RAD2092 have an exam?
Yes. The exam is worth 70% of the final mark, alongside 3 other tasks.