RAD3002 Medical imaging science: Computed tomography and digital image processing
Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
RAD3002 Medical imaging science: Computed tomography and digital image processing is a level 3, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences, offered in 2022 in Semester 1 at Clayton. It has no prerequisites.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2022
- Semester 1
- Clayton
- Assessment
- Exam 45%
- and 3 other tasks
This is the 2022 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before RAD3002
No prerequisites or corequisites besides the enrolment rules below.
After RAD3002
No unit lists RAD3002 as a prerequisite in the 2022 handbook.
Enrolment rules
Prerequisites: RAD2001, RAD2002 and RAD1022.
Co-requisite - Course: M2013 or M2017.
Overview
This unit is designed to provide students with the requisite knowledge and understanding of the scientific and technological principles associated with the practice underpinning Computed Tomography (CT) imaging.
It introduces students to the associated instrumentation and protocols, positioning methods and radiation protection principles related to CT.
The unit will build on digital image processing introduced in RAD2001. The unit will introduce students to the variety of uses of CT in the diagnostic and therapeutic health environment.
Students will develop skills in relation to image critique and analysis with a particular emphasis on the axial skeleton and musculoskeletal system, the thorax, abdomen and pelvis.
Offerings in 2022
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Clayton | On campus |
Assessment
- Invigilated online test (1 hour)Competency hurdle20%
- 4 x portfolio (500 words each)Competency hurdle20%
- PowerPoint presentation (10 minutes) and reflection (500 words)Competency hurdle15%
- End of semester exam (2 hours and 10 minutes)Competency hurdle45%
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Describe the scientific principles underpinning modern multi-slice computed tomographic scanners;
- 2
Articulate the technological characteristics and the relevant applications of multi-slice computed tomography medical imaging systems;
- 3
Apply a range of radiation protection measures applicable to CT in simulated situations;
- 4
Critically evaluate basic clinical scanning protocols, digital image processing techniques and equipment, image display and reconstruction routines used in CT
- 5
Describe and interpret positioning and methods employed in CT examinations of the head, chest, abdomen/pelvis, and spine.
- 6
Identify the key anatomical and pathological appearances in CT images of the head, chest, abdomen/pelvis and spine.
Workload and teaching
- Tutorials24 hours
- Workshops12 hours
- Teaching approachActive learning
6 hours of teacher-directed study per week, including 3 hours of pre- and post-class activities via Moodle and 3 hours of interactive scheduled class time (including tutorials and workshops).
6 hours of self-directed study per week.
For full details of the teaching approach to this unit, please refer to Moodle.
Learning resources
Required resources
See Moodle for details about required resources.
Contacts
- Unit Coordinators
- Ms Kristal Lee
- Chief Examiners
- Ms Kristal Lee
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for RAD3002?
RAD3002 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
When is RAD3002 offered?
In 2022, RAD3002 runs in Semester 1 at Clayton.
Does RAD3002 have an exam?
Yes. The exam is worth 45% of the final mark, alongside 3 other tasks.