RAD3042 Medical imaging science and practice 2
Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
RAD3042 Medical imaging science and practice 2 is a level 3, 18-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences, offered in 2021 in Semester 2 at Clayton. It needs RAD3051 and RAD3061 and unlocks 1 unit.
- Credit points
- 18
- Offered in 2021
- Semester 2
- Clayton
- Assessment
- Exam 35%
- and 6 other tasks
This is the 2021 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before RAD3042
Prerequisites
Pass these before you enrol.
Corequisites
Pass these before, or take them in the same semester.
After RAD3042
1 unit list RAD3042 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Enrolment rules
Prerequisite: Levels 1 and 2 of BRadMedImag course
Overview
This 3rd year Unit expands upon the knowledge, skills and judgment acquired in year's one and two of the Course through more in-depth study of five themes that are relevant to radiographic practice.
Theme 1: Sonographic Practice and Science
Sonographic anatomy and pathology of abdominal organs and related structures. Scanning techniques including Doppler ultrasound for the sonographic visualisation of abdominal organs and related structures. Ultrasound artefacts and the bio-effects and bio-hazards of diagnostic ultrasound.
Theme 2: Radiographic Practice
Ongoing development in general radiography examinations and professional communication to the level of competent practice. The application and impact of ethics, registration and legal principles to radiographic practice.
Theme 3: Breast Imaging
The scientific principles of breast imaging, instrumentation, positioning methods and radiation protection. Principles of breast ultrasound and localisation techniques.
Theme 4: Research and Dosimetric Techniques
Scientific principles of radiation dosimetry. Calculating the biological effects of ionising radiation. Applications of dosimetry in radiographic practice. Handling quantitative and qualitative data. Using statistical analyses to understand the relevance of data handling and research to radiographic practice.
Theme 5: MRI Practice
Contraindications for MRI, emergency situations and screening methods. MRI imaging sequences and methods for MRI examinations of the upper abdomen, pelvis and breast.
Offerings in 2021
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Second semester | Clayton | On campus |
Assessment
- Ultrasound Physics and Methods theory examination (120 mins)Competency hurdle20%
- Mammography and dosimetry physics and methods theory examination (60 mins)Competency hurdle10%
- MRI methods theory examination (45 mins)Competency hurdle5%
- MRI methods iSAP (1,500 words)Competency hurdle10%
- Ultrasound skills assessment (20 mins)Competency hurdle5%
- Statistical analysis and reporting (60 mins)Competency hurdle10%
- Clinical learning portfolio (4000 words)Competency hurdle20%
- Clinical professionalism OSCE (60 mins)Competency hurdle10%
- Breast imaging and communication OSCE (10 mins)Competency hurdle10%
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Perform and evaluate correct patient preparation and sonographic imaging methods employed in examinations of the upper abdomen.
- 2
Identify and interpret normal structures, function and common pathological appearances in abdominal ultrasound images.
- 3
Evaluate the function, application and potential pitfalls of ultrasound instrumentation used in abdominal ultrasound scanning.
- 4
Analyse clinical best practice with respect to the safe operation of MRI imaging systems and patient preparation with respect to MRI.
- 5
Justify the appropriate introductory MRI imaging sequences for given clinical indications across key body areas.
- 6
Appraise advanced radiographic techniques and radiation protection strategies in professional practice.
- 7
Analyse the biological effects of ultrasound and ionising radiation, radio-sensitivity of specific organ systems and describe the relevant theories of radiation damage and repair mechanisms.
- 8
Evaluate data collection methodologies, perform basic statistical analyses, report on accuracy and precision of outcomes using p-value, t-tests, Pearson correlations and other appropriate quantifiers.
- 9
Evaluate advances in instrumentation, quality assurance techniques, relevant protocols and methods employed in breast imaging including medical ultrasound.
- 10
Apply the concepts of Monte-Carlo calculations, depth-dose curves, interaction cross-sections, tissue conversion tables and beam quality parameterisations to perform numerical dose calculations for a variety of radiographic imaging protocols.
- 11
Evaluate mammographic technique and the psycho-social elements of breast imaging. Correlate each of these elements to comprehend best practice mammography.
- 12
Identify personal learning goals with patient-focussed clinical decision making in general radiography including contrast, trauma, fluoroscopic, paediatric and mobile imaging with various patients, encompassing the broader healthcare team.
- 13
Perform general radiographic examinations of adult patients at the level of competent student radiographer.
- 14
Perform general radiographic examinations of paediatric and complex adult patients at the level of advanced beginner student radiographer.
Workload and teaching
- Practical activities6 hours
- Applied sessions200 hours
- Workshops146 hours
- Teaching approachActive learning
Per week (averaged over a 12 week Semester): 1 hour lab, 1 hour clinical (equivalent), 13 hours workshop, 3 hours pre-class activities. Students are expected to undertake one hour of additional self directed learning activities for each contact hour.
See the Unit Schedule in this Unit Guide for details. The modules and topics will be available as Moodle books with supplementary material containing pre-class, in-class and post-class activities.
Learning resources
Required resources
See Moodle for details about required resources.
Contacts
- Unit Coordinators
- Dr Matthew Dimmock
- Ms Kristal Lee
- Chief Examiners
- Ms Kristal Lee
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for RAD3042?
You need RAD3051 and RAD3061 before you enrol; and RAD3092 before or alongside it. Enrolment rules also apply.
What can I take after RAD3042?
RAD3042 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 1 unit, including RAD3092.
When is RAD3042 offered?
In 2021, RAD3042 runs in Semester 2 at Clayton.
Does RAD3042 have an exam?
Yes. The exam is worth 35% of the final mark, alongside 8 other tasks.