RAD4502 Foundations of x-ray image interpretation
Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
RAD4502 Foundations of x-ray image interpretation is a level 4, 6-credit-point, postgraduate unit from the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences, offered in 2021 in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Clayton. It has no prerequisites and unlocks 3 units.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2021
- Semester 1, Semester 2
- Clayton
- Assessment
- Exam 75%
- and 1 other task
This is the 2021 handbook entry. See the 2025 entry.
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Requisites
Before RAD4502
No prerequisites or corequisites besides the enrolment rules below.
After RAD4502
3 units list RAD4502 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Enrolment rules
Corequisite: Must be enrolled in course:
- Master of Advanced Medical Imaging Practice (Course Code M60014), OR
- Master of Specialist Paramedic Practice (Course Code M6015), OR
- Master of Emergency Health (Course Code 3878).
Overview
The unit is designed for health professionals who seek to broaden their clinical knowledge and develop skills in the analysis of x-ray images. It will facilitate skill development through a focus upon the application of a methodical approach to image analysis and interpretation.
The unit will examine the psychophysics underpinning visual perception and the phenomenon of pattern recognition to reduce interpretation error.
It will enable students to distinguish between the appearances of normal anatomy, normal variants, the growing bone and the mature skeleton on x-ray images.
The unit will also address clinical decision-making processes, examine the role of x-ray imaging referrals in x-ray interpretation and methods used to communicate observations to the broader health care team.
Offerings in 2021
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Clayton | Online |
| Second semester | Clayton | Online |
Assessment
- Image analysis and recognition online examinations (2 x 60 minutes each) (3,000 words)Competency hurdle50%
- iSAP x-ray image interpretation case report (1,500 words)Competency hurdle25%
- End of semester online exam (Scenario-based short answer questions & MCQs) (90 minutes) (1500 words)Competency hurdle25%
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Apply a systematic approach to the evaluation of x-ray images.
- 2
Reduce interpretation errors through an understanding of the psychophysics of visual perception and the phenomenon of pattern recognition.
- 3
Distinguish between sensitivity, specificity, accuracy and interpretation error when evaluating x-ray images.
- 4
Identify normal radiographic anatomy and normal variants and apply this knowledge to x-ray images of the musculoskeletal system, chest and abdomen.
- 5
Critically evaluate the quality of x-ray images to ensure diagnostic accuracy.
- 6
Implement appropriate interprofessional communication strategies when determining x-ray findings.
Workload and teaching
Off-campus: 12 hours per week for 12 weeks.
Learning resources
Required resources
See Moodle for details about required resources.
Contacts
- Unit Coordinators
- Ms Imelda Williams
- Chief Examiners
- Ms Imelda Williams
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for RAD4502?
RAD4502 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
What can I take after RAD4502?
RAD4502 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 3 units, including RAD5108, RAD5109 and RAD5114.
When is RAD4502 offered?
In 2021, RAD4502 runs in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Clayton, with an online option.
Does RAD4502 have an exam?
Yes. The exam is worth 75% of the final mark, alongside 2 other tasks.