RAD5506 Magnetic resonance imaging: Advanced imaging techniques
Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
RAD5506 Magnetic resonance imaging: Advanced imaging techniques is a level 5, 6-credit-point, postgraduate unit from the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences, offered in 2026 in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Clayton. It has no prerequisites.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2026
- Semester 1, Semester 2
- Clayton
- Assessment
- Exam 20%
- and 2 other tasks
This is the 2026 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before RAD5506
No prerequisites or corequisites besides the enrolment rules below.
After RAD5506
No unit lists RAD5506 as a prerequisite in the 2026 handbook.
Enrolment rules
Corequisite: RAD5503 (for M4019)
Prerequisite: RAD5503 (for M60014)
Overview
This unit extends knowledge of the basic physical principles and imaging methods of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to include the MRI imaging techniques associated with cardiac and cardiovascular imaging, diffusion, perfusion and susceptibility weighted imaging.
Clinical indications and the preparation of the patient including positioning methods for these advanced techniques will be addressed. Sequence adaptations required to conform to clinical presentation, along with modifications to equipment will be considered.
The unit will conclude with an examination of the application of quality assurance principles to advanced MR imaging.
Offerings in 2026
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Clayton | Online |
| Second semester | Clayton | Online |
Assessment
- Portfolio of 4 advanced case studies (1,000 words each)Written50%
- Video presentation (15 mins)Presentation30%
- Image analysis test (60 mins)Examination20%
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
Demonstrate safety in the MRI environment by applying advanced physical principles.
- 2
Explain the principles of advanced MRI techniques within the context of evidence-based practice.
- 3
Apply advanced cardiovascular techniques, protocols, and post-processing approaches for both clinical and research applications.
- 4
Assess and effectively communicate findings related to pathology from cardiovascular, perfusion, and diffusion studies.
- 5
Modify standard MRI scanning techniques and accurately differentiate between cardiac and vascular structures.
- 6
Identify ongoing professional development needs in MRI imaging.
Workload and teaching
On-line delivery - course designed only for post graduate students.
There will be video clips and video-conferences available throughout the course to assist in directing students. Discussion forums will be initiated to further direct student outcomes.
Learning resources
Required resources
See Moodle for details about required resources.
Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- Mrs Nabita Singh
- Unit Coordinators
- Mrs Nabita Singh
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for RAD5506?
RAD5506 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
When is RAD5506 offered?
In 2026, RAD5506 runs in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Clayton, with an online option.
Does RAD5506 have an exam?
Yes. The exam is worth 20% of the final mark, alongside 2 other tasks.