RTP5104 Advanced imaging for radiation therapy
Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
RTP5104 Advanced imaging for radiation therapy is a level 5, 12-credit-point, postgraduate unit from the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences, offered in 2023 in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Clayton. It has no prerequisites and unlocks 1 unit.
- Credit points
- 12
- Offered in 2023
- Semester 1, Semester 2
- Clayton
- Assessment
- No exam
- 4 tasks
This is the 2023 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before RTP5104
No prerequisites or corequisites besides the enrolment rules below.
After RTP5104
1 unit list RTP5104 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Enrolment rules
Corequisite: Must be enrolled in a Postgraduate degree
Overview
This elective unit has been specifically designed to extend your knowledge and understanding of the principles, and the application of imaging techniques in radiation therapy to your clinical practice. In particular, the technology and techniques that underpin image-guided radiation therapy (IGRT) will be studied with reference to its application in the clinical setting. Current knowledge and skills regarding cross-sectional imaging anatomy will be enhanced, with robust appraisal of IGRT practice to support quality improvements in the ongoing care of patients. Further, students who undertake this unit will explore and develop on their prior knowledge of contemporary IGRT using research-based evidence in a collegial manner with their peers.
Offerings in 2023
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Clayton | Online |
| Second semester | Clayton | Online |
Assessment
- Image-Guided Radiation Therapy Critical Evaluation (2,000 words)15%
- Image-Guided Radiation Therapy Portfolio (4,000 words)35%
- Rapid Systematic Review (3,ooo words)40%
- Oral Presentation (15 miniute live presentation)10%
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Evaluate the imaging techniques and equipment used in radiation therapy.
- 2
Critically analyse image registration techniques reflecting on their application to clinical practice.
- 3
Critically analyse the quality assurance of image-guided radiation therapy techniques reflecting on their application to clinical practice.
- 4
Evaluate contemporary image-guided radiation therapy clinical practices through peer debate.
- 5
Demonstrate your professional growth and reflect on your learning needs in relation to image-guided radiation therapy practices.
- 6
Create a portfolio demonstrating extended image-guided radiation therapy and cross-sectional anatomy practice capabilities for the clinical environment.
- 7
Produce evidence of advanced research informed critical thinking in relation to image-guided radiation therapy.
- 8
Systematically appraise the current literature evidence of image-guided radiation therapy processes.
Workload and teaching
- Tutorials12 hours
Off-campus: 12 hours per week of direct engagement in the learning materials and 11 hours of self - directed study for 12 weeks. 1 hour per week online support sessions.
Learning resources
Required resources
See Moodle for details about required resources.
Contacts
- Unit Coordinators
- John Ryan
- Chief Examiners
- John Ryan
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for RTP5104?
RTP5104 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
What can I take after RTP5104?
RTP5104 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 1 unit, including RTP5106.
When is RTP5104 offered?
In 2023, RTP5104 runs in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Clayton, with an online option.
Does RTP5104 have an exam?
No. RTP5104 has 4 assessment tasks and no exam.