Computed Tomography (10013.4)

This unit introduces and develops the students' understanding of the physical principles and instrumentation of computed tomography (CT). CT dosimetry, image quality, quality assurance and relevant regulation are included. This unit also covers the clinical applications with an emphasis on the clinical indications and the CT examinations technique and imaging protocols together with the anatomy and pathology demonstrated and overall patient management.

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:
1. Review and evaluate the physical principles of and instrumentation used in CT as related to CT examinations and their imaging parameters;
2. Analyse image quality in CT procedures and its impact on visualising anatomy and common pathology;
3. Evaluate the design of CT protocols and appropriate technique modifications as needed in CT examinations based on patients' clinical indications; and
4. Consolidate an understanding of the radiation safety and radiation dose considerations encountered CT and compare and contrast this with other ionising radiation medical examinations.

Graduate attributes

1. UC graduates are professional - employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills
1. UC graduates are professional - display initiative and drive, and use their organisation skills to plan and manage their workload
1. UC graduates are professional - use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems
2. UC graduates are global citizens - make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives
2. UC graduates are global citizens - think globally about issues in their profession
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - evaluate and adopt new technology
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development
4. UC graduates are able to demonstrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ways of knowing, being and doing - apply their knowledge to working with Indigenous Australians in socially just ways

Skills development

This unit contributes toward the following Medical Radiations Practice Board of Australia Professional capabilities for medical radiation practice and National Board approved Medical radiation practice accreditation standards.

Domain 1 Medical radiation practitioner

Domain 1A Diagnostic radiographer

Domain 2 Professional and ethical practitioner

Domain 3 Communicator and collaborator

Domain 4 Evidence-informed practitioner 

Domain 5 Radiation safety and risk manager

 

Prerequisites

10029 Radiographic Imaging 2 AND 10027 Radiation Biology and Dosimetry.

Corequisites

Enrolment in 319JA Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Medical Imaging).

Incompatible units

None.

Equivalent units

None.

Assumed knowledge

None.