Imaging Anatomy G (10035.3)

This unit introduces normal adult and paediatric anatomy as visualised in medical images. It covers the surface and gross anatomical relationships of the major skeletal and soft tissue structures of the head, neck, thorax, abdomen, pelvis and limbs. The normal imaging appearance of the structures, and their relationships, as demonstrated in the para-coronal, para-sagittal and transverse planes on planar radiographic, CT, MRI images and co-registered physiological image of SPECT and PET.

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:
1. Critically analyse and apply an integrated comprehensive understanding of the normal adult and paediatric anatomical structures as visualised in planar radiography, CT and MRI images;

2. Contextualise and apply anatomical surface landmarks as they relate to the anatomical relationships of each region;
3. Correlate and synthesise an understanding of the anatomical relationships of the major structures, including skeletal, organ, muscle and vascular structures, of each region with respect to planar radiography, CT and MRI; and
4. Critically evaluate and correlate anatomical variants on co-registered physiological images of SPECT and PET.

Graduate attributes

1. UC graduates are professional - communicate effectively
1. UC graduates are professional - employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills
2. UC graduates are global citizens - make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives

Skills development

Students are required to have a thorough understanding of equivalent units Introduction for Regional Anatomy and Physiology & Systemic Anatomy and Physiology. The knowledge of the correct terminology in diagnostic medical imaging, basic physical principles relating to the various imaging modalities and the application of the imaging modalities to different patient presentations, is an advantage.

Depending on the situation with Covid, if necessary the lectures will be pre-recorded and posted on the Canvas subject site.  Similarly for the tutorials, these will be conducted online.  A link will be provided if this is required.

This unit contributes toward the following Medical Radiation 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 4 Evidence-informed practitioner

 

Prerequisites

None.

Corequisites

Enrolment in 340JA Master of Medical Imaging.

Incompatible units

None.

Equivalent units

None.

Assumed knowledge

None.