Radiographic Imaging Interpretation 1 (11814.1)
| Available teaching periods | Delivery mode | Location |
|---|---|---|
| View teaching periods | On-campus |
Bruce, Canberra |
| EFTSL | Credit points | Faculty |
| 0.125 | 3 | Faculty Of Health |
| Discipline | Study level | HECS Bands |
| Discipline Of Medical Radiation | Level 3 - Undergraduate Advanced Unit | Band 2 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan 2021) Band 3 2021 (Commenced Before 1 Jan 2021) |
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:1. Critically evaluate and analyse planar medical images with regard to the common types of abnormalities and diseases of each of the organ systems, including identifying any urgent and unexpected findings; and the appropriate use of the selected medical imaging modality;
2. Critically reflect on the diagnostic limitations of planar imaging modalities and be able to recommend alternate medical imaging examinations;
3. Critically evaluate and analyse the basic principles involved in systematic interpretation of radiographic images relevant to planar medical imaging examinations; and
4. Synthesise the principles of radiographer reporting systems and express informed interpretation opinions by utilising rational and rigorous clinical arguments.
Graduate attributes
1. UC graduates are professional - communicate effectively1. UC graduates are professional - employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills
2. UC graduates are global citizens - behave ethically and sustainably in their professional and personal lives
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
Skills development
Students are required to have a thorough understanding of equivalent units Regional Anatomy and Physiology & Systemic Anatomy and Physiology. The knowledge of the correct terminology in diagnostic medical imaging, basic physical principles relating to 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 Cavas subject site. Similar 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 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 4 Evidence-informed practitioner
Prerequisites
10015 Imaging PathologyCorequisites
Enrolment in 319JA Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Medical Imaging) AND 10013 Computed Tomography AND 11475 Research in Medical Radiation Science AND 11815 Specialised Planar Radiographic Imaging.Incompatible units
None.Equivalent units
None.Assumed knowledge
None.| Year | Location | Teaching period | Teaching start date | Delivery mode | Unit convener |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 1 | 03 February 2025 | On-campus | Mr Tony Vaness |
| 2026 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 1 | 16 February 2026 | On-campus | Mr Tony Vaness |
Required texts
Raby, N., Berman, L., Morley, S., & Lacey, G. (2014). Accident and Emergency: A Survival Guide (3rd ed). Great Britain: Elsevier
Herring, W. (2016). Learning Radiology: Recognizing the Basics (3rd ed). Philadelphia: Elsevier
Moore, K. L. (2013). Clinically Oriented Anatomy (7th ed). North America : Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Weir, J., & Abrahams, P. H. (2016). Imaging Atlas of Human Anatomy (6th ed). Scotland :Elsevier
Eisenberg, R. L. (2020). Comprehensive Radiographic Pathology (7th ed). St Louis, United States: Elsevier
Damjanov, I. (2016). Pathology for the Health Professions (5th ed). Philadelphia, United States: Elsevier
Students must apply academic integrity in their learning and research activities at UC. This includes submitting authentic and original work for assessments and properly acknowledging any sources used.
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Learner engagement
The students will participate in various learning activities such as lectures, tutorials and self-directed learning. The teaching schedule is available on the Canvas site and allocated teaching rooms are available via UC timetable/Allocate+. There will be 2 hours of lectures and 1.5 hours of tutorials per week during the semester. Apart from the lectures and tutorials, students are required to engage in at least 4 hours of independent, self-directed learning per week. Material offered in the lectures and tutorials is examinable.
Participation requirements
It is recommended for the students to attend the tutorial sessions for this unit (material presented in lectures and tutorials is examinable). Tutorials are not recorded. The lectures will be recorded and accessible through the UC Learn (Canvas) platform. It is also compulsory to complete all the assessment tasks and the final exam. Failure to complete all assessment tasks may result in a failing grade. Material offered in the lectures and tutorials is examinable.
Required IT skills
Students will need basic IT skills.
Work placement, internships or practicums
None.
