MRI and Ultrasound G (11880.2)
| Available teaching periods | Delivery mode | Location |
|---|---|---|
| View teaching periods | Online real-time |
Bruce, Canberra |
| EFTSL | Credit points | Faculty |
| 0.125 | 3 | Faculty Of Health |
| Discipline | Study level | HECS Bands |
| Medical Radiation Science | Graduate Level | Band 2 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan 2021) Band 3 2021 (Commenced Before 1 Jan 2021) |
Learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:1. Appraise and integrate an understanding of the physical principles, instrumentation, and image formation methods underpinning clinical applications of MRI and ultrasound;
2. Synthesise the safety and potential biological effects of using ultrasound, radio-waves, and strong magnetic fields in clinical ultrasound and MRI examinations;
3. Appraise and integrate the imaging protocols and techniques of the commonly performed clinical applications in ultrasound and MRI; and
4. Critically reflect on and synthesise knowledge of anatomical structures and common pathologies in relation to ultrasound and MRI images.
Graduate attributes
1. UC graduates are professional - employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills1. 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
Skills development
This unit aligns with the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia (MRPBA) Professional Capabilities and National Board approved Medical Radiation Practice Accreditation Standards through advanced, critical, and reflective development of MRI and ultrasound practice capabilities. Learning outcomes require critical analysis, synthesis, and evaluation of imaging physics, protocols, safety, and clinical applications, supporting the domains of practitioner capability, safety and quality, evidence-informed practice, communication, and lifelong learning. Assessment tasks, including higher-order quizzes and an oral viva, require students to demonstrate advanced clinical reasoning, critical reflection, and professional communication consistent with AQF Level 9 expectations and accreditation requirements for contemporary practice.
Prerequisites
10034 Computed Tomography G AND 11879 Specialised Planar Radiographic Imaging G.Corequisites
Enrolment in 340JA Master of Medical Imaging.Incompatible units
None.Equivalent units
10051 Radiographic Imaging 4 PG.Assumed knowledge
None.| Year | Location | Teaching period | Teaching start date | Delivery mode | Unit convener |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Bruce, Canberra | Winter Term | 08 June 2026 | Online real-time | Ms Karen Pollard |
| 2027 | Bruce, Canberra | Winter Term | 07 June 2027 | Online real-time | Ms Courtney Luck |
Required texts
Required Reading:
MRI:
Westbrook, C., & Talbot, J. (2018). MRI in practice (5th ed.). John Wiley & Sons.
This is the most recent edition of a core MRI text. It provides comprehensive coverage of foundational principles, pulse sequences, artefacts, instrumentation, and safety. These core concepts underpin contemporary MRI practice and remain stable despite ongoing technological advances, ensuring relevance,
Dale, B. M., Brown, M. A., & Semelka, R. C. (2015). MRI: basic principles and applications (5th ed.). Wiley Blackwell.
This text is a seminal learning resource that focuses on fundamental MRI physics and principles, including 3T imaging, modern pulse sequences and safety and contrast content.
Ultrasound:
There is no required textbook for the ultrasound component. Resource material and notes will be provided on Canvas.
Recommended Reading:
MRI:
Hashemi, R. H., Bradley, W. G., & Lisanti, C. J. (2017). MRI: The basics (4th ed.). Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
While published in 2017, the focus on fundamental MRI principles ensures ongoing relevance to contemporary practice.
Submission of assessment items
Special assessment requirements
Students must obtain an aggregate result from the numerically marked assessment items of greater or equal to 50% to pass this unit.
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.
Academic integrity involves the ethical, honest and responsible use, creation and sharing of information. It is critical to the quality of higher education. Our academic integrity values are honesty, trust, fairness, respect, responsibility and courage.
UC students have to complete the Academic Integrity Module annually to learn about academic integrity and to understand the consequences of academic integrity breaches (or academic misconduct).
UC uses various strategies and systems, including detection software, to identify potential breaches of academic integrity. Suspected breaches may be investigated, and action can be taken when misconduct is found to have occurred.
Information is provided in the Academic Integrity Policy, Academic Integrity Procedure, and University of Canberra (Student Conduct) Rules 2023. For further advice, visit Study Skills.
Learner engagement
Note: This unit is offered in a shortened study period, Winter Term (WT). WT is 7 weeks in duration compared to a standard semester of 12 weeks. The unit is 3 credit points (CP) in value, the same as units covered in other semesters. As such you need to spend more time per week in your study of this unit.
There are weekly online lectures and self-directed online learning activities. It is expected that you will read widely and actively engage in additional in self-directed learning, that is you will need to spend at least 15 hours / week in studying for this unit. Other assumed weekly workload hours could be used in assessment preparation, engagement in clinical practice to apply your learning to real world professional practice.
Participation requirements
In this unit, your learning will build week by week through regular participation. Each week, you will engage with a keynote lecture and complete learning activities on Canvas. These These activities are designed to help you learn, so you can take part confidently in discussions, and practical tasks during clinical placements.
Staying up to date with the weekly materials and actively participating in tutorials will help you get the most out of the unit and support your success in assessments. If you miss activities or tutorials, it may make it more difficult to keep up and meet the learning outcomes for the unit.
Required IT skills
You will be required to work online, thus a stable internet connection will be required. To actively engage in the unit, a microphone and camera will be needed to communicate with others in the Virtual Room and other technologies.
Work placement, internships or practicums
None
