Radiographic Image Interpretation 1 G (11881.2)

This unit develops students' knowledge and allow them to gain practical skills in image interpretation of planar x-ray examinations and develops a comprehensive understanding of the role of different imaging modalities in diagnosis of abnormalities and diseases, including urgent and unexpected findings. This unit provides students with the underpinning theory and practice of radiographer reporting systems and develops skills of providing informed opinions.

Learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:
1. Contextualise and learn to evaluate planar medical images of the common types of abnormalities and diseases of each of the organ systems;
2. Critically reflect on the diagnostic limitations of planar imaging modalities and evaluate alternate medical imaging examinations;
3. Synthesise the basic principles for systematically interpreting radiographic images in planar medical imaging; and
4. Synthesise the radiography reporting obligations/system within Australia to various stakeholders of radiology juxtaposed with respect to informed consent.

Graduate attributes

1. UC graduates are professional - employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills
1. UC graduates are professional - work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict
2. UC graduates are global citizens - adopt an informed and balanced approach across professional and international boundaries
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas

Prerequisites

10036 Imaging Pathology G.

Corequisites

Enrolment in 340JA Master of Medical Imaging.

Incompatible units

None.

Equivalent units

10052 Radiographic Image Interpretation PG (6 CP).

Assumed knowledge

None.