Radiographic Image Interpretation 2 G (11882.2)

This unit develops students' knowledge and allow them to gain practical skills in image interpretation of cross-sectional medical imaging 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 further develops students' skills in the practice of radiographer reporting systems and further develops skills of providing informed opinions.

Learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:
1. Critically evaluate cross-sectional medical images to identify common abnormalities, diseases and, urgent and unexpected findings across organ systems, using the appropriate medical imaging modality;
2. Critically reflect on the diagnostic limitations of cross-sectional imaging modalities and recommend alternate medical imaging examinations where appropriate;
3. Reflect on the correlation of common pathologies with planar and cross-sectional imaging; and
4. Understand 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 - display initiative and drive, and use their organisation skills to plan and manage their workload
2. UC graduates are global citizens - understand issues in their profession from the perspective of other cultures
2. UC graduates are global citizens - communicate effectively in diverse cultural and social settings
2. UC graduates are global citizens - make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives
2. UC graduates are global citizens - behave ethically and sustainably in their professional and personal lives

Prerequisites

11881 Radiographic Imaging Interpretation 1 G AND 10034 Computed Tomography PG AND 11880 MRI and Ultrasound G.

Corequisites

Enrolment in 340JA Master of Medical Imaging.

Incompatible units

None.

Equivalent units

10052 Radiographic Image Interpretation PG (6 CP).

Assumed knowledge

None.