Introduction to Medical Radiation Science (9848.3)
Please note these are the 2023 details for this unit
| Available teaching periods | Delivery mode | Location |
|---|---|---|
| View teaching periods | On-Campus |
UC - Canberra, Bruce |
| EFTSL | Credit points | Faculty |
| 0.125 | 3 | Faculty Of Health |
| Discipline | Study level | HECS Bands |
| Discipline Of Medical Radiation | Level 1 - Undergraduate Introductory Unit | Band 2 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan 2021) Band 3 2021 (Commenced Before 1 Jan 2021) |
This unit introduces the professions within medical radiation science with a focus on diagnostic radiography. Students will gain an understanding of the terminology used within the health professions with a focus on diagnostic radiography.
The unit also introduces safe practices within medical imaging including a beginning understanding of the safe use of ionising radiation.
Students will also begin to develop skills towards autonomous and lifelong learning.
1. Demonstrate professional understanding of the basic concepts of medical radiation science with a focus on the use and application of modern medical imaging technologies;
2. Apply understanding of the Australian Healthcare System, profession of Medical Imaging and professional knowledge underpinning professional practice;
3. Demonstrate an understanding of the basic principles, regulations and application relating to safe professional practice, with a particular focus on radiation safety; and
4. Convey health information through effective use of appropriate terminology, communication styles and reflective practice.
1. UC graduates are professional - employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills
1. UC graduates are professional - take pride in their professional and personal integrity
2. UC graduates are global citizens - make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development
The unit also introduces safe practices within medical imaging including a beginning understanding of the safe use of ionising radiation.
Students will also begin to develop skills towards autonomous and lifelong learning.
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:1. Demonstrate professional understanding of the basic concepts of medical radiation science with a focus on the use and application of modern medical imaging technologies;
2. Apply understanding of the Australian Healthcare System, profession of Medical Imaging and professional knowledge underpinning professional practice;
3. Demonstrate an understanding of the basic principles, regulations and application relating to safe professional practice, with a particular focus on radiation safety; and
4. Convey health information through effective use of appropriate terminology, communication styles and reflective practice.
Graduate attributes
1. UC graduates are professional - communicate effectively1. UC graduates are professional - employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills
1. UC graduates are professional - take pride in their professional and personal integrity
2. UC graduates are global citizens - make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development
Prerequisites
11400 Professional Orientation (Health) AND 11725 Contextual Physics with MathematicsCorequisites
This unit is only available to students in 319JA Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Medical Imaging).Incompatible units
None.Equivalent units
None.Assumed knowledge
None.
Availability for enrolment in 2023 is subject to change and may not be confirmed until closer to the teaching start date.
| Year | Location | Teaching period | Teaching start date | Delivery mode | Unit convener |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | UC - Canberra, Bruce | Semester 2 | 01 August 2022 | On-Campus | Mrs Dawn Mbogo |
| 2023 | UC - Canberra, Bruce | Semester 2 | 31 July 2023 | On-Campus | Mrs Dawn Mbogo |
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