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Unit of study_

MRSC5013: Professional Practice Radiography 3

Semester 1, 2020 [Normal day] - Cumberland, Sydney

This unit of study will continue to develop the student's knowledge in the professional practice of diagnostic radiography. The techniques covered will introduce more specialised procedures that the student will encounter in the workplace. Anatomy, physiology and pathology will be integrated with corresponding imaging techniques of selected body systems such as the GIT and CNS. Dedicated planar anatomy and imaging will be included for selected body systems. Students will be expected to supplement and broaden their learning by independent research on relevant topics, such as trauma imaging

Unit details and rules

Unit code MRSC5013
Academic unit Clinical Imaging
Credit points 6
Prohibitions
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None
Prerequisites
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MRSC5005
Corequisites
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None
Assumed knowledge
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None

Available to study abroad and exchange students

No

Teaching staff

Coordinator Warren Reed, warren.reed@sydney.edu.au
Type Description Weight Due Length
Tutorial quiz hurdle task Online Test
GIT quiz
15% Week 06
Due date: 31 Mar 2020 at 17:00
40 minutes
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6 LO7 LO8 LO9 LO10 LO11
Tutorial quiz hurdle task Online class test
CNS and sectional anatomy quiz
25% Week 10
Due date: 05 May 2020 at 17:00
40 mins (CNS) 25mins (Sectional anatomy)
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Assignment hurdle task group assignment Literature review
Essay
60% Week 11 5000 words
Outcomes assessed: LO5
hurdle task = hurdle task ?
group assignment = group assignment ?

Assessment summary

Literature review (integrates with MRSC5049)

Task description: Based on authors guidelines from the Journal of Medical Radiation Sciences. Completed in a group (usually no more than 5). Topic is of your choice but normally conforms with best practice in medical imaging

Task length: 5000 words max

Assessment criteria: An assessment marking criteria is included on the LMS

Date due: Friday, Week 11

 

Detailed information for each assessment can be found on Canvas.

Assessment criteria

The University awards common result grades, set out in the Coursework Policy 2014 (Schedule 1).

As a general guide, a high distinction indicates work of an exceptional standard, a distinction a very high standard, a credit a good standard, and a pass an acceptable standard.

Result name

Mark range

Description

High distinction

85 - 100

 

Distinction

75 - 84

 

Credit

65 - 74

 

Pass

50 - 64

 

Fail

0 - 49

When you don’t meet the learning outcomes of the unit to a satisfactory standard.

For more information see sydney.edu.au/students/guide-to-grades.

For more information see guide to grades.

Late submission

In accordance with University policy, these penalties apply when written work is submitted after 11:59pm on the due date:

  • Deduction of 5% of the maximum mark for each calendar day after the due date.
  • After ten calendar days late, a mark of zero will be awarded.

This unit has an exception to the standard University policy or supplementary information has been provided by the unit coordinator. This information is displayed below:

As per policy

Academic integrity

The Current Student website  provides information on academic integrity and the resources available to all students. The University expects students and staff to act ethically and honestly and will treat all allegations of academic integrity breaches seriously.  

We use similarity detection software to detect potential instances of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breach. If such matches indicate evidence of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breaches, your teacher is required to report your work for further investigation.

You may only use artificial intelligence and writing assistance tools in assessment tasks if you are permitted to by your unit coordinator, and if you do use them, you must also acknowledge this in your work, either in a footnote or an acknowledgement section.

Studiosity is permitted for postgraduate units unless otherwise indicated by the unit coordinator. The use of this service must be acknowledged in your submission.

Simple extensions

If you encounter a problem submitting your work on time, you may be able to apply for an extension of five calendar days through a simple extension.  The application process will be different depending on the type of assessment and extensions cannot be granted for some assessment types like exams.

Special consideration

If exceptional circumstances mean you can’t complete an assessment, you need consideration for a longer period of time, or if you have essential commitments which impact your performance in an assessment, you may be eligible for special consideration or special arrangements.

Special consideration applications will not be affected by a simple extension application.

Using AI responsibly

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WK Topic Learning activity Learning outcomes
Week 01 Introduction & Contrast Media Lecture (2 hr) LO1
Week 02 GIT & HB Imaging and Pathology – Oesophagus & Stomach Lecture (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 03 GIT & HB Imaging and Pathology – Small bowel & Large Bowel Lecture (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 04 CNS Imaging and Pathology – Infections & Tumours GIT/HB Tutorial Lecture and tutorial (4 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 05 CNS Imaging and Pathology – CVS & other Neuro conditions CNS Tutorial Lecture and tutorial (4 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 06 Middle of Unit Class Test - Vert Tutorial 1 Performance (3 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO6 LO7
Week 07 Paediatric Radiography - Vert Tutorial 2 Lecture and tutorial (4 hr) LO7 LO11
Week 08 Operating Theatre Radiography - Vert Tutorial 3 Lecture and tutorial (4 hr) LO8 LO9
Week 09 Trauma Radiography Vert Tutorial 4 Lecture and tutorial (4 hr) LO7 LO8 LO10
Week 10 End of unit class test Performance (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO6 LO7 LO8

Attendance and class requirements

Attendance: Attendance and participation is expected at lectures, didactic delivery of information to groups, tutorials and practicals.

 

Study commitment

Typically, there is a minimum expectation of 1.5-2 hours of student effort per week per credit point for units of study offered over a full semester. For a 6 credit point unit, this equates to roughly 120-150 hours of student effort in total.

Learning outcomes are what students know, understand and are able to do on completion of a unit of study. They are aligned with the University's graduate qualities and are assessed as part of the curriculum.

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

  • LO1. understand the principles of contrast media and describe the correct use of a variety of CMs in the imaging of the gastrointestinal, hepato-biliary and central nervous systems
  • LO2. describe the underpinning principles for correct radiographic practice in the gastrointestinal, hepato-biliary and central nervous systems including planar radiography, fluoroscopic, interventional and CT imaging
  • LO3. identify and describe the applied anatomy, physiology and pathology relevant to the gastrointestinal, hepato-biliary and central nervous systems
  • LO4. describe the requirements of applying radiation protection and health and safety regulations to the specific radiographic examinations of the gastrointestinal, hepato-biliary and central nervous systems
  • LO5. describe and explain the fundamentals of emergency imaging considerations as applied to patients presenting with trauma in relation to evidence based practice
  • LO6. consolidate your knowledge of the cross sectional anatomy of the upper abdomen
  • LO7. identify organ and structures of central nervous system using cross sectional anatomy
  • LO8. identify organ and structures of the head and neck using cross sectional anatomy.
  • LO9. Describe best practice in imaging in the operating theatre
  • LO10. State and explain advanced concepts of imaging in accident and emergency
  • LO11. Describe essential considerations when imaging paediatrics and the elderly

Graduate qualities

The graduate qualities are the qualities and skills that all University of Sydney graduates must demonstrate on successful completion of an award course. As a future Sydney graduate, the set of qualities have been designed to equip you for the contemporary world.

GQ1 Depth of disciplinary expertise

Deep disciplinary expertise is the ability to integrate and rigorously apply knowledge, understanding and skills of a recognised discipline defined by scholarly activity, as well as familiarity with evolving practice of the discipline.

GQ2 Critical thinking and problem solving

Critical thinking and problem solving are the questioning of ideas, evidence and assumptions in order to propose and evaluate hypotheses or alternative arguments before formulating a conclusion or a solution to an identified problem.

GQ3 Oral and written communication

Effective communication, in both oral and written form, is the clear exchange of meaning in a manner that is appropriate to audience and context.

GQ4 Information and digital literacy

Information and digital literacy is the ability to locate, interpret, evaluate, manage, adapt, integrate, create and convey information using appropriate resources, tools and strategies.

GQ5 Inventiveness

Generating novel ideas and solutions.

GQ6 Cultural competence

Cultural Competence is the ability to actively, ethically, respectfully, and successfully engage across and between cultures. In the Australian context, this includes and celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, knowledge systems, and a mature understanding of contemporary issues.

GQ7 Interdisciplinary effectiveness

Interdisciplinary effectiveness is the integration and synthesis of multiple viewpoints and practices, working effectively across disciplinary boundaries.

GQ8 Integrated professional, ethical, and personal identity

An integrated professional, ethical and personal identity is understanding the interaction between one’s personal and professional selves in an ethical context.

GQ9 Influence

Engaging others in a process, idea or vision.

Outcome map

Learning outcomes Graduate qualities
GQ1 GQ2 GQ3 GQ4 GQ5 GQ6 GQ7 GQ8 GQ9

This section outlines changes made to this unit following staff and student reviews.

The block has been extended from 7 to 10 weeks and Paed, operating theatre and A&E have been moved forward from PP4

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