Outline

Unit code	MRTY1037
Academic unit	Clinical Imaging
Credit points	6
Prohibitions ?	None
Prerequisites ?	None
Corequisites ?	None
Assumed knowledge ?	None
Available to study abroad and exchange students	No

Coordinator	Amir Tavakoli Taba, amir.tavakoli@sydney.edu.au

Type	Description	Weight	Due	Length
Final exam (Record+)	End of semester exam MCQs and long answer questions	40%	Formal exam period	1.5 hours
Outcomes assessed:
Skills-based evaluation	Practical reports- Part 1 Written reflections on the content of weeks 1-5 practicals	15%	Week 06	400 words for each practical
Outcomes assessed:
Assignment	Written Assignment Academic essay	30%	Week 08	1500 words
Outcomes assessed:
Skills-based evaluation	Practical reports- Part 2 Written reflections on the content of weeks 7, 9-13 practicals	15%	Week 13	400 words for each practical
Outcomes assessed:
= Type B final exam ?

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.

WK	Topic	Learning activity
Week 01	An introduction to the unit of study and the x-ray room	Lecture (2 hr)
An introduction to the x-ray room	Practical (1 hr)
Week 02	Computed radiography	Lecture (2 hr)
Examining digital radiography equipment 1	Practical (1 hr)
Week 03	Direct radiography	Lecture (2 hr)
Examining digital radiography equipment 2	Practical (1 hr)
Week 04	Exposure factors	Lecture (2 hr)
Understanding exposures	Practical (1 hr)
Week 05	Radiographic grids	Lecture (2 hr)
Understanding grids	Practical (1 hr)
Week 06	X-ray equipment faults	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 07	Image quality	Lecture (2 hr)
Image quality practical	Practical (1 hr)
Week 09	Workflow and PACS	Lecture (2 hr)
Inverse square law practical	Practical (1 hr)
Week 10	The digital image	Lecture (2 hr)
Digital image practical	Practical (1 hr)
Week 11	Digital image manipulation	Lecture (2 hr)
Digital image post processing	Practical (1 hr)
Week 12	Spatial frequency 1D	Lecture (2 hr)
1D Fourier transforms practical	Practical (1 hr)
Week 13	Spatial frequency 2D	Lecture (2 hr)
2D Fourier transforms practical	Practical (1 hr)

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. describe the instrumentation and accessories within the x-ray room
LO2. relate the x-ray machine components to their functions
LO3. discuss how computed and direct radiography systems are used to produce diagnostic radiographs
LO4. discuss the advantages and disadvantages of computed and direct radiography
LO5. understand the relative radiation risk and benefits to patients of different modalities
LO6. debate the best practice approach to applying radiation safety
LO7. evaluate radiographic images using radiographic criteria
LO8. relate the workflow in radiology information systems and picture archiving and communication systems to the patient pathway
LO9. consider the digital image, its constitution, manipulation and implications
LO10. understand the concept of image quality and image quality metrics
LO11. apply knowledge of the digital image to radiographic image quality metrics such as spatial resolution, contrast resolution and temporal resolution
LO12. apply knowledge of basic radiographic image manipulation tools
LO13. demonstrate basic understanding of digital image processing and the concept of spatial frequency
LO14. apply the above concepts to practical radiography.

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
Learning outcomes

Alignment with Competency standards

Outcomes	Competency standards
	Professional capabilities for medical radiation practice - 1.10.d. Use standard techniques/images and equipment for the body area being examined and, where appropriate, modify them to consider the patient/client presentation and clinical indications. 1.3.b. Understand the modalities and equipment used in the different imaging and treatment pathways across medical radiation practice. 1.3.d. Operate equipment and apply knowledge of laboratory procedures to practice when necessary. 1.6.b. Identify the type and method of stabilisation needed for the type and purpose of the procedure and the patient/client condition and presentation. 1.6.c. Use or adapt suitable stabilisation and ancillary equipment. 1.9.c. Select equipment and imaging parameters relevant to the patient/client presentation and where appropriate, modify imaging parameters to achieve optimal diagnostic outcomes. 1A.1.c. Use standard radiographic projections and exposure factors for the patient’s/client’s body area being examined and, when appropriate, modify them to consider patient/client presentation, clinical indications and mechanisms of injury. 1A.1.d. Select appropriate equipment, receptor type and set equipment geometry for the examination.
	Professional capabilities for medical radiation practice - 1.10.d. Use standard techniques/images and equipment for the body area being examined and, where appropriate, modify them to consider the patient/client presentation and clinical indications. 1.2.c. Ensure that stored clinical information (information and images) is associated with the correct patient/client and examination/treatment. 1.3.b. Understand the modalities and equipment used in the different imaging and treatment pathways across medical radiation practice. 1.3.d. Operate equipment and apply knowledge of laboratory procedures to practice when necessary. 1.5.e. Identify contraindications and limitations of medical radiation services, determine appropriate adjustments to procedures. 1.9.c. Select equipment and imaging parameters relevant to the patient/client presentation and where appropriate, modify imaging parameters to achieve optimal diagnostic outcomes. 1A.1.c. Use standard radiographic projections and exposure factors for the patient’s/client’s body area being examined and, when appropriate, modify them to consider patient/client presentation, clinical indications and mechanisms of injury. 1A.1.d. Select appropriate equipment, receptor type and set equipment geometry for the examination. 1A.2.d. Apply knowledge of equipment geometry for procedures. 1A.2.e. Apply knowledge of imaging acquisition modes and radiation dose rates.
	Professional capabilities for medical radiation practice - 1.2.a. Understand and comply with legislative responsibilities about data privacy, the ownership, storage, retention and destruction of patient/client records and other practice documentation. 1.3.b. Understand the modalities and equipment used in the different imaging and treatment pathways across medical radiation practice. 1.3.d. Operate equipment and apply knowledge of laboratory procedures to practice when necessary. 1.9.c. Select equipment and imaging parameters relevant to the patient/client presentation and where appropriate, modify imaging parameters to achieve optimal diagnostic outcomes. 1A.1.c. Use standard radiographic projections and exposure factors for the patient’s/client’s body area being examined and, when appropriate, modify them to consider patient/client presentation, clinical indications and mechanisms of injury. 1A.1.d. Select appropriate equipment, receptor type and set equipment geometry for the examination. 1A.1.f. Critically evaluate images against radiographic criteria including assessment of exposure index, field of view and anatomical rotation. 1A.2.d. Apply knowledge of equipment geometry for procedures. 1A.2.e. Apply knowledge of imaging acquisition modes and radiation dose rates. 1A.3.b. Apply appropriate imaging parameters for the patient/client presentation.
	Professional capabilities for medical radiation practice - 1.1.c. Identify anatomical structures and physiological processes, injuries and diseases of the human body in medical images. 1.10.d. Use standard techniques/images and equipment for the body area being examined and, where appropriate, modify them to consider the patient/client presentation and clinical indications. 1.3.d. Operate equipment and apply knowledge of laboratory procedures to practice when necessary. 1.6.a. Consider the limitations/restrictions in the use of techniques and devices for reproducibility of procedures concerning the patient’s/client’s condition and presentation. 1.9.c. Select equipment and imaging parameters relevant to the patient/client presentation and where appropriate, modify imaging parameters to achieve optimal diagnostic outcomes. Domain 2.3.a. Make appropriate professional decisions about the care of patients.
	Professional capabilities for medical radiation practice - 1.1.a. Apply knowledge of anatomy and physiology of the human body to practice. 1.5.e. Identify contraindications and limitations of medical radiation services, determine appropriate adjustments to procedures. 1.5.f. Perform patient/client assessment and medical radiation examination/treatment in accordance with the patient/client need and choice, legislation, registration standards, codes and guidelines. 1.6.a. Consider the limitations/restrictions in the use of techniques and devices for reproducibility of procedures concerning the patient’s/client’s condition and presentation. 1A.1.a. Operate projection radiography systems safely and effectively in a range of settings. Domain 2.1.a. Understand and comply with legal responsibilities. Domain 2.3.a. Make appropriate professional decisions about the care of patients. Domain 5.1.b. Practice in accordance with relevant radiation safety guidelines. Domain 5.1.c. Apply knowledge of radiobiology and medical radiation physics to examinations/treatment. Domain 5.1.d. Apply knowledge of radiobiology and radiation dose adjustment to deliver safe and effective patient/client outcomes. Domain 5.4.e. Use safe and legal methods for managing manufactured radiation sources, including using appropriate personal protective clothing and equipment and complying with shielding requirements. Domain 5.4.g. Provide information on radiation-related hazards and control measures to others in the workplace.
	Professional capabilities for medical radiation practice - 1.1.a. Apply knowledge of anatomy and physiology of the human body to practice. 1A.1.a. Operate projection radiography systems safely and effectively in a range of settings. Domain 2.1.a. Understand and comply with legal responsibilities. Domain 2.3.a. Make appropriate professional decisions about the care of patients. Domain 5.1.b. Practice in accordance with relevant radiation safety guidelines. Domain 5.1.c. Apply knowledge of radiobiology and medical radiation physics to examinations/treatment. Domain 5.1.d. Apply knowledge of radiobiology and radiation dose adjustment to deliver safe and effective patient/client outcomes. Domain 5.4.e. Use safe and legal methods for managing manufactured radiation sources, including using appropriate personal protective clothing and equipment and complying with shielding requirements. Domain 5.4.g. Provide information on radiation-related hazards and control measures to others in the workplace.
	Professional capabilities for medical radiation practice - 1.1.a. Apply knowledge of anatomy and physiology of the human body to practice. 1.1.b. Apply knowledge of the scientific explanations underpinning disease and injuries affecting the human body to enable delivery of safe, high-quality examinations/treatment. 1.1.c. Identify anatomical structures and physiological processes, injuries and diseases of the human body in medical images. 1.7.b. Apply quality criteria to assure image quality, evaluate medical images and identify any urgent and/or unexpected findings. 1A.1.f. Critically evaluate images against radiographic criteria including assessment of exposure index, field of view and anatomical rotation. 1A.1.g. Collaborate in the design and evaluation of projection radiography protocols. 1A.2.d. Apply knowledge of equipment geometry for procedures. 1A.2.e. Apply knowledge of imaging acquisition modes and radiation dose rates. 1A.3.b. Apply appropriate imaging parameters for the patient/client presentation. Domain 2.3.a. Make appropriate professional decisions about the care of patients.
	Professional capabilities for medical radiation practice - 1.2.a. Understand and comply with legislative responsibilities about data privacy, the ownership, storage, retention and destruction of patient/client records and other practice documentation. 1.2.b. Use clinical information management systems to accurately record patient/client history and any examination/treatment provided to the patient/client, ensuring that the correct examination/treatment is associated with the correct patient. 1.2.c. Ensure that stored clinical information (information and images) is associated with the correct patient/client and examination/treatment. 1.2.d. Identify and respond appropriately when clinical information is incorrectly associated with the identity of a patient/client and/or examination/treatment. 1.2.e. Manage clinical information (information and images) appropriately and consider the workflow between the different clinical information management systems. 1.2.f. Respond appropriately to data errors and/or system failures. 1.2.g. Ensure clinical information is made available to the appropriate persons involved in the care of the patient.
	Professional capabilities for medical radiation practice - 1.2.c. Ensure that stored clinical information (information and images) is associated with the correct patient/client and examination/treatment. 1.2.e. Manage clinical information (information and images) appropriately and consider the workflow between the different clinical information management systems.
	Professional capabilities for medical radiation practice - 1.1.c. Identify anatomical structures and physiological processes, injuries and diseases of the human body in medical images. 1.7.b. Apply quality criteria to assure image quality, evaluate medical images and identify any urgent and/or unexpected findings. 1A.1.g. Collaborate in the design and evaluation of projection radiography protocols.
	Professional capabilities for medical radiation practice - 1.7.b. Apply quality criteria to assure image quality, evaluate medical images and identify any urgent and/or unexpected findings. 1A.1.g. Collaborate in the design and evaluation of projection radiography protocols.
	Professional capabilities for medical radiation practice - 1.9.f. Process image data sets. 1A.1.e. Perform image post-processing techniques. 1A.2.f. Perform image post-processing techniques. (1A.2)
	Professional capabilities for medical radiation practice - 1.9.f. Process image data sets. 1A.1.e. Perform image post-processing techniques. 1A.2.f. Perform image post-processing techniques. (1A.2)
	Professional capabilities for medical radiation practice - 1.2.f. Respond appropriately to data errors and/or system failures. 1.3.d. Operate equipment and apply knowledge of laboratory procedures to practice when necessary. 1.6.b. Identify the type and method of stabilisation needed for the type and purpose of the procedure and the patient/client condition and presentation. 1.6.c. Use or adapt suitable stabilisation and ancillary equipment. 1.9.c. Select equipment and imaging parameters relevant to the patient/client presentation and where appropriate, modify imaging parameters to achieve optimal diagnostic outcomes. 1A.2.d. Apply knowledge of equipment geometry for procedures. 1A.2.e. Apply knowledge of imaging acquisition modes and radiation dose rates. 1A.3.b. Apply appropriate imaging parameters for the patient/client presentation. Domain 5.1.d. Apply knowledge of radiobiology and radiation dose adjustment to deliver safe and effective patient/client outcomes.

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