Outline

Overview

This unit of study is a foundation clinical unit in which students will be introduced to the fundamentals of professional practice. It aims to provide students with the necessary knowledge and skills required to undertake placements. Aspects to be covered include professional communication, professional behaviour and teamwork, work health and safety, ethics and interprofessional practice. There will be a focus on Chest Radiography.

Unit details and rules

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

Teaching staff

Coordinator	Yobelli Jimenez, yobelli.jimenez@sydney.edu.au

Assessment

The census date for this unit availability is 31 August 2026

Details
Criteria

Type	Description	Weight	Due	Length	Use of AI
Written exam	End of Semester Exam End of semester examination assessing content covered throughout the semester (2 Hours)	40%	Formal exam period	2 hours	AI prohibited
Outcomes assessed:
Out-of-class quiz	Small quiz - week 3 MCQ Canvas quiz	5%	Week 03 Due date: 21 Aug 2026 at 17:00	15 minutes	AI allowed
Outcomes assessed:
In-person practical, skills, or performance task or test	Hand hygiene Hand hygiene training and assessment during Week 4 Tutorial	5%	Week 04 Due date: 27 Aug 2026 at 13:00	1 hour	AI prohibited
Outcomes assessed:
Written work	Cultural Awareness and Professional Practice in Medical Imaging This assessment explores the role of cultural awareness in providing safe, respectful, and patient-centred care within medical imaging.	30%	Week 07 Due date: 18 Sep 2026 at 17:00	1000 words	AI allowed
Outcomes assessed:
Portfolio or journal	Chest Imaging Students will complete a portfolio of work based on chest X-ray lectures and tutorials.	20%	Week 13 Due date: 06 Nov 2026 at 17:00	1500 words and 5 case studies	AI allowed
Outcomes assessed:
= hurdle task ? = group assignment ? = early feedback task ?

Early feedback task

This unit includes an early feedback task, designed to give you feedback prior to the census date for this unit. Details are provided in the Canvas site and your result will be recorded in your Marks page. It is important that you actively engage with this task so that the University can support you to be successful in this unit.

Assessment summary

Detailed information for each assessment can be found on MRTY1038 Canvas site.

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.

Use of generative artificial intelligence (AI)

You can use generative AI tools for open assessments. Restrictions on AI use apply to secure, supervised assessments used to confirm if students have met specific learning outcomes.

Refer to the assessment table above to see if AI is allowed, for assessments in this unit and check Canvas for full instructions on assessment tasks and AI use.

If you use AI, you must always acknowledge it. Misusing AI may lead to a breach of the Academic Integrity Policy.

Visit the Current Students website for more information on AI in assessments, including details on how to acknowledge its use.

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.

Academic integrity

The University expects students to act ethically and honestly and will treat all allegations of academic integrity breaches seriously.

Our website provides information on academic integrity and the resources available to all students. This includes advice on how to avoid common breaches of academic integrity. Ensure that you have completed the Academic Honesty Education Module (AHEM) which is mandatory for all commencing coursework students

Penalties for serious breaches can significantly impact your studies and your career after graduation. It is important that you speak with your unit coordinator if you need help with completing assessments.

Visit the Current Students website for more information on AI in assessments, including details on how to acknowledge its use.

Learning support

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

Co-created with students, AI in Education includes lots of helpful examples of how students use generative AI tools to support their learning. It explains how generative AI works, the different tools available and how to use them responsibly and productively.

Support for students

The Support for Students Policy reflects the University’s commitment to supporting students in their academic journey and making the University safe for students. It is important that you read and understand this policy so that you are familiar with the range of support services available to you and understand how to engage with them.

The University uses email as its primary source of communication with students who need support under the Support for Students Policy. Make sure you check your University email regularly and respond to any communications received from the University.

Learning resources and detailed information about weekly assessment and learning activities can be accessed via Canvas. It is essential that you visit your unit of study Canvas site to ensure you are up to date with all of your tasks.

If you are having difficulties completing your studies, or are feeling unsure about your progress, we are here to help. You can access the support services offered by the University at any time:

Support and Services (including health and wellbeing services, financial support and learning support)
Course planning and administration
Meet with an Academic Adviser

Weekly schedule

WK	Topic	Learning activity
Multiple weeks	Online Module: Hand hygiene certificate	Self-directed learning (1 hr)
Multiple weeks	Online Module: First Nations Health	Self-directed learning (1 hr)
Week 01	Unit of study introduction, Australian Healthcare System and Medical Imaging Services	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 02	Communicating in the clinical environment, Introduction to First Nations Healthcare and Cultural Competence	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 02	From Referral to Follow-Up: Communication in the Patient Journey	Tutorial (1 hr)
Week 03	Professional Responsibility: Introduction to ethics, law and AHPRA requirements	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 03	Professional Responsibility: Patient Safety and Professional Responsibility in Medical Imaging	Tutorial (1 hr)
Week 04	Work Health and Safety: Infection prevention and control	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 04	Work Health and Safety: Hand hygiene training and assessment	Tutorial (1 hr)
Week 05	Work Health and Safety: Manual handling and Radiation Safety	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 05	Work Health and Safety: Manual handling	Tutorial (1 hr)
Week 06	Vital Signs and urgent findings	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 06	Measuring and Recording Vital Signs in Medical Imaging	Tutorial (1 hr)
Week 07	Evidence-Based Academic Writing for Medical Imaging Practice	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 07	Hands-on searching, reading, critiquing literature, and constructing an evidence-based argument.	Tutorial (1 hr)
Week 08	Chest 1: Introduction to Chest Imaging	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 08	Chest 1: Practical Session 1	Tutorial (1 hr)
Week 09	Chest 2: Paediatric Chest Imaging	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 09	Chest 2: Practical Session 2	Tutorial (1 hr)
Week 10	Chest 3: Geriatric Chest Imaging	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 10	Chest 3: Practical Session 3	Tutorial (1 hr)
Week 11	Chest 4: Image critique, chest lines and tubes	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 11	Chest 4: Practical Session 4	Tutorial (1 hr)
Week 12	Chest 5: Introduction to Chest Imaging Pathology	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 12	Chest 5: Practical Session 5	Tutorial (1 hr)
Week 13	Scenarios and Mobile Radiography	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 13	Mobile Radiography Practical Session	Tutorial (1 hr)

Attendance and class requirements

Teaching staff in MRTY1038 are looking forward to engaging with students during all lectures, tutorials and practical classes. Students are expected to attend and actively participate in all learning activities. Students are strongly encouraged to attend lectures regularly, as they provide important opportunities to engage with key concepts, ask questions, and develop the knowledge and skills required for assessments and professional practice. A minimum attendance record of 80% is required for tutorials and practical classes, and attendance records will be maintained. Attendance and participation will be taken into consideration when determining a student's final result in the unit of study, including group work assignments.

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

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 basic principles of the Australian healthcare system and how medical imaging is situated within this.
LO2. Apply basic principles of communication, professionalism, cultural competence and ethical practice as it relates to medical imaging.
LO3. Understand and apply legislative requirements as they pertain to medical imaging including mandatory reporting and work health and safety.
LO4. Demonstrate skills required to ensure a safe work environment including radiation safety, manual handling patient identification, infection control and responding appropriately to a deteriorating patient.
LO5. Demonstrate the ability to perform chest radiography, including knowledge of pathology and image evaluation.

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 - Domain 2.1.f. Apply knowledge of the Australian healthcare system to practice. Domain 2.1.h. Exercise appropriate levels of autonomy and professional judgement in a variety of medical radiation practice settings. National Safety and Quality Health Service - 5. Comprehensive Care Standard
	Professional capabilities for medical radiation practice - Domain 2. Professional and ethical practitioner Domain 3. Communicator and collaborator National Safety and Quality Health Service - 2. Partnering with Consumers Standard 6. Communicating for Safety Standard
	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. Domain 2.1. Practise in an ethical and professional manner, consistent with relevant legislation and regulatory requirements. Domain 5.1.a. Comply with relevant radiation safety legislation. National Safety and Quality Health Service - 5. Comprehensive Care Standard
	Professional capabilities for medical radiation practice - Domain 5. Radiation safety and risk manager National Safety and Quality Health Service - 3. Preventing and Controlling Infections Standard 5. Comprehensive Care Standard 8. Recognising and Responding to Acute Deterioration Standard
	Professional capabilities for medical radiation practice - 1. Medical radiation practitioner

National Safety and Quality Health Service -

Competency code	Taught, Practiced or Assessed	Competency standard
2		Partnering with Consumers Standard
5		Comprehensive Care Standard
6		Communicating for Safety Standard
8		Recognising and Responding to Acute Deterioration Standard

Responding to student feedback

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

Based on 2025 USS feedback and overall review of this unit of study, changes have been made to assessments (reduced number of assessments and integration of secure assessments) and order of lectures and tutorials, along with additional content in week 7 and week 13.

Disclaimer

Important: the University of Sydney regularly reviews units of study and reserves the right to change the units of study available annually. To stay up to date on available study options, including unit of study details and availability, refer to the relevant handbook.

To help you understand common terms that we use at the University, we offer an online glossary.

Current students

Overview

Overview

Unit details and rules

Teaching staff

Assessment

Assessment

Early feedback task

Assessment summary

Assessment criteria

Use of generative artificial intelligence (AI)

Late submission

Academic integrity

Learning support

Learning support

Simple extensions

Special consideration

Using AI responsibly

Support for students

Weekly schedule

Weekly schedule

Attendance and class requirements

Study commitment

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes

Graduate qualities

Outcome map

Alignment with Competency standards

Responding to student feedback

Responding to student feedback

Disclaimer

On this page

Useful links

MRTY1038: Foundations of Work Integrated Learning

Semester 2, 2026 [Normal day] - Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney

Overview

Overview

Unit details and rules

Teaching staff

Assessment

Assessment

Early feedback task

Assessment summary

Assessment criteria

Use of generative artificial intelligence (AI)

Late submission

Academic integrity

Learning support

Learning support

Simple extensions

Special consideration

Using AI responsibly

Support for students

Weekly schedule

Weekly schedule

Attendance and class requirements

Study commitment

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes

Graduate qualities

Outcome map

Alignment with Competency standards

Responding to student feedback

Responding to student feedback

Disclaimer

On this page

Useful links