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MRTY4043: Professional Capstone

2024 unit information

This unit of study is a core subject for the pass pathway of the Bachelor of Applied Science (Diagnostic Radiography). It is designed to enhance the ability of students to critically appraise information on advances in the field of medical radiation science from a variety of sources. Students will also gain an appreciation of the pathways and barriers to clinical translation of new imaging techniques by investigating an area of medical radiation science practice or theory, undertaking a literature review and applying clinical reasoning and reflective processes to identify implications for clinical practice. Key learning outcomes include the appraisal of research methodologies, interpreting current evidence and demonstrating knowledge of fundamental ethical considerations when conducting research.

Unit details and rules

Managing faculty or University school:

Clinical Imaging

Code MRTY4043
Academic unit Clinical Imaging
Credit points 6
Prerequisites:
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None
Corequisites:
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None
Prohibitions:
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None
Assumed knowledge:
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MRTY3122

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

  • LO1. select and evaluate a range of evidence and identify clinical challenges in the practice of medical imaging
  • LO2. determine the relevance of sources, and provide justification for your choices
  • LO3. make judgments on the efficiency of sampling techniques and methodologies
  • LO4. determine the relevance of results and apply checks for rigor of analysis
  • LO5. undertake reflection regarding your on-going professional needs to incorporate the latest research in medical imaging into clinical practice
  • LO6. demonstrate a sound knowledge of key ethical principles in the design, collection, and dissemination of research and quality improvement projects
  • LO7. use a variety of tools, including relevant databases, to search for and critically evaluate the research literature on a topic of relevance to professional radiographic practice

Unit availability

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Session MoA ?  Location Outline ? 
Semester 2b 2024
Block mode Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney
Outline unavailable
Session MoA ?  Location Outline ? 
Semester 2 Early B 2020
Block mode Cumberland, Sydney
Semester 2b 2021
Block mode Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney
Semester 2b 2021
Block mode Remote
Semester 2b 2022
Block mode Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney
Semester 2b 2023
Block mode Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney

Modes of attendance (MoA)

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