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MRTY5041: Computed Tomography B

Semester 1, 2022 [Online] - Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney

This unit of study looks at advanced CT concepts and imaging procedures. This includes applications that provide functional information or require more complex post processing. Cardiac angiography, virtual endoscopy, brain perfusion, portable, and interventional CT will be explored. The unit also examines the latest CT methodologies including volume imaging, dual source and muliti-energy CT, and the use of CT in other modalities such as molecular imaging and therapy planning. The physical principles, clinical application, and appropriate utilisation of these CT procedures will be explored.

Unit details and rules

Unit code MRTY5041
Academic unit Clinical Imaging
Credit points 6
Prohibitions
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None
Prerequisites
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MRTY5134
Corequisites
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None
Assumed knowledge
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This is an advanced practice unit that includes considerations relating to students’ clinical experience and current practice. Students enrolling in this unit are expected to be working in CT at least two days per week.

Available to study abroad and exchange students

No

Teaching staff

Coordinator Peter O'Reilly, peter.oreilly@sydney.edu.au
Lecturer(s) Suzie Hill, suzanne.hill@sydney.edu.au
Peter O'Reilly, peter.oreilly@sydney.edu.au
Type Description Weight Due Length
Presentation Online presentation
Video presentation
40% Formal exam period
Due date: 25 Jun 2021 at 23:59
15 minutes
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO4 LO3 LO2
Assignment Assignment Submission
Assignments Week 1-12. 5 marks per submission
60% Multiple weeks ~300 words.
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4

Assessment summary

There are 12 weekly assessments for MRTY5041 each worth 5 marks that will total 60% of the subject mark:

  • Six are submissions via the weekly discussion board in weeks: 1,3,5,7,9,11
  • Another six will be short MCQ quizzes due in Weeks 2,4,6,8,10,12. 
  • Major assignment due in the formal exam period. 

The additional unit of study outline on the front canvas page will detail the major assignment that will be worth 40% of your total marks.

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

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:

There will be 1 mark deducted per day beyond the due date for any of the 12 weekly assignments

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

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.

WK Topic Learning activity Learning outcomes
Week 01 Subject Introduction. Current CT technology Online class (5 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 02 Special CT geometries Online class (5 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 03 CT in Forensic Imaging Online class (5 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 04 CT Colonography Online class (5 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 05 PET/CT Online class (5 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 06 SPECT/CT Online class (5 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 07 CT Perfusion Online class (5 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 08 Cardiac CT Part 1 Online class (5 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 09 Cardiac CT Part 2 Online class (5 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 10 Photon Counting CT Online class (5 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 11 CT in Radiation Therapy Online class (5 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 12 Artificial Intelligence in CT Online class (5 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 13 Subject Material Review Online class (5 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4

Attendance and class requirements

  • Attendance: The mode of delivery for this unit of study is distance education. On campus attendance is not required.
  • Required materials: This subject has the following computer requirements: desktop computer or laptop (not tablet), webcam and microphone (built-in or external), connection to network with sufficient internet speed (at least 3 Mbps download speed and 3 Mbps upload), Microsoft PowerPoint or similar.

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.

Required readings

There is no prescibed textbook for this subject

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 physical principles of advanced CT technologies in a professional context
  • LO2. use an understanding of the advantages and limitations of advanced CT geometries to optimise imaging practice
  • LO3. examine suitable clinical indications and scan protocols for advanced CT imaging procedures
  • LO4. propose appropriate applications of new and emerging CT technologies.

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

Alignment with Competency standards

Outcomes Competency standards
LO1
Professional capabilities for medical radiation practice - MRPBA
1.1.a. Apply knowledge of anatomy and physiology of the human body to practice.
1.1.c. Identify anatomical structures and physiological processes, injuries and diseases of the human body in medical images.
1.3.c. Understand use of CT, MRI and PET in the localisation of a range of cancer sites, patient/client presentations and related planning procedures.
1A.3.a. Operate CT systems safely and effectively.
1A.3.b. Apply appropriate imaging parameters for the patient/client presentation.
1A.3.d. Collaborate in the design and evaluation of CT protocols.
1A.3.e. Perform and evaluate contrast and non-contrast CT examinations of the body and, when appropriate, modify them to consider patient/client presentation and clinical indications.
LO2
Professional capabilities for medical radiation practice - MRPBA
1.1.c. Identify anatomical structures and physiological processes, injuries and diseases of the human body in medical images.
1.3.a. Understand the different imaging and treatment pathways in medical radiation practice.
1.3.c. Understand use of CT, MRI and PET in the localisation of a range of cancer sites, patient/client presentations and related planning procedures.
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.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.e. Apply knowledge of imaging acquisition modes and radiation dose rates.
1A.3.a. Operate CT systems safely and effectively.
LO3
Professional capabilities for medical radiation practice - MRPBA
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.
1.10.c. Apply knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy, embryology, pathophysiology, haemodynamic and sonographic appearances of normal and abnormal anatomy.
1.3.c. Understand use of CT, MRI and PET in the localisation of a range of cancer sites, patient/client presentations and related planning procedures.
1.4.b. Determine the appropriate imaging and/or treatment protocols and priorities, which consider the information collected during the interaction with the patient/client and knowledge of imaging and/or treatment options.
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.
1A.3.a. Operate CT systems safely and effectively.
1A.3.e. Perform and evaluate contrast and non-contrast CT examinations of the body and, when appropriate, modify them to consider patient/client presentation and clinical indications.
LO4
Professional capabilities for medical radiation practice - MRPBA
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.
1.10.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.
1.5.e. Identify contraindications and limitations of medical radiation services, determine appropriate adjustments to procedures.
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.
1.9.f. Process image data sets.
1A.3.a. Operate CT systems safely and effectively.
1A.3.d. Collaborate in the design and evaluation of CT protocols.
Professional capabilities for medical radiation practice -
Competency code Taught, Practiced or Assessed Competency standard
1.1.a A Apply knowledge of anatomy and physiology of the human body to practice.
1.1.b A 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 A Identify anatomical structures and physiological processes, injuries and diseases of the human body in medical images.
1.3.c A Understand use of CT, MRI and PET in the localisation of a range of cancer sites, patient/client presentations and related planning procedures.
1A.3.a A Operate CT systems safely and effectively.
1A.3.d A Collaborate in the design and evaluation of CT protocols.
1A.3.e A Perform and evaluate contrast and non-contrast CT examinations of the body and, when appropriate, modify them to consider patient/client presentation and clinical indications.

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

There has been an inclusion of new material. The themes of Artificial Intelligence, Photon Counting CT and SPECT scanning are dynamic CT applications that needed to be included to ensure that we are keeping abreast of new CT technologies. The lecture of CT in Forensic imaging has been updated with new material.

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