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MRTY5041: Computed Tomography B

Semester 1, 2024 [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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MRTY5040
Corequisites
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None
Assumed knowledge
? 

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. Students will need to apply for Department Permission and provide CV detailing their modality experience, and supporting letter from their employer indicating their experience.

Available to study abroad and exchange students

No

Teaching staff

Coordinator Peter O'Reilly, peter.oreilly@sydney.edu.au
Lecturer(s) Peter O'Reilly, peter.oreilly@sydney.edu.au
Tutor(s) Don Nocum, don.nocum@sydney.edu.au
Type Description Weight Due Length
Assignment Online presentation
Video presentation. A pass in this assignment is required to pass subject
30% Formal exam period
Due date: 09 Jun 2024 at 23:59

Closing date: 09 Jun 2024
15 minutes
Outcomes assessed: LO2 LO1 LO3 LO4
Assignment Weekly Assignment Submission
Assignments Weeks 1-12. 300 word submissions
60% Multiple weeks
Due date: 19 May 2024 at 23:59

Closing date: 19 May 2024
~300 words.
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Assignment Week 13 Assignment
Discussion
10% Week 13
Due date: 26 May 2024 at 23:59

Closing date: 26 May 2024
Three ~300 word entries
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4

Assessment summary

WEEKLY ASSESSMENTS

There are 12 weekly assessments (not including the week 13 assignment) for MRTY5041 each worth 5 marks that will total 60% of the subject mark. The assignments are approximately 300 word responses to a question posed relating to the information found in the weekly lecture. The responses will be penalised 2 marks if well beyond the word count. That is, a max of 350 words and min of 250 words. It is good to have at least one reference which means you are researching each lecture topic. No more than three references. 

MAJOR ASSIGNMENT

The link on the front canvas page will detail the major assignment that will be worth 30% of subject total marks. This assignment will be open on week 1 so students have ample time to consider the theme of the assignment and prepare it over the course of the semester.

WEEK 13 ASSIGNMENT

This final weekly assignment will be based on student responses to the question raised on the announcement board. Students are expected to respond three times. Initially, to the question raised, then two times to other student responses. This is worth 10% toward the final mark. This assignment will also be open on week 1 as you can slowly complete the assignment during the semester.  There is no word limit, but be as concise as possible. You can use references, but no more than three. The marks will be released ASAP after the end of week 13.

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 weekly assignments, including the week 13 assignment. If assignments are delayed due to illness or misadventure, you must go through special cons. There will be 3 marks deducted per day beyond the closing date of submission for the major assignment.

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.

Support for students

The Support for Students Policy 2023 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 2023. 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

WK Topic Learning activity Learning outcomes
Week 01 CT Perfusion: Brain Online class (5 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 02 Artificial Intelligence in CT Online class (5 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 03 CT Perfusion: Chest and Abdomen Online class (5 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 04 CT Cervical Spine Online class (5 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 05 Cardiac CT: 1 Online class (5 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 06 Cardiac CT: 2 Online class (5 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 07 CT Oncology Online class (5 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 08 CT Dosimetry Online class (5 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 09 CT Protocols Online class (5 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 10 CT colonoscopy Online class (5 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 11 Spectral CT Online class (5 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 12 Paediatric CT Online class (5 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 13 CT Technologies, current systems (marked discussion) 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. Understand the use of CT in more complex clinical environments
  • LO2. An understanding of the clinical advantages of more advanced CT procedures
  • LO3. Understand complex disease processes and trauma that require specific CT scanning protocols
  • LO4. Understand in detail dosage and dose limitations delivered for all procedures discussed with reference to IRCP regulations - The 2007 Recommendations of the International Commission on Radiological Protection. ICRP Publication 103, 2007.

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.
1.4. Confirm the procedure according to clinical indicators.
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.
1.7.b. Apply quality criteria to assure image quality, evaluate medical images and identify any urgent and/or unexpected findings.
1.7.c. If the practitioner identifies any urgent or unexpected findings, take appropriate and timely action to ensure the immediate management of the patient/client.
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.1.e. Perform image post-processing techniques.
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.
1A.3.f. Process data image sets, including multi-planar reformats and volume imaging.
Domain 3.2.d. Make recommendations to other members of the healthcare team about the suitability and application of the proposed medical radiation examination/treatment, when appropriate.
Domain 5.1. Perform and provide safe radiation practice.
Domain 5.1.a. Comply with relevant radiation safety legislation.
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.
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 a change in the CT subjects within the course in 2023 with the inclusion of a new clinical CT subject. As a result, MRTY5041 which was previously CT applications and new technology based has been altered to deliver more complex CT exams with a more clinical and pathology leaning including case studies in a number of lectures.

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