CSB036 Medical Imaging Methods
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| Unit code: | CSB036 |
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| Prerequisite(s): | CSB012 and PCB272 |
| Credit points: | 12 |
| Timetable | Details in HiQ, if available |
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| CSP student contribution | $1,118 |
| Domestic tuition unit fee | $4,104 |
| International unit fee | $4,488 |
Unit Outline: Semester 1 2024, Gardens Point, Internal
| Unit code: | CSB036 |
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| Credit points: | 12 |
| Pre-requisite: | CSB012 and PCB272 |
| Coordinator: | Ajesh Singh | ajesh.singh@qut.edu.au |
Overview
Radiographers are required to be competent and proficient in using different medical imaging equipment. This unit will build on your knowledge of radiation physics and how it relates to the safe operation of x-ray equipment found in clinical practice. It provides you with opportunities to build on this knowledge and gain an understanding of the operation of digital imaging devices.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit you will be able to:
- Describe the capabilities and limitations of the imaging equipment which you will operate when in a clinical practice.
- Demonstrate communication and teamwork to differentiate between normal and abnormal operation of radiographic equipment as required in clinical practice.
- Describe the operations and applications of digital imaging systems
- Test radiographic imaging principles in relation to image quality and patient dose.
- Describe and apply methods of generating, storing, manipulating and transmitting digital images.
Content
- Digital imaging - including CR [analogue-to-digital conversion, sampling & quantisation], DR [CCDs and flat panel detectors], storage and transmission [PACS and Teleradiology]
- Production and control of scattered radiation
- Quality assurance and control of radiographic units
- Image quality and evaluation: concepts of contrast, resolution and noise
- Dedicated imaging equipment (Mammography, Tomography, Fluoroscopy [conventional, digital and DSA] and CT)
Learning Approaches
A range of learning and teaching strategies will be employed in this unit; a blended delivery encompassing formal lectures and collaborative learning. This unit requires you to engage with the Canvas learning environment regularly. Specific learning materials including suggested reading, links to relevant internet sites and other electronic resources will be located on Canvas. You will be required to complete regular practical exercises and where possible use Canvas to submit your written assessment(s).
Each formal lecture will be supported by lecture notes and practical exercises. The lectures will introduce you to the theoretical background information. Problem-based practical exercises scheduled in the Medical Imaging Laboratory and the Q Block Level 3 Simulation Computing Laboratory will challenge you to apply your knowledge and understanding to practical situations regarding different medical imaging methods.
A group assignment allows the development of a collaborative team approach to quality assurance. You will be expected to engage regularly with your peers and tutor and key learning will take place culminating in a group assessment.
A key aspect of the Course is fostering a thriving learning community and this unit will utilise the Canvas discussion board tools.
Access to interactive radiographic resources through scheduled sessions in the Q Block Level 3 Simulation Computing Laboratory allow additional development of understanding of approaches to image production and analysis.
As you progress through the unit you are expected to become increasingly active in your learning and the teaching and learning strategies will reflect this approach, allowing you to progress to autonomous learning. For this unit, you will be provided with the essential information and opportunity to practice but you will need to supplement this with further reading.
Feedback on Learning and Assessment
Feedback for this unit is provided to you on the practical components of your assessments. Ongoing feedback is provided during practical classes and on completion of the practical exercises.
Assessment
Overview
The assessments for this unit are designed to ensure maximum understanding of the content and it is important that you recognize the role of assessment in your learning. You should view the assessments as part of your learning and ensure that you utilize the feedback to progress your learning and personal development.
Assessment submission criteria as per Faculty of Health Policy B18: Late Submission of Assessments and Requests for extensions.
Unit Grading Scheme
7- point scale
Assessment Tasks
Assessment: Laboratory/Practical
Practical exercise(s) Problem-based practical exercises which challenge you to apply your knowledge and understanding to practical situations on image processing. 2 x 10% assessments. 10 marks for each assessment. Total = 20 marks.
Assessment: Problem Solving Task
Problem Solving Task: QC protocols allow the development of a collaborative team approach to quality assurance.
As an emerging radiographer, you will be working in a team to use Quality Control protocols to ensure compliance of medical imaging equipment and create a quality assurance report for the department manager.
"This is an assignment is eligible for the 48-hour late submission period and assignment extensions."
Assessment: Examination
Theory examination - consist of short answer questions.
Academic Integrity
Students are expected to engage in learning and assessment at QUT with honesty, transparency and fairness. Maintaining academic integrity means upholding these principles and demonstrating valuable professional capabilities based on ethical foundations.
Failure to maintain academic integrity can take many forms. It includes cheating in examinations, plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion, and submitting an assessment item completed by another person (e.g. contract cheating). It can also include providing your assessment to another entity, such as to a person or website.
You are encouraged to make use of QUT’s learning support services, resources and tools to assure the academic integrity of your assessment. This includes the use of text matching software that may be available to assist with self-assessing your academic integrity as part of the assessment submission process.
Further details of QUT’s approach to academic integrity are outlined in the Academic integrity policy and the Student Code of Conduct. Breaching QUT’s Academic integrity policy is regarded as student misconduct and can lead to the imposition of penalties ranging from a grade reduction to exclusion from QUT.
Resources
Readings to supplement lecture notes will be assigned from the texts listed in the Resource section.
Resource Materials
Prescribed text(s)
Bushberg, J., Seibert, J.A., Leidholdt, E., & Boone, J. 2021. The Essential Physics of Medical Imaging (4th ed.). Philadelphia: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Recommended text(s)
Bushong, S.C. (2021). Radiologic Science for Technologists: physics, biology and protection (12th ed.). St Louis: Elsevier Mosby.
Carter, C. E., & Veale, B. L. (2019). Digital Radiography and PACS (3rd ed.). St Louis: Mosby.
Papp, J. (2019). Quality Management in the Imaging Sciences (6th ed.). St Louis: Mosby.
Seeram, E. (2019). Digital Radiography: Physical Principles and Quality Control (2nd ed.). NY: Delmar.
Risk Assessment Statement
There are no out of the ordinary risks associated with this unit.