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CHIR6410 – Radiographic Science

2022 – Session 1, In person-scheduled-weekday, North Ryde

General Information

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Unit convenor and teaching staff Unit convenor and teaching staff Unit convenor
Josh Fitzgerald
josh.fitzgerald@mq.edu.au
Lecturer
Hazel Jenkins
hazel.jenkins@mq.edu.au
Lecturer
Rich Mildren
rich.mildren@mq.edu.au
Credit points Credit points
10
Prerequisites Prerequisites
Admission to MChiroprac
Corequisites Corequisites
Co-badged status Co-badged status
Unit description Unit description
This unit is conducted to develop students' knowledge in the underlying physical principles of medical radiation science. The unit is presented in four distinct modules: - Module 1 is the study of radiation physics, its principles and current technology of imaging equipment, - Module 2 is the study of the principles and practice of image production and image processing techniques, - Module 3 describes the biological effects of radiation as well as current radiation protection techniques. - Module 4 describes the normal appearance of the spine and extremities on radiographic images and common normal variations to this appearance.

Important Academic Dates

Information about important academic dates including deadlines for withdrawing from units are available at https://www.mq.edu.au/study/calendar-of-dates

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:

  • ULO1: Identify the properties of x-rays and explain how they interact with matter, and influence image quality and patient safety
  • ULO2: Contrast the generation and use of advanced imaging modalities
  • ULO3: Critically appraise the principles of radiographic image production and processing
  • ULO4: Summarise the working principles of x-ray tubes and how these influence their operation and performance
  • ULO5: Explain the biological effects of radiation
  • ULO6: Summarise radiation protection in relation to radiography
  • ULO7: Recognise, identify, and assess normal radiographic anatomy of the musculoskeletal system and be able to explain variations in appearance due to radiographic technique.

General Assessment Information

It is expected that students will follow the Academic Integrity Policy at all times (https://staff.mq.edu.au/work/strategy-planning-and-governance/university-policies-and-procedures/policies/academic-integrity). Breaches of this policy may result in disciplinary procedures for the involved student.

 

ONLINE QUIZZES

Quizzes will be available online through iLearn unless otherwise indicated. The timing of the online quizzes will be available on the iLearn page. If you miss an online quiz at the scheduled time, a supplementary quiz will only be considered under the Special Consideration policy (https://students.mq.edu.au/study/my-study-program/special-consideration), applied for through www.ask.mq.edu.au. If you complete an online quiz you are declaring that you are fit to sit that assessment and Special Consideration will not normally be granted.

 

THEORY EXAMINATION

The final examination will be held in the University Examination period for Session 1. You are expected to present yourself for examination at the time and place designated in the University Examination Timetable. You are expected to ensure that you are available until the end of the teaching Session, that is, the final day of the official examination period. You are advised that it is Macquarie University policy not to set early examinations for individuals or groups of students.

If you attend and complete an examination you are declaring that you are fit to sit that assessment and Special Consideration will not normally be granted. The only exception to not sitting an examination at the designated time is because of documented illness or unavoidable disruption. In these circumstances you may wish to consider applying for Special Consideration. Information about unavoidable disruption and the Special Consideration process is available at https://students.mq.edu.au/study/my-study-program/special-consideration, applied for through www.ask.mq.edu.au.

Please ensure you are familiar with the Special Consideration policy prior to submitting an application.

If you receive Special Consideration approval for the final exam, a supplementary exam will be scheduled. By making a Special Consideration application for the final exam you are declaring yourself available for a resit during the supplementary examination period and will not be eligible for a second special consideration approval based on pre-existing commitments. If you are approved for Special Consideration and granted a supplementary exam, only your supplementary exam result will be counted towards your final grade.

Students with a pre-existing disability/health condition or prolonged adverse circumstances may be eligible for ongoing assistance and support. Such support is governed by other policies and may be sought and coordinated through Student Wellbeing and Support Services (https://students.mq.edu.au/support/wellbeing).

Assessment Tasks

Name Weighting Hurdle Due
Online quiz 10% No To be advised - see iLearn
Final theory exam 50% No University Examination Period
Online quiz 1 20% No To be advised - see iLearn
Online quiz 2 20% No To be advised - see iLearn

Online quiz

Assessment Type 1: Quiz/Test
Indicative Time on Task 2: 3 hours
Due: To be advised - see iLearn
Weighting: 10%

An online quiz on normal radiographic anatomy will be available on ilearn. The quiz will be timed and only one attempt will be allowed.
On successful completion you will be able to:
  • Recognise, identify, and assess normal radiographic anatomy of the musculoskeletal system and be able to explain variations in appearance due to radiographic technique.

Final theory exam

Assessment Type 1: Examination
Indicative Time on Task 2: 13 hours
Due: University Examination Period
Weighting: 50%

The exam will assess material from the whole semester
On successful completion you will be able to:
  • Identify the properties of x-rays and explain how they interact with matter, and influence image quality and patient safety
  • Contrast the generation and use of advanced imaging modalities
  • Critically appraise the principles of radiographic image production and processing
  • Summarise the working principles of x-ray tubes and how these influence their operation and performance
  • Explain the biological effects of radiation
  • Summarise radiation protection in relation to radiography
  • Recognise, identify, and assess normal radiographic anatomy of the musculoskeletal system and be able to explain variations in appearance due to radiographic technique.

Online quiz 1

Assessment Type 1: Quiz/Test
Indicative Time on Task 2: 4 hours
Due: To be advised - see iLearn
Weighting: 20%

An online quiz on material covered in lecture and tutorial sessions on module 1 - physics
On successful completion you will be able to:
  • Identify the properties of x-rays and explain how they interact with matter, and influence image quality and patient safety
  • Contrast the generation and use of advanced imaging modalities

Online quiz 2

Assessment Type 1: Quiz/Test
Indicative Time on Task 2: 4 hours
Due: To be advised - see iLearn
Weighting: 20%

An online quiz on material covered in lectures and tutorial sessions on module 2 - image formation
On successful completion you will be able to:
  • Critically appraise the principles of radiographic image production and processing

1 If you need help with your assignment, please contact:

  • the academic teaching staff in your unit for guidance in understanding or completing this type of assessment
  • the Writing Centre for academic skills support.

2 Indicative time-on-task is an estimate of the time required for completion of the assessment task and is subject to individual variation

Delivery and Resources

CHIR6410 is a mix of in-person and online learning activities that covers the following material:

  • The principles of radiation physics and the current technology of radiographic equipment
  • The principles and practice of image production and image processing techniques
  • The biological effects of radiation
  • Radiation protection techniques
  • Normal radiographic anatomy of the spine

 

LECTURES

2-hour weekly lectures that will be a mix of online and in-person lectures, held Thursdays 1-3pm.

 

TUTORIAL SESSIONS

5 x 1-hour tutorial sessions per student as scheduled. You will be divided into separate groups and attend alternate weeks. The schedule will be available on the iLearn page.

 

ONLINE WORKBOOKS

The content for the normal radiographic anatomy of the spine will be presented as a series of weekly online workbooks containing videos and formative activities. It is expected that you complete these workbooks on a weekly basis. You will access the online workbooks through the CHIR6410 iLearn page.

 

iLEARN PAGE

The web page for this unit can be found at: https://ilearn.mq.edu.au and following the links for either Postgraduate or Undergraduate students. There is a combined iLearn page for HLTH3140 and CHIR6410 students. This will contain all information and assessments.

For the content related to normal radiographic anatomy of the spine, all information and assessments will be presented on the individual CHIR6410 iLearn page. Please ensure that you stay up to date with both iLearn pages

 

REQUIRED TEXT

Radiologic science for technologists: physics, biology, and protection. Bushong, Stewart C. (Stewart Carlyle), author. Eleventh edition. St. Louis, Missouri: Elsevier 2017

 

REFERENCES

  • Essentials of radiologic science. Fosbinder, Robert.; Orth, Denise. Philadelphia: Wolters Kluwer Health/Lippincott Williams & Wilkins 2012
  • Principles of radiological physics. Graham, Donald T.; Cloke, Paul J. 4th ed. Edinburgh: Churchill Livingstone 2003
  • Introduction to Radiologic Technology. LaVerne Tolley Gurley & William J. Callaway (7th Edition); Mosby St Louis 2011

Policies and Procedures

Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central (https://policies.mq.edu.au). Students should be aware of the following policies in particular with regard to Learning and Teaching:

Students seeking more policy resources can visit Student Policies (https://students.mq.edu.au/support/study/policies). It is your one-stop-shop for the key policies you need to know about throughout your undergraduate student journey.

To find other policies relating to Teaching and Learning, visit Policy Central (https://policies.mq.edu.au) and use the search tool.

Student Code of Conduct

Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/admin/other-resources/student-conduct

Results

Results published on platform other than eStudent, (eg. iLearn, Coursera etc.) or released directly by your Unit Convenor, are not confirmed as they are subject to final approval by the University. Once approved, final results will be sent to your student email address and will be made available in eStudent. For more information visit ask.mq.edu.au or if you are a Global MBA student contact globalmba.support@mq.edu.au

Academic Integrity

At Macquarie, we believe academic integrity – honesty, respect, trust, responsibility, fairness and courage – is at the core of learning, teaching and research. We recognise that meeting the expectations required to complete your assessments can be challenging. So, we offer you a range of resources and services to help you reach your potential, including free online writing and maths support, academic skills development and wellbeing consultations.

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Changes since First Published

Date Description
10/02/2022 Unit convenor details updated

Unit information based on version 2022.04 of the Handbook