MEDIMAGE (Medical Imaging)
Stage I
Stage II
MEDIMAGE 201 - Fundamentals of Medical Imaging (15 pts)🏳
Provides a fundamental understanding of Medical Imaging practice. Students will examine components of the clinical setting including patient care, cultural competency, and ethical considerations, to prepare them for the clinical learning environment. Students will apply these concepts to radiographic imaging in the context of routine radiographic examinations.
MEDIMAGE 202 - Medical Imaging Science (15 pts)🏳
Provides students with a fundamental understanding of ionising radiation in the context of medical imaging. Addresses x-ray production, instrumentation, x-ray detection, digital imaging and the principles of quality assurance. Also examines the biological effects of ionising radiation, dose, and radiation protection.
MEDIMAGE 203 - Radiographic Imaging I (15 pts)🏳
Develops student knowledge of routine radiographic examinations in a Medical Imaging department. The anatomical relationships of the body and the imaging examinations are explored with reference to the appendicular and axial skeleton.
Stage III
MEDIMAGE 300 - Medical Imaging for Biomedical Science (15 pts)🏳
Examines the physical principles of image production, instrumentation and safety considerations of specialised medical imaging modalities, including magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), ultrasound and nuclear medicine. Students will compare normal and abnormal imaging appearances associated with each of these modalities, and investigate a range of clinical and research applications.
MEDIMAGE 301 - Radiographic Imaging II (15 pts)🏳
Extends knowledge of radiographic examinations and procedures in a Medical Imaging department. The anatomical relationships of the body and the imaging examinations are explored with focus on specialist views and adaptive techniques.
MEDIMAGE 302 - Sectional Imaging Anatomy and Pathology (15 pts)🏳
Develops understanding of anatomy and pathology as applied in Medical Imaging. Focuses on sectional imaging anatomy, normal variants and common pathologies as demonstrated on CT (computed tomography), MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) and ultrasound images.
MEDIMAGE 304 - Advanced Radiographic Imaging (15 pts)🏳
Develops understanding of advanced radiographic imaging examinations including mammography, angiography, interventional procedures, and computed tomography. Addresses the physical principles of image production, instrumentation and dose considerations. Students will investigate a range of clinical applications, and normal and abnormal imaging appearances associated with each of these modalities.
MEDIMAGE 305 - Professional Practice in Medical Imaging (15 pts)🏳
Develops fundamental concepts of professionalism, reflective practice and communication to patient-centred care and professional practice in Medical Imaging.
MEDIMAGE 306 - Specialised Medical Imaging (15 pts)🏳
Examines specialised medical imaging modalities including ultrasound, nuclear medicine, and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Addresses the physical principles of image production, instrumentation and safety considerations. Students will investigate a range of clinical applications, and normal and abnormal imaging appearances associated with each of these modalities.
MEDIMAGE 307 - Research Methods (15 pts)🏳
An introduction to the principles of research methodology and evidence-based practice as applied to medical imaging. Addresses the knowledge required to evaluate research and the development of skills and research ethics necessary to conduct medical imaging research.
Postgraduate 700 Level Courses
MEDIMAGE 701 - Imaging Anatomy and Pathology (15 pts)🏳
Addresses the principles of medical science at whole body, organ, tissue, cellular and sub cellular levels by developing an integrated understanding of anatomy and pathology as it applies to medical imaging in the clinical context. Specific anatomical regions and pathologies will be investigated to explain imaging appearances and evaluate the role of a variety of imaging modalities in patient pathways.
MEDIMAGE 702 - Professional Issues in Medical Imaging (15 pts)🏳
Students will investigate the concept of professional practice leading to an exploration of current professional issues relevant to medical imaging. The course will develop students' ability to reflect on, and respond to, the wide variety of professional, ethical, medico-legal and clinical workplace issues generated in a rapidly changing environment.
MEDIMAGE 707 - Mammographic Technology (15 pts)🏳
Provides students with an in-depth understanding of mammographic technology and its application. The course addresses the scientific principles of the modality including image formation, technical parameters, radiation safety specific to mammography, image quality, artefacts, and quality assurance. Equipment developments and new and evolving techniques will be examined.
MEDIMAGE 708 - Nuclear Medicine Technology (15 pts)🏳
Extends students’ specialised theoretical knowledge and understanding of the underlying scientific principles of nuclear medicine technology. Students will develop the ability to apply this knowledge to obtain images of optimal diagnostic quality.
MEDIMAGE 710 - CT Imaging Technology (15 pts)🏳
Provides students with specialised theoretical knowledge and understanding of the underlying scientific principles of CT technology. Students will develop the ability to apply this knowledge to obtain images of optimal diagnostic quality.
MEDIMAGE 711 - Musculoskeletal Trauma Image Evaluation (15 pts)🏳
Provides students with the knowledge to evaluate radiographs of common musculoskeletal trauma in the clinical setting. Using a systematic method of image interrogation and a critical approach, students will develop the ability to provide a preliminary clinical image evaluation of common musculoskeletal trauma radiographs.
MEDIMAGE 712 - Musculoskeletal Pathology Image Evaluation (15 pts)🏳
Provides students with the knowledge to evaluate radiographs of common musculoskeletal pathologies in the clinical setting. Using a systematic method of image interrogation and a critical approach, students will develop the ability to provide a preliminary clinical image evaluation of common musculoskeletal pathology radiographs.
MEDIMAGE 713 - Special Studies (15 pts)🏳
MEDIMAGE 714 - Fundamentals of Clinical MRI (15 pts)🏳
Provides students with knowledge of the fundamental scientific principles of MRI. Students will examine components of the clinical environment in the context of patient care and safety. In addition, students will evaluate common clinical applications, developing the ability to analyse standard imaging protocols and explain normal and abnormal MR imaging appearances.
MEDIMAGE 715 - MRI Technology (15 pts)🏳
Extends students’ specialised theoretical knowledge and understanding of the underlying scientific principles of MR technology. Students will develop the ability to apply this knowledge to obtain images of optimal diagnostic quality.
MEDIMAGE 716 - Fundamentals of Clinical Ultrasound (15 pts)🏳
Provides students with knowledge of the fundamental scientific principles of ultrasound. Students will develop the ability to apply this knowledge to different patient populations. In addition, students will investigate standard sonography imaging techniques and analyse sonographic imaging appearances.
MEDIMAGE 717 - Ultrasound Imaging Technology (15 pts)🏳
Explores the principles of ultrasound physics and instrumentation. Students will learn about the properties of sound waves and their behaviour with tissues in the production of ultrasound images, including the construction of artefacts, and develop the ability to manipulate and optimise image production by refining components and controls of the ultrasound machine, while considering the importance of bioeffects and safety.
MEDIMAGE 718 - Acute Chest Image Evaluation (15 pts)🏳
Provides students with the knowledge to evaluate acute chest radiographs in the clinical setting. Using a systematic method of image interrogation and a critical approach, students will develop the ability to provide a preliminary clinical image evaluation of common acute chest radiographs.
MEDIMAGE 719 - Paediatric Image Evaluation (15 pts)🏳
Provides students with the knowledge to evaluate radiographs of common paediatric trauma and pathologies in the clinical setting. Using a systematic method of image interrogation and a critical approach, students will develop the ability to provide a preliminary clinical image evaluation of common paediatric radiographs.
MEDIMAGE 720 - Fundamentals of Clinical Nuclear Medicine (15 pts)🏳
Provides students with knowledge of the fundamental scientific principles of nuclear medicine. Students will examine components of the clinical environment in the context of patient care and safety. In addition, students will evaluate common clinical applications, developing the ability to analyse standard imaging protocols and explain normal and altered biodistribution and nuclear medicine imaging appearances.
MEDIMAGE 721 - MRI Safety (15 pts)🏳
Extends students’ understanding of the underlying physical principles related to a range of MRI safety issues. The course will provide students with the opportunity to explore these safety issues in greater depth and to apply this knowledge in critically evaluating current policies and practices. New and emerging safety topics will also be examined.
MEDIMAGE 722 - Special Topic: Introduction to Cardiac Ultrasound (15 pts)🏳
Introduces cardiac ultrasound by exploring the analysis and interpretation of the 2D, M-mode, spectral Doppler, and colour Doppler components of the normal cardiac ultrasound examination. An emphasis will be placed on integrating theory and clinical practice elements to facilitate sound clinical reasoning, decision-making and clinical competence.
MEDIMAGE 723 - Research Methods (15 pts)🏳
Provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles of research methodology and evidence based practice as applied to medical imaging. Addresses the knowledge required to evaluate research and the development of skills and research ethics necessary to conduct medical imaging research.
MEDIMAGE 724 - Ultrasound Assessment of Heart Disease 1 (15 pts)🏳
Expands on comprehension of the normal cardiac ultrasound examination, by developing the specialised skills and knowledge required to critically analyse and interpret ventricular function, pulmonary and systolic hypertension, aortic valve pathology, and the athlete’s heart, using various ultrasound modalities. An emphasis will be placed on integrating theory and clinical practice elements to facilitate sound clinical reasoning, decision- making, and clinical competence.
MEDIMAGE 725 - Cardiac Pathophysiology (15 pts)🏳
Explores cardiovascular disease as it pertains to a disturbance in the normal structure and function of the heart. Students build on an introduction to normal cardiac structure and function to gain extensive knowledge of the changes to anatomy and physiology that lead to cardiovascular conditions. Students can integrate this knowledge of aetiology, clinical features, and treatment options, into the clinical setting.
MEDIMAGE 726 - Ultrasound Assessment of Heart Disease 2 (15 pts)🏳
Further develops the knowledge and skills required to critically analyse and interpret cardiac pathology and associated interventions including valvular heart disease, infective endocarditis, diseases of the aorta, cardiac masses, and systemic diseases. An emphasis will be placed on integrating theory and clinical practice elements to facilitate sound clinical reasoning, decision-making, and clinical competence. Students will continue their exploration of cultural safety.
MEDIMAGE 727 - Introduction to Congenital Heart Disease (15 pts)🏳
Expands knowledge of normal foetal cardiovascular system development which is imperative to understanding the intricacies of congenital heart lesions. Integrates a comprehension of congenital heart lesions with a systematic segmental approach to scanning allows practitioners to identify congenital lesions and interrogate the haemodynamic consequences using ultrasound, pre- and post-medical intervention.
MEDIMAGE 728 - Advanced Concepts in Cardiac Ultrasound (15 pts)🏳
Further develops the knowledge and skills required to critically analyse and interpret complex forms of heart disease while beginning to explore advanced echocardiography techniques. Complementary diagnostic modalities used in the investigation of heart disease are introduced. Integrating knowledge of a broader range of diagnostic modalities allows practitioners the opportunity to correlate diagnostic findings, and provide a deeper understanding of underlying pathology.
MEDIMAGE 729 - Theranostics (15 pts)🏳
Addresses principles, theories and clinical applications of theranostics in nuclear medicine and molecular imaging. Radiopharmaceuticals, biodistribution, radiation safety aspects and the role of imaging in theranostics will be explored. In addition, students will investigate new and evolving techniques or applications.