RAD1082 · Radiologic biology 2

Overview

You will continue your anatomy study starting with the soft and bony structures of the vertebral column, followed by the thorax and thoracic contents. The early stages of embryo development are explored. You will be introduced to the principles of pathology, and will then apply this knowledge to the respiratory and musculoskeletal systems. Study of physiology of these systems will underpin your understanding of pathological processes. You will learn to identify normal and abnormal radiographic anatomy on plain film radiographs in regions of the limbs, spine, thorax and abdomen.

Areas of study: Radiography and medical imaging Radiation sciences

Offerings

Assessment

The Handbook lists an examination for this unit.

Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.

Requisites

Learning outcomes

1. Identify fundamental principles of pathology and apply this knowledge to specific cases, in particular the musculoskeletal and respiratory systems;
2. Evaluate the effect of environment and nutrition on the health of an individual or community;
3. Describe the anatomy of the vertebral column, spinal cord and thoracic cage and thoracic contents;
4. Identify normal and abnormal anatomy on radiographic images of the vertebral column & thorax abdomen and musculoskeletal system
5. Describe the basic physiology of the musculoskeletal, respiratory, cardiovascular and nervous system;
6. List major stages that occur in embryology and extrapolate how congenital abnormalities can occur

Workload

This unit has equivalent of 6 hours of directed study per week (averaged over 12 week Semester). This includes a mix of teaching and learning activities such as lectures, workshops, tutorials, practical activities The workload is approximately: 4 lectures/wk 1 x 2hr Rad Imaging tutorials/wk 1 x 2hr Pathology workshops/wk 5 x 2hr Anatomy practicals / semester Self-directed study includes reading/listening to lectures, reading recommended texts, completing activities & practical workbooks and practice quizzes

Student experience, not official rules. Nothing here changes what the Handbook says.