SON5022 · Sonographic imaging of the reproductive system

Overview

This unit you will develop advanced skills in reproductive system ultrasound, covering sonographic scanning methods, standard protocols, and interpretational skills for the female pelvis and male reproductive system. You will learn to recognise normal anatomy, anatomical variants, and pathological findings, and to adapt scanning approaches according to the clinical question and patient presentation. The unit also provides and opportunity for you to apply medico-legal and culturally safe practices during intimate examinations, integrating sonographic findings into clinical decision-making, effective communication with patients and healthcare teams, and reflective practice to enhance professional competence.

Areas of study: Medical ultrasound

Offerings

Assessment

The Handbook lists an examination for this unit.

Assessment in this unit includes hurdle assessment tasks. Failure of any hurdle assessment task may result in failure of the 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. Apply medico-legal and cultural safety principles to intimate reproductive ultrasound examinations.
2. Integrate advanced knowledge and skills when performing reproductive system ultrasound examinations.
3. Interpret and evaluate normal and abnormal reproductive sonographic appearances to support clinical decision-making.
4. Communicate and collaborate with patients and healthcare professionals to ensure patient-centred care.
5. Reflect on clinical experiences and research-based activities to enhance professional competence.

Workload

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