MRS432 Computed Tomography (8)

This subject provides the student with a detailed understanding of the principles and practice of Computed Tomography (CT). The subject explores the physics and instrumentation of CT, techniques and protocols employed in CT, and clinical applications utilised for CT in clinical practice. The subject also explores relevant regulations, quality assurance, department planning and radiation/hazard protection involved in the application of CT. The subject specifically provides insight and understanding into stand-alone CT devices, hybrid CT devices (SPECT/CT, PET/CT), CT for therapeutic use (planning and verification) and innovative CT designs.


Availability

Session 1 (30)
On Campus
Port Macquarie Campus
Wagga Wagga Campus
Online
Wagga Wagga Campus

Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: MRS432. Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.

Subject Information

Grading System

HD/FL

Duration

One session

School

Centre of Rural Dentistry and Oral Health

Enrolment Restrictions

Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Diagnostic Radiography)
Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging)
Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Radiation Therapy)


Master of Medical Radiation Science (with specialisations)

Assumed Knowledge

MRS120 Professional Fundamentals

PHY115 Physics of Medical Radiation Science

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
  • be able to explain radiation risks, international best practice and statutory requirements for CT, and plan / strategies to control and minimise risk, recognising and describing appropriate safety management in the workplace, explaining legislative and regulatory requirements for managing radiation and incidents, and applying and explaining the principles of ALARA and TDS (MRPBA Domain 5.1);
  • be able to recognise, describe and apply knowledge of radiation physics and instrumentation to operate CT systems safely and effectively (MRPBA Domain 1B.4a);
  • be able to understand, explain and apply principles for appropriate CT parameters and dose based on patient presentation (MRPBA Domain 1B.4b-c, 1.4 and 1.5);
  • be able to describe, explain, evaluate and develop CT protocols in a collaborative manner (MRPBA Domain 1B.4d and 3.2);
  • be able to understand, explain and apply principles for contrast and non-contrast CT performance, and demonstrate capacity to modify protocol where appropriate (MRPBA Domain 1B.4e and 1.3);
  • be able to explain the reconstructions and use of 3D datasets including demonstrating management of data (MRPBA Domain 1B.4f and 1.2);
  • be able to perform quality control of 3D datasets, identify limitations and recognise artefacts in 3D datasets, including identifying and reporting artefacts that represent urgent or unexpected findings (MRPBA Domain 1.2);
  • be able to implement techniques for patient/client stabilisation and reproducibility of procedures and outcomes (MRPBA Domain 1.6); and
  • be able to explain and apply the principles of evidence based practice and professional learning with specific reference to critical thinking, analytical appraisal and reflective skills related to clinical imaging, problem solving and decision making (MRPBA Domain 4.1).

Syllabus

This subject will cover the following topics:
  • CT principles;
  • CT instrumentation;
  • Patient preparation and care;
  • Basic protocols and procedures;
  • Reconstruction, data manipulation and display (including 3D);
  • Radiation safety and dose minimisation;
  • Hybrid systems; and
  • Quality control and quality assurance

Indicative Assessment

The following table summarises the assessment tasks for the online offering of MRS432 in Session 1 2021. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated and can also differ to suit the mode of study (online or on campus).

Item Number
Title
Value %
1
Patient information poster
20
2
Ct protocols
30
3
Final exam
50

The information contained in the CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: June 2022. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.

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