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RDI-10003 - Module Specification
School of Allied Health Professions
Faculty of Medicine & Health Sciences

For academic year: 2021/22 Last Updated: 16 February 2022

RDI-10003 - Foundations of Radiographic Science
Coordinator: Phillip Andrews Tel: +44 1782 7 34560
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Level: Level 4
Credits: 20
Study Hours: 200
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Programme/Approved Electives for 2021/22

None

Available as a Free Standing Elective

No

Co-requisites

None

Prerequisites

None

Barred Combinations

None

Description for 2021/22

This module enables students to understand the science and equipment involved in the production of plain radiographic images. The module further explores the nature of X-radiation; its production and the interactions it undergoes when incident upon objects including the human body, and from this to the detection of X-rays and the creation of optimal images and the factors which affect this; in particular, exposure factors and the reduction of scatter. Radiation protection of the operator, public and patient is examined.

Aims
This module aims to enable students to understand the science and equipment involved in the production of plain radiographic images and builds the foundation for further imaging modalities.

Intended Learning Outcomes

explain how radiographic science underpins the production of radiographic images;: 1,2,3
describe and explain the principle components of the equipment used to produce plain radiographic images;: 1,2,3
demonstrate understanding of the requirement for radiation protection of patients, operators and the public.: 1,2,3
manipulate exposure factors appropriately, under supervision;: 1,2,4,5,6

Study hours

Lectures: 25 hours
Tutorials: 12 hours
Practical sessions: 3 hours
Total 40 scheduled hours
Independent study estimated at 2-3 hours per scheduled hour = 97
It is anticipated that study hours will include approximately 63 hours of practice experience. This is derived from a total of 375 hours, averaged across all six assessed modules in year 1.

School Rules

None

Description of Module Assessment

1: Exam weighted 70%
90 minute short answer examination
A short answer examination of 90 minutes duration, to include compulsory topics that relate to module content. Tests knowledge of radiographic science underpinning production of radiographic images, including exposure factors; radiation protection; knowledge of principle components of plain radiographic equipment; correct use of terminology.

2: Reference Exercise weighted 5%
Self-, peer- and tutor- assessment of engagement with tutorial problem sessions.
Students will reflect on and assess their own and peers¿ contribution to the work of their tutorial team in terms of their attendance, preparation and engagement in the tutorial problem sessions against clear criteria. The resulting mark will be averaged with a tutor assessment of the same factors.

3: Short Paper weighted 25%
1000 word equivalent submission describing and explaining a challenging concept within the module.
A challenging concept within the module should be presented in an easy to understand way for peers, together with its impact on radiation dose and image formation. Students will be offered a choice of formats (inc written, audio, video) for submission suited to an authentic context.

4: Practice Based Assessment weighted 0%
Portfolio B: Radiographic Competency
Assesses those aspects of student competency mapped against the intended learning outcomes of this module: with reference to assessment of specific radiographic practice competencies undertaken during Practice Experience.

5: Practice Based Assessment weighted 0%
Portfolio C: Clinical Assessment Competency
Assesses those aspects of student competency mapped against the intended learning outcomes of this module: with reference to the six mandatory clinical assessments undertaken during Practice Experience.

6: Practice Based Assessment weighted 0%
Portfolio E: Oral Examination 40 mins
Assesses those aspects of student knowledge and application mapped against the intended learning outcomes of this module: with reference to all appendicular imaging undertaken by the student during Practice Experience.

Please note that for the 2021/22 Academic Year all programmes will be adapted to operate in accordance with a flexible, digital approach. This means that there will be some changes made to how modules are delivered and assessed. The latest information will be provided to you by your School in module handbooks. We endeavour to give you as much notice as possible of any changes and details about the circumstance in which changes are made to programmes can be found in the Student Agreement, available at: https://www.keele.ac.uk/student-terms-and-conditions/

Last Updated: 16 February 2022