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 2020/21

None

Available as a Free Standing Elective

Co-requisites

None

Prerequisites

None

Barred Combinations

None

Description for 2020/21

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; will be achieved by assessments: 1,2,3,4
manipulate exposure factors appropriately, under supervision; will be achieved by assessments: 2,3
describe and explain the principle components of the equipment used to produce plain radiographic images; will be achieved by assessments: 1,2,3,4
demonstrate understanding of the requirement for radiation protection of patients, operators and the public. will be achieved by assessments: 1,2,3,4

Study hours

Study hours include lectures, seminars and practical experiments designed to follow the X-ray beam from creation to detection and formation of an image.
Application of theoretical concepts and knowledge will continue throughout practice experience which incorporates formative assessment opportunities. The current legislation including IR(ME)R, 2000 and other radiation protection of operators, patients and the public will be discussed at every opportunity.
Guided independent study to be informed by seminar discussion and practice based activities to support learning from theory to practice.
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 100%
2 hour short answer examination
A short answer examination of 2 hours 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: Portfolio 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.

3: Portfolio 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.

4: Portfolio 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.

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

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