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RDI-10016 - Module Specification
School of Allied Health Professions and Pharmacy
Faculty of Medicine & Health Sciences

For academic year: 2025/26 Last Updated: 04 December 2025

RDI-10016 - Radiographic Axial Positioning and Image Evaluation
Coordinator: Aimee Lewis
Lecture Time: See Timetable...
Level: Level 4
Credits: 15
Study Hours: 150
School Office:

Programme/Approved Electives for 2025/26

None

Available as a Free Standing Elective

No

Co-requisites

None

Prerequisites

None

Barred Combinations

None

Description for 2025/26

The aim of this module is to enable you to understand the principles of positioning and image evaluation for a range of examinations within the axial skeleton. You will then integrate these principles and be able to apply them to real world patient scenarios. 

Aims
This module will introduce the principles of positioning and image interpretation for a range of examinations within the axial skeleton and the patient care related to these. 
This module will introduce a systematic review of axial images and introduce common pathologies. 

Intended Learning Outcomes

Complete a range of fundamental examinations of the axial skeleton under supervision while practicing safely in relation to IR(ME)R 17: 1,2
Demonstrate the ability to clinically evaluate and systematically assess the technical quality of plain radiographic images of the axial skeleton including recognition of normal anatomy and common pathologies.: 1,2
Recognise poor radiographic image quality and demonstrate knowledge on manipulation of technical factors to improve this.: 1,2
Demonstrate the importance of, and an ability to, communicate effectively in a collaborative environment when undertaking fundamental patient care.: 1,2
Demonstrate the ability to undertake a systematic review of axial plain radiographic images.: 1,2

Study hours

Active Learning hours 60hrs:
Lectures ~18 hours
Practicals ~ 22 hours
Seminars ~ 10 hours
Asynchronous work ~10 hours
Independent study 90hrs:
Preparation for tutorials/seminars ~ 58.5 hours
preparation for assessment and formative assessment attempt ~ 30 hours
1.5 hours exam

School Rules

None

Description of Module Assessment

1: Exam weighted 100%
In situ 90 minute examination with questions mapped against the ILOs of the module
90 minute exam consisting of image based questions and short answer questions

2: Competence weighted 0%
Attendance requirement
A minimum of 80% attendance required for all practical and Scenario based Learning sessions in keeping with PSRB requirements. This assessment will be redeemed by a professional reflective submission using a reflective model relating to the modules ILO's.

The University undertakes a continuous review of its teaching and research provision to ensure programmes are of a high quality and changes may be made to modules where it is necessary and reasonable to do so. Please be aware that minor changes to modules, such as a change to an individual assessment, can occur up until enrolment, although we endeavour to give you as much notice as possible of any changes. 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/legalgovernancecompliance/governance/actcharterstatutesordinancesandregulations/studenttermsconditions/

Last Updated: 04 December 2025