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MRTY4043: Professional Capstone
2025 unit information
This unit of study is a core subject for the pass pathway of the Bachelor of Applied Science (Diagnostic Radiography. It is designed to enhance the ability of students to critically appraise information on advances in the field of medical imaging science from a variety of sources. Students will become familiar with research methodologies commonly used in the field and understand how new imaging techniques are translated into clinical practice. Studnets will explore a specific area of medical imaging science by undertaking a literature review and applying clinical reasoning and reflection to assess the implications for practice. Additionally, students will develop skills in academic and professional writing, understand the peer review process, and acquire knowledge of key ethical considerations in research.
Unit details and rules
Managing faculty or University school:
Medicine and Health
| Study level | Undergraduate |
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| Academic unit | Clinical Imaging |
| Credit points | 6 |
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MRTY3122 |
At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. select and evaluate a range of evidence and identify clinical challenges in the practice of medical imaging
- LO2. determine the relevance of sources, and provide justification for your choices
- LO3. make judgments on the efficiency of sampling techniques and methodologies
- LO4. determine the relevance of results and apply checks for rigor of analysis
- LO5. undertake reflection regarding your on-going professional needs to incorporate the latest research in medical imaging into clinical practice
- LO6. demonstrate a sound knowledge of key ethical principles in the design, collection, and dissemination of research and quality improvement projects
- LO7. use a variety of tools, including relevant databases, to search for and critically evaluate the research literature on a topic of relevance to professional radiographic practice
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Semester 2b 2025
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Block mode | Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney |
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