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MRTY5090: Multiplanar Anatomy A

Semester 2 Early, 2020 [Online] - Cumberland, Sydney

Detailed multiplanar anatomy of the musculoskeletal system and vascular and pulmonary systems of the thorax is presented in this unit. While this unit is targeted at professionals working with CT and/or MRI, it could also be directly relevant to professionals working with hybrib SPECT or PET and those using CT or MR images in radiation therapy planning. A basic knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy is assumed.

Unit details and rules

Academic unit Clinical Imaging
Credit points 6
Prerequisites
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None
Corequisites
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None
Prohibitions
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None
Assumed knowledge
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None

Available to study abroad and exchange students

No

Teaching staff

Coordinator Yobelli Jimenez, yobelli.jimenez@sydney.edu.au
Type Description Weight Due Length
Assignment Pictorial review
Pictorial review
40% Formal exam period 2500 words
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6 LO7 LO8
Online task Cardiovascular system quiz
Online quiz
30% Week 05 60 minutes
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO7 LO5 LO4
Online task Musculoskeletal system quiz
Online quiz
30% Week 11 60 minutes
Outcomes assessed: LO2 LO7 LO5 LO4

Assessment summary

All assessment tasks are compulsory. Late penalties apply to all assessment tasks

Assessment criteria

Assessment task 1: marks awarded for correct answers

Assessment task 2: marks awarded for correct answers

Assessment task 3: marking rubric will be provided

For more information see guide to grades.

Late submission

In accordance with University policy, these penalties apply when written work is submitted after 11:59pm on the due date:

  • Deduction of 5% of the maximum mark for each calendar day after the due date.
  • After ten calendar days late, a mark of zero will be awarded.

Academic integrity

The Current Student website provides information on academic integrity and the resources available to all students. The University expects students and staff to act ethically and honestly and will treat all allegations of academic integrity breaches seriously.

We use similarity detection software to detect potential instances of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breach. If such matches indicate evidence of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breaches, your teacher is required to report your work for further investigation.

Use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) and automated writing tools

You may only use generative AI and automated writing tools in assessment tasks if you are permitted to by your unit coordinator. If you do use these tools, you must acknowledge this in your work, either in a footnote or an acknowledgement section. The assessment instructions or unit outline will give guidance of the types of tools that are permitted and how the tools should be used.

Your final submitted work must be your own, original work. You must acknowledge any use of generative AI tools that have been used in the assessment, and any material that forms part of your submission must be appropriately referenced. For guidance on how to acknowledge the use of AI, please refer to the AI in Education Canvas site.

The unapproved use of these tools or unacknowledged use will be considered a breach of the Academic Integrity Policy and penalties may apply.

Studiosity is permitted unless otherwise indicated by the unit coordinator. The use of this service must be acknowledged in your submission as detailed on the Learning Hub’s Canvas page.

Outside assessment tasks, generative AI tools may be used to support your learning. The AI in Education Canvas site contains a number of productive ways that students are using AI to improve their learning.

Simple extensions

If you encounter a problem submitting your work on time, you may be able to apply for an extension of five calendar days through a simple extension.  The application process will be different depending on the type of assessment and extensions cannot be granted for some assessment types like exams.

Special consideration

If exceptional circumstances mean you can’t complete an assessment, you need consideration for a longer period of time, or if you have essential commitments which impact your performance in an assessment, you may be eligible for special consideration or special arrangements.

Special consideration applications will not be affected by a simple extension application.

Using AI responsibly

Co-created with students, AI in Education includes lots of helpful examples of how students use generative AI tools to support their learning. It explains how generative AI works, the different tools available and how to use them responsibly and productively.

WK Topic Learning activity Learning outcomes
Week 01 Cardiovascular system overview Block teaching (5 hr) LO1 LO3
Week 02 Cardiovascular system: Axial Block teaching (5 hr) LO1 LO3
Week 03 Cardiovascular system: Coronal Block teaching (5 hr) LO1 LO3
Week 04 Cardiovascular system: Sagittal Block teaching (5 hr) LO1 LO3
Week 05 Cardiovascular system integration and practice quiz Block teaching (5 hr) LO1 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6 LO7
Week 06 MSK: Shoulder Block teaching (5 hr) LO2 LO3 LO5
Week 07 MSK: Elbow Block teaching (5 hr) LO2 LO3 LO5
Week 08 MSK: Wrist and hand Block teaching (5 hr) LO2 LO3 LO5
Week 09 MSK: Knee Block teaching (5 hr) LO2 LO3 LO5
Week 10 MSK: Ankle and foot Block teaching (5 hr) LO2 LO3 LO5
Week 11 MSK overview and practice quiz Block teaching (5 hr) LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6 LO7
Week 12 Multiplanar anatomy: implications for practice 1 Block teaching (5 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6 LO7 LO8
Week 13 Multiplanar anatomy: implications for practice 2 Block teaching (5 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6 LO7 LO8

Study commitment

Typically, there is a minimum expectation of 1.5-2 hours of student effort per week per credit point for units of study offered over a full semester. For a 6 credit point unit, this equates to roughly 120-150 hours of student effort in total.

Learning outcomes are what students know, understand and are able to do on completion of a unit of study. They are aligned with the University's graduate qualities and are assessed as part of the curriculum.

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

  • LO1. Identify anatomical structures and structural features of the cardiovascular system in axial, coronal and sagittal planes on MR and CT images.
  • LO2. Identify anatomical structures and structural features of the musculoskeletal system (shoulder, elbow, wrist & hand, knee, and ankle & foot) in axial, coronal and sagittal planes on MR and CT images.
  • LO3. Apply knowledge of cardiovascular and musculoskeletal multiplanar anatomy, in order to engage in collegial discussion with peers to discuss topical issues.
  • LO4. Apply knowledge of the location and function of cardiovascular and musculoskeletal anatomy (shoulder, elbow, wrist & hand, knee, and ankle & foot), in order to analyse anatomical changes and clinical presentations related to pathology in these regions.
  • LO5. Examine the relationship between anatomy (cardiovascular and musculoskeletal systems) and MR and CT technology, in order to identify limitations when visualising anatomy and pathology in these regions
  • LO6. Search a database using boolean logic and flexible vocabulary in order to retrieve articles that are on-target and topic-relevant.
  • LO7. Interpret findings related to anatomy and medical imaging in the literature, and applying critical reasoning and reflective processes, identify implications for practice
  • LO8. Synthesise published literature and available information of normal anatomy and pathology related to the cardiovascular or musculoskeletal system, in order to communicate information in a format suitable for a medical radiation science audience.

Graduate qualities

The graduate qualities are the qualities and skills that all University of Sydney graduates must demonstrate on successful completion of an award course. As a future Sydney graduate, the set of qualities have been designed to equip you for the contemporary world.

GQ1 Depth of disciplinary expertise

Deep disciplinary expertise is the ability to integrate and rigorously apply knowledge, understanding and skills of a recognised discipline defined by scholarly activity, as well as familiarity with evolving practice of the discipline.

GQ2 Critical thinking and problem solving

Critical thinking and problem solving are the questioning of ideas, evidence and assumptions in order to propose and evaluate hypotheses or alternative arguments before formulating a conclusion or a solution to an identified problem.

GQ3 Oral and written communication

Effective communication, in both oral and written form, is the clear exchange of meaning in a manner that is appropriate to audience and context.

GQ4 Information and digital literacy

Information and digital literacy is the ability to locate, interpret, evaluate, manage, adapt, integrate, create and convey information using appropriate resources, tools and strategies.

GQ5 Inventiveness

Generating novel ideas and solutions.

GQ6 Cultural competence

Cultural Competence is the ability to actively, ethically, respectfully, and successfully engage across and between cultures. In the Australian context, this includes and celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, knowledge systems, and a mature understanding of contemporary issues.

GQ7 Interdisciplinary effectiveness

Interdisciplinary effectiveness is the integration and synthesis of multiple viewpoints and practices, working effectively across disciplinary boundaries.

GQ8 Integrated professional, ethical, and personal identity

An integrated professional, ethical and personal identity is understanding the interaction between one’s personal and professional selves in an ethical context.

GQ9 Influence

Engaging others in a process, idea or vision.

Outcome map

Learning outcomes Graduate qualities
GQ1 GQ2 GQ3 GQ4 GQ5 GQ6 GQ7 GQ8 GQ9

Alignment with Competency standards

Outcomes Competency standards
LO1
Professional capabilities for medical radiation practice - MRPBA
1.1.a. Apply knowledge of anatomy and physiology of the human body to practice.
1.1.c. Identify anatomical structures and physiological processes, injuries and diseases of the human body in medical images.
LO2
Professional capabilities for medical radiation practice - MRPBA
1.1.a. Apply knowledge of anatomy and physiology of the human body to practice.
1.1.c. Identify anatomical structures and physiological processes, injuries and diseases of the human body in medical images.
LO3
Professional capabilities for medical radiation practice - MRPBA
1.1.a. Apply knowledge of anatomy and physiology of the human body to practice.
1.1.c. Identify anatomical structures and physiological processes, injuries and diseases of the human body in medical images.
1.10.c. Apply knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy, embryology, pathophysiology, haemodynamic and sonographic appearances of normal and abnormal anatomy.
1.3.b. Understand the modalities and equipment used in the different imaging and treatment pathways across medical radiation practice.
1.3.c. Understand use of CT, MRI and PET in the localisation of a range of cancer sites, patient/client presentations and related planning procedures.
1.4.a. Understand the patient’s/client’s clinical history, referral and current medical information to confirm the requested or prescribed procedure is appropriate, drawing on knowledge of other imaging and treatment pathways.
Domain 3.2. Collaborate with other health practitioners.
Domain 4.1. Resolve challenges through application of critical thinking and reflective practice.
Domain 4.1.a. Identify the challenge or question and the information that is needed to respond.
Domain 4.2. Identify ongoing professional learning needs and opportunities
Domain 4.2.c. Seek input from others to confirm learning needs of self and others to enhance the quality of patient/client care.
LO4
Professional capabilities for medical radiation practice - MRPBA
1.1. Apply knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology to practice.
1.1.a. Apply knowledge of anatomy and physiology of the human body to practice.
1.1.c. Identify anatomical structures and physiological processes, injuries and diseases of the human body in medical images.
1.10.c. Apply knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy, embryology, pathophysiology, haemodynamic and sonographic appearances of normal and abnormal anatomy.
1.3. Understand and apply the different methods of imaging and treatment.
1.3.a. Understand the different imaging and treatment pathways in medical radiation practice.
1.3.b. Understand the modalities and equipment used in the different imaging and treatment pathways across medical radiation practice.
1.3.c. Understand use of CT, MRI and PET in the localisation of a range of cancer sites, patient/client presentations and related planning procedures.
1.4.a. Understand the patient’s/client’s clinical history, referral and current medical information to confirm the requested or prescribed procedure is appropriate, drawing on knowledge of other imaging and treatment pathways.
LO5
Professional capabilities for medical radiation practice - MRPBA
1.1. Apply knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology to practice.
1.1.a. Apply knowledge of anatomy and physiology of the human body to practice.
1.1.b. Apply knowledge of the scientific explanations underpinning disease and injuries affecting the human body to enable delivery of safe, high-quality examinations/treatment.
1.1.c. Identify anatomical structures and physiological processes, injuries and diseases of the human body in medical images.
1.3.a. Understand the different imaging and treatment pathways in medical radiation practice.
1.3.b. Understand the modalities and equipment used in the different imaging and treatment pathways across medical radiation practice.
1.3.c. Understand use of CT, MRI and PET in the localisation of a range of cancer sites, patient/client presentations and related planning procedures.
LO6
Professional capabilities for medical radiation practice - MRPBA
Domain 4.1. Resolve challenges through application of critical thinking and reflective practice.
Domain 4.1.a. Identify the challenge or question and the information that is needed to respond.
Domain 4.1.b. Find, critically appraise, interpret and apply best available research evidence to inform clinical reasoning and professional decision-making.
LO7
Professional capabilities for medical radiation practice - MRPBA
1.1. Apply knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology to practice.
1.1.a. Apply knowledge of anatomy and physiology of the human body to practice.
1.1.c. Identify anatomical structures and physiological processes, injuries and diseases of the human body in medical images.
1.3.a. Understand the different imaging and treatment pathways in medical radiation practice.
1.3.b. Understand the modalities and equipment used in the different imaging and treatment pathways across medical radiation practice.
1.3.c. Understand use of CT, MRI and PET in the localisation of a range of cancer sites, patient/client presentations and related planning procedures.
Domain 4.1. Resolve challenges through application of critical thinking and reflective practice.
Domain 4.1.a. Identify the challenge or question and the information that is needed to respond.
Domain 4.1.b. Find, critically appraise, interpret and apply best available research evidence to inform clinical reasoning and professional decision-making.
Domain 4.1.c. Provide evidence-informed patient/client-centred care by carefully considering the purpose of the proposed examination/treatment, reviewing existing protocols and methods, reflecting on clinical challenges or experiences and integrating knowledge and findings into practice.
LO8
Professional capabilities for medical radiation practice - MRPBA
1.1. Apply knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology to practice.
1.1.a. Apply knowledge of anatomy and physiology of the human body to practice.
1.1.b. Apply knowledge of the scientific explanations underpinning disease and injuries affecting the human body to enable delivery of safe, high-quality examinations/treatment.
1.1.c. Identify anatomical structures and physiological processes, injuries and diseases of the human body in medical images.
1.3.a. Understand the different imaging and treatment pathways in medical radiation practice.
1.3.b. Understand the modalities and equipment used in the different imaging and treatment pathways across medical radiation practice.
1.3.c. Understand use of CT, MRI and PET in the localisation of a range of cancer sites, patient/client presentations and related planning procedures.
Domain 2.5. Seek opportunities to progress the profession
Domain 3. Communicator and collaborator
Domain 4. Evidence-informed practitioner
Domain 4.1. Resolve challenges through application of critical thinking and reflective practice.
Domain 4.1.a. Identify the challenge or question and the information that is needed to respond.
Domain 4.1.b. Find, critically appraise, interpret and apply best available research evidence to inform clinical reasoning and professional decision-making.
Domain 4.1.c. Provide evidence-informed patient/client-centred care by carefully considering the purpose of the proposed examination/treatment, reviewing existing protocols and methods, reflecting on clinical challenges or experiences and integrating knowledge and findings into practice.
Domain 4.1.d. Recognise opportunities to contribute to the development of new knowledge through research and enquiry.
Domain 4.2. Identify ongoing professional learning needs and opportunities
Domain 4.2.b. Critically reflect on own strengths and limitations to identify learning needed to improve and adapt professional practice.
Domain 4.2.c. Seek input from others to confirm learning needs of self and others to enhance the quality of patient/client care.

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