309868 v.3 Bachelor of Science (Medical Imaging Science)

BSc(Curtin) OR BSc(Hons)(Curtin).

Course CRICOS Code: 055611G
Registered full-time Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas: 4 Years

Introduction

Medical imaging science involves the application of a range of medical imaging procedures which use x-rays (radiography and computed tomography), ultrasound (sonography) or magnetic fields (magnetic resonance imaging) as the forms of radiation to producean image. Through these procedures and images the structure and functions of various body systems are displayed and a diagnosis of the illness or injury determined.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

TEE Physics and Applicable Mathematics.

Specific Requirements

STAT is not accepted for entry to this course. Applicants for this course should refer to the Clinical Health Sciences section (see page 36). A first aid qualification (Senior First Aid Certificate or equivalent) is required prior to undertaking clinicalmedical imaging placements. The Western Australian Department of Health has a mandatory requirement that all students undertaking clinical placements in public health facilities must be able to provide upon request a current criminal screening check. Therefore a Police Clearance (see page 5) is also required prior to undertaking clinical medical imaging placements.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.

Duration and Availability

Four years full-time or part-time equivalent.

Course Organisation

Prospective students are advised that this program requires the full participation in laboratory practical sessions and the clinical program where manual skills, including the ability to lift, manipulate imaging equipment and position fellow students andpatients for imaging examinations, independently, are an essential part of the development of the graduate. In addition, all students must participate fully in laboratory practical sessions including acting as subjects for their peer group and as mock patients for other students. An honours course will also be in operation in the fourth year of the program.

Professional Recognition

Graduates from this program will receive full accreditation from the Australian Institute of Radiography, which will enable the graduate to obtain employment within Australia and be registered in those States having such legislation upon graduation. Fullaccreditation enables the graduate to seek appropriate positions within or outside Australia.

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other essential study materials.

For more information contact the Career Consultant, in the Faculty of Science and Engineering on (08) 9266 4816, email careers@vesta.curtin.edu.au or visit our website www.scieng.curtin.edu.au.

Course Structure			Hrs/Wk	Credit
Year 1 Semester 1
307554	v.1	Science Communications 101	2.0	12.5
309778	v.1	Medical Physics 161	4.0	25.0
311116	v.1	Introduction to Medical Imaging Science 101	5.0	25.0
6900	v.5	Human Biology 137	5.0	25.0
7029	v.4	Mathematics 121	3.0	12.5
				100.0
Year 1 Semester 2
300718	v.4	Sociocultural Perspectives on Health 131	3.0	25.0
311118	v.1	Medical Imaging Practice 112	6.0	25.0
311119	v.2	Medical Imaging Instrumentation 112	4.0	25.0
6901	v.5	Human Biology 138	5.0	25.0
				100.0
Year 2 Semester 1
309786	v.2	Medical Imaging Sectional Anatomy 203	4.0	25.0
309787	v.2	Clinical Medical Imaging Practice 213	5.0	25.0
309794	v.2	Medical Imaging Practice 233	4.0	25.0
311123	v.2	Medical Imaging Instrumentation 223	3.0	25.0
				100.0
Year 2 Semester 2
309788	v.2	Clinical Medical Imaging Practice 224	21.0	25.0
309795	v.2	Medical Imaging Practice 244	4.0	25.0
310282	v.3	Medical Imaging Instrumentation 234	6.0	25.0
311215	v.3	Medical Imaging Pathology 204	8.0	25.0
				100.0
Year 3 Semester 1
309783	v.2	Medical Imaging Interpretation 305	4.0	25.0
309789	v.2	Clinical Medical Imaging Practice 335	21.0	25.0
311126	v.2	Comparative Medical Imaging Science 305	4.0	25.0
311127	v.2	Medical Imaging Professional Issues 305	4.0	25.0
				100.0
Year 3 Semester 2
309790	v.2	Clinical Medical Imaging Practice 346	21.0	25.0
311128	v.2	Medical Imaging Practice 356	3.0	25.0
311699	v.1	Science Research Methodologies 451	3.0	25.0
312173	v.1	Imaging Informatics 306	4.0	25.0
				100.0
Year 4 Semester 1
309796	v.3	Medical Imaging Specialisation 417	3.0	25.0
311338	v.1	Clinical Medical Imaging Practice 457	40.0	37.5
311339	v.1	Medical Imaging Research Project 497	16.0	37.5
				100.0
Year 4 Semester 2
309799	v.2	Medical Imaging Specialisation 428	3.0	25.0
311340	v.1	Clinical Medical Imaging Practice 468	40.0	37.5
311341	v.1	Medical Imaging Research Project 498	3.0	37.5
				100.0

Availability

Year	Location	Period	All*	Internal	Partially Online Internal^	External	Fully Online#
2010	Bentley Campus	Semester 1		Y
2010	Bentley Campus	Semester 2		Y

The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.

*The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.

^Course and associated units are offered in this mode permitting International Onshore student enrolment.

#Course and associated units are offered in this online only mode and DO NOT permit International Onshore student enrolment.