Ultrasound Imaging for Physiotherapists
Subject PHTY90069 (2012)
Note: This is an archived Handbook entry from 2012.
Credit Points: | 12.50 |
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Level: | 9 (Graduate/Postgraduate) |
Dates & Locations: | This subject is not offered in 2012. |
Time Commitment: | Contact Hours: Three 2-day blocks of lectures and practical sessions (6 hours per day) throughout the semester Total Time Commitment: Approximately 70 hours of self-directed learning is expected for this subject |
Prerequisites: | None |
Corequisites: | None |
Recommended Background Knowledge: | None |
Non Allowed Subjects: | None |
Core Participation Requirements: | None |
Contact
Physiotherapy
Melbourne School of Health Sciences
The University of Melbourne
Level 1, 200 Berkeley St
Carlton Victoria 3010 AUSTRALIA
T: +61 3 8344
F: +61 3 8344 4188
E: physio-enquiries@unimelb.edu.au
W: www.physioth.unimelb.edu.au
Subject Overview: |
This subject covers the theoretical and physical principles of ultrasound production, image processing and the components of ultrasound equipment. The advantages and limitations of ultrasound in clinical practice, comparison with other forms of imaging, data management and safetl issues will be studied. Staudents will develop an advanced level of technical skills in ultrasound scanning, clinical anatomy, and measuring and interpreting ultrasound images in a variety of anatomical areas. There is a strong emphasis on the research evidence for the use of ultrasound in physiotherapy practice for patient assessment and treatment. Ultrasound imaging for various regions of the body is undertaken within practical sessions. |
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Objectives: |
On completion of this subject, students will have:
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Assessment: |
1,000 word assignment (my mid-semester) 25% 3,000 word assignment (end of semester) 60% Practical skills assessment 15% |
Prescribed Texts: | None |
Breadth Options: | This subject is not available as a breadth subject. |
Fees Information: | Subject EFTSL, Level, Discipline & Census Date |
Generic Skills: |
On completion of this subject, students will have had the opportunity to develop the following generic skills:
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