Ultrasound Imaging for Physiotherapists

Subject 513-644 (2009)

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Credit Points: 12.50
Level: 9 (Graduate/Postgraduate)
Dates & Locations:

This subject has the following teaching availabilities in 2009:

July, - Taught on campus.
Pre-teaching Period Start not applicable
Teaching Period not applicable
Assessment Period End not applicable
Last date to Self-Enrol not applicable
Census Date not applicable
Last date to Withdraw without fail not applicable

On campus tutorials/practical sessions

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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: Nil
Corequisites: Nil
Recommended Background Knowledge: None
Non Allowed Subjects: None
Core Participation Requirements:

For the purposes of considering request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Cwth 2005), and Student Support and Engagement Policy, academic requirements for this subject are articulated in the Subject Overview, Learning Outcomes, Assessment and Generic Skills sections of this entry.

It is University policy to take all reasonable steps to minimise the impact of disability upon academic study, and reasonable adjustments will be made to enhance a student's participation in the University's programs. Students who feel their disability may impact on meeting the requirements of this subject are encouraged to discuss this matter with a Faculty Student Adviser and Student Equity and Disability Support: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/disability

Coordinator

Dr Margaret Joy Sherburn
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.
Objectives:

On completion of this subject, students will have:

  • Knowledge of the theoretical and physical principles of ultrasound production, image processing and the components of ultrasound equipment
  • An understanding of the advantages and limitations of ultrasound in clinical practice, and comparison with other forms of imaging
  • An understanding of data management and safety issues associated with ultrasound equipment
  • Technical skills in ultrasound scanning, clinical anatomy, measuring and interpreting ultrasound images in a variety of anatomical areas
  • A knowledge of research evidence for the use of ultrasound in physiotherpy practice for both patient assessment and treatment
Assessment:

1,000 word assignment (my mid-semester) 25%

3,000 word assignment (end of semester) 60%

Practical skills assessment 15%
Prescribed Texts: Nil
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:

  • Advanced knowledge, clinical deciosn making and analytical skills
  • The ability to extend their written communication skills
  • A capacity to tackle unfamiliar problems and develop the ability to plan their work
  • A capacity for self-directed learning and the motivation for life-long independent learning

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