Part A: Course Overview

Course Title: Imaging Anatomy

Credit Points: 12.00


Course Coordinator: Clinical Associate Professor Paul Kelly

Course Coordinator Phone: +61 3 9925

Course Coordinator Email: paul.kelly@rmit.edu.au

Course Coordinator Location: 201.08.31

Course Coordinator Availability: by appointment


Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities

Enforced Pre-Requisite Course

Successful completion of :

Enforced Co-Requisite Courses

You should undertake the following course/s at the same time as this course as it contains areas of knowledge and skills which are implemented together in practice

Note: it is a condition of enrolment at RMIT that you accept responsibility for ensuring that you have completed the prerequisite/s and agree to concurrently enrol in co-requisite courses before enrolling in a course.

For information go to RMIT Course Requisites webpage or contact your Course Coordinator.


Course Description

This course will provide you with the required knowledge to enable you to identify anatomical structures and some basic underlying pathologies, focussing primarily on cross-sectional imaging anatomy recognition. It will build on your existing knowledge of anatomy introduced in Human Anatomy and Physiology 1 BIOL2529 and Human Anatomy and Physiology 2 BIOL2530, allowing you to develop skills in anatomical recognition, essential for practice as a medical radiation practitioner.  


Objectives/Learning Outcomes/Capability Development

Program Learning Outcomes

This course contributes to the program learning outcomes for the following program(s):

BP321MIP25 Bachelor of Medical Radiation (Medical Imaging)

BP321NMP25 Bachelor of Medical Radiation (Nuclear Medicine)

BP321RTP25 Bachelor of Medical Radiation (Radiation Therapy)

PLO1 Demonstrate broad and coherent knowledge across the breadth and depth of Radiation Therapy practice, through the application of knowledge and concepts, in a variety of real-world settings. 

PLO2 Apply evidence-based knowledge to innovate and deliver safe and effective Radiation Therapy practice in a variety of contexts, using advances in both technology and determinants of health. 

PLO3 Investigate and propose solutions through sound clinical reasoning for all aspects of interprofessional Radiation Therapy practice while, complying with ethical, legal, and regulatory standards.

For more information on the program learning outcomes for your program, please see the program guide.


Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs)

Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to:

  1. Demonstrate knowledge of anatomy and physiology by identifying a range of major anatomical structures represented in cross-sectional and planar images
  2. Identify physiological processes, injuries, and diseases in both planar and cross-sectional images across a range of modalities
  3. Modify image settings to assist in correct identification of anatomical structures for a range of modalities and views


Overview of Learning Activities

You will be actively engaged in a range of learning activities such as lectorials, tutorials, practicals, individual and group activities, involving the use of our imaging software packages Siemens SmartSimulator and Syngo.Via. These are complemented by self-directed online learning activities. Attendance at practicals is an expected part of demonstrating professional collaboration.

You are encouraged to be proactive and self-directed in your learning, asking questions of your lecturer and/or peers and seeking out information as required, especially from the numerous sources available through the RMIT library, and through links and material specific to this course that is available through myRMIT Studies Course. 


Overview of Learning Resources

RMIT will provide you with resources and tools for learning in this course through myRMIT Studies Course. Relevant textbooks are available in the RMIT library and will be referred to in teaching materials. Access to the online image repository and imaging software platforms will be provided on the Canvas site along with other pre- and post-class activities. 

RMIT has state of the art simulated learning facilities for student development and practice and can provide you with access to real world imaging case studies. You will participate in simulated practice within this imaging environment, in preparation for placement across all streams of medical radiation practice.There are services available to support your learning through the University Library. The Library provides guides on academic referencing and subject specialist help as well as a range of study support services. For further information, please visit the Library page on the RMIT University website and the myRMIT student portal. 


Overview of Assessment

This course has no hurdle requirements.

Assessment Tasks

Assessment Task 1:   Multiple Choice and Short Answer Quiz

Weighting 30%

This assessment task supports CLOs 1, & 2,

Assessment Task 2: Cross-Sectional Imaging Anatomy Assignment

Weighting 40%

This assessment task supports CLOs 1, 2, & 3

Assessment Task 3: Final Theory Test

Weighting 30%

This assessment task supports CLOs 1, 2, & 3

If you have a long-term medical condition and/or disability it may be possible to negotiate to vary aspects of the learning or assessment methods. You can contact the program coordinator or Equitable Learning Services if you would like to find out more.