CQUniversity Unit Profile
MEDI12002 Imaging Science 2
Imaging Science 2
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General Information

Overview

This unit covers the essential steps in creating useful digital radiographs. You will build on your understanding of how the x-ray beam's interaction with various structures influences image appearances and apply image geometry concepts to manage the depiction of structures on radiographs. You will explore the key attributes and factors affecting radiographic image quality, including controlling scatter radiation and its impact on radiographs. You will also learn about digital imaging technologies and clinical information systems, focusing on the production, display, manipulation, storage, distribution and retention of digital radiographs. You will apply concepts of signal processing and image post-processing to improve radiographic appearances. You will learn the processes of information flow and management within clinical information systems as well as the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) to support imaging workflows.

Details

Career Level: Undergraduate
Unit Level: Level 2
Credit Points: 6
Student Contribution Band: 8
Fraction of Full-Time Student Load: 0.125

Pre-requisites or Co-requisites

Pre-requisites: MEDI11001 Fundamentals of Imaging Professions MEDI11002 Physics for Health Sciences Either MEDI11006 Imaging Science 1 or MEDI12001 Radiation Science

Important note: Students enrolled in a subsequent unit who failed their pre-requisite unit, should drop the subsequent unit before the census date or within 10 working days of Fail grade notification. Students who do not drop the unit in this timeframe cannot later drop the unit without academic and financial liability. See details in the Assessment Policy and Procedure (Higher Education Coursework).

Offerings For Term 1 - 2026

Mackay

Attendance Requirements

All on-campus students are expected to attend scheduled classes - in some units, these classes are identified as a mandatory (pass/fail) component and attendance is compulsory. International students, on a student visa, must maintain a full time study load and meet both attendance and academic progress requirements in each study period (satisfactory attendance for International students is defined as maintaining at least an 80% attendance record).

Website

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Class and Assessment Overview

Recommended Student Time Commitment

Each 6-credit Undergraduate unit at CQUniversity requires an overall time commitment of an average of 12.5 hours of study per week, making a total of 150 hours for the unit.

Class Timetable

Regional Campuses
Bundaberg, Cairns, Emerald, Gladstone, Mackay, Rockhampton, Townsville
Metropolitan Campuses
Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney

Assessment Overview

1. In-class Test(s)
Weighting: 40%
2. In-class Test(s)
Weighting: 60%

Assessment Grading

This is a graded unit: your overall grade will be calculated from the marks or grades for each assessment task, based on the relative weightings shown in the table above. You must obtain an overall mark for the unit of at least 50%, or an overall grade of 'pass' in order to pass the unit. If any 'pass/fail' tasks are shown in the table above they must also be completed successfully ('pass' grade). You must also meet any minimum mark requirements specified for a particular assessment task, as detailed in the 'assessment task' section (note that in some instances, the minimum mark for a task may be greater than 50%). Consult the University's Grades and Results Policy for more details of interim results and final grades.

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Previous Student Feedback

Feedback, Recommendations and Responses

Every unit is reviewed for enhancement each year. At the most recent review, the following staff and student feedback items were identified and recommendations were made.

Feedback from Unit coordinator

Feedback

Transitioning from an online test to in-class supervised tests appears to have better supported student preparation, performance and fairness.

Recommendation

Explore the option to continue with in-class supervised tests in future iterations to reinforce deeper learning over rote memorisation and provide a more structured, equitable environment for demonstrating knowledge and skills.

Feedback from Unit coordinator Informal student feedback SUTE

Feedback

Students valued the use of small groups during tutorials and lab activities as it promoted interaction, peer learning and better engagement with the unit content.

Recommendation

Invest in continuing with incorporating small group activities in tutorials and lab sessions in future deliveries to strengthen peer interactions, engagement and collaborative learning.

Feedback from SUTE Unit coordinator

Feedback

Students may benefit from more varied and updated learning resources to complement existing materials and support diverse learning preferences.

Recommendation

Conduct a review of existing learning resources and update selected lecture recordings to enrich learning and improve student engagement.

Unit Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
  1. Use correct technical terminology to describe radiographic image appearances and explain the underlying factors that contributed to those appearances
  2. Analyse and apply concepts of image geometry, differential attenuation, scatter production and equipment operation to assess image quality and control radiographic image appearances
  3. Discuss the design and operation of digital imaging technologies and clinical information management systems in the production, display, manipulation, storage, distribution and retention of radiographs within imaging workflows
  4. Apply concepts of digital image processing and post-processing to effectively manage and improve the stored content and displayed image.
  5. Discuss the emerging role of AI in the acquisition, processing and interpretation of medical images.

This unit links to the following Professional Capabilities for Medical Radiation Practitioners as detailed by the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia (effective March 2020):

  • Domain 1: Key capabilities 2, Enabling components b, c, d & e.
  • Domain 1A: Key capabilities 1, Enabling components a, d & e.
  • Domain 5: Key capabilities 1, Enabling components c & d.

Alignment of Learning Outcomes, Assessment and Graduate Attributes
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Intermediate Level
Graduate Level
Professional Level
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Alignment of Assessment Tasks to Learning Outcomes

Assessment Tasks Learning Outcomes
1 2 3 4 5
1 - In-class Test(s) - 40%
2 - In-class Test(s) - 60%

Alignment of Graduate Attributes to Learning Outcomes

Graduate Attributes Learning Outcomes
1 2 3 4 5
1 - Communication
2 - Problem Solving
3 - Critical Thinking
4 - Information Literacy
5 - Team Work
6 - Information Technology Competence
7 - Cross Cultural Competence
8 - Ethical practice
9 - Social Innovation
10 - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultures
Textbooks and Resources

Information for Textbooks and Resources has not been released yet.

This information will be available on Monday 16 February 2026
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Any assessable work undertaken or submitted for review or assessment must be your own work. Assessable work is any type of work you do to meet the assessment requirements in the unit, including draft work submitted for review and feedback and final work to be assessed.

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What is a breach of academic integrity?

A breach of academic integrity includes but is not limited to plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion, cheating, contract cheating, and academic misconduct. The Student Academic Integrity Policy and Procedure defines what these terms mean and gives examples.

Why is academic integrity important?

A breach of academic integrity may result in one or more penalties, including suspension or even expulsion from the University. It can also have negative implications for student visas and future enrolment at CQUniversity or elsewhere. Students who engage in contract cheating also risk being blackmailed by contract cheating services.

Where can I get assistance?

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