RDGY30730 Breast Imaging

Academic Year 2020/2021

This module will develop the students knowledge base across a number of modalities used in breast imaging. It will explore current and future breast imaging techniques used in Diagnostic Imaging departments. It will also introduce the student to the role of these modalities within both the breast screening service and symptomatic hospital-based breast service.
To achieve this, student will be introduced to breast anatomy and pathology, and some relevant data pertaining to breast cancer. The role of a variety of diagnostic modalities used in breast imaging purposes, such as ultrasound, magnetic resonance imaging and RNI with an emphasis on mammography will be presented using lectures, videos, on-line resources and image viewing computer aided labs. The student will also learn the importance of quality assurance and control particularly relating to mammography. Students will have the opportunity to get some perspective on working in different areas of the breast care service, with lectures from professionals currently working in these roles. Finally, students will consider current issues and debates surrounding the optimal use of imaging when investigating breast pathologies using the current evidence base.

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Curricular information is subject to change

Learning Outcomes:

1. Knowledge Outcomes:
Students will be expected to:

a) evaluate the benefits and limitations of a range of breast imaging techniques in Irish healthcare

b) to analyse and discuss the different approaches to breast imaging in the context of symptomatic and asymptomatic presentations/services

c) to determine the appropriate application of these techniques for different pathologies and patient presentations.

d) to discuss the role of the radiographer in optimising breast imaging from patient preparation, imaging, imaging technique, QA/QC and radiation safety

e) to evaluate the role of the radiographer in supporting the patient through the imaging aspects of the breast cancer diagnostic pathway

Student Effort Hours: 
Student Effort Type Hours
Lectures

10
Conversation Class

4
Computer Aided Lab

2
Specified Learning Activities

25
Autonomous Student Learning

25
Online Learning

5
Total

71
Approaches to Teaching and Learning:
Key teaching and learning approaches used in the module include:
-online lectures
-online discussion sessions
-peer and group work
-critical writing
-online CAL's
 
Requirements, Exclusions and Recommendations

Not applicable to this module.


Module Requisites and Incompatibles
Not applicable to this module.
 
Assessment Strategy  
Description Timing Open Book Exam Component Scale Must Pass Component % of Final Grade
Essay: Students will complete an essay on a given topic . Coursework (End of Trimester) n/a Graded No

80
Assignment: An assignment based on a group work activity Throughout the Trimester n/a Graded No

20

Carry forward of passed components
Yes
 
Remediation Type Remediation Timing
In-Module Resit Prior to relevant Programme Exam Board
Please see Student Jargon Buster for more information about remediation types and timing. 
Feedback Strategy/Strategies

• Group/class feedback, post-assessment

How will my Feedback be Delivered?

Not yet recorded.

Name Role
Ms Andrea Cradock Lecturer / Co-Lecturer