Overview

Osteology to include development of bone and healing process

Components of a typical cell; relating structure to function

Social influences and the psychology of health

Foundations of abnormality detection on radiographic images

Evaluation of images of the appendicular skeleton

Evaluation of images of the axial skeleton

Medico-legal aspects of image interpretation

Assessment Strategy

-threshold -- Basic understanding of the facts and principles specific to the topics covered in this module. - Basic ability in applying what is learned to common practice scenarios. - Basic understanding of professional accountability issues.Students will be required to achieve a minimum of D- grade in the assignment to in order to pass the theory component of the module.

-good -- Good understanding of the facts and principles specific to the topics covered in this module. - Good ability in applying what is learned to a range of common and less common practice scenarios. - Good understanding of professional accountability issues. This equates to a minimum mark of Grade B- in the Grading Criteria.

-excellent -- Very good understanding of the facts and principles specific to the topics covered in this module and evidence of additional evidence gained by the student. - Very good ability in applying what is learned to a range of common, less common and uniquely specific practice scenarios. - Very good understanding of professional accountability issues. This equates to a minimum mark of Grade A- in the Grading Criteria.

Learning Outcomes

• Appraise and interpret general radiographic images for a range of imaging examinations

• Appraise issues around medico-legal aspects of image interpretation

• Be aware of current UK legislation applicable to the work of their profession

• Demonstrate an understanding of anatomy and physiology demonstrating an understanding of the influence of psychosocial factors on disease and trauma

• Demonstrate an understanding of osteology and the relationship of major organs of the body