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MODULE DESCRIPTOR
Module Title
Radiography Practice Education 2
Reference HS2089 Version 6
Created April 2023 SCQF Level SCQF 8
Approved November 2013 SCQF Points 30
Amended June 2023 ECTS Points 15

Aims of Module
To provide the student with the ability to enhance and build upon radiographic knowledge, understanding, clinical skills and professional attitudes developed during stage one of the course.

Learning Outcomes for Module
On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:
1 Demonstrate effective communication skills with a range of patients and multidisciplinary colleagues.
2 Apply safe and effective practices in a range of radiographic examinations.
3 Demonstrate professional behaviours, conduct and attitudes in a range of radiographic examinations.
4 Practice a range of radiographic procedures under clinical supervision.
5 Reflect upon and discuss effective diagnostic imaging practice.

Indicative Module Content
This practice-based module will include experiential learning involving supervised practice, professional discussion and reflective activities which involve linking theory with practice. This will include orientation to the department and observation of the clinical practices on a day by day basis. Under supervision the student will undertake a range of radiographic procedures, demonstrating an appropriate level of care and communication before, during and after the intervention. The student will also have opportunities to self-assess radiographic skills and to plan and organise involvement in the department. Attendance at appropriate clinical meetings will be encouraged. The student will be given the opportunity to reflect on and discuss his/her progress and to explore personal strengths and to implement strategies to overcome weaknesses.

Module Delivery
This is a practice based module with supportive input from academic staff. Each student will undertake 37.5 hours per week in the nominated clinical imaging department for a period of 8 weeks.

Indicative Student Workload Full Time Part Time
Contact Hours N/A N/A
Non-Contact Hours 10 N/A
Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours 290 N/A
TOTAL 300 N/A
Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body 300  

ASSESSMENT PLAN
If a major/minor model is used and box is ticked, % weightings below are indicative only.
Component 1
Type: Practical Exam Weighting: 100% Outcomes Assessed: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Description: Continous clinical assessment, including completion of minimum required number of workbook topics and 100% attendance requirement.

MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR
Explanatory Text
Continuous clinical assessment
Module Grade Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade:
Pass Evidence of a pass grade in continuous clinical assessment.
Fail Unsuccessful in achieving a pass in continuous clinical assessment.
NS Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination

Module Requirements
Prerequisites for Module Successful completion of all Stage One modules.
Corequisites for module None.
Precluded Modules None.

INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY
1 BEGG, J.D., 2004. Accident & emergency X-rays made easy. London: Churchill Livingstone.
2 CARVER, E. and CARVER, B., 2021. Medical imaging. 3rd ed. London: Churchill Livingstone Elsevier.
3 Journals and Professional Publications.

Robert Gordon University, Garthdee House, Aberdeen, AB10 7QB, Scotland, UK: a Scottish charity, registration No. SC013781