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MODULE DESCRIPTOR | |||
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Module Title | |||
Radiography Elective Placement | |||
Reference | HS3123 | Version | 4 |
Created | April 2023 | SCQF Level | SCQF 9 |
Approved | July 2018 | SCQF Points | 30 |
Amended | June 2023 | ECTS Points | 15 |
Aims of Module | |||
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The aim of this module is to enable the student to develop clinical knowledge and skills in challenging and/or unfamilar locations. In addition the elective nature of this module aims to facilitate development of organisational and planning skills. |
Learning Outcomes for Module | |
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On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to: | |
1 | Demonstrate highly effective communication skills required to work effectively in unfamilar clinical environments. |
2 | Apply safe and effective practices in unfamilar clinical environments. |
3 | Demonstrate professional behaviours, conduct and attitudes in unfamilar clinical environments. |
4 | Practice a range of radiographic procedures under clinical supervision in unfamilar clinical environments. |
5 | Demonstrate effective organisation, planning, arrangement and reflective experiences of the elective placement. |
Indicative Module Content |
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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 |
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This module consists of an elective placement where the student arranges to undertake a 4 week (150 hours) period of clinical placement in a radiology department of their choosing. |
Indicative Student Workload | Full Time | Part Time |
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Contact Hours | 10 | N/A |
Non-Contact Hours | 140 | N/A |
Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours | 150 | N/A |
TOTAL | 300 | N/A |
Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body | 150 |   |
ASSESSMENT PLAN | |||||
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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: | Continuous clinical assessment including 100% attendance. |
MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR | |
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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 | |
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Prerequisites for Module | A provisional pass in HS3089 Radiography Practice Education 3 will normally be required. |
Corequisites for module | None. |
Precluded Modules | None. |
INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY | |
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1 | CARVER, E. and CARVER, B. 2012. Medical imaging. 2nd ed. London: Churchill Livingstone Elsevier. |
2 | Journals and Professional Publications. |