MPY8007 : Radiation Safety and Diagnostic Radiology 1
MPY8007 : Radiation Safety and Diagnostic Radiology 1
- Offered for Year: 2024/25
- Module Leader(s): Dr Claire-Louise Chapple
- Lecturer: Mrs Audrey Macdonald, Mr IAn Birch, Dr Eve Dougeni, Mr Joe Spoor, Professor David Brooks, Dr Kevin Robson, Dr Richard McNally, Dr Richard Peace
- Owning School: School of Medical Education
- Teaching Location: Mixed Location
Semesters
Your programme is made up of credits, the total differs on programme to programme.
| Semester 1 Credit Value: | 20 |
| ECTS Credits: | 10.0 |
| European Credit Transfer System | |
Pre-requisite
Modules you must have done previously to study this module
Pre Requisite Comment
N/A
Co-Requisite
Modules you need to take at the same time
Co Requisite Comment
N/A
Aims
This module provides the student with the knowledge that underpins the radiation safety and diagnostic radiology physics specialism in the second year of the Scientist Training Programme (STP), whilst developing critical appraisal skills.
Outline Of Syllabus
Radioactive Materials
Radiation Protection Culture and Governance
Learning Outcomes
Intended Knowledge Outcomes
On completion of the module students should be able to:
1. Explain the principles of radioactive waste management, including BPM/BAT and environmental impact assessment.
2. Discuss the regulatory framework for radiation safety both internationally and within the UK.
3. Demonstrate extended understanding of current UK radiation safety legislation and its application within healthcare.
4. Demonstrate a critical awareness of the importance of radiation safety culture within an organisation and discuss ways to assess and improve this.
Intended Skill Outcomes
On completion of the module students should be able to:
1) Critically appraise the application of legislation governing the holding, use, and transport of radioactive materials.
2) Justify strategies for responding to incidents involving radioactive materials.
3) Apply integrative knowledge of radiation safety requirements following nuclear medicine diagnostic and therapy procedures.
4) Critically evaluate organisational structure for managing radiation safety.
5) Critically assess the radiation risk in a range of situations and the requirements for communication of the risk.
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 1:30 | 1:30 | 90 minute closed book exam |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 7 | 1:00 | 7:00 | Formative assessment practice |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Lecture | 20 | 1:00 | 20:00 | Present in person: Lectures/demonstrations/visits |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 22:30 | 22:30 | Written exercise - 2,300 words |
| Structured Guided Learning | Lecture materials | 2 | 1:00 | 2:00 | Non-synchronous online: eg ReCap/voice over.PPT, student tasks |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Practical | 2 | 1:00 | 2:00 | Present in person: Practicals and results analysis |
| Structured Guided Learning | Academic skills activities | 2 | 1:00 | 2:00 | Non-synchronous online: eg guided critical reading and maths problems |
| Guided Independent Study | Directed research and reading | 1 | 25:00 | 25:00 | Independent and self-directed research eg module reading list |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Small group teaching | 10 | 1:00 | 10:00 | Present in person: Tutorial/debates/problem based learning/scenario practice/student led learning |
| Structured Guided Learning | Structured non-synchronous discussion | 5 | 1:00 | 5:00 | Non-synchronous online: eg moderated discussion boards |
| Guided Independent Study | Independent study | 103 | 1:00 | 103:00 | N/A |
| Total | 200:00 |
Teaching Rationale And Relationship
The underpinning knowledge of the radiation safety & diagnostic radiology physics syllabus will be taught by present-in-person lectures, with limited online non-synchronous lectures.
Small group teaching will be used to explore complex topics, supported by problem based learning and group discussions.
Small group teaching and coursework will further develop critical understanding and appraisal of analytical skills, particularly in regard to the processes required to ensure safe working with radioactive materials, and safety culture and governance arrangements for all work with ionising radiation
Reading Lists
Assessment Methods
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
Exams
| Description | Length | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written Examination | 90 | 1 | A | 50 | Unseen written (closed book) PIP exam. To pass this module candidates must achieve a mark of at least 50% in the exam. |
Exam Pairings
| Module Code | Module Title | Semester | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radiotherapy Physics 1 | 1 | N/A | |
| Nuclear Medicine 1 | 1 | N/A | |
| Imaging with Non Ionising Radiation 1 | 1 | N/A |
Other Assessment
| Description | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written exercise | 2 | M | 50 | 2,300 word essay |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
It is through the written exercise and closed book examination that the students’ critical understanding and analytical skills applicable to the radiation safety field will be assessed.
In order to pass this module candidates must achieve a mark of at least 50% in the examination.
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- MPY8007's Timetable
Past Exam Papers
- Exam Papers Online : www.ncl.ac.uk/exam.papers/
- MPY8007's past Exam Papers
General Notes
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