Research Methods & Ultrasound Literature (MEDI90083)

Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5Online

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Overview

Availability
Semester 1 - Online
Semester 2 - Online
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This subject will work through research methods applicable to understanding echocardiography and clinical ultrasound literature. Learning will be reinforced by completing a series of assignments focused on evaluating echocardiography and clinical ultrasound publications.

Intended learning outcomes

The completion of the subject, students should:

  • Acquire knowledge of research principles and methods applicable to ultrasound research
  • Develop a body of knowledge related to understanding ultrasound literature
  • Develop cognitive skills to reflect critically on clinical ultrasound literature
  • Develop research skills to justify and interpret methodologies and conclusions in the ultrasound literature
  • Apply knowledge and skills to critically evaluate ultrasound literature and relate this to professional practice

Generic skills

1. Improve critical evaluation skills
2. Evaluate the safety and practice of ultrasound in clinical practice
3. Demonstrate enhanced interpretive skills
4. Understand the limitations of particular research methods
5. Demonstrate the ability to choose methods appropriate to research aims and objectives

Last updated: 4 March 2025

Eligibility and requirements

Prerequisites

Admission into the MC-CU Master of Clinical Ultrasound

AND

All of

Code Name Teaching period Credit Points
MEDI90056 Advanced Anatomy and Doppler Analysis
Semester 1 (Online)
Semester 2 (Online)
 12.5
MEDI90057 Advanced Valve and Aortic Pathology
Semester 1 (Online)
Semester 2 (Online)
 12.5
MEDI90058 Applications of Echocardiography
Semester 2 (Online)
Semester 1 (Online)
 12.5
MEDI90059 Advanced Echocardiography Interpretation
Semester 1 (Online)
Semester 2 (Online)
 12.5

This subject is not available for students admitted in any other courses.

Corequisites

None

Non-allowed subjects

None

Recommended background knowledge

It is recommended that the following are completed before undertaking this subject:

MEDI90049 - Principles of Ultrasound Heart Scan

MEDI90050 - Doppler Echocardiography

MEDI90051 - Ventricular Function

Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)

The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.

Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home

Last updated: 4 March 2025

Assessment

DescriptionTimingPercentage

Consists of 10 multiple choice questions per tutorial (9 tutorials) - Completion by end of semester 

  • 20 minutes (each)
Throughout the teaching period20%

Completion of structured assignment of critical analysis of ultrasound literature. Candidates will review and analyse literature and answer structured questions using a MCQ format. This will require approximately 40 hours of work, and is equivalent to 5 x 500 word assignments

  • 2500 words (equivalent)
End of the teaching period50%

Open-book multiple-choice exam of 50 questions (1 week)  

During the examination period30%

Additional details

 Note: Feedback will be provided at the completion of each tutorial and assignment and is spread across the whole subject.

 

 

 

Last updated: 4 March 2025

Dates & times

Time commitment details

170 hours per 12.5 credit point subject

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Additional delivery details

This subject is taught online. Course materials will be distributed to students at the beginning of semester. Administration is via email.

Last updated: 4 March 2025

Further information

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    Prescribed texts

    All course materials will be provided during the course

  • Related Handbook entries

    This subject contributes to the following:

    TypeName
    CourseMaster of Clinical Ultrasound

Last updated: 4 March 2025