Obstetric and Gynaecologic Sonography

Course aim

The aim of this course is to allow the student to acquire the advanced knowledge and skills required to practice in the area of obstetric and gynaecologic sonography with autonomy, well developed judgement, adaptability and responsibility.

Course content

Scanning techniques and interpretation of images of female pelvis (anatomy, transabdominal and transvaginal scanning techniques), first, second and third trimesters of pregnancy, and the related disease processes, physiology, pathophysiology and embryology.

Textbook(s)

-, Online resources will be advised

Prerequisite(s)

Common to all relevant programs
Subject Area & Catalogue Number	Course Name
RADY 5015	Superficial Parts Sonography
RADY 5013	Abdominal Sonography
RADY 5024	Professional Issues for Sonographers
RADY 5030	Ultrasound Physics and Instrumentation

Corequisite(s)

The student must be engaged in ultrasound examinations for a minimum of 200 hours per study period.

Teaching method

Component	Duration
EXTERNAL, CITY EAST, ONLINE
External (Online)	- x 13 weeks
Workshop (On campus - optional)	7 hours x -

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Case study, Examination, Quiz

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 2)
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Fee-paying program for domestic and international students
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* Equivalent Full Time Study Load. Please note: all EFTSL values are published and calculated at ten decimal places. Values are displayed to three decimal places for ease of interpretation.