Bachelor of Radiography in Diagnostic

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1:

• Perform quality control tests to evaluate compliance with radiographic equipment and accessories in an imaging facility.
• Apply Quality Assurance principles for optimal client satisfaction in an imaging facility.
• Apply radiographic techniques/principles in line with relevant legislature in Forensic Imaging.
• Apply pattern recognition principles to differentiate between normal and abnormal radiographic appearances in Diagnostic Imaging.
• Apply imaging principles and techniques to produce optimal images in the Diagnostic Imaging setting.
• Conduct research to identify areas of lack of knowledge in clinical education and mentoring to design a tool for improvement in the clinical setting.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2:

• Evaluate radiographic images for diagnostic quality according to relevant criteria.
• Ensure images conform to medico-legal requirements.
• Apply integrated knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and pathology to evaluate normal and abnormal radiographic appearances.
• Identify and apply corrective measures to improve diagnostic quality.
• Communicate radiographic appearances to referring healthcare professionals.
• Exercise independent judgement in performing additional radiographic views when justified.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3:

• Interpret request forms for validity and select appropriate techniques based on relevant knowledge.
• Select and utilize accessory equipment and imaging systems for specific positioning techniques.
• Apply radiation protection and safety measures effectively.
• Prepare and perform routine and specialised radiographic techniques competently.
• Apply infection control and aseptic principles for examinations.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 4:

• Utilize radiographic knowledge to solve basic and complex clinical situations.
• Evaluate efficiency of a Radiographic Imaging facility using managerial skills.
• Apply radiation protection principles to ensure effective protection.
• Use research to identify clinical challenges affecting patient satisfaction and develop interventions.
• Develop and implement quality management policies for compliance.
• Integrate professional values and skills to maintain human dignity in healthcare settings.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 5:

• Recognize and act upon psychological, cultural, and ethical considerations professionally.
• Protect patient rights as per relevant laws and maintain confidentiality.
• Identify and address ethical challenges within the medical context.
• Formulate ethical principles respecting cultural diversity and traditions.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 6:

• Review scholarly literature for relevant information in health science.
• Apply scientific methodologies to gather and process research data.
• Evaluate research outputs to identify solutions to challenges in health science.
• Present and communicate research outputs effectively.
• Interpret research outputs to understand scientific phenomenon in Diagnostic Radiography.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 7:

• Conceptualize academic, professional, or occupational ideas into Diagnostic Radiography.
• Share ideas within the Health Sciences Environment.
• Produce radiological images for patient diagnosis in Diagnostic Radiography.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 8:

• Plan and develop total quality management strategies in Diagnostic Radiography.
• Apply total quality management principles effectively in a clinical setting.
• Apply patient care and radiation protection according to departmental protocols.
• Produce quality images for accurate radiological diagnosis.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 9:

• Analyze and manage sources efficiently within legal frameworks.
• Identify principles of entrepreneurship to compile a business plan for independent imaging practice.
• Obtain approval from relevant regulatory and legislative authorities.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 10:

• Identify different learning strategies for professional and lifelong learning needs in Health Education.
• Apply learning strategies to address professional needs.
• Design a framework of learning opportunities for radiographers.
• Compile a professional development program for continuous education.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 11:

• Demonstrate responsibility in the clinical environment.
• Make effective decisions in challenging clinical scenarios.
• Utilize radiologic and radiographic resources for optimal service delivery.

Integrated Assessment:

• Assess learners' ability to demonstrate applied knowledge and competence.
• Evidence of applied competence in authentic contexts.
• Use formative and summative assessment strategies.
• Formative assessment includes tests, assignments, literature reviews, case studies, presentations, simulations.
• Summative assessment includes examinations, portfolios, supervisor reports, OSCE.