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Course Type: LEC - Regular class without lab

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MSAT 6550 General Medical Conditions.

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MSAT 6700. Advanced Diagnostic Imaging for the Athletic Training Profession (1) F

This course provides an opportunity for students to gain exposure to the diagnostic imaging techniques commonly used by the medical community in diagnosis of injury in the athlete. Upon completion of the course, students will be able to identify anatomy and understand terminology used by health professionals when discussing diagnostic images and have an advanced understanding of indications, contraindications, and clinical implications.

Prerequisites: MSAT 6550

After examining the curriculum for a course to insert a radiology module, no course was able to allow the time needed to gain effective education on this skill. After speaking with Dr. Walker, a 1-credit course will

both meet the needs of the athletic training students and fit within the existing curriculum credit limit.

Additionally, the field of athletic training has expanded to include employment of athletic training

program graduates (who pass their board certification exam) at doctors' offices as physician extenders.

Basic knowledge of diagnostic imagining would serve the athletic training student well in the role of a

physician extender.

Finally, athletic training students are exposed to diagnostic imaging on a weekly basis in the athletic

training room and on visits to the doctor's office with the athlete; as a program director, I would be remiss

not to provide formal education to prepare the student for this exposure, optimizing the learning

experience.

*The undergraduate and graduate course neither meet in the same room, nor on the same day; they are

not held together and are two distinct groups. They will teach the undergrads in Weeks 13/14 for their

final presentation of their case study assignments.

*The graduate students do not get points for attendance and complete annotated radiograph and case

study assignments not included in the undergraduate course; this composes a difference of 84% in course

requirements and is equally reflective of a difference in academic rigor.

for substantive proposals only

1. Did this course receive unanimous approval within the Department? Yes No

If not, what are the major concerns raised by the opponents?

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2. If this is a new course proposal, could you achieve the desired results by revising an existing course within your department or by requiring an existing course in another department? Explain.

No; the depth of knowledge required and time to become acquainted with such knowledge will not fit into

AT 4550 (General Medical Conditions) and warrants a dedicated course.

3. How will the proposed course differ from similar offerings by other departments? Comment on any subject overlap between this course and topics generally taught by other departments, even if no similar courses are currently offered by the other departments.

Explain any effects that this proposal will have on program requirements or enrollments in other department. Please forward letters (email communication is sufficient) from all departments that you have identified above stating their support or opposition to the proposed course.

After speaking and meeting with Dr. Bob Walker, Chair of Radiological Sciences, there is not a course in existence to meet the needs of the athletic training student (see letter of support).

4. Is this course required for certification/accreditation of a program? Yes No

If so, a statement to that effect should appear in the justification and supporting documents should accompany this form.

5. For course proposals, attach a copy of the course syllabus to the form your are submitting to the Faculty Senate office. The syllabus should be sufficiently detailed so that committees can determine that the course is at the appropriate level and matches the description.

There should be an indication of the amount and type of outside activity required in the course (projects, research papers, homework,

etc.).

WEBER STATE UNIVERSITY

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH PROMOTION AND HUMAN PERFORMANCE

Athletic Training Education Program

Fall 2010 Syllabus

Course: MSAT 6700 Advanced Diagnostic Imaging for the Athletic Training Profession

Credit Hrs: 1

Schedule: Fridays 9-950am

Office: MH363

Phone: 801-626-7156 office

Email: rwalker2@weber.edu

Course Description:

This course provides an opportunity for students to gain exposure to the diagnostic imaging techniques commonly used by the medical community in diagnosis of injury in the athlete. Upon completion of the course, students will be able to identify anatomy and understand terminology used by health professionals when discussing diagnostic images and have an advanced understanding of indications, contraindications, and clinical implications.

Prerequisites: AT 6451

Course Goals & Objectives:

The goals of this course are to contribute to the student’s professional preparation by reviewing the knowledge, comprehension and application of the diagnostic imaging. Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to identify anatomical structures on various diagnostic images and use related terminology when discussing athletes’ cases with allied health professionals. In addition, the student will gain experience discussing radiographic images with their professor and medical professionals using correct language and anatomical landmarks.

Textbook(s):

Required: Digital Radiography: An Introduction. Seeram, A.D. Delmar-Cengage; United States, 2010.

Additional Resources: Online access.

Calculating your grade & Course Requirements:

Assignments

1. Three radiograph’s annotated with Anatomy (50 points each x 3) 150 points

2. Three computer-based case study scenarios (100 points each x 3) 300 points

3. Two Case Studies w/Presentations (200 points each x 2) 400 points

4. Written Final Exam (100) 100 points

950 points total

Final Grade

Your final grade is based on the number of points you earned divided by the total number of possible points.

1. Radiograph Annotation (50 points each; 150)

These assignments will test the student’s ability to locate anatomical structures, use correct terminology, and identify anatomy of potential injury ideology by examining an image. They will in no way “read” an image, but become acquainted with the contents of that image. Each of these will act as a test/exam of learned skills.

2. Computer-based Case Scenario (100 points each; 300)

Each student will complete three computer-based case study analyses. They will answer questions related to anatomy, terminology, and identification as they complete their case study analysis and draw parallels to the athletic training profession. This will be completed online through a connection to the radiology department.

3. Case Study with Oral Presentation (200 points each; 400)

Each graduate student will create and present a case study to the class. They must cover anatomical landmarks, common athletic injuries that occur at the selected joint, and basic radiological principles as they relate to their case. You must see Dr. Walker prior to beginning each case to clear your project idea.

Your presentation must be 50 minutes and cover all aspects of diagnostic imaging process.

4. Final Written Exam (100 points)

The student will be assessed in a final written exam covering all course material. This exam will be given in a Chi-tester lab on campus and will be offered during final exam week.

Students with Disabilities: Any student requiring accommodations or services due to a disability must contact Services for Students with Disabilities (SSD) in room 181 of the Student Service Center. SSD can also arrange to provide course material (including this syllabus) in alternative formats if necessary.

Harassment/Discrimination: Weber State University is committed to providing an environment free from harassment and other forms of discrimination based upon race, color, ethnic background, national origin, religion, creed, age, lack of American citizenship, disability, status of veteran of the Vietnam era, sexual orientation or preference or gender, including sexual/gender harassment. Such an environment is a necessary part of a healthy learning and working atmosphere because such discrimination undermines the sense of human dignity and sense of belonging of all people in the environment. Thus, students in this class should practice professional deportment, and avoid treating others in a manner that is demeaning or derisive in any respect.

While diverse viewpoints and opinions are welcome in this class, in expressing them, we will practice the mutual deference so important in the world of work. Thus, while I encourage you to share your opinions, when appropriate, you will be expected to do so in a manner that is respectful towards others, even when you disagree with them.

MSAT 6700 Course Calendar

Week 1

-Review the basic Radiographic Principle

-Radiographic Terminology

-AP/PA

-Proximal and Distal

-Anterior and Posterior Oblique

-Lateral

-Proper Image Display for each View

-Radiation Protection

-Time

-distance

Shielding

-Image Evaluation

-Contrast and Density

-Manipulation of Digital Images

Week 2

-Review radiographic anatomy of the upper extremity

-Upper Extremities-Hand Finger Thumb, Hand and Wrist

-Facture and Dislocation

-Range of Motion, Fracture/ Dislocation of Forearm and Elbow

-Positive Fat pad sign for Joint effusion

Week 3

-Upper Extremities MRI, CT and Other Imaging Modalities of the Upper Extremity

-Pathology

-Bone

-Soft tissue

-Review Radiographs of Surgical repaired Upper Extremities

Week 4

-Review Radiographic Anatomy of Shoulder Girdle and Boney Thorax

-Fracture/ Dislocation and Range of Motion Shoulder, Scapula, clavicle, Sternum,

Ribs and all associated Joints

*Radiologist interprets a series of radiographs of the upper extremity

Week 5

-MRI, CT and Other Imaging Modalities of the Shoulder Girdle and Boney Thorax

-Pathology

-Bone

-Soft tissue

-Review Radiographs of Surgical repaired Shoulder and associate Joints

Week 6

-Review Radiographic Anatomy of the Nose, Mandible and Facial Bones

(Orbits, zygomatic arches)

-Fracture and Dislocation Injuries of the Facial Area

-MRI, CT and Other Imaging Modalities of the Facial Bones

-Pathology

-Bone

-Soft tissue

-Review Radiographs of Surgical repaired facial bones

*Radiologist interprets a series of radiographs of the head/face

Week 7

-Review Radiographic Anatomy of the complete Spine

-Fracture and Dislocation Injuries of the Spine

-MRI, CT and Other Imaging Modalities of the Spine

-Pathology

-Bone

-Soft tissue

-Review Radiographs of Surgical repaired Spinal Injuries

*Radiologist interprets a series of radiographs of the C-spine

Week 8

-Review radiographic anatomy of the lower Extremity

-Lower Extremities-Foot, Ankle, Knee

-Facture and Dislocation

-Range of Motion

-Joint effusion

Week 9

-MRI, CT and Other Imaging Modalities of the Lower Extremity

-Pathology

-Bone

-Soft tissue

-Review Radiographs of Surgical repaired Lower Extremity Injuries

*Radiologist interprets a series of radiographs of the lower extremity

Week 10

-Review radiographic anatomy of the Pelvis and Hip

-Pelvis and Hip

-Facture and Dislocation

-Range of Motion

-Joint effusion

*Radiologist interprets a series of radiographs of the Pelvic girdle

Week 11

-MRI, CT and Other Imaging Modalities of the Pelvis and hip

-Pathology

-Bone

-Soft tissue

-Review Radiographs of Surgical repaired pelvis and Hip

Week 12

-Review Radiographic Anatomy of the Thorax and Abdomen

Thorax and Abdominal Injuries

-Lung Injury

-Diaphragm injury

-Abdominal Cavity Injuries

-Peritoneal

-Retro-peritoneal

-Pelvic

- MRI, CT and Other Imaging Modalities of the Thorax and Abdomen

*Radiologist interprets a series of radiographs of the Thorax

Week 13

-Radiographic Case Studies Presented to UGAT Students and Instructor; M 1-150pm

Week 14

-Radiographic Case Studies Presented by UGAT Student and Instructor; M 1-150pm

Final Exam Week; see Course Requirements