Definitions, aetiology, pathogenesis; pathologies and their clinical manifestations of: Skeletal system incl. muscles, ligaments, joints, cardiovascular system, respiratory system, digestive system, urogenital system (incl. reproductive organs); endocrine system; nervous system; hospital hygiene, environmental hygiene, disinfection/sterilization, basic concepts and areas of responsibility of infection hygiene

• The student has basic knowledge of pathological changes in the human organism and of hygiene measures relevant to the profession.

• The student can take into account the requirements of medical and medical-physical quality assurance as well as the legal regulations on environmental protection and hygiene.

• This knowledge forms the basis for acquiring further specialist skills in radiology technology.

Presenting form (lecture)

Final exam

Basic terms, direction and position designations, general definitions, structure, morphology and function of cells and tissue, structure, organs, topography, blood supply of the following systems: skeletal system incl. muscles, ligaments and joints; cardiovascular system; respiratory system; digestive system; urogenital system; endocrine system; nervous system; sensory organs; blood and hematopoietic system; lymphatic system; embryonic and fetal development

• The student can recognize and name the respective anatomical structures on specimens, images and sectional images and relate them to each other spatially

• The student can correctly name and apply anatomical terms, directional and positional designations and general definitions

• The student can name and relate the structure, morphology and function of cells and different tissue types from embryonic development to the adult with regard to their organ systems, topography and the associated blood supply

Presenting form (lecture)

Final exam: Final written examination with partial performance (online supported examination)

Pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics, effects and side effects, dosage, application, shelf life, storage and disposal of occupationally relevant groups of drugs: Analgesics, hypnotics, narcotics, cardiovascular drugs, anticoagulants, drugs with an effect on the endocrine system Contrast media: areas of application and classification, contrast media side effects and measures, significance of flow, quantity, concentration of applied contrast media, indications, contraindications

• The student acquires the ability to name all drugs, including contrast media, with their application and safe waste disposal, which are used in the professional field and in emergency medicine (resuscitation).

• The student acquires the competence to name professionally relevant laboratory values and to describe their effects on radiological examinations.

• The student develops an understanding of the properties of contrast media and in particular their side effects.

• The student learns to control physiological parameters.

Presenting form (lecture)

Final exam: Final examination (written, online supported examination)

Basic terms, direction and position designations, general definitions, structure, morphology and function of cells and tissue, function of organs, blood supply of the following systems: skeletal system incl. muscles, ligaments and joints; cardiovascular system; respiratory system; digestive system; urogenital system; endocrine system; nervous system; sensory organs; blood and hematopoietic system; lymphatic system; embryonic and fetal development

• The student can correctly name and use anatomical terminology, directional and positional terms and general definitions

• The student can name and relate the function of cells and different tissue types from embryonic development to the adult with regard to their organ systems, topography and the associated blood supply.

Presenting form (lecture)

Final exam: Final course examination: written (online supported examination)

Process of image formation; modes of action of X-rays in radiological imaging; technology of radiological imaging systems; exposure techniques; criteria of image quality and image quality criteria, resolution, contrast; causes of reduced image quality; minimization of radiation exposure as well as scattered radiation and blurring.

• Students will be able to explain the influence of digital detectors on image quality and dose

• Students know how to understand a detector data sheet and evaluate the individual key figures

• Students can describe the process of image data creation

• Students know the relationship between image quality and physical influencing factors

• Students know the criteria (key figures and parameters) for assessing image quality

• Students are familiar with the causes of reduced image quality and the corresponding influencing variables for improving image quality, modifying them and implementing quality assurance measures

• Students can describe the principles of basic digital image data generation and name innovative methods of data generation

• Students can establish a connection between the clinical field of application and the properties of digital detectors

• Students can describe the technical and physical structure of detectors and explain how the most important components work

• Students can understand the basics of the interaction between X-rays and matter and apply them to the use of digital detectors

Presenting form (lecture)

Final exam

Concepts and technical terms (image formats, image compression); gray value histogram, gray value profile; linear and non-linear gray value corrections; types of filters; arithmetic image operations, morphological operations; frequency space;

• The student can carry out and describe the frequency distributions of gray values using the gray value histogram

• The student can describe and apply linear and non-linear gray value corrections Explain types of filters and their applications

• The student can describe arithmetic image operations and explain their application

• The student can explain the concept of frequency space

• The student can explain the structure of the DICOM standard

• The student can explain data transfer of DICOM objects on the basis of service classes

• The student knows the basic concepts of digital radiology systems such as Picture Archiving and Communication System and connected information systems.

Integrative course

Final exam

Fundamentals of atomic and nuclear physics, radioactivity, properties and formation of radiation, interaction processes of ionizing radiation with matter (incl. attenuation and scattering), dose, terms, definitions, units, radiation detection (dosimetry), application of radiation in diagnostics and therapy

• Students can describe the formation and properties of radiation.

• Students can describe the difference between different types of radiation and explain decay schemes and types of decay.

• Students can explain the use of ionizing radiation in medicine.

• Students can explain the different interaction processes of ionizing radiation with matter and the dose concepts.

• Students will be able to apply radiation physics formulas relevant to their profession.

• Students can describe the principle of radiation detection methods (dosimetry).

Presenting form (lecture)

Final exam: Final examination: written (online supported examination) with interim examinations.

Legal provisions (legal basis - MedStrSchV, Federal Law Gazette II No. 375/2017), standards and standard structure, acceptance test, constancy test and practical implementation (exercises in groups) on apparatus and devices;

Creation of "faulty" X-ray images for fault detection and fault allocation.

Recognition of incorrect parameters in the imaging and findings situation.

• Students will be able to recognize typical technical deficiencies in imaging procedures and systematically analyze their causes.

• Students are able to apply test procedures for quality assurance in accordance with technical standards and evaluate their results.

• Students can plan and carry out technical quality controls taking into account current standards (e.g. ÖNORM, ISO).

• Students can document the results of technical quality controls according to defined standards.

• Students can document technical faults and their rectification in a comprehensible manner.

Activating form (practical exercises with guided exercises, group work, case studies/case analyses)

Continuous assessment

Components of an X-ray system, their functional principle and correct technical operation.

Exposure-related parameters, in particular energy and dose of X-rays, reduction of scattered radiation, and their effects on the radiological image.

Technical terminology, explanations of terms, projections and spatial directions, geometric laws of X-ray image generation.
Patient information on the technical procedure and execution of the examination.
Correct application of practical and technical radiation protection measures of all kinds. Technical language in the context of target group-oriented comprehensibility.

Analysis of images, evaluation with regard to qualitative guidelines, recognition of errors in imaging and adjustment techniques and their correction.

Special setting techniques in the fields of orthopaedics, traumatology, pediatrics, geriatrics, intensive care medicine and mammography

Safe and ergonomic work with reference to self-protection and the protection of others.

• The student can assess the appropriateness and plausibility of the examination ordered on the basis of the acquired knowledge of indications and contraindications.

• The student can inform the patient about the course of the planned examination and make all necessary preparations for it.

• The student can perform the standardized adjustment technique independently and professionally, taking into account patient-specific requirements, such as positioning, selection of suitable parameters, geometric laws, etc., using suitable positioning aids.

• The student can assess the images taken, recognize incorrect positioning, assess image quality and dose parameters and take corrective measures.

• Students are able to carry out standardized X-ray adjustment techniques independently and correctly while complying with relevant safety and quality criteria.

• The student knows the basics of practical radiation protection and can work in the radiation field without endangering him/herself or others.

• Students will be able to select and correctly use the equipment and protocols required for specific radiographs.

• Students are able to position patients correctly according to individual anatomical and clinical requirements.

• The students know the requirements, special features in the preparation, execution and analysis of radiological images in orthopaedics and can carry them out.

• The student knows the requirements, special features in the preparation, execution and analysis of radiological images in traumatology, in particular the necessity of alternative positioning and adjustment techniques and is able to apply these

• Students are able to distinguish the anatomical and physiological differences between pediatric patients and adults and the resulting requirements, special features in the preparation and performance of radiological images in the field of pediatrics.

• The student knows the requirements and special features of preparing, performing and analyzing radiological images in geriatrics.

• Students are able to describe the requirements, special features in the preparation, implementation and special features of radiation protection of radiological images in the operating theater.

• Students will be able to describe the requirements and special features of preparing, performing and analyzing radiological images in mammography.

• The student understands the principles for safe and ergonomic work in the radiation field and can implement these in practice. The student knows the hygiene standards in projection radiography and can apply them in practice.

(Lecture, demonstrations, group work, portfolio; guided exercises, group work, role play, case studies/case analyses)

Continuous assessment: Immanent performance review with final practical examination

Principle of X-ray beam generation.

Components of an X-ray system, their functional principle and correct technical operation.

Exposure-related parameters, in particular energy and dose of X-rays, reduction of scattered radiation, and their effects on radiological imaging.

Technical terminology, explanations of terms, projections and spatial directions, geometric laws of X-ray image generation.
Patient information on the technical procedure and performance of the examination.
Correct application of technical radiation protection measures of all kinds. Technical language in the context of target group-oriented comprehensibility.

Analyzing images, evaluating them with regard to qualitative guidelines, recognizing errors in imaging technology and correcting them.

Safe and ergonomic work with regard to self-protection and the protection of others.

• The students are able to understand the principle of the generation of X-rays, the the structure and principle of all the components of X-ray systems involved in the components of X-ray systems and can operate them correctly.

• Students understand the geometric principles of X-ray imaging and can apply these in a targeted manner when taking images.

• The student knows the basics of practical radiation protection and can work in the radiation field without endangering him/herself or others.

• The student knows the relationship between radiation quality, radiation quantity and their effects on radiation dose and can apply this knowledge in practical radiation protection.

• The student knows the relationship between beam quality, beam quantity and their effects on image quality and can implement this knowledge in the optimization of the exposure parameters.

• The student will be able to assess the images taken, recognize technical and image quality errors and take corrective action.

• The student can use technical language in a way that is understandable for the target group.

VO (lecture, demonstration) Activating: practical exercises (guided exercises, group work, role play, case studies/case analyses)

Continuous assessment

Principle of X-ray beam generation.

Components of an X-ray system, their functional principle and correct technical operation.

Exposure-related parameters, in particular energy and dose of X-rays, reduction of scattered radiation, and their effects on radiological imaging.

Technical terminology, explanations of terms, projections and spatial directions, geometric laws of X-ray image generation.
Patient information on the technical procedure and performance of the examination.
Correct application of technical radiation protection measures of all kinds. Technical language in the context of target group-oriented comprehensibility.

Analyzing images, evaluating them with regard to qualitative guidelines, recognizing errors in imaging technology and correcting them.

Safe and ergonomic work with regard to self-protection and the protection of others.

• The student can assess the appropriateness and plausibility of the examination ordered on the basis of the acquired knowledge of indications and contraindications.

• The student can inform the patient about the course of the planned examination and make all necessary preparations for it.

• The student can perform the standardized adjustment technique independently and professionally, taking into account patient-specific requirements such as positioning, selection of suitable parameters, geometric laws, etc., using suitable positioning aids.

• The student can assess the images taken, recognize incorrect positioning, assess image quality and dose parameters and take corrective measures.

• Students are able to carry out standardized X-ray adjustment techniques independently and correctly while complying with relevant safety and quality criteria.

• The student knows the basics of practical radiation protection and can work in the radiation field without endangering him/herself or others.

• The student knows the principles of X-ray contrast medium examinations and can prepare and follow them up.

• Students will be able to select and correctly use the equipment and protocols required for specific radiographs.

• Students are able to position patients correctly according to individual anatomical and clinical requirements.

• Students know the requirements and special features of preparing, performing and analyzing radiological images in orthopaedics and are able to do so

• The student knows the requirements, special features in the preparation, execution and analysis of radiological images in traumatology, in particular the necessity of alternative positioning and adjustment techniques and is able to use these.

• Students are able to distinguish the anatomical and physiological differences between pediatric patients and adults and the resulting requirements, special features in the preparation and performance of radiological images in the field of pediatrics.

• Students will be able to name the requirements and special features of preparing, performing and analyzing radiological images in geriatrics.

• The student knows the requirements, special features in the preparation, execution and special features of radiation protection of radiological images in the operating theater.

• The student understands the principles for safe and ergonomic work in the radiation field and can implement these in practice. He/she knows the hygiene standards in projection radiography and can apply them in practice.

• The student can independently and professionally perform the standardized adjustment technique in mammography, taking into account patient-specific requirements.

• The students can justify the special images including interventions in the field of mammography and alternative as well as newer or supplementary examination methods.

• The students are able to reproduce the basics of the breast cancer screening program in Austria.

• Students will be able to describe the quality assurance measures relevant to radiation protection in the field of mammography.

• The student knows the principles of X-ray contrast medium examinations in mammography and can prepare and follow up these examinations.

VO (lecture, demonstrations, group work, portfolio); UE Activating form (guided exercises, group work, role play, case studies/case analyses)

Final exam

Physical-technical basics, functional principle, technical components, radiation protection CT, image calculation, image display, image quality and optimization options, artifacts, quality assurance;
Important indications and contraindications, radiological anamnesis; preparation, implementation, evaluation and documentation, aftercare, protocols incl. Contrast agent application in computed tomography examinations and interventions of selected organ areas, selected special procedures and areas of application, in accordance with the current state of the art and international standards;
Image processing and image evaluation, 2D, 3D;
Case discussions and case demonstrations from a medical perspective using selected routine examinations

• Students can analyze the CT assignment, select, justify and apply the materials, devices and protocols/parameters, medications (KM) for the CT examination or CT-guided treatment according to the subject, indication and patient, document the examination and treatment data and evaluate, analyze and evaluate the results.

• Students will be able to take/create a radiological anamnesis, position and position patients using precise instructions, taking into account the indication and special personal needs and from the point of view of radiation protection and, if necessary, develop alternative patient-friendly positioning options.

• In CT, students are able to act in a patient and situation-appropriate manner, understand the equipment required for the radiology process, can weigh these up for the application and use them appropriately for the situation.

VO (lecture), UE Activating form (group work, guided exercises)

Module exam

Physical basics of image formation and technical image processing, functional principle, technical components (construction scheme, coil technology, additive technical accessories, ...), image data, sequence techniques; hazard and safety aspects, image processing, image analysis and image evaluation, post-processing methods (MPR, MIP, evaluations, etc.), parameter changes and their effects on image quality, image analysis (contrasts, parameters, artifacts, case studies, ...), image quality, image analysis (contrasts, parameters, artifacts, case studies, ...).), parameter changes and their effects on image quality, image analysis (contrasts, parameters, artifacts, case studies,...), classification of anatomical and pathological structures on the sectional image, indications and contraindications; safety aspects; patient-friendly care; positioning, planning of examination protocols, execution, evaluation, post-processing and documentation according to the current state of the art and science; indication-related sequence and parameter selection and their optimization possibilities; contrast agent application; hygiene; quality assurance; clinical case discussions and case demonstrations from a medical point of view using selected routine and special examinations

• The student has knowledge of the technical-physical basics, the functional principle, the technical components of MRI imaging equipment, as well as standard examinations and interventions.

• The student is familiar with the processes of image creation, image processing, post-processing methods, sequencing techniques and image quality criteria.

• The student is familiar with the safety aspects, standard examinations, indications, contraindications and the tasks of radiology technologists in the MRI context.

• The student can assess image quality, recognize and correct artifacts and apply examination protocols according to the indication.

• The student is able to position patients correctly, plan, carry out and follow up basic examinations.

• The student can analyze anatomical and pathological structures and adjust the examination parameters accordingly.

• The student is able to implement safety measures, assess clinical indications and evaluate diagnostic results.

• The student can work in interdisciplinary teams and organize MRI procedures in a patient-oriented manner.

Presenting form (lecture)

Module exam

Preparation and performance of examinations Evaluation of results with regard to qualitative guidelines in conventional radiology.

Reflection on practical work in the implementation of theoretical teaching/learning content, dealing with stressful situations,clarification discussions.

• The student can assess the appropriateness and plausibility of the examination ordered with regard to indications and contraindications

• The student can inform the patient about the course of the planned examination and make all necessary preparations for it

• The student can operate the X-ray equipment professionally

• The student can perform the standardized adjustment technique independently and professionally, taking into account patient-specific requirements, such as positioning/positioning, selection of suitable parameters, geometric laws, etc., using suitable aids such as wedge filters, positioning aids, etc.

• The student is able to assess the photographs taken, recognize errors, both in terms of setting technique and image quality in general, and can take corrective action.

• The student can apply radiation protection in practice

• The student must be able to independently perform at least 100 examinations from the organ areas thorax, skeleton, breast, urogenital tract and gastrointestinal tract, taking into account the above-mentioned points (FH-MTD-AV, Annex 12)

• Students can reflect on relevant situations in the practical learning phase.

Practical learning phase: patient-oriented, practical implementation of theoretical teaching content

Continuous assessment

Radiation protection-relevant aspects of X-ray equipment for diagnostics; enclosed radioactive substances in diagnostics; radiation exposure of staff and other persons, especially patients, during the various examination procedures; determining the radiation exposure of staff and patients; protective measures in diagnostic applications; protection of the patient Quality assurance measures; exercises in small groups: protective measures when operating X-ray equipment in X-ray diagnostics and interventional radiology; determining the dose in X-ray diagnostics; correct application of dose concepts; reference values

• After completing the course, the student is able to name, explain and apply the radiation protection relevant aspects of X-ray equipment for diagnostics.

• After completion of the course, the student is able to correctly apply the protective measures in diagnostic applications to protect him/herself, occupationally exposed persons and the patient.

• After completing the course, the student is able to interpret the laws, regulations, standards and guidelines of radiation protection and transfer them into daily practice.

• After completing the course, the student will be able to correctly apply guideline and limit values and will be able to use measuring instruments and perform calculations.

• After completion of the course, the student can implement the corresponding radiation protection quality assurance measures

VO (lecture), UE Activating method (practical exercises)

Final exam: Partial performance 3: Final course examination: written (online supported examination) practical (exercise) (module examination)

Radiobiological chain of effects, influence of ionizing radiation on cells, radiation sensitivity, cell cycle, repair mechanism, dose-response relationships, linear-quadratic model, LET and RBE, hadrons, acute and late effects after radiation exposure, combination and interaction of ionizing radiation with systemic therapies such as chemotherapy, immunotherapy and targeted therapies

• After completing the course, the student can name and explain all radiobiological terms.

• After completing the course, students are able to explain biological and physical principles relevant to their profession, are familiar with tumor biology and its interrelationships and can provide information on physiological processes.

• After completing the course, the student is familiar with the clinical requirements and applications in radiation sensitivity and radiation sickness.

Presenting form (lecture)

Final exam: Partial performance 1: Final course examination: written (online supported examination) (module examination)

Radiation sources; radiation protection-relevant and application-specific dosimetry and dose quantities; guide values, limit values; radiation protection basics and basic principles; measuring devices; control of personal dose;
Laws, regulations, standards and guidelines in radiation protection;
Exercises in small groups: Handling devices for determining personal and local dose, calculating patient doses, use of test sources;

• After completion of the course, the student can name, explain and apply all basic principles of radiation protection.

• After completion of the course, the student is able to handle measuring devices for the determination of personal and local dose and to interpret the measurement results.

• After completing the course, the student is able to interpret the laws, regulations, standards and guidelines of radiation protection and transfer them into daily practice.

• After completing the course, the student can evaluate the correct application of guideline and limit values and can use measuring instruments and perform calculations.

VO (lecture), UE Activating method (practical exercises)

Final exam: Partial performance 2: Course concluding examination: written (online supported examination) practical (exercise) (module examination)

Nuclear medicine terminology; responsibilities of radiology technologists in nuclear medicine; the organization, structure and organization of a nuclear medicine institute; nuclear physics fundamentals; properties of radiopharmaceuticals; production of radionuclides and biotracers; chemical fundamentals of labelling and preparation; simple laboratory techniques; handling of open radioactive substances (rules of conduct, protective and decontamination measures) incl. storage and disposal; radiopharmaceutical quality control; the approval process; exercises in simple laboratory techniques and preparation of radionuclides in groups. Storage and disposal Radiopharmaceutical quality control; approval procedure Exercises on simple laboratory techniques, labeling and preparation of radionuclides in groups.

• The student can explain general physical principles from a radiology technology perspective.

• The student can name and operate the measuring devices used in nuclear medicine.

• The student is able to describe radionuclides and tracers used in nuclear medicine and to define their specific properties with regard to their radiochemical and pharmacological properties.

• The student is able to describe and discuss future developments in radiopharmaceuticals.

• The student is able to evaluate the quality control of radiopharmaceuticals and to take measures for optimization.

• The student is familiar with the organization and structure of nuclear medicine and the necessary regulatory and legal requirements for the operation and management of a nuclear medicine department. operation and management of a nuclear medicine department.

• The student knows the logistical processes that are necessary for the production and procurement of radionuclides and radiopharmaceuticals and can take measures to optimize these processes.

Presenting VO (lecture) and activating form (guided exercises)

Final exam: Final examination: Written (computer-based examination)

Structure, function and properties of the measuring equipment; quality control of the measuring equipment; image data management in nuclear medicine. General principles of nuclear physics for radiology technologists in nuclear medicine.

• The student can carry out and determine radiation protection measures.

• The student can describe the structure and application range of the measuring devices.

• The student can analyze and assess the causality of the measurement results.

• The student can name the types of tracer production.

• The student can explain, evaluate and discuss the design and technical specifications of measuring devices in nuclear medicine.

• The student can analyze and evaluate the suitability of a radionuclide as well as a measuring device for the examination or therapy treatment from a physical and technical point of view.

• The student is able to carry out decontamination measures in the event of contamination.

• The student knows the correct application of guide and limit values and can use measuring instruments and carry out calculations.

• The student is able to evaluate the quality control of radiopharmaceuticals and to take measures for optimization.

Activating form ILV, VO (lecture), UE (guided exercises)

Final exam: Final written examination

Nuclear medicine terminology; indications as well as contraindications, physiology and pathophysiology; theoretical and practical patient care; examination and therapy procedures; examination parameters; evaluation and interpretation of examination results; guidelines and standards (in particular of the ÖGN and DGN, EANM and IAEO); image examples from clinical routine from a radiological-technological perspective.

Presentation and discussion of selected case studies and evaluations from clinical practice from a medical and radiology perspective. Plausibility check of the acquired examination data (incl. pitfalls); evaluation options for the image data sets. Evaluation and optimization of the examination process.

Furthermore, as part of the ILV, students are introduced to "handling" in the routine by means of practice-oriented exercises, such as preparing and portioning radiopharmaceuticals, applying and interpreting the ECG, placing the Venflon, taking blood samples, measuring blood pressure and blood sugar.
Students are also taught the correct communication for a smooth examination procedure to ensure patient compliance.

• The student can name the indications and contraindications of selected examination examples and therapies and determine the radiological-technological appropriateness of the examination or treatment ordered on the basis of the knowledge of and carry out.

• The student can explain the relationship between the indication and the examination result.

• The student can analyze, compare and evaluate the recording and examination results with standards and adjust the examination parameters.

• The student can apply and implement theoretical knowledge of image processing.

• The student can generate and evaluate result image data sets from the acquired raw data.

• The student can document examination and treatment data and analyze and evaluate the results.

• The student can name the criteria for image quality and possible image artifacts and take measures to improve them.

• The student can name and recognize errors in the examination and therapy process and take measures to avoid them.

• The student can explain, evaluate and discuss the design and technical specifications of measuring devices in nuclear medicine.

• The student can analyze and evaluate the suitability of a radionuclide as well as a measuring device for the examination or therapy treatment from a physical and technical point of view.

• The student is able to operate the imaging modalities taking into account the latest scientific findings, to name their structure and technical specifications and to explain their function and principles.

• The student can name important examination parameters for the evaluation of examination data from a medical point of view.

• If necessary, the student can consult the responsible doctor about missing medically relevant information.

• The student can discuss the quality of the examination in an interdisciplinary manner with physicists, radiopharmacists and technicians.

• The student can determine the relationship between examination parameters, patient care, patient compliance and the examination results in the context of nuclear medicine examinations or treatments, describe deviations and, if necessary, discuss the corresponding parameters in an interdisciplinary manner and correct them if necessary.

• The student uses the right communication to ensure that the examination runs smoothly and that patient compliance is ensured.

• In the context of nuclear medicine therapies, the student can name the interdisciplinary relationship between therapy parameters, patient care, patient compliance and therapy results, describe deviations and, if necessary, discuss the corresponding parameters in an interdisciplinary manner.

• The student can carry out the following activities that are required in the routine: - Preparation and portioning of radiopharmaceuticals, - Preparing and interpreting the ECG - Apply venflon - Draw blood - measure blood pressure and blood sugar.

• The student can select and use materials for the examination and/or therapy according to the subject, indication and patient.

• The student is able to select and use radiopharmaceuticals for examination and/or therapy in a professional, indication- and patient-oriented manner and has knowledge of the handling and disposal of radioactive waste.

Presenting VO (lecture) and activating form (guided exercises)

Module exam

Special clinical case discussions including pathologies from various areas of radiology technology. Applications of various diagnostic and therapeutic measures with imaging procedures.

• Analyzing and evaluating radiological diagnostic and therapeutic imaging results: Students will be able to document, evaluate and analyze radiologic diagnostic and therapeutic imaging data from various procedures. They will be able to identify pathologies, including radiological findings, and present and argue the results obtained in interprofessional case discussions.

• Evidence-based interpretation of pathologies and clinical cases: Students will be able to document, analyze and interpret radiology findings and pathologies based on current scientific knowledge. They are able to develop well-founded proposals for diagnostic and therapeutic approaches and integrate these into assessments and screening procedures.

• Promoting patient safety and care in an interprofessional context: Students ensure patient safety through their contribution. They communicate in a patient-oriented and culturally sensitive manner, taking health law aspects into account. They also contribute their specialist skills to interprofessional teams in order to improve the quality of care.

• Further development of radiology technology practice through interprofessional exchange: Students reflect on the radiology technology perspective in interprofessional case discussions and contribute to the optimization of cooperation and the further development of sustainable clinical practices by documenting, evaluating and analyzing results and by participating in assessments and screening procedures.

Interactive lectures, group work, case studies, simulations, workshops.

Continuous assessment: Case studies

General oncology, tumor epidemiology, cancer prevention, screening, early detection. Pathology of malignant tumors and other neoplasms, the clinical appearance of neoplastic diseases, diagnostic procedures, classification, staging and prognostic factors of malignant diseases. Principles of cancer treatment, taking into account surgical, radio-oncological and radiopharmaceutical treatment, chemotherapy, endocrine therapy and other forms of treatment. Treatment goal and choice of treatment modality(ies) and accompanying treatment measures, taking into account quality of life and terminalcare as well as aftercare of patients.

• Students are able to explain descriptions of general tumor theory.

• Students can explain the basics of prevention, tumor development, pathologies and prognostic factors and understand relevant diagnostic procedures for classification and staging.

• Students understand the principles of the various treatment options and their application concepts individually tailored to the patient's situation, in particular the importance of radiotherapeutic concepts and aftercare.

• Students are able to understand the optimal radiotherapeutic treatment in relation to disease type and localization, recognize the consequences of possible deviations, and discuss and consider them on an interdisciplinary basis.

Presenting form (lecture)

Final exam: Final examination (written)

Preparation and execution of examinations, evaluation and analysis of the results with regard to qualitative guidelines in computer tomography.

Reflection on practical work in the implementation of theoretical teaching/learning content, dealing with stressful situations,clarification discussions.

• The student can prepare, perform and evaluate at least 40 computed tomography examinations in the department of computed tomography, in at least 3 organ areas under consideration of radiation-hygienic measures, as well as analyse and evaluate the results with regard to qualitative guidelines.

• The student is able to operate the devices technically flawlessly on the basis of knowledge of their structure and functionality.

• Students can reflect on relevant situations in the practical learning phase.

placement: patient-oriented, practical implementation of theoretical teaching content
 

Continuous assessment

Preparation and execution of examinations, evaluation and analysis of the results with regard to qualitative guidelines in magnetic resonance imaging.

Reflection on practical work in the implementation of theoretical teaching/learning content, dealing with stressful situations,clarification discussions.

• The student can prepare, perform and evaluate at least 30 magnetic resonance imaging examinations in at least 3 organ areas in the department of magnetic resonance imaging, taking into account safety-relevant measures, as well as analyse the results and evaluate them with regard to qualitative guidelines.

• The student/student is able to operate the devices technically flawlessly on the basis of the knowledge of their structure and functionality

• Students can reflect on relevant situations in the practical learning phase.

Practical learning phase: patient-oriented, practical implementation of theoretical teaching content

Continuous assessment

Legal principles of first aid, danger zones, rescue chain, emergency management in hospitals, crew response management, disaster control, crisis intervention, ethics in resuscitation, life-threatening situations, immediate measures, emergency medication

Simulation training, basic life support (BLS)

• The student can observe the physical and mental condition of the patient before treatment and monitor physiological parameters.

• The student knows life-threatening conditions and can recognize them and, if necessary, prepare and carry out emergency measures.

VO (lecture) UE Activating form (guided exercises)

Continuous assessment

X-ray equipment for therapy; other radiation equipment for therapy; sealed radioactive substances; calibration of radiation sources; radiation exposure of exposed workers, patients and other persons; determination of radiation exposure; protective measures for exposed workers, patients and other persons; quality assurance measures;

Exercises in small groups for a minimum of 4 hours: Protective measures when operating X-ray equipment and other radiation equipment for therapy and when handling sealed radioactive substances, testing sealed radioactive substances for leaks, quality checks

• After completing the course, the student can take into account the legal regulations regarding radiation protection. (Note: already included in the basic training)

• After completing the course, the student recognizes the limits of independent professional practice and is able to make reference to the relevant legal regulations.

• The student can name and implement the radiation protection measures required for the various therapy procedures, which must be taken for his/her own actions and the protection of his/her own person as well as the protection of other persons involved.

• After completing the course, the student will be able to name the protective measures for patients during the various irradiation procedures.

• After completing the course, the student will be able to assess the correct application procedure for radiation exposure in various irradiation procedures and take appropriate measures.

• After completing the course, the student will be able to take or initiate the necessary measures in the event of accidental or unintentional exposure (radiation incidents) in therapy facilities.

• The student knows the possibilities for quality assurance of the radiation units and treatment procedures used.

• After completing the course, the student knows the necessity of documenting and processing errors or "near misses" in the course of radiation treatment.

• The student was informed about the documentation and processing of errors or "near misses".

VO (lecture) Activating method (guided exercises)

Final exam: Final examination (written)

Facilities for handling open radioactive substances; radiation exposure of radiology technicians and other persons, in particular patients, during the various examination or treatment procedures; determination of radiation exposure; protective measures when working with open radioactive substances; contamination and decontamination measures; collection and temporary storage and disposal of radioactive waste; radiation accidents caused by external contamination or by incorporation.Radiation exposure; protective measures when working with open radioactive substances; contamination and decontamination measures; collection, temporary storage and disposal of radioactive waste; radiation accidents due to external contamination or incorporation; first aid; whole-body measurements and excretion analyses; patient protection; quality assurance measures; exercises in small groups lasting at least 4 hours: Protective measures when handling open radioactive substances, detection of contamination, decontamination, quality control, calculation of attenuation coefficients of different shielding materials, determination of the energy spectrum of unknown radionuclides, checking radiation measuring devices for functionality and suitable areas of use

• After completion of the course, the student knows all basic principles of radiation protection for open radioactive materials and is familiar with the quality assurance measures.

• The student can carry out the protective measures when working with radioactive materials. In case of contamination he/she can carry out the verification.

• The student is able to carry out decontamination measures. After completion of the course, students are able to take or initiate the necessary measures in case of incidents with open radioactive substances with external contamination or incorporation.

VO (lecture) , UE Activating method (guided exercises)

Final exam: Written exam (online supported exam)

Indications and contraindications; patient information and care, preparation, positioning, contrast medium application, implementation, complications, documentation, image analysis, image post-processing and image evaluation in 2D and 3D; applied radiation protection, aftercare, hygiene, sterile work, angiographic material and its handling, interventions in angiography and interventional radiology according to the current state of the art and international standards; case discussions and case demonstrations from a medical point of view using selected examinations and interventions.

• The student can position and position patients by means of clear and precise instructions and assistance, taking into account the indication and special personal needs and, if necessary, develop alternative positioning options that are gentle on the patient.

• The student can understand the radiological appropriateness of the examination or treatment ordered on the basis of knowledge of indications and contraindications and, if necessary, consult with the responsible physician about missing medically relevant information.

• The student can perform examination and treatment methods professionally and select, justify and justify suitable parameters as well as act in a patient- and situation-oriented manner in order to achieve the best possible examination or treatment results.

• The student is able to analyze and evaluate imaging or examination results with regard to qualitative guidelines, recognize and correct errors and their causes, argue the product quality and, if necessary, suggest possibilities for further radiological-technical measures.

• The student can select, apply and use materials for the examination or treatment in a professional, indication- and patient-oriented manner.

• The student can work together in interprofessional, interdisciplinary and international teams and document examination and treatment data as well as analyze and evaluate the results.

• The student knows ethical and health law aspects and can formulate research-relevant questions based on current teaching content in accordance with international standards.

VO (lecture), activating (guided exercises, group work)

Module exam

Basic concepts of project management, project definition, project types, projects in the healthcare sector, project management processes, competencies and competence development, tasks, measures, methods in project management, project environment analysis, project assignment, delimitation and context analysis, results planning and PSP, milestone and bar chart, personnel management and teamwork, interculturality, resource plan and cost plan, project roles and responsibility matrix, final project report, agile organizations in the healthcare sector.

• The student can apply the basic methods of project management (see content) in practice.

• The student knows the basic terms, objectives and principles of "state of the art" project management.

• The student knows the special aspects of project-oriented work in the healthcare sector.

• The student can realistically assess his/her own abilities with regard to technical, organizational, coordinating and administrative requirements in a project.

• The student has the communicative and organizational skills required to cope with complex interdisciplinary tasks.

• The student can identify project-related inhibiting and supportive mechanisms in organizations and intervene to control them.

• The student is prepared for the IPMA Level D certification.

• The student can meet the requirements of intercultural work in projects.

VO (lecture) UE Activating form (guided exercises)

Continuous assessment: Immanent and final examination (case study with multiple choice test)

Historical development, legal foundations, basic principles and dimensions of quality, quality characteristic, indicator, standard, clinical risk and safety management, certification and assessment procedures, environmental management and sustainability management, principles and basic principles of health promotion and prevention, climate change and health protection, environmentally friendly practices, public health, primary, secondary and tertiary prevention.

• Students will be able to explain the basic terms, objectives and principles of process-oriented quality management. They can describe the integration of environmental and sustainability management into quality management and, in particular, recognize the indirect connections between climate and health.

• Students can make informed and responsible decisions for themselves and others that promote and maintain health on the one hand and protect the climate on the other. They can make informed and responsible decisions for themselves and others to deal with the health effects of climate change.

• Students can explain primary, secondary and tertiary prevention measures.

• Students are familiar with the various organizational forms in the healthcare sector and analyze their advantages and disadvantages.

• Students can apply the principles of continuous improvement management. They are able to derive new courses of action for everyday working life.

• Students know the basic terms, objectives and principles of clinical risk and safety management.

• Students can derive possible courses of action for everyday working life in the context of radiology technology.

VO (lecture) UE Activating form (group work, guided exercises)

Final exam

Preparation and implementation of examinations or a project, evaluation and analysis of the results in an elective area of the practical learning phase. Reflection on practical activities in the implementation of theoretical teaching/learning content, dealing with stressful situations, feedback, cooperation in teams, appropriate interaction with patients, as well as professional colleagues and other professional groups while observing ethical principles and different cultural orientations.

Reflection on practical work in the implementation of theoretical teaching/learning content, dealing with stressful situations,educational discussions.

• The student has acquired practical knowledge and skills from the following elective areas, depending on their individual focus: a. Special clinical areas; b. Information and communication technology; c. Multi-professional area in research, science and industry.

• The student can reflect on the experience gained during the practical learning phase.

• The student can analyze and point out differences in the examination/treatment method.

• The student is able to interact/communicate appropriately with patients, professional colleagues and other professional groups during the practical learning phase while observing ethical principles and taking into account different cultural orientations.

• Students can reflect on relevant situations in the practical learning phase.

Practical learning phase: practical implementation of theoretical teaching content

Continuous assessment

- Requirements and techniques for individual patient positioning and radiation protection measures

- Creation, analysis and processing of planning-relevant image data

- Definition and contouring of organs at risk and target volumes
- Psychosocial aspects, patient care and interdisciplinary collaboration

- Acquisition, processing and analysis of planning-relevant image data

- Creation with corresponding evaluation, optimization and documentation of radiation plans in accordance with international standards

- Optimization and evaluation of radiation plans with regard to dose distribution

- Structure and functioning of radiotherapy facilities and the tasks of radiology technologists

- Procedures and documentation of teletherapeutic treatment processes

Use and handling of positioning and fixation aids

• Students will be able to explain the basic concepts, terminology and technical components of radiotherapy and evaluate their application in patient-oriented radiotherapy.

• Students are able to apply scientific standards and clinical guidelines to create, critically analyze and check the plausibility of radiation treatment plans.

• Students will be able to carry out all necessary preparations for teletherapeutic irradiation and implement these in a patient-oriented and situation-appropriate manner, including consideration of special personal needs and correct positioning techniques.

• Students can safely operate teletherapy devices and technologies, select technical parameters based on evidence and carry out quality assurance measures in accordance with current standards.

• Students are able to position patients individually and reproducibly, develop alternative positioning techniques and apply them appropriately in order to ensure quality of treatment and comfort.

• Students can document, analyze and evaluate examination and treatment data and draw conclusions from these results for the optimization of radiation treatment.

• Students can differentiate between the responsibilities of other healthcare professions, work together effectively in multi-professional teams and critically reflect on their tasks in teletherapeutic radiotherapy and carry them out in a targeted manner.

• Students understand the psychosocial and emotional needs of patients and can respond to them empathetically, especially in the context of patient care and psycho-oncology.

Activating teaching/learning methods; (impulse lecture, guided exercises using 3D simulation, group work)

Module exam

- Radiotherapeutically relevant dose terms and units

- Spatial radiation dose distributions

- Physical and technical principles of radiotherapeutic devices, aids and software systems

- Physical and technical sources of error in the treatment process of therapeutic radiation units and all ancillary systems, including quality assurance

- Fundamentals of radiobiology

Instrumentology and basics of equipment technology

• Students are able to explain radio-oncological terminology and analyze its application in a clinical context.

• Students can explain radiation parameters as well as the physical and radiobiological interactions of radiation and can evaluate their effects on the temporal and spatial radiation dose distributions.

• Students are able to explain the technical components and the functional principle, as well as the quality assurance of radiotherapy devices and use them appropriately.

• Students will be able to describe the software architecture of radiation planning systems, point out their limitations and explain and apply the calculation of dose distribution.

• Students are able to apply radiobiological principles to radiation protection, assess the risks of ionizing radiation and take appropriate protective measures.

Teaching/learning method (lecture)

Final exam: LV-concluding examination

- Process description and terminology of the individual special procedures

- Acquisition, processing and analysis of planning-relevant image data

- Creation with corresponding evaluation, optimization and documentation of radiation plans in accordance with current guidelines

- Irradiation preparation in the operating and irradiation room

- Information meetings

• Students are able to reproduce and explain descriptions and processes of special radio-oncological procedures and to cite and differentiate terminology.

• Students will be able to describe the most important instruments used in radiotherapy, select, prepare and check various positioning and fixation aids in a patient-oriented manner and make the necessary preparations with regard to the operating and radiation room.

• Students can select, prepare and check positioning and fixation aids in a patient- and process-oriented manner and make the necessary preparations with regard to the operating and radiation room.

• Students can conduct patient-oriented informational discussions on radiotherapeutic examination and radiotherapy procedures, as well as on the prevention and management of side effects. They are able to recognize side effects during radiotherapy and initiate appropriate measures.

• Students will be able to select and perform appropriate imaging, also with regard to radiation protection, as well as analyze and evaluate it and correct possible errors.

• Students are able to select patient- and device-adapted parameters for radiation planning, taking into account current guidelines. They analyze radiation treatment plans with regard to radiation-physical properties and optimize them on the basis of defined criteria.

Teaching/learning method (lecture)

Final exam

What is science? Criteria for scientific work; phases of the research process; ethics committee; good scientific practice (GWP guidelines of the OEAWI); research; text types in studies (in particular internship report, laboratory report, presentation, seminar paper); scientific language, avoidance of plagiarism.

Types of specialist literature and clinical studies; assessment of clinical studies (in particular QUADAS guidelines); formulation of research questions (in particular PICOT format) and hypotheses; overview of research methods; EBM and EBR; Journal Club; reading techniques.

• The student is familiar with scientific theoretical approaches in the health sciences.

• The student knows the criteria for scientific work and the phases of the research process.

• The student knows the guidelines for good scientific practice (GWP) and observes them in his/her own scientific projects.

• The student knows important subject-specific literature databases and can conduct targeted research in them.

• The student is familiar with the different types of texts in the degree program and can take these special features into account and implement them when writing.

• The student knows the types of clinical studies and specialist articles.

• The student knows criteria for the critical evaluation of clinical studies.

• The student can formulate research questions and hypotheses derived from them.

• The student knows the principles of evidence-based medicine and their adaptation in radiology technology (EBR).

• The student has acquired efficient reading strategies for specialized literature.

Activating method (group work, presentations, guided exercises)

Continuous assessment

Clinical research; empirical research methods and their applications; empiricism in the health sciences: Hypothesis-testing methods; Hypothesis-generating methods; Concept/disposition creation; Ethics application.

• The student can identify professionally relevant problems and formulate research questions and hypotheses.

• The student knows empirical research methods and their applications.

• The student knows the phases of clinical studies.

• The student can independently create a concept (disposition) for a Bachelor project.

• The student knows the criteria for an ethics application and the formal procedure up to the ethics vote.

Presenting and activating form VO(lecture), UE (guided exercises)

Continuous assessment: Immanent (UE) and final course examination

The implementation of patient data and image transfer in local networks is learned. Particular emphasis is placed on the implementation of radiology technology workflows, applied image processing concepts and mobile applications. Another focus is on the identification and assessment of risks when handling digital data in a professional context.

Students acquire the ability to explain the concept of segmentation and perform simple segmentations. Technical standardization and communication processes in medical networks are described and the hardware and software components of a modern RIS-PACS environment are listed. The use and administration of teleradiology and telemedicine applications and concepts are also learned.

In addition, the theory of mixed reality visualization techniques in medicine is covered. It is shown how mixed reality can be used to display complex medical data and to support diagnostic and therapeutic processes. The basics of the technology, the various visualization methods and their possible applications in medical practice are understood.

• Students can securely transfer patient data and images in local networks and identify and assess risks when handling digital data in a professional context.

• Students will be able to implement radiology technology workflows and applied image processing concepts and use mobile applications, in particular telemedical applications, in a targeted manner.

• Students will be able to analyze the possibilities, challenges and limitations of teleradiological applications and contribute to the optimization of radiological processes.

• Students can explain the concept of segmentation, carry out simple segmentations and apply forms of visualization and the production of 3D models, in particular haptic models.

• Students can describe technical standardization and communication in medical networks and name hardware and software components of a modern RIS-PACS environment and support their integration.

• Students are familiar with new forms and methods of image and data processing and analysis.

Lectures and interactive exercises

Module exam

Students learn how to implement visualization forms for 3D models, including the use of specialized software to create and display medical models.

In the production of 3D models, in particular haptic models, they acquire knowledge of 3D printing processes and process steps from data processing to printing. The focus is on practical applications.

In the area of new technologies, in particular optical scans, students learn to process various scanning technologies and scan data and to use the results for medical purposes.

• Students can select suitable forms of visualization for 3D models and implement them technically.

• Students can create 3D models, in particular haptic models, using suitable methods and analyze their areas of application.

• Students can carry out new technologies, in particular optical scans, in a targeted manner and interpret their results for medical applications.

Exercises with selected medical image data.

Module exam

Applied research methods in radiology technology, in particular

• Biostatistical basics: feature classification, location measures, scatter measures, shape measures, graphical representations, description of a correlation;
• Fundamentals of probability theory;
• Performance of a test,
• Data evaluation and statistical analysis using software (e.g. SPSS)

• The student can select and apply relevant scientific research methods

• The student can process the collected data to answer the questions

Activating form (guided exercises with evaluation software)

Continuous assessment

Concept development for the Bachelor's thesis in connection with the chosen subject area (of the professional internship according to FH-MTD-AV Annex 9, 12; special clinical area, information and communication technology in medicine, multiprofessional area) Formulation of research questions and hypotheses; overview of research methods; research; literature research;

• The student can research current scientific findings in the national and international field.

• The student formulates research-relevant questions from the profession-specific field.

• The student selects relevant scientific research methods.

Activating form (presentation, feedback)

Final exam

Preparation and performance of examinations, evaluation and analysis of results with regard to qualitative guidelines in angiography, interventional radiology and cardiologic angiography.

Reflection on practical work in the implementation of theoretical teaching/learning content, dealing with stressful situations,educational discussions.

• The student (FH-MTD-AV, Annex 12) can prepare, perform and evaluate 40 examinations in the fields of angiography, interventional radiology and cardiological angiography, taking into account radiation hygiene measures, as well as analyze and evaluate the results with regard to qualitative guidelines.

• The student (FH-MTD-AV, Annex 12) can interact/communicate appropriately with patients, professional colleagues and other professional groups within the framework of the practical learning phase while observing ethical principles and taking into account different cultural orientations

• Students reflect on relevant situations from the practical learning phase.

Practical learning phase: patient-oriented, practical implementation of theoretical teaching content

Continuous assessment

Preparation and performance of examinations, evaluation and analysis of results with regard to qualitative guidelines in nuclear medicine.

Reflection on practical work in the implementation of theoretical teaching/learning content, dealing with stressful situations,clarification discussions.

• The student can (FH-MTD-AV, Annex 12) prepare, perform and evaluate at least 50 examinations in the field of nuclear medicine from at least 5 of the following organ areas: skeletal system, endocrine system, cardiovascular system, respiratory tract, urogenital tract, lymphatic system, gastrointestinal tract, hematopoietic system, central nervous system, taking into account radiation hygiene measures, as well as analyze and evaluate the results with regard to qualitative guidelines.

• The student can (FH-MTD-AV, Annex 12) operate the devices in a technically flawless manner based on knowledge of their design and function.

• Students can reflect on relevant situations in the practical learning phase.

Practical learning phase: Patient-oriented, practical implementation of theoretical teaching content.

Continuous assessment

- Preparation, implementation and documentation of planning and radiation treatments

- Evaluation and analysis of radiotherapy results with regard to qualitative guidelines in radiotherapy.

Reflection on practical activities in the implementation of theoretical teaching/learning content, dealing with stressful situations,educational discussions.

• The student (FH-MTD-AV, Annex 12) is able to prepare, carry out and document at least 15 plans in the areas of teletherapy and brachytherapy, including the simulation process, as well as at least 35 irradiations, taking into account radiation hygiene measures, as well as analyze planning parameters and image results and evaluate them with regard to qualitative guidelines.

• The student (FH-MTD-AV, Annex 12) can operate the devices in a technically flawless manner based on knowledge of their design and function.

• The student (FH-MTD-AV, Annex 12) can move and position patients using clear and precise instructions and assistance, taking into account the indication and special personal needs, and develop alternative positioning options that are gentle on the patient if necessary

• Students can reflect on relevant situations in the practical learning phase.

Practical learning phase: patient-oriented, practical implementation of theoretical teaching content

Continuous assessment

- Physical principles of sonography, technical components,

- CEUS Use of contrast media in sonography - basics and areas of application

- Indications/standard sections/image analysis

- Casuistry according to current standards/state of the art in selected organ areas

- Training in small groups under the guidance of the lecturer

- In-depth training on simulator systems for targeted consolidation of interpretation and analysis skills.

- Selected examinations/interventions of defined organ areas

• Standard abdominal documentation according to ÖGUM
• Doppler and duplex sonography

Standard documentation echocardiography

• The student can explain and demonstrate the physical principles and laws of sonography, name and explain the technical components of a sonography device and use them depending on the examination region/type of examination; explain and reflect on the use and application of AI in sonography.

• The student can demonstrate, explain and carry out quality assurance measures with and without a measuring phantom, also using AI models.

• The student can define, illustrate and use standard documentation for abdominal, vascular, small parts, gynaecological/fetal, cardiac and musculoskeletal sonography, as well as recognize sonomorphology and sonopathology by means of clinical case discussions and image analyses of the different examination regions and interpret them in a manner suitable for the findings and explain the possible use of contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS).

• The student can understand the radiological appropriateness of the examination/treatment ordered on the basis of knowledge of indications and contraindications and, if necessary, consult with medical staff/referring physicians about e.g. missing medically relevant information; performance in the inter- and multidisciplinary professional field.

• The student can name, use and assess materials for the examination or treatment in a professional, indication- and patient-oriented manner.

• The student can choose actions during the examination that are appropriate to the patient and situation (e.g. immobile patient, patient in pain) in an empathetic manner in order to achieve the best possible examination or treatment results.

• The student can analyze and evaluate examination and imaging results (stored images and loops) with regard to qualitative guidelines, including radiological findings and diagnostic procedures, recognize and correct errors and their causes, clearly assess or avoid artifacts and thus arrive at a result suitable for diagnosis.

Performing and activating form (VO 50%, UE 50%)

Presenter: Lecture, demonstration, video, simulation

Activating: elaborative method guided exercises, problem-based learning, guided self-study, group work

Blended learning: integration of face-to-face and online learning

Module exam

Radiology technology workflow (in particular optimization of examination methods), in the field of cross-sectional imaging; development of new contrast agents; current technical developments; special fields of application of radiology technologists in cross-sectional imaging (e.g. 3D navigation and virtual surgery), in technical applications as well as in research & development, in industry, archaeology and art.

• The student applies relevant scientific research methods

• The student can process the collected data to answer the questions

• The student is able to utilize scientific findings and phenomena for professional and scientific development.

Activating form (presentation, discussion)

Final exam: Final examination (written - Bachelor thesis)

The final examination of a Bachelor's degree program is an overall examination and must be taken as a board examination before a relevant examination board. The comprehensive examination assesses the student's acquisition of competencies across all courses.

• The student recognizes the requirements and limitations of high-tech examination and treatment methods

• The student contributes to the further development of the profession

• The student can also apply the acquired knowledge in research, science, industry or veterinary medicine;

• The student is able to formulate research-relevant questions from the profession-specific field;

• The student is able to select and apply relevant scientific research methods

• The student can prepare the collected data to answer the questions;

• The student is able to use scientific knowledge and phenomena for professional and scientific development.

Final exam: Bachelor examination

Projection radiography, computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, sonography, angiography, radiation oncology, nuclear medicine, digital image processing, related disciplines

• The student can apply research results in professional fields

• The student can expand his/her research skills

• The student can deepen or expand subject-specific basic knowledge and explain it accordingly, as well as discuss and apply it in an interdisciplinary manner

Activating form (presentation, discussion)

Continuous assessment: Immanent testing (creation of a product according to defined criteria)

Projection radiography, computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, sonography, angiography, radiation oncology, nuclear medicine, digital image processing, related disciplines

• The student can recognize current scientific findings and their application in radiology technology

• The student can critically assess research results and publications

• The student is able to deal with current, subject-specific problems and issues.

• The student can discuss and develop appropriate situational solutions.

• The student can assess these in an international context.

• The student can identify current problems from related subject areas

Presenting form (lecture, keynote speech)

Final exam: Final examination (written)

Projection radiography, computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, sonography, angiography, radiation oncology, nuclear medicine, digital image processing, related disciplines

• The student is able to explore borderline areas of professional activity

• The student engages discursively with RT topics of the future

• The student learns about further career-specific applications and methods, possibly in an international context, and is aware of their possible applications in related disciplines

• The student learns about and applies practical radiology technology tasks in the respective specialist area

Activating form (presentation, discussion)

Continuous assessment: Immanent (creation of a product according to defined criteria)

Job description and professional profile of radiology technology, ethical issues and aspects specific to the profession; role models of the profession; the profession in international comparison; professional representations and associations (national and international); professional and health policy developments, further education and training obligations, freelance work; medical ethical issues; ethics committee; registration
 

• The student can recognize professional and medical ethical issues and present (discuss) them in an argumentative manner.

• The student can recognize the (ethical) limits of independent professional practice and make reference to the relevant legal regulations.

• The student can take into account cultural and religious needs, lifestyles and values (in the exercise of his/her profession).

• The student can represent his/her own decisions responsibly to the outside world.

Activating form: guided exercises: Individual and group work
 

Continuous assessment: Immanent (active participation: individual and group exercises )/ successful participation

Basic concepts, relationship between economy and health, financing models, planning of health care services; development of services and costs in the health care system; instruments of health economics; overview of health care systems, Austrian health care system, freelance work
 

• The student can work according to professional, economic and ecological principles

• The student deals in particular with the limits of financial viability and the behavior of people in the healthcare system.

• The student understands how the health care system in Austria is structured

• The student is able to develop, design and implement professional activities, particularly in the case of freelance work, using organisational and business management principles.

VO (lecture) UE Activating form (guided exercises)
 

Continuous assessment

Basic terms; overview of the Austrian and European legal system; laws relevant to the profession; civil law aspects for healthcare professions; criminal law aspects for healthcare professions; (healthcare) profession-relevant aspects of labor and social security law, documentation obligation, confidentiality obligation, patient safety, patient advocacy, data protection, healthcare professional register, adult protection law, primary care

• The student can work according to the principles of professional law.

• The student is able to develop, design and implement professional activities, especially in the case of freelance professional practice, using organizational and business management principles.

• The student can recognize the limits of independent professional practice and make reference to the relevant legal regulations.

• The student can take into account the legal regulations concerning employee protection.

Presenting form (lecture)

Continuous assessment: Final examination (written)

The course focuses on promoting international and intercultural skills in the healthcare sector. Students learn to recognize the roles and responsibilities of different healthcare professions in an international context and to develop strategies for effective collaboration in multicultural and interdisciplinary teams. They acquire the skills to take cultural differences into account and apply intercultural communication strategies to improve teamwork. Furthermore, they analyze and compare the structure and functioning of international health systems, evaluate global challenges and identify innovative technologies to solve health problems. Finally, they develop sustainable principles and social responsibility in different healthcare contexts.

• Students will be able to recognize the roles and responsibilities of different healthcare professions in an international context and develop strategies for effective collaboration in multicultural and interdisciplinary teams.

• Students can recognize cultural differences and apply intercultural communication strategies to improve collaboration in diverse and interprofessional teams.

• Students will be able to compare the structure and functioning of different international healthcare systems and assess the challenges and best practices in global healthcare.

• Students are able to identify innovative approaches and technologies that address global health problems and evaluate their application in an international context.

• Students can identify and apply sustainable principles and strategies to promote environmental and social responsibility in different health contexts.

Interactive lectures, group work, case studies, simulations, workshops.

Continuous assessment

The focus is on promoting international exchange and interprofessional cooperation in a global context. Students should become familiar with global perspectives and develop their cultural sensitivity. The course teaches interprofessional skills that are required for teamwork in an internationally networked healthcare sector. Particular emphasis is placed on dealing with global health problems, international healthcare systems and the application of innovative technologies in order to prepare students for a globalized working world in the healthcare sector.

• Students will be able to recognize the roles and responsibilities of different professional groups, understand the importance of interprofessional collaboration within the various professions and develop strategies for effective teamwork.

• Students are able to develop effective communication strategies that promote interprofessional teamwork and collaboration between different healthcare professions.

• Students are able to analyze ethical issues in interprofessional contexts and make appropriate decisions in healthcare together with other professional groups. professional groups to make appropriate decisions in the healthcare system.

• Students are able to analyze practical scenarios in interprofessional teams and jointly develop solutions for complex challenges on a systemic and patient-centered level in the healthcare sector.

• Students are able to use basic digital tools and technologies that are necessary for interprofessional collaboration in the healthcare sector. They can develop digital skills to prepare for the use of modern technologies in professional practice and thus contribute to improving patient care and teamwork.

• Students are able to critically reflect on their own professional characteristics, values and views and analyze their influence on interprofessional collaboration and patient care.

Interactive lectures, group work, case studies, simulations, workshops.

Continuous assessment

The course teaches students to develop strategies to prevent burnout, manage stress and promote a balanced working environment. They learn to apply communication strategies within the team and with patients, to recognize potential aggression at an early stage, to act in a de-escalating manner and to avoid conflicts. The content strengthens self-management, teamwork skills and professional behavior in complex professional contexts.

• Students are able to develop self-management strategies to prevent burnout in particular, identify and manage stress and apply measures to promote a balanced working environment in a targeted manner.

• Students are able to apply simple communication strategies in the team and in interaction with patients, recognize potential aggression at an early stage, use de-escalating measures in a targeted manner and convey suitable measures for avoiding conflict.

Interactive lectures, group work, case studies, simulations, workshops.

Continuous assessment

Preparation and implementation of examinations or a project, evaluation and analysis of the results in an elective area of the practical learning phase. Reflection on practical activities in the implementation of theoretical teaching/learning content, dealing with stressful situations, feedback, cooperation in teams, appropriate interaction with patients as well as professional colleagues and other professional groups while observing ethical principles and different cultural orientations.

Reflection on practical work in the implementation of theoretical teaching/learning content, dealing with stressful situations,educational discussions.

• The student has acquired practical knowledge and skills from the following elective areas, depending on the individual focus: a. Special clinical areas; b. Information and communication technology; c. Multi-professional area in research, science and industry.

• The student can reflect on the experience gained during the practical learning phase.

• The student can analyze and point out differences in the examination/treatment method.

• The student is able to interact/communicate appropriately with patients, professional colleagues and other professional groups during the practical learning phase while observing ethical principles and taking into account different cultural orientations.

• Students can reflect on relevant situations in the practical learning phase.

Practical learning phase: practical implementation of theoretical teaching content

Continuous assessment

Preparation and implementation of examinations or a project, evaluation and analysis of the results in an elective area of the practical learning phase. Reflection on practical activities in the implementation of theoretical teaching/learning content, dealing with stressful situations, feedback, cooperation in teams, appropriate interaction with patients, as well as professional colleagues and other professional groups while observing ethical principles and different cultural orientations.

Reflection on practical activities in the implementation of theoretical teaching/learning content, dealing with stressful situations, informative discussions.

• The student has acquired practical knowledge and skills from the following elective areas, depending on the individual focus: a. Special clinical areas; b. Information and communication technology; c. Multi-professional area in research, science and industry.

• The student can reflect on the experience gained during the practical learning phase.

• The student can analyze and point out differences in the examination/treatment method.

• The student is able to interact/communicate appropriately with patients, professional colleagues and other professional groups during the practical learning phase while observing ethical principles and taking into account different cultural orientations.

• DStudents can reflect on relevant situations in the practical learning phase.

Practical learning phase: practical implementation of theoretical teaching content

Continuous assessment