CQUniversity Unit Profile.

The online quiz will assess your understanding of the content presented within this unit as outlined below. Questions may be drawn from lectures, additional resources provided (e.g. prescribed readings) or tutorial presentations.

It is recommended that you have a calculator available when sitting the online quiz.

The online quiz can be accessed through the assessment tab on Moodle at the assigned time.

• The quiz will be marked out of 60 marks.
• You will have 60 minutes to complete the quiz.
• Open book conditions.

Once started, the quiz cannot be paused or restarted. Only one attempt is permitted.

Please note:

• It is the student's individual responsibility to ensure that you commence the online quiz before Friday, 6:50 pm (AEST).
• The quiz will automatically close and submit completed answers once the allocated time has elapsed.
• The duration of the quiz is tailored to promote recall of facts, rather than research of unknown answers.

This assessment will be done as an individual. Colluding with other students on non-group work tasks is considered academic misconduct. Additionally, employing Gen AI to generate your assessment task responses is also classified as academic misconduct. Any breaches of academic integrity may lead to action being taken by the Deputy Dean of Learning and Teaching, HMAS.

The 72 hour grace period does not apply to this assessment item.

In the absence of an approved extension, this assessment cannot be completed at a later time.  Failure to complete the Online Quiz by the due date without an approved extension will results in a FAIL. Students should refer to the 'Assessment Policy and Procedure (Higher Education Coursework) document for additional university assessment guidelines.

Level of GenAI use allowed:
Level 1: You must not use Al at any point during the assessment. You must demonstrate your core skills and knowledge.

Recommendations for sitting online assessments:

1. Complete the quiz during business hours to access technical support if needed. For IT help, TASAC hours of operation are 7.30 am - 6:00 pm AEST Monday - Friday Tel: (07) 49309090.
2. If any technical issues arise, please contact the unit coordinator and TASAC straight away. Please screenshot any computer errors to illustrate claims.
3. Sit the online assessment on campus to avoid any home internet concerns.

Students will be required to answer a variety of online questions.

Questions:

• will be drawn from a resource bank, to allow tests to be different for each student,
• may include short answer, long answer, multiple choice or film viewing questions,
• will require students to be familiar with both normal and pathological echocardiographic and anatomical images.

Question responses will be assessed according to the:

• use of appropriate terminology and descriptors as well as grammar and spelling,
• student’s ability to appropriately interpret presented sonographic images and cardiac assessment data,
• clarity and accuracy of responses, with concise and well-structured answers.

The online quiz will be accessible through the assessment tab on Moodle.

The Echocardiographic Skills Assessment is comprised of two parts - Part A 'Practical' and Part B 'Measurement Performance'. 

PART A - Practical
Part A of the Echocardiography Skills Assessment incorporates both a Professional and Technical component and requires students to perform a complete M-mode, two-dimensional, colour and spectral Doppler echocardiographic examination using ultrasound equipment. Students have 70 minutes in total to complete both the Professional and Technical components.

Students will be assessed according to the Part A - Assessment of Readiness for Clinical (ARC) tool, which is available on the unit Moodle site. This document details performance criteria the student must demonstrate competence in to pass the assessment.

Professional Component
The professional component of the assessment evaluates performance aspects of the sonographic exam such as communication (verbal, non-verbal, and written), professional behaviour, ergonomics, and patient care skills. This encompasses an assessment of pre-scan, scanning, and post-scan skills.

Technical Component
The technical component of the assessment evaluates the student's scanning technique, image optimisation, and ability to complete an M-mode and two-dimensional echocardiogram within a reasonable set time to a 'Beginner' level of competency.

• The ARC tool details the required imaging sequence and performance criteria cues.
• Except for panning or sector sweeps, which are critiqued live or via video recording moderation, the collection of images stored by the student represent the echocardiographic examination performed.
• At the end of the examination, the supervising tutor will acquire a variety of representative images. These images will be used during marking and moderation to ascertain achievable image quality.

Note: Part A (Practical) of the Echocardiography Skills Assessment will be video recorded for moderation purposes. The videos will not be released to students for review.

All students are required to make themselves available to act as a patient model for peer assessments. Students must additionally make themselves available for re-sit assessments if requested by the unit coordinator.

PART B - Measurement Workbook
Part B of the Echocardiography Skills Assessment requires students to apply best practice guidelines when undertaking routine M-mode, two-dimensional, and Doppler measurements on echocardiographic images using discipline specific software.

This assessment consists of seven compulsory laboratory exercises, each designed to develop echocardiographic measurement skills. Students must take precise measurements and input their images and values into the designated fields within the workbook.

Each laboratory session concludes with several questions, which the student must complete to demonstrate their understanding. Students may complete the lab manual questions during the lab sessions or later in their own time.

All seven laboratory exercises are compulsory, and all workbook components must be completed and submitted. However, only Lab 4 and Lab 7 will be formally marked and graded.

The remaining labs (Labs 1–3 and 5–6) will be self-marked by students and assessed for completion only. These labs are essential for developing the skills required to successfully complete the assessed components.

The self-check checklist must also be completed and submitted with your workbooks.

Lab 7's task is to be completed independently. Feedback on the Lab 4 and the Lab 7 submissions will be provided. Students may be required to reattempt the task if refinement of measurement technique is needed.

The workbook will be submitted as follows:

• Labs 1 - 4 are to be submitted in Week 5
• Labs 5 - 7 are to be submitted in Week 9

Submissions are to be uploaded to Moodle via the link provided in the Assessment tile. This workbook aims to develop students' accuracy in measurement techniques, emphasise the importance of precise documentation, and improve their analytical skills through question completion.

If a student does not attend a lab session for any reason, they are still required to complete all lab manual exercises.

The 72-hour grace period does not apply to this assessment item.

Students should refer to the Assessment Policy and Procedure (Higher Education Coursework) document for additional university guidelines regarding assessments.

In the absence of an approved extension, this assessment cannot be completed at a later time. Failure to complete the required submissions by the due date without an approved extension will result in a FAIL.

Should a student fail this assessment, there will be only ONE opportunity to re-sit the failed component. All assessment items must be passed to receive an overall pass for the unit.

Level of GenAI use allowed:
Level 3: You may use AI to assist with specific tasks such as drafting text, refining, and evaluating your work. You must critically evaluate and modify any AI-generated content you use.

Part A 'Practical' and Part B 'Measurement Performance' are assessed as independent components constituting the overall Echocardiography Skills Assessment.

PART A - Practical
To pass Part A of this assessment, a student must be deemed competent in both the Professional and Technical components. To pass these components, ALL criteria must be demonstrated to the appropriate level of competence detailed in the Part A - Assessment of Readiness for Clinical (ARC) Tool. Students are advised to carefully review this document, which is available on the unit Moodle site.

The professional and technical components are graded separately so that if one is passed and the other is not, only the failed component must be repeated to pass.

There is only ONE opportunity to resit either component of this assessment item.

To pass Part B of this assessment, ALL sections in the Laboratory Workbook must be completed.

Students must demonstrate:

• Reasonable accuracy and consistency in measurement technique.
• Reflective discussion with insight into individual performance showing ability to critically examine where further development is needed.

There is only ONE opportunity to re-submit this assessment item.

Mock Examination
Students will be provided with a single opportunity to attempt the Echocardiography Skills Assessment under mock examination conditions. Individual feedback will be provided to students after completing the mock assessment.

Students will receive a completed Mock Part A - Assessment of Readiness for Clinical (ARC) Tool following marking. Scanning feedback will be provided verbally by the tutor supervising each individual student mock practical scanning assessment.

The mock assessment will be delivered as part of the routine laboratory sessions.

Note: there is no opportunity for rescheduling of missed laboratory sessions and any academic impact resulting from absence remains the student’s responsibility.

The purpose of this assessment is to ensure that students from the echocardiography course are well-equipped to embody the high standards of professionalism that are expected from CQUniversity students while on clinical placement blocks. Professional behaviour is a critical part of any medical imaging profession and encompasses the manner in which we treat our colleagues, patients and the professional settings and equipment we interact with. Exemplary professional behaviour is highly valued by clinical supervisors and this information may be used to endorse students for placements if requested by clinical sites.

This assessment requires students to treat each of the lab sessions as a scheduled "work shift" and to exhibit high quality professional attributes. This assessment is based on a continuous and ongoing evaluation of student application and attendance during labs, and behaviour exhibited during the time spent studying this unit up until the completion of all formal assessments. Aspects of professionalism will be assessed across multiple levels including, but not limited to: maintenance of laboratory documentation, Moodle forums, online tutorials, lab sessions (both peer-assisted and tutor assisted), interactions with peers and staff, social media, phone calls and all official correspondence with university staff, peers and the community.

Instances of substandard professional behaviour will result in a Lapse in Professionalism (LiP) point being awarded to the offending student. Should a student acquire more than three (3) LiPs, this assessment will automatically be graded a FAIL.

LiPs may be issued in three different categories:

1. Professional behaviour towards colleagues and staff
2. Professional behaviour towards patients
3. Professional behaviour towards professional settings and equipment.

Further information is detailed in the Expected Professional Behaviour and LiP Allocation document, which is available on the Moodle site. Students are encouraged to review this document to be sure of behavioural expectations. Students should also be familiar with the CQUniversity Student Charter as well as the Australasian Sonographers Association (ASA) Code of Conduct (available online).

If an unprofessional attitude or behaviour is reported by fellow classmates and not witnessed by a staff member, a written warning detailing the allegations will be issued to the student and the student's response will be documented. If further evidence of ongoing unprofessional behaviour arises then a LiP may be awarded. If any exhibited attitude or behaviour is deemed as unsafe or inappropriate, this assessment will be graded as a FAIL at the discretion of the unit coordinator.

Absenteeism

Skills labs for this unit are mandatory. Students must advise the unit coordinator before the start of compulsory labs if unable to attend. Failure to notify staff (via email or phone) before the start of a missed lab will result in a LiP (Lapse in Professionalism) except in extraordinary circumstances. Lateness to labs may result in a LiP, whether notice is given or not. Labs missed for a valid reason (eg. illness or injury) require supporting documentation. Medical or health-related certificates must be in the approved formats articulated in the CQUniversity Assessment Policy and Procedure (HE Coursework), section 5.

Any missed labs must be clearly marked on the Lab Attendance Page and Reflective Feedback Form. A tutor's signature is not required in this case. There is no opportunity to 'make up' missed lab sessions.

Peer-Assisted Practice (PAP) Sessions
Students are offered regular peer-assisted practice sessions, which are scheduled through Google Doc links on the Moodle site. Penalties will be applied if instructions and rules disclosed on these documents are not adhered to. Failure to abide by these regulations may result in a LiP and removal of attendance privileges.

Tutor Assisted Practice (TAP) Sessions
Students are offered several TAP sessions throughout the term, which are scheduled through Google Doc links on the Moodle site. A tutor will be present to offer direct assistance to students in a group setting.

Level of Gen AI use allowed:
Level 1: You must not use AI at any point during the assessment. You must demonstrate your core skills and knowledge.

This assessment incorporates maintenance of pertinent lab documentation including lab attendance and any Lapse in Professionalism (LiP) points accrued throughout unit delivery. To pass this unit students need to consistently display a high standard of professional behaviour including, but not limited to, punctual lab attendance. All interactions with staff and peers pertaining to this unit will be treated as a replica of the clinical work environment, and students are expected to demonstrate the professional behaviour expected in a formal work environment. No more than three (3) Lapses in Professionalism are permitted to pass the unit.

Students are required to complete the following documentation and submit to Moodle in PDF format. All documents are available on the unit Moodle page.

1. The signed lab agreement and consent forms are to be uploaded to Moodle by 5:00 pm (AEST) Monday, 13th July. 
2. A completed and signed lab attendance and professional behaviour assessment form (signed and uploaded to Moodle by Thursday, week 12).

Students cannot participate in laboratory activities until these documents are completed.

To PASS this assessment, all documentation must be completed appropriately, legible, labelled appropriately and submitted by the due date and time.

The ability to set goals, self-reflect, and take advantage of feedback, are important to aid the progress of knowledge and skill development. These abilities also address industry requirements, whereby professionals must perform continuing professional development (CPD) activities.

Students are to develop goal-setting, reflection, and feedback skills through weekly activities:

1. Formative Feedback Forms (one for each laboratory session; a total of six forms). Each form must include goalsetting and self-reflection, tutor feedback, and tutor signature. The feedback form must be completed before leaving the associated laboratory session.
2. Mock Assessment Reflection. This form must include a reflection on areas of strength and areas for improvement in preparation for the Skills Assessment.

The "Formative Feedback and Self-Reflection Forms" are available on the ECHO12008 Moodle site.

Level of GenAI use allowed:
Level 1: You must not use AI at any point during the assessment. You must demonstrate your core skills and knowledge.

The Formative Feedback and Self-Reflection document is available on the Moodle site and must be presented to the supervising tutor at each of the tutorial lab sessions.

To PASS this assessment, all documentation must be completed appropriately and submitted by the due date and time.

All documents must be legible, labelled appropriately and uploaded in PDF format.

This test will be an online test performed in class with closed-book conditions at the campus of your enrolment.

If you arrive late, you may enter the test room up to 30 minutes after the start of the test however you will still be required to submit your test at the preset completion time. You will not be allowed entry more than 30 minutes after the test starts.

In the absence of an approved extension, you cannot complete this assessment at a later time, and you will receive a mark of zero (0) for the assessment if you have not completed it by the scheduled date and time.

The 72 hour grace period does not apply to this assessment item.

Students are advised to refer to the 'Assessment Policy and Procedure (Higher Education Coursework)' document for additional university guidelines regarding assessments.

This test will assess your understanding of all the content presented within this unit. Questions may be drawn from lectures, additional resources provided (e.g. prescribed readings) or tutorial presentations.

• Perusal time and online test duration will be 130 minutes in total.
• It is recommended that you have a simple calculator available when sitting the test.
• Once started, the in-class online test cannot be paused or restarted.
• Only one attempt is permitted.
• The in-class online test will automatically close and submit completed student answers once the allocated time has elapsed.
• You will be required to answer a variety of online questions. Questions may include multiple choice, short answer, long answer or image interpretation format.

This assessment will be completed individually. Colluding with other students on non-group work tasks is considered academic misconduct. Additionally, employing Gen AI to generate your assessment task responses is also classified as academic misconduct. Any breach of academic misconduct may result in action by the Deputy Dean of Learning and Teaching, HMAS.

Level of GenAI use allowed:
Level 1: You must not use Al at any point during the assessment. You must demonstrate your core skills and knowledge.

The number of marks allocated for each question will be indicated within the in-class test. Question marks are allocated based on the accuracy, depth, and breadth of required responses.

Students will be required to answer a variety of online questions.

Questions:

• will be drawn from a resource bank, to allow tests to be different for each student,
• may include short answer, long answer, multiple choice or film viewing questions,
• will require students to be familiar with both normal and pathological echocardiographic and anatomical images.

Question responses will be assessed according to the:

• use of appropriate terminology and descriptors as well as grammar and spelling,
• student’s ability to appropriately interpret presented sonographic images and cardiac assessment data,
• student's ability to succinctly respond with accurate answers.