26–30 Aug 2024
Auditorium Maximum UJ
Europe/Warsaw timezone

The challenges of teaching medical radiation technology without a high school physics background in Australian universities

29 Aug 2024, 12:00
10m
Seminar Room

Seminar Room

Poster Physics Curricula Poster session

Speaker

Pradip Deb (RMIT University Australia)

Description

This paper explores the challenges faced by Australian universities in teaching Medical Radiation Technology (MRT) to students without a high school physics background. The primary challenges identified include a lack of basic physics knowledge, difficulty in understanding complex MRT concepts, and limited problem-solving skills. These challenges often hinder students' ability to grasp advanced topics and engage in critical thinking, which are crucial for advanced medical imaging, nuclear medicine, and radiotherapy. To overcome these challenges, universities require to offer remedial physics courses. However, this is a complex issue requiring further research and discussion among educators and stakeholders in the field.

How would you like to present your contribution? Live in Kraków (time slot to be allotted based on the programme)
Target education level University
Category Formal Education

Author

Pradip Deb (RMIT University Australia)

Presentation materials