RAD255 Radiography A.R.R.T. Exam Preparation
College of Health Science Medical Radiography Department
Course Description: This course prepares students for the national certification examination in radiography, which is given by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists® (ARRT), to graduates of a Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology and/or regionally accredited programs in Radiography. Students will master content for the four categories specific to the national certification exam and will learn their overall knowledge in radiology.
Credit Hours: 2.00
Prerequisites: RAD245
Corequisites: RAD252
RAD135 Radiographic Procedures 3
College of Health Science Medical Radiography Department
Course Description: This course will cover positioning for x-ray examinations in specific imaging procedures.Students will learn patient preparation, equipment capabilities, patient terminology, patient instruction, technique and positioning variations, for adaptations of patient's condition and body habitus.
Credit Hours: 2.00
Prerequisites: RAD125
Corequisites: RAD142
RAD125 Radiographic Procedures 2
College of Health Science Medical Radiography Department
Course Description: This course will cover positioning for x-ray examinations in specific imaging procedures. Students will learn patient preparation, equipment capabilities, patient terminology, patient instruction, technique and positioning variations, for adaptations of patient's condition and body habitus.
Credit Hours: 2.00
Prerequisites: RAD110
Corequisites: RAD132
RAD115 Radiographic Procedures 1
College of Health Science Medical Radiography Department
Course Description: General procedural considerations involved with positioning patients for x-ray examinations and certain specific imaging procedures are presented in this course. Considerations include patient preparation, equipment capabilities, patient terminology, patient instruction and immobilization, technique and positioning variations, such as for trauma or pediatric patients and adaptations for patient's body habitus. The specific imaging procedures presented, (including the positioning, technical factors, anatomy, physiology, and basic pathology) are as follows: chest and abdomen, hand and wrist, forearm and elbow, humerus, shoulder and scapula, clavicle and A.C. joints, toes and foot, os calcis and ankle, tibia and fibula, knee and patella, femur and pelvis.
Credit Hours: 2.00
Prerequisites: RAD110
Corequisites: RAD120
RAD225 Radiographic Pathology
College of Health Science Medical Radiography Department
Course Description: This course emphasizes the major radiographic manifestations of medical and surgical diseases.Students will learn to identify signs and symptoms in a patient and pathologies on radiographs.
Credit Hours: 2.00
Prerequisites: RAD135
Corequisites: RAD222
RAD147 Radiographic Imaging I
College of Health Science Medical Radiography Department
Course Description: This course will cover the primary and secondary technical exposure factors that govern the acquisition and production of a radiographic image. An emphasis is placed on image quality factors, and the components of digital imaging systems. Students will learn the principles of technique selection and usage of imaging accessories that are used to produce quality diagnostic images. The basis of image evaluation and steps needed for improvement of suboptimal images are included in the course.Topics will also include receptor exposure, contrast, resolution, and distortion.
Credit Hours: 2.00
Prerequisites: RAD110
Corequisites: RAD152
RAD217 Radiographic Imaging 3
College of Health Science Medical Radiography Department
Course Description: This course will further explore radiographic computer applications and equipment, continuing a comprehensive understanding of the components, principles, and operation of digital imaging systems found in diagnostic radiology. Students will learn networking, basic computer principals, factors that impact image acquisition, display, archiving and retrieval to include a study of the design and function of Digital Radiography (DR), digital imaging workstations, post-processing, and Picture Archiving and Communications Systems (PACS). The elements of a quality improvement program, and various aspects of preventative and corrective maintenance related to quality assurance of the components of the radiographic imaging system will also be covered.
Credit Hours: 1.00
Prerequisites: RAD177
Corequisites: RAD212
RAD177 Radiographic Imaging 2
College of Health Science Medical Radiography Department
Course Description: This course will provide a basis for analyzing radiographic images for optimal standards, with an emphasis on factors that affect radiographic image quality. Included are the importance of optimal imaging standards, discussion of problem-solving techniques for image evaluation, pre-processing, and factors that can affect image quality. Students will evaluate and analyze images in DR/CR. Fluoroscopic equipment, image acquisition, Quality Assurance (QA), and Quality Control (QC) will be presented.
Credit Hours: 1.00
Prerequisites: RAD147
Corequisites: RAD182
RAD205 Radiographer Research and Review
College of Health Science Medical Radiography Department
Course Description: This course will prepare students to research a radiography related topic and assess their knowledge of American Registry of Radiologic Technologists® (ARRT) related content. Students will learn proper research techniques and effective written communication. Students will self-evaluate their overall radiology knowledge. Students will have the skill sets to improve exam preparation.
Credit Hours: 1.00
Prerequisites: RAD177
Corequisites: RAD202
RAD156 Radiation Production, Characteristics and Imaging Equipment
College of Health Science Medical Radiography Department
Course Description: This course will cover the basics of radiography related physics and imaging equipment.Students will learn physics concepts, principles of radiation production, equipment operation, and atomic interactions.
Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: RAD147
Corequisites: RAD162