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Hrs Per Week: |
Sem Hrs: |
| Prefix No |
Course Name |
Class |
Lab |
Clin/Exp |
Credit |
| RAD 110 |
Rad Intro & Patient Care |
2.0 |
3.0 |
0.0 |
3.0 |
| Prerequisites: None |
| Corequisites: RAD 111 and RAD 151 |
| This course provides an overview of the radiography
profession and student responsibilities. Emphasis is placed on basic
principles of patient care, radiation protection, technical factors, and
medical terminology. Upon completion, students should be able to
demonstrate basic skills in these areas. |
| |
| RAD 111 |
RAD Procedures I |
3.0 |
3.0 |
0.0 |
4.0 |
| Prerequisites: None |
| Corequisites: RAD 110 and RAD 151 |
| This course provides the knowledge and skills necessary to
perform standard radiographic procedures. Emphasis is placed on
radiography of the chest, abdomen, extremities, spine, and pelvis. Upon
completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in these
areas. |
| |
| RAD 112 |
RAD Procedures II |
3.0 |
3.0 |
0.0 |
4.0 |
| Prerequisites: RAD 110 and RAD 111 and RAD 151 |
| Corequisites: None |
| This course provides the knowledge and skills necessary to
perform standard radiographic procedures. Emphasis is placed on
radiography of the skull, bony thorax, and gastrointestinal, biliary, and
urinary systems. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate
competence in these areas. |
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| RAD 121 |
Radiographic Imaging I |
2.0 |
3.0 |
0.0 |
3.0 |
| Prerequisites: RAD 110 and RAD 111 and RAD 151 |
| Corequisites: None |
| This course covers factors of image quality and methods of
exposure control. Topics include density, contrast, recorded detail,
distortion, technique charts, manual and automatic exposure control, and
tube rating charts. Upon completion, students should be able to
demonstrate an understanding of exposure control and the effects of
exposure factors on image quality. |
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| RAD 122 |
Radiographic Imaging II |
1.0 |
3.0 |
0.0 |
2.0 |
| Prerequisites: RAD 112 and RAD 121 and RAD 161 |
| Corequisites: RAD 131 and RAD 171 |
| This course covers image receptor systems and processing
principles. Topics include film, film storage, processing, intensifying
screens, grids, and beam limitation. Upon completion, students should be
able to demonstrate the principles of selection and usage of imaging
accessories to produce quality images. |
| |
| RAD 131 |
Radiographic Physics I |
1.0 |
3.0 |
0.0 |
2.0 |
| Prerequisites: None |
| Corequisites: None |
| This course introduces the fundamental principles of physics
that underlie diagnostic X-ray production and radiography. Topics include
electromagnetic waves, electricity and magnetism, electrical energy, and
power and circuits as they relate to radiography. Upon completion,
students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of basic
principles of physics as they relate to the operation of radiographic
equipment. |
| |
| RAD 151 |
RAD Clinical Ed I |
0.0 |
0.0 |
6.0 |
2.0 |
| Prerequisites: None |
| Corequisites: RAD 110 and RAD 111 |
| This course introduces patient management and basic
radiographic procedures in the clinical setting. Emphasis is placed on
mastering positioning of the chest and extremities, manipulating
equipment, and applying principles of ALARA. Upon completion, students
should be able to demonstrate successful completion of clinical
objectives. |
| |
| RAD 161 |
RAD Clinical Ed II |
0.0 |
0.0 |
15.0 |
5.0 |
| Prerequisites: RAD 110 and RAD 111 and RAD 151 |
| Corequisites: RAD 112 and RAD 121 |
| This course provides additional experience in patient
management and in more complex radiographic procedures. Emphasis is placed
on mastering positioning of the spine, pelvis, head and neck, and thorax
and adapting procedures to meet patient variations. Upon completion,
students should be able to demonstrate successful completion of clinical
objectives. |
| |
| RAD 171 |
RAD Clinical Ed III |
0.0 |
0.0 |
12.0 |
4.0 |
| Prerequisites: RAD 112 and RAD 121 and RAD 161 |
| Corequisites: RAD 122 and RAD 131 |
| This course provides experience in patient management
specific to fluoroscopic and advanced radiographic procedures. Emphasis is
placed on applying appropriate technical factors to all studies and
mastering positioning of gastrointestinal and urological studies. Upon
completion, students should be able to demonstrate successful completion
of clinical objectives. |
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| RAD 211 |
RAD Procedures III |
2.0 |
3.0 |
0.0 |
3.0 |
| Prerequisites: RAD 122 |
| Corequisites: RAD 231 and RAD 241 and RAD 251 |
| This course provides the knowledge and skills necessary to
perform standard and specialty radiographic procedures. Emphasis is placed
on radiographic specialty procedures, pathology, and advanced imaging.
Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in
these areas. |
| |
| RAD 231 |
Radiographic Physics II |
1.0 |
3.0 |
0.0 |
2.0 |
| Prerequisites: RAD 171 or RAD 131 |
| Corequisites: None |
| This course continues the study of physics that underlie
diagnostic X-ray production and radiographic and fluoroscopic equipment.
Topics include X-ray production, electromagnetic interactions with matter,
X-ray devices, and equipment circuitry.
Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding
of the application of physical concepts as related to image production. |
| |
| RAD 241 |
Radiobiology/Protection |
2.0 |
0.0 |
0.0 |
2.0 |
| Prerequisites: RAD 122, RAD 131, and RAD 171 |
| Corequisites: RAD 211, RAD 231, and RAD 251 |
| This course covers the principles of radiation protection
and radiobiology. Topics include the effects of ionizing radiation on body
tissues, protective measures for limiting exposure to the patient and
personnel, and radiation monitoring devices. Upon completion, students
should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the effects and uses of
radiation in diagnostic radiology. |
| |
| RAD 245 |
Rad Quality Management |
1.0 |
3.0 |
0.0 |
2.0 |
| Prerequisites: RAD 211, RAD 231, RAD 241, and RAD 151 |
| Corequisites: RAD 261 |
| This course provides an overview of imaging concepts and
introduces methods of quality assurance. Topics include a systematic
approach for image evaluation and analysis of imaging service and quality
assurance. Upon completion, students should be able to establish and
administer a quality assurance program and conduct a critical review of
images. |
| |
| RAD 251 |
RAD Clinical Ed IV |
0.0 |
0.0 |
21.0 |
7.0 |
| Prerequisites: RAD 122 and RAD 131 and RAD 171 |
| Corequisites: RAD 211 and RAD 231 and RAD 241 |
| This course provides the opportunity to continue mastering
all basic radiographic procedures and to attain experience in advanced
areas. Emphasis is placed on equipment operation, pathological
recognition, pediatric and geriatric variations, and a further awareness
of radiation protection requirements. Upon completion, students should be
able to demonstrate successful completion of clinical objectives. |
| |
| RAD 261 |
RAD Clinical Ed V |
0.0 |
0.0 |
21.0 |
7.0 |
| Prerequisites: RAD 251 |
| Corequisites: RAD 245 |
| This course is designed to enhance expertise in all
radiographic procedures, patient management, radiation protection, and
image production and evaluation. Emphasis is placed on developing an
autonomous approach to the diversity of clinical situations and
successfully adapting to those procedures. Upon completion, students
should be able to demonstrate successful completion of clinical
objectives. |
| |
| RAD 271 |
Radiography Capstone |
0.0 |
3.0 |
21.0 |
1.0 |
| Prerequisites: RAD 211, RAD 231, RAD 241, RAD 251 |
| Corequisites: RAD 245, RAD 261 |
| This course provides an opportunity to exhibit problem-solving skills required for certification. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking and integration of didactic and clinical components. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the knowledge required of any entry-level radiographer. |
| |
| RAD 282 |
RAD Clinical Elective |
0.0 |
0.0 |
6.0 |
2.0 |
| Prerequisites: None |
| Corequisites: None |
| This course provides advanced knowledge of clinical
applications. Emphasis is placed on enhancing clinical skills. Upon
completion, students should be able to successfully complete the clinical
course objectives. |
