RT 2442,2542 - Radiology Seminar I,II

Institution:

Chattanooga State Community College

Subject:

Description:

Advanced radiographic science; integrated coverage of radiation protection, equipment operation and maintenance, image production and evaluation, radiographic positioning and procedures, patient care and management, and quality assurance; focus on development of skills and knowledge needed to exercise independent judgement and discretion in the technical performance of medical imaging procedures. Focus on non-routine procedures in each exam category and modification of standard projections to better demonstrate pathology and accommodate patient's condition; evaluation of the performance of radiologic systems to effect the best diagnostic results with the least cost and radiation exposure to the patient. 2442 -- Includes film processing analysis and quality assurance using sensitometry. 2542 -Includes x-ray equipment analysis and quality control and the development of exposure guides (fixed kV, optimal kV, variable kV, automatic exposure control). Class 4 hours, lab 2 hours. [2442-F, 2542-S]

Credits:

4.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.chattanoogastate.edu

Phone Number:

(423) 697-4400

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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