RAD 103 - Radiographic Exposure I

Institution:

Gwynedd Mercy University

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Description:

This course is designed to first, introduce specific types of radiation and second, outline the general principles and theories of radiographic exposure including: concepts in radiation production and control, understanding the image receptor package, primary exposure factors, radiation quantity and quality and influencing factors in exposure technique selection for image production. Practical problem solving experience, including the use of critical thinking skills, is reinforced during the completion of weekly supervised laboratory experiment assignments. 3 hours lecture per week for 15 weeks. 1.5 hours lab per week. Prerequisite: Admission into the School of Radiologic Technology. Corequisites: RAD 100, 101, 102, 104; BIO 107, 107L; MTH 136.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.gmercyu.edu

Phone Number:

(215) 646-7300

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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