RDTK 2941 - CT PHYSICS/INSTRUMENTATION II

Institution:

Casper College

Subject:

Radiologic Technology

Description:

RDTK 2941 CT Physics/Instrumentation II (3L,3CR) Content is designed to impart an understanding of the physical principles and instrumentation involved in computed tomography. Physics topics covered include computed tomography systems and operations will be explored with full coverage of radiographic tube configuration, collimator design and function, detector type, characteristics and functions and the CT computer and array processor. CT image processing and display will be examined from data acquisition through post processing and archiving and patient factors related to other elements affecting image quality will be explained, as well as artifact production and reduction and image communication. Prerequisite: RDTK 1925.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.caspercollege.edu

Phone Number:

(307) 268-2110

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

The Course Profile information is provided and updated by third parties including the respective institutions. While the institutions are able to update their information at any time, the information is not independently validated, and no party associated with this website can accept responsibility for its accuracy.