EXER 171 - Intro Medical Imaging

Institution:

Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

Subject:

Exercise Science

Description:

Introduces students to the medical imaging profession and includes historical development, specialties within the field, organizational structure of hospital department, licensure and certification, and opportunities for professional growth. The profession is examined to assist the student in making a commitment to pursue this field. This course provides the basic knowledge of advanced imaging technologies and modalities such as Radiography (X-ray), Computed Tomography (CT), Ultrasound (US), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), and Positron Emission Tomography (PET).

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.commonwealthu.edu/

Phone Number:

(570) 389-4000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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