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Course Criteria
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2.00 Credits
Prerequisite: RTE 1503; Corequisite: RTE 1513. The objective of this course is to provide an introduction to basic principles of radiographic exposure and processing. Topics include radiographic density, contrast, image resolution, distortion, film, latent image formation, processing, and the creation of the digital image.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite RTE 1418. The objective of this course is to provide advanced, comprehensive instruction and discussion in principles of radiographic exposure. Topics include detailed instruction in the control of exposure and quality using mAs, kvp, SID, geometric factors, autotiming devices, grids, screens, beam restrictors, and filters. Tube rating and technique charts will also be evaluated.
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3.00 Credits
This course will consist of a lecture-laboratory study of basic routine positions of the chest, abdomen, upper and lower extremities, shoulder, and sternum.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: RTE 1503. This course provides a study of basic anatomy, physiology, and positioning of all routine contrast examinations and all routine spine examinations.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: MAT 1033; RTE 1418. The basic objective of this course is to present to students a comprehensive look at the principles of radiation physics. The course includes the fundamentals of electrical generation, properties of x-rays, production of x-rays, attenuation factors, special radiology equipment and circuits, and the design function of digital imaging equipment.
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2.00 Credits
Prerequisite: BCLS certification; Corequisite: RTE 1503. During the first clinical experience the student will be assigned to observe, assist in performing, and then perform examinations of the chest, abdomen, extremities and bony thorax.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: RTE 1804. In the second clinical experience students continue to practice and master learned competencies. In addition, students will begin rotations in diagnostic fluoroscopy examinations and perform examinations of the spine.
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4.00 Credits
Prerequisite: RTE 2782C; Corequisite: RTE 2854. This course provides a comprehensive review of patient care, image production and evaluation, equipment operation and maintenance, radiographic procedures and radiation protection.
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2.00 Credits
Prerequisite: RTE 2523. This course includes the study of radiation interaction and its biological effects. Radiation dangers and safety procedures used in response to these dangers are the basic content of this course. X-ray equipment, radiation quantities and units of radiation, radiation protection, MPD, detection instruments, and basic protection methods are discussed, relating these to state regulations, licensing, and federal standards for radiation safety.
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2.00 Credits
Prerequisite: RTE 1418. The course covers all aspects of radiographic quality assurance.
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