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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
This course provides the student with a current and thorough overview of the bioeffects of radiation. It provides comprehensive coverage of the physical principles and technical aspects of radiation protection in diagnostic radiology. Summarizes the need to provide radiation safety measures during the implementation of ionizing radiation to the patient. This course will be taught the 1st 8-weeks of the semester. Prerequisite: Formally admitted to the radiologic technology program Co-requisites: XRAY 1133, XRAY 1122, XRAY 1101, XRAY 1111, XRAY 1212 (2 credit hours, 32 lecture hours, 0 clinical hours)
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16.00 Credits
Under direct supervision, a continued development of competence and practice in basic positioning learned in procedures I and II. Independent performance in selected procedures, film processing, and film critiques. Assistance in variety of patient care needs. 16 hours per week. Prerequisite: XRAY 1133 Co-requisites: XRAY 1113, XRAY 1203 (3 credit hours, 0 lecture hours, 256 clinical hours)
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8.00 Credits
Under direct supervision, a continued development of competence and practice in basic positioning learned in procedures I and II. Independent/intermediate level of performance in selected procedures, film processing, and film critiques. Assistance in variety of patient care needs. Eight (8) hours a day for 16 days. Prerequisite: XRAY 1233 (3 credit hours, 0 lecture hours, 128 clinical hours)
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3.00 Credits
The study of procedures, projections, and anatomy of the cranium, facial bones, sinuses, and mastoids. Film critique evaluation will be discussed for each projection, as well as critical thinking skills in emergency and trauma situations. Prerequisite: XRAY 1203 Co-requisites: XRAY 2414, XRAY 2412 (3 credit hours, 32 lecture hours, 32 lab hours)
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3.00 Credits
A study of the physical principles of diagnostic radiography. Topics include units of measurement, structure of matter, atomic theory, x-ray interactions, attenuation, electrostatics, magnetism, electromagnetism, electrodynamics, x-ray tubes, x-ray circuitry, and equipment. Prerequisite: XRAY 1113 Co-requisites: XRAY 2403, XRAY 2414 (2 credit hours, 32 lecture hours, 0 clinical hours)
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24.00 Credits
A continued development of competence and practice in basic positioning learned in procedures I, II, and III. Independent/intermediate level of performance in selected procedures, film processing, and film critiques. Assistance in variety of patient care. 24 hours per week. Prerequisite: XRAY 1353 Co-requisite: XRAY 2403, XRAY 2412 (4 credit hours, 0 lecture hours, 384 clinical hours)
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3.00 Credits
This course is primarily a lecture course regarding the various diagnostic imaging modalities. Students will learn the basic principles of mammography, radiation therapy, CT, MRI, nuclear medicine, ultrasound, PET, and angiography. Other topics such as pediatric radiography, mobile radiography, PACS, and teleradiology will be discussed. Field trips to local hospitals may be arranged in order for the students to observe the various modalities. Prerequisite: XRAY 2403 Co-requisites: XRAY 2504, XRAY 2512 (3 credit hours, 48 lecture hours, 0 lab hours)
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24.00 Credits
The student will continue to develop competencies and practice basic positioning as learned in procedures I, II, and III. Independent performance in selected procedures, film processing, and film critiques. Observation, involvement, and assistance in special procedures and special imaging modalities. 24 hours per week. A registry review will be covered at the end of the semester. Prerequisite: XRAY 2414 Co-requisites: XRAY 2503, XRAY 2512 (4 credit hours, 0 lecture hours, 384 clinical hours)
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3.00 Credits
This course familiarizes the student with biomedical ethics and the medico-legal aspects of the imaging professional. Topics include professionalism, patients rights, patient confidentiality, HIPAA, health care distribution, diversity and antidiscrimination statutes in employment situations. Prerequisite: XRAY 2412, XRAY 2414, XRAY 2403 Co-requisites: XRAY 2503 and XRAY 2504 (2 credit hours, 32 lecture hours, 0 clinical hours)
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