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4.00 Credits
Positioning considerations and radiographic procedures for vertebral column, ribs, sternum, and skull. Procedural considerations for special views/trauma of each area are discussed. Class hrs. 3; Lab hrs. 2. Corequisite: Laboratory Prerequisite: All 1st semester Radiologic Technology Courses and Anatomy & Physiology I. Offered spring semester.
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1.00 Credits
Introduction to computers with medical application as it relates to the radiology department. Discussion and application include: types of computers, basic components of a computer system, programming languages and applications of computers. Students have actual hands-on experience with various types of software programs such as word processing, database and electronic spreadsheets. Class hrs. 3/week for 5 weeks. Prerequisite: acceptance to Radiologic Technology Curriculum. Offered summer semester at discretion of Radiologic Technology Program.
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1.00 Credits
A well balanced competency-based clinical education allows the student to demonstrate proper application of the didactic knowledge with special emphasis on positioning the patient and application of exposure techniques. The clinical instructor provides supervision and evaluates the student's positioning skills, professional attitude toward patient and clinical staff, application of their anatomic knowledge when viewing radiographs. Correct use of medical terminology and the application of radiation protection are evaluated. Total hrs. 240 off-campus. Prerequisite: acceptance to Radiologic Technology Curriculum. Offered fall semester.
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1.00 Credits
A continuation of Clinical Education I. Progression of radiographic procedures sequenced with class work. Total hrs. 240 off campus. Prerequisite: All 1st semester Radiologic Technology Courses and Anatomy & Physiology I and Clinical Education I. Offered spring semester.
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2.00 Credits
A continuation of Clinical Education II. Continued progression of radiographic procedures. Total hrs. 480 off campus. Prerequisite: All 1st year Radiologic Technology Courses and Anatomy & Physiology I & II and Clinical Education I & II. Offered summer semester.
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5.00 Credits
Conversion factors as they relate to radiographic quality. Introduction to fluoroscopic image intensifier, cine radiography, television monitor and television imaging in forming the fluoroscopic image, spot filming and tomographic principles. Principles of quality control and assurance as they relate to federal and state laws. Radiographic quality and H & D curves. Special X-ray imaging systems to include mammography, vascular imaging, digital imaging, CT and MR are discussed. Class hrs. 5. Prerequisite: All 1st year Radiologic Technology Courses and Anatomy & Physiology I & II. Offered fall semester.
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4.00 Credits
Contrast studies of the biliary, urinary, gastrointestinal, respiratory systems and their related medical and radiographic terminology. Laboratory and clinical applications, use of contrast media for each system area are discussed. Pediatric radiography, male and female reproductive systems are also discussed. Students are expected to engage in case studies for class presentation. Class hrs. 3; Lab hrs. 2. Prerequisite: All 1st year Radiologic Technology Courses and Anatomy & Physiology I & II. Offered fall semester.
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4.00 Credits
This course introduces the student radiographer to special radiographic imaging procedures, equipment and the various types of contrast media. Also, a history of the origin of these studies and their medico-legal implications are discussed. Special imaging studies include: angiography, arthrography, hysterosalpingography, and mammography. Special imaging modalities, catheters, guide wires and other accessories are discussed. Students are expected to engage in individual case studies for class presentation. A written paper is required. Class hrs. 3; Lab hrs. 2. Prerequisite: all 1st year Radiologic Technology courses and BIOL 121, 123 Anatomy and Physiology I & II; RAD 203 Radiographic Positioning III; and RAD 201X Radiographic Technique III. Offered spring semester.
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2.00 Credits
This course introduces the student to pathological principles and classification of diseases. Application of contrast media is discussed. Terminology pertaining to diseases affecting the body systems and their radiographic significance are discussed. Radiographs are used to illustrate radiologic pathologies. Prerequisites: 1st year Radiologic Technology Courses and Anatomy & Physiology I & II. Offered fall semester.
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2.00 Credits
Elements of medical terminology: prefixes, word roots, singular & plural forms. Spelling of medical terms classified as homonyms, interpretation of abbreviations, symbols and terms associated with each body system. Introduction to Ethics and Law in radiologic sciences. Case studies, patient rights, consent, medical records, medical negligence and standards of patient care are discussed. The role of the radiographer in maintaining and promoting professional conduct toward the patient are also discussed. Class hrs. 3; Lab hrs. 2. Corequisite: Laboratory, Prerequisite: acceptance to Radiologic Technology Curriculum. Offered fall semester.
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