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  • RADT 1124: Radiographic Proc II

    4.00 Credits
    Northland Community and Technical College

    This course provides students with the knowledge necessary to perform radiographic procedures relative to the urinary system, the bony thorax, skull and facial bones, sinuses and the vertebral column. Emphasis will be on radiographic terms, anatomy, positioning, manipulation of radiographic equipment and accessories, and patient care considerations related to radiography of the urinary system, bony thorax, and vertebral column. This course will cover techniques of venipuncture and the administration of contrast media as it relates to imaging the urinary system. Prerequisites: RADT1119.
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  • RADT 1127: Image Production - Eval

    3.00 Credits
    Northland Community and Technical College

    This course provides students with knowledge of the factors that control and influence image quality. Topics include the components of digital imaging as they relate to image formation, and display. The principles of exposure that affect image quality and the criteria for evaluating these factors will be presented. Students will be introduced to image processing and acquisition errors that affect image quality and technical factors associated with controlling patient exposure. Prerequisites: RADT1119.
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  • RADT 1128: Clinical Radiography II

    5.00 Credits
    Northland Community and Technical College

    This course is the second clinical component of five. The student is assigned to a variety of clinical education sites providing opportunities to progress with exam competencies. The student continues to demonstrate proficiency in competencies from Clinical I and proficiency in selection of radiographic technique, patient care, radiation protection, general radiographic procedures and image evaluation. The student develops competencies in exams covered in RADT1124. Students will be assigned weekend and p.m. shift work which provides opportunity to assist and perform trauma/mobile procedures and enables them to assess the various shift atmospheres. Clinical experience with pediatric and trauma procedures is strongly encouraged to promote proficiency as the student progresses. The development of critical thinking and problem solving skills are expected. The student demonstrates professional attributes with patients and the healthcare team and applies work ethics in the clinical setting. The radiography program faculty monitors the progress and performance of students with weekly evaluations and competency assessments. Prerequisites: RADT1119.
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  • RADT 1135: Advanced Imaging

    2.00 Credits
    Northland Community and Technical College

    This course introduces students to mobile fluoroscopic procedures in the surgical setting. Emphasis will include c-arm equipment components, manipulation and operation, safety practices and working in the sterile environment. In addition, content of this course is designed to introduce imaging modalities and treatment. Topics discussed will include equipment basics, procedural preparations, types of radiations and dose differences as well indications for performance of the imaging procedures. A review of body systems previously covered as they relate to modalities will be included. This course is designed to provide students with a foundation of knowledge in preparation for scheduled observations in the clinical setting. Pathways for educational and certification requirements for modalities will be discussed. The advanced imaging content areas covered include: Surgical imaging, Nuclear Medicine (NM), Computed Tomography (CT), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Positron Emission Tomography (PET), Sonography, Mammography, Radiation Therapy, Angiography, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Bone Densitometry. Prerequisites: RADT1128
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  • RADT 1138: Clinical Radiography III

    6.00 Credits
    Northland Community and Technical College

    This course is the third clinical component of five. The student is assigned to a variety of clinical education sites to provide opportunities to maintain proficiency in completed competencies as well as progress with additional competencies. Demonstration of increased proficiency, accuracy and efficiency in routine radiographic procedures is expected. The student demonstrates competency in radiographic technique, patient care, radiation protection, general procedures and image evaluation. Increased proficiency in critical thinking and problem solving skills are expected. Students will be assigned weekend and p.m. shift work, providing opportunity to enhance their skills in trauma/mobile radiography. Students will observe in interventional radiography and computed tomography. The student demonstrates professional attributes with patients and the healthcare team and applies work ethics in the clinical setting. The radiography program faculty monitors the progress and performance of students with weekly evaluations and competency assessments. Prerequisites: RADT1128
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  • RADT 2217: Imaging Equipment-QA

    3.00 Credits
    Northland Community and Technical College

    This course covers content that will provide students with an understanding of the components, principles and operation of digital systems. Factors that impact image acquisition, display, archiving and retrieval will be discussed. In addition, content related to special imaging methods of fluoroscopy, tomography and mobile radiography will be discussed. Students will gain understanding of the display, archival and retrieval systems associated with digital imaging and communication. The principles of quality control measures will be discussed, to include common quality control testing for imaging equipment and accessories. Prerequisites: RADT1138.
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  • RADT 2218: Clinical Radiography IV

    8.00 Credits
    Northland Community and Technical College

    This course is the fourth clinical component of five. This clinical course provides students the opportunity to function more independently in all areas of radiography. Students will demonstrate enhanced learning in previously completed competencies with continuing experience in trauma/mobile radiography, and pediatric work. Students will demonstrate the ability and desire to work more independently while adhering to program and professional ethical guidelines. Emphasis is placed on increasing proficiency in trauma and mobile radiography as well as c-arm procedures. Students will be assigned weekend and p.m. shift work which will continue to provide experiences with trauma/mobile radiographic procedures. Students will observe in additional imaging modalities. Students will be provided the opportunity to rotate within additional modalities to gain knowledge of the basics with imaging equipment and procedures in such modalities. Prerequisites: RADT1138.
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  • RADT 2220: Radiation Biology-Protect

    2.00 Credits
    Northland Community and Technical College

    This course is a study of radiation exposure to biologic tissue. Consideration is given to factors affecting cell response to acute and chronic radiation exposure. Principles of radiation protection and responsibilities of the radiographer are presented. Effective dose limits and regulatory policies are also discussed. Prerequisites: RADT2218.
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  • RADT 2228: Clinical Radiography V

    7.00 Credits
    Northland Community and Technical College

    This is the final clinical course of the program. This course emphasizes student independence, discretion, and judgment while performing required exam competencies. Students demonstrate work-readiness skills in all aspects of exam performance and patient care. Students are provided opportunities to observe in additional imaging modalities. Program faculty evaluates students for assurance of all completed competencies as outlined in the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) clinical requirements. Prerequisites: RADT2218.
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  • RADT 2234: Radiographic Pathology

    2.00 Credits
    Northland Community and Technical College

    This course provides students with the concepts of disease classifications and the effects on the human body. The course will include an overview of the terminology associated with common radiographic pathologies. Pathology and diseases as they relate to various radiographic procedures and image evaluation will be discussed. Prerequisites: RADT1138.
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