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  • RAD 108: Radiation Protection

    1.00 Credits
    Gwynedd Mercy University

    Physical principles underlying the effects of ionizing radiation on living organisms, including exposure levels and projected degree of biologic damage. Evaluation of historical and current NRC regulations regarding radiation monitors, radiation safety, shielding requirements, etc. in terms of rational effectiveness. Pennsylvania State Law regarding current radiation protection practices relating to diagnostic radiography will also be covered. 2 hours lecture per week. Prerequisites: RAD 100, 101, 102, 103, 104; BIO 107, 107L; MTH 136. Corequisites: RAD 105, 106, 107, 109; BIO 108, 108L; ENG 101.
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  • RAD 109: Clinical Education II

    1.00 Credits
    Gwynedd Mercy University

    The student under the direct supervision from a staff technologist or clinical instructor, should actively perform those examinations which Competency has been successfully demonstrated during Clinical Education I and continue to practice preparing for Competency on remaining examinations studied during RAD 102 - Radiographic Procedures and Related Anatomy, as well as new examinations introduced in RAD 105 - Radiographic Procedures and Related Anatomy II lecture and laboratory. Students are required to successfully complete a minimum of six radiographic Competency Examinations to meet the minimum course requirements. 15 hours per week. Prerequisites: RAD 100, 101, 102, 103, 104; BIO 107, 107L; MTH 136. Corequisites: RAD 105, 106, 107, 108; BIO 108, 108L; ENG 101.
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  • RAD 110: Clinical Education III

    2.00 Credits
    Gwynedd Mercy University

    Continuation of RTS 101 with emphasis on patient care, simulation and treatment procedures performed daily in the Radiation Oncology department. 8 hours per day, 5 days per week. Prerequisites: RTS 101, 107, 308; PHY 111
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  • RAD 202: Radiation Procedures III

    3.00 Credits
    Gwynedd Mercy University

    This course will provide the student with the knowledge to identify all skull anatomy and the skills necessary to perform standard radiographic procedures of the skull. Radiographs of optimal diagnostic quality will be presented and evaluated. Laboratory experience will be utilized to complement the classroom theory presented in this course. 3 hours lecture per week; 2 hours lab per week. Prerequisites: RAD 102, 105; BIO 107, 107L, 108, 108L. Corequisites: RAD 203, 204, 205, 206, 207; CIS 101; ENG 101.
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  • RAD 203: Radiation Biology

    2.00 Credits
    Gwynedd Mercy University

    Physical principles underlying the biological effects of ionizing radiation on living organisms, including exposure levels and the projected degree of biological damage the exposure will cause to specific biologic tissue. Emphasis is placed on specific cell types, metabloic activity, proliferation rate, phase of miotic division, and the influence of aerobic/anaerobic states on cell radio sensitivity at the time of irradiation. 3 hours per week. Prerequisites: RAD 103, 106, 107, 108; BIO 107, 107L, 108, 108L. Corequisites: RAD 202, 204, 205, 206, 207; CIS 101; ENG 101.
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  • RAD 204: Advanced Imaging Techniques

    2.00 Credits
    Gwynedd Mercy University

    The student is introduced to the physical principles that govern the function of the various imaging equipment used in the Radiological Sciences including: Tomography; Fluroscopy; Image Intensification; Digital Radiography; CT; MRI. Specialized invasive procedures requiring surgical aseptic technique to include: Percutaneous Renal and Bilary examinations; Retrograde Urograhy; Cystography; Urethography; Hystrosalpingography; Sialography; Sinography; ERCP; Myelograpgy; Discography; Lymphangiography; Arthrography; Venography; Angiography are also covered. 2.5 hours per week. Prerequisites: RAD 102, 103, 105, 106, 107, 108; BIO 107, 107L, 108, 108L. Corequisites: RAD110; PSY elective.
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  • RAD 205: Contrast Media

    1.00 Credits
    Gwynedd Mercy University

    The course introduces the student to the pharmacology; toxicity; complications including likelihood of hypersensitivity reactions, degree of severity, and medical treatment; indications/contraindications; informed consent; and exposure factors required of commonly used radiographic contract media. Radiographic examinations requiring the use of these contract media are also reviewed. 1 hour per week. Prerequisites: RAD 102, 103, 105, 106, 107; BIO 107, 107L, 108, 108L. Corequisites: RAD 202, 203, 204, 206, 207; CIS 101; ENG 101.
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  • RAD 206: Film Evaluation

    1.00 Credits
    Gwynedd Mercy University

    The focus of this course will be on developing concepts and theories which enable the student to critique radiographic images through application of radiographic critiquing theories and concepts by requiring the student to synthesize theory and practice in the identification and correction of radiographic artifacts and image errors through reviewing a wide variety of clinical radiographs. Prepared visual learning materials which provide extensive supervised guidance by the instructor. Students are required to make oral presentations to demonstrate radiograph critiquing skills. 2 hours per week. Grading: Pass/Fail. Prerequisites: RAD 102, 103, 105, 106,107, 108; BIO 107, 107L, 108, 108L. Corequisites: RAD 202, 204, 205, 207; CIS 101; ENG 101.
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  • RAD 207: Clinical Education IV

    1.00 Credits
    Gwynedd Mercy University

    During this clinical education experience, the student is learning, practicing and completing examinations of the skull, paranasal sinuses, facial bones, orbits, mandible, and nasal bones under direct supervision from a staff technologist or clinical instructor. The student should, at this level, be comfortable performing radiographic examinations of the chest, abdomen, upper and lower extremities, shoulder and pelvic girdles, spine and complete alimentary canal. Students are required to successfully complete a minimum of eight radiographic competency examinations to meet the minimum course requirements. 22 hours per week. Prerequisites: RAD 104, 109, 110. Corequisites: RAD 202, 203, 204, 205, 206; CIS 101; ENG 101.
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  • RAD 208: Radiographic Pathology

    2.00 Credits
    Gwynedd Mercy University

    Radiographically important disease processes affecting the sketetal, renal, digestive, respiratory, cardiovascular and neurological systems will be evaluated. Traumatic injury to the appendicular skeleton will be emphasized. Gross changes from the normal radiographic appearance of anatomical structures and the effect of human disease processes will influence exposure technique considerations and psychological approaches to enhance patient rapport will also be emphasized. 2.5 hours per week. Prerequisites: RAD 102, 103, 105, 106, 202, 203, 204, 206. Corequisites: RAD 209, 210, 211, 212, 213; PHL elective; RS elective.
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