RAD 157 - Radiologic Technology 2

Credits: 4
3 Lecture Hours 2 Lab Hours

Prerequisites: RAD 107
Co-requisites: BIO 162 and RAD 108C

Description
This course is an expansion on radiologic theory. The student will be introduced to more complex tasks associated with controlling image characteristics, theory and application of radiographic accessories, more complex positioning of the skeleton, radiography of the nonosseous systems and complementary imaging modalities. This course requires a per credit health career fee; Check the tuition and fee schedule for the current rate.

Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the student will:

Manipulate technical factors influencing and controlling image sharpness and recorded detail.
Evaluate radiographic quality of all image formations produced.
Manipulate radiographic equipment for various complex X-ray procedures.
Identify principles of analog and digital film quality for human anatomy of interest.
Formulate complex radiographic technical factors utilized to produce the X-ray beam.
Classify appropriate radiation protection measures for patient categories.
Employ radiation safety measures at all times for assigned examinations.

Listed Topics

Equipment manipulation
Technique formations
Image characteristics
Analog vs digital
Radiographic equipment
Medical terminology
Universal precautions
Nonosseous systems
Radiation hazards
Complex X-ray unit components
Processing images
Imaging modalities
Radiographic positioning
Trauma care

Reference Materials
Current and appropriate equipment, software and textbooks.

Students who successfully complete this course acquire general knowledge, skills and abilities that align with CCAC’s definition of an educated person. Specifically, this course fulfills these General Education Goals:

Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
Quantitative & Scientific Reasoning

Approved By: Dr. Quintin B. Bullock Date Approved: 2/27/2020
Last Reviewed: 4/23/2021

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