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RAD 200
Title
Introduction to
Radiography
Description
Introduction to program and
profession; radiation protection,
fundamental radiography principles
and procedures; foundation for all
basic radiography courses.
RAD 208
Radiography
Procedures I
Radiographic anatomy, positioning,
and image analysis of the
appendicular skeleton, shoulder
and pelvic girdles, and vertebral
column to include routine, nonroutine, trauma and surgical
radiography.
Student Learning Outcomes
1. Professional organization
structure.
2. Methods of radiation protection
for patients, co-workers, and self.
3. Nursing procedures as they
relate to radiographers in the
clinical setting.
4. Professional terminology as it
relates to communication in
healthcare.
5. Image processing and handling.
6. Human interaction skills and
their relation and application to
patient care.
7. Radiographic accessories and
their function in the x-ray room.
8. Use and control of x-ray
equipment and its relationship to
radiographic quality.
9. Professional ethics, including
HIPAA, confidentiality,
professional relationships, legal
obligations, and protocol.
10. Radiographic anatomy and
positioning, including the chest
and abdomen.
11. Fluoroscopic techniques
including methods of assisting,
related radiation protection, and
the use of contrast media.
12. Radiographic image critique.
13. The clinical experience,
including an orientation to:
a) hospital policies and
procedures;
b) fire and safety procedures at
the hospital;
c) organization and function of the
radiology department;
d) the equipment and accessories
used in the radiographic rooms;
e) radiographic procedures in the
clinical setting; and
f) patient care.
1. Position patients for routine and
non-routine examinations of the
appendicular skeleton, shoulder
and pelvic girdles, and vertebral
column, including supplemental
positions when necessary.
2. Develop a systematic
procedure for performing
examinations of the appendicular
RAD 208L
Radiographic
Positioning Lab I
Radiographic Positioning
Laboratory I; Hours: 0 classroom +
2 lab/studio; taught: fall only
Radiographic positioning of the
appendicular skeleton, pelvic and
shoulder girdles, and vertebral
column using simulation and
phantoms; supervised practice and
image analysis.
RAD 209
Radiographic
Procedures II
Introduction to contrast studies;
radiographic anatomy, positioning,
and image analysis of the
gastrointestinal, biliary and urinary
systems, bony thorax, and cranium
to include routine, non-routine,
trauma and surgical radiography.
skeleton, shoulder and pelvic
girdles, and vertebral column.
3. Describe common trauma and
surgical radiographic exams for
his anatomy.
4. Discuss appropriate patient
preparation and instructions for
each exam.
5. Correctly identify anatomy
displayed on the resulting
radiographs.
6. Evaluate radiographs for
positioning accuracy and technical
quality.
7. Identify appropriate radiation
protection measures for each
exam. 8. Identify and/or define
assigned medical terminology.
1. Perform routine and
supplementary examinations of
the appendicular skeleton,
shoulder and pelvic girdles, and
vertebral column in an orderly
fashion.
2. Develop an image file using
radiographic phantoms.
3. Demonstrate effective
communication skills related to
patient identification, preparation
and examination instructions.
4. Correctly expose and process
the CR image in the development
of a phantom file.
5. Select and correctly use
appropriate auxiliary equipment to
assist in radiographic positioning.
6. Demonstrate appropriate
radiation protection measures
during simulated radiographic
examinations.
7. Evaluate radiographs for
anatomy and correct positioning
techniques
1. Describe various contrast
media and their use.
2. Describe contrast media
reactions and appropriate
responses for each.
3. Position patients for routine and
non-routine examinations of the
urinary, digestive, and biliary
systems, bony thorax, and skull,
including supplemental positions
when necessary.
4. Develop a systematic
procedure for performing
RAD 209L
Radiographic
Positioning Lab II
RAD 214
Analysis of
Radiographic
Quality
examinations of the urinary,
digestive, and biliary systems and
axial skeleton.
5. Describe common trauma and
surgical radiographic exams for
this anatomy.
6 .Discuss appropriate patient
preparation and instructions for
each exam.
7. Correctly identify anatomy
displayed on the resulting
radiographic images.
8. Evaluate radiographic images
for correct positioning techniques.
9. Identify appropriate radiation
protection measures for each
exam.
10. Identify and/or define assigned
medical terminology related to
contrast media and cervical and
lumbar spines, urinary, digestive
and biliary systems, bony thorax,
and skull.
Radiographic positioning of the
1. Perform routine and
gastrointestinal, biliary, and urinary supplementary examinations of
systems, bony thorax, and cranium the urinary tract, digestive system
using simulation and phantoms;
and axial skeleton in an orderly
supervised practice and image
fashion.
analysis.
2. Refine positioning skills and
increase speed and efficiency. 3.
Demonstrate effective
communication skills related to
patient identification, preparation
and examination instructions.
4. Correctly expose and process
the CR image in the development
of a phantom file.
5. Select and correctly use
appropriate auxiliary equipment to
assist in radiographic positioning.
6. Demonstrate appropriate
radiation protection measures
during simulated radiographic
examinations.
7. Evaluate radiographic images
for demonstration of anatomy,
correct positioning techniques and
technical accuracy.
Principles of radiographic exposure 1. Describe the production of
variables and processing; analysis
radiation and list its
of the radiographic image; problem- characteristics.
solving approach to practical
2. Analyze the interrelationships
application of principles.
among the prime factors of x-ray
exposure.
RAD 214L
Analysis of
Radiographic
Quality Lab
Laboratory demonstration and
experimentation coordinated with
principles taught in RAD 214.
3. Perform mathematical
calculations of exposure
technique.
4. Identify and describe the factors
affecting the visibility and the
geometric properties of
radiographic images, both for film
and digital systems.
5. Define scatter radiation and
describe methods of reduction and
control.
6. Describe the structure and
function of image receptor system,
including computed radiography
systems, intensifying screens and
radiographic film.
7. Identify the composition and
function of processing chemicals.
8. List the components of an
automatic processing system and
describe their functions.
9. Describe the design and
function of a radiographic dark
room.
10. Explain how the elements of
radiographic quality can be
manipulated to reduce patient
exposure.
11. Describe the basic process of
computed radiography.
12. Explain how exposure
variables affect image quality and
exposure indicators in a computed
radiography environment.
13. Describe exposure indicators
and explain how they relate to
patient exposure.
1. Identify the factors that affect
quantity and quality of radiation
produced.
2. Demonstrate and explain the
effects of each of the following on
film image qualities, digital
exposure indicators and image
quality, and patient dose: prime
factors, geometric factors, beam
restriction, intensifying screens,
radiographic grids.
3. Demonstrate the proper
manipulation of the prime factors
for optimum image quality.
4. Analyze image quality relative
to photographic and geometric
properties of radiographic quality.
RAD 216
Physical Principles
of Radiographic
Equipment
Principles of electromagnetism and
the relationship to radiographic
circuitry and equipment;
construction and design of
radiographic, fluoroscopic,
mammographic, tomographic, and
digital equipment. Basic quality
control for radiographic,
fluoroscopic, and digital equipment.
RAD 286
Radiographic
Practicum I
Clinical application of principles of
radiographic positioning, technique,
and radiation protection;
competency in chest, abdominal,
appendicular skeleton, lumbar
spine, shoulder, and pelvic girdle
radiography. Conducted under
supervision of registered
radiographers and clinical faculty.
5. Identify the basic components
of a film processor and explain its
function.
6. Demonstrate the steps involved
in a processor QC program.
1. Discuss the basic laws of
physics and relate them to
radiography.
2. Describe the atom and the
structure of matter and their
relation to the x-ray generator
components.
3. Explain the principles of
electricity and magnetism in
relation to the x-ray generator.
4. Relate the laws of
electromagnetism to the design
and construction of the x-ray
machine.
5. Describe the function of the
individual components in an x-ray
circuit and machine.
6. Explain the physical concepts
and equipment associated with
fluoroscopy, tomography, and
mammography.
7. Explain the basic components
and operation of a digital imaging
system, including computed
radiography and digital
radiography.
8. Identify the basic quality control
tests for an x-ray generator and
ancillary equipment, and explain
how they are conducted and how
results are interpreted.
1. Demonstrate clinical
competence in radiography of the
chest, abdomen, appendicular
skeleton, shoulder, pelvic girdle
lumbar spine and sacrum and
coccyx.
2. Develop and maintain
professional and ethical working
habits.
3. Demonstrate evidence of
general clinical and professional
achievement in demeanor,
attitude, punctuality, etc.
4. Demonstrate the ability to
systematically evaluate
radiographs for correct
positioning, radiation protection,
patient/film identification and
radiographic quality.
RAD 296
Radiographic
Practicum II
Clinical application of principles of
radiation protection and of
radiographic positioning and
technique; competency in portable
radiography and in radiography of
the cervical and lumbar spine, bony
thorax, cranium and G-U and G-I
systems. Conducted under
supervision of registered
radiographers and clinical faculty.
RAD 308
Radiographic
Procedures III
Specialized radiographic
procedures, including trauma,
mobile and surgical radiography,
mammography, HSG,
myelography, arthrography and
biliary exams. Informed consent
process and surgical aseptic
techniques procedures will also be
covered. Additional topics include
best practices for imaging exams
on pediatric, geriatric and bariatric
patients.
5. Demonstrate safe and proper
methods of patient transport.
6. Demonstrate the appropriate
skills for completing routine tasks
in the office\patient reception area
and film file areas.
7. Demonstrate clinical
competence in non-routine
radiographic exams and the ability
to work in emergency situations,
during a trauma exam.
1. Demonstrate appropriate
radiation safety practices for
him/herself, the patient and clinical
education setting personnel.
2. Develop and maintain
professional and ethical working
habits.
3. Demonstrate evidence of
general clinical and professional
achievement in demeanor,
attitude, punctuality, etc.
4.Demonstrate clinical
competence in radiography of the
chest, abdomen, appendicular
skeleton, axial skeleton, vertebral
column, bony thorax and in routine
contrast studies.
5 .Demonstrate the ability to
identify contrast media reactions.
6. Demonstrate the ability to
systematically evaluate
radiographs for correct
positioning, radiation protection,
patient/IR/image identification and
radiographic quality.
1. Identify the differences
between adult, geriatric, pediatric
and bariatric radiography, and the
adaptations needed to
accommodate these differences.
2. Describe special techniques
and patient care issues in trauma,
surgical and mobile radiography.
3. Define routine and diagnostic
mammographic exams and
mammographic interventional
procedures, including indications,
positioning, equipment, quality
regulations, patient care and
education and alternative imaging
modalities used in mammography.
4. Discuss procedures, protocols,
patient care and equipment
required for non-vascular special
radiographic procedures.
RAD 309
Radiographic
Procedures IV
Overview of vascular and
interventional radiographic
procedures and associated
equipment; additional topics
include pharmacology,
venipuncture procedures, venous
access devices, biopsy and
drainage procedures, and patient
monitoring and assessment.
RAD 340
Radiation Biology &
Protection
Biological effects of ionizing
radiation; radiation safety
requirements, and procedures;
laboratory demonstration and
experimentation.
5. Describe the principles of
surgical asepsis\sterile technique
and how to create and maintain a
sterile field.
6. Identify anatomy related to
each procedure.
7. Define medical terminology
related to each procedure.
1. Discuss procedures, protocols,
patient care and equipment
required for arterial and venous
vascular radiography and
interventional procedures.
2. Identify anatomy related to each
procedure.
3. Define medical terminology
related to each procedure.
4. Identify commonly used
medications, classifications, uses
and routs of drug administration
used in the
Radiological/Interventional
procedures.
5. Describe venipuncture
techniques and demonstrate skills
on a simulator IV arm.
6. Analyze the methods of patient
monitoring and assessment
utilized during each procedure.
1. Describe various types of
radiation and the mechanisms by
which they interact.
2. Analyze graphs and data to
describe the effects that radiation
has on the human body, including:
genetic, somatic, cellular,
systemic, acute, and latent effects.
3. Differentiate between various
cells, tissues, and organs relative
to radiosensitivity and the factors
that may affect this
radiosensitivity.
4. Describe the principles and
theories of health physics as they
relate to radiation detection,
measurement and protection.
5. Identify dose limits for
occupational professionals and
the public.
6. Differentiate between diagnostic
radiography, nuclear medicine and
radiation therapy and discuss the
implications relative to radiation
exposure.
RAD 350
Clinical Pathology
for Radiographers
Anatomy, pathology, and
mechanisms of disease with its
radiological manifestation in
radiographic studies; case studies;
radiology presentations.
RAD 376
Radiographic
Practicum III
Clinical application of principles of
radiation protection and of
radiographic positioning and
technique; competency in
radiography of the skeletal and
digestive systems. Five-week
internship that includes a one-week
evening assignment; conducted
under supervision of registered
radiographers and clinical faculty.
RAD 386
Radiographic
Practicum IV
Clinical application of principles of
radiographic positioning, technique,
and radiation protection;
competency in surgical and nonroutine radiography and continued
competency in routine skeletal and
contrast studies. Conducted under
1. Identify the major causes of
disease in man.
2. Discuss the functional and
physiologic changes along with
anatomical changes in the body
that result from the disease
processes.
3. Identify general radiological
correlates of diseases involving
the respiratory, skeletal,
cardiovascular, digestive,
reproductive, hematopoietic,
urinary, and central nervous
systems.
4. Explain the function of the
radiographer in the disease
management process.
5. Describe methods of
systematically evaluating a
radiograph for evidence of
pathology.
1. Develop clinical competence in
the performance of routine
diagnostic radiographic
procedures.
2. Develop speed and accuracy in
the performance of routine
diagnostic radiographic
procedures.
3. Develop clinical competence in
non-invasive, non-routine
radiographic examinations.
4. Demonstrate the ability to
systematically evaluate
radiographic images for correct
positioning, radiation protection,
identification and radiographic
quality.
5. Development of professional
and ethical work habits.
6. Demonstrate appropriate
radiation safety practices for the
technologist, patient, and clinical
education setting personnel.
7. Demonstrate evidence of
general clinical and professional
achievement in demeanor,
attitude, punctuality, etc.
1. Demonstrate clinical
competency in non-invasive and
non-routine radiographic
examinations including special
procedures, cardiac cath, and
emergency procedures.
2. Demonstrate competence in
primary assisting/radiography in
supervision of registered
radiographers and clinical faculty.
RAD 396
Radiographic
Practicum V
Clinical application of principles of
radiographic positioning, technique,
and radiation protection;
introduction to advanced medical
imaging modalities; continued
competency development in nonroutine radiography. Conducted
under supervision of registered
radiographers and clinical faculty.
RAD 480
Radiography
Seminar
Comprehensive review and
assessment of essential concepts
simple non-vascular invasive
procedures.
3. Demonstrate continued
competency in routine radiography
under indirect supervision with
emphasis on speed and accuracy
development.
4. Demonstrate evidence of
general clinical and professional
achievement in demeanor,
attitude, punctuality, etc.
5. Develop and maintain
professional and ethical working
habits.
6. Demonstrate the ability to
systematically evaluate
radiographs for correct
positioning, radiation protection,
patient/film identification and
radiographic quality.
1. Demonstrate appropriate
radiation safety practices for
him/herself, the patient and clinical
education setting personnel.
2. Demonstrate clinical
competency in non-invasive, nonroutine radiographic examinations.
3. Demonstrate competence in
primary assisting/radiography in
simple non-vascular invasive
procedures.
4. Demonstrate continue
competency in routine radiography
under indirect supervision with
emphasis on speed and accuracy
development.
5. Demonstrate evidence of
general clinical and professional
achievement in demeanor,
attitude, punctuality, etc.
6. Continue to develop and
maintain professional and ethical
working habits.
7. Demonstrate the ability to
systematically evaluate
radiographs for correct
positioning, radiation protection,
identification and radiographic
quality.
8. Explore various advanced
imaging modalities or evaluate
other clinical settings that use
radiography during an elective
rotation.
1. Through review of program and
ARRT content specifications
in radiography; preparation for the
ARRT examination; professional
development planning; resume
writing and interview skills;
communication and customer
service in healthcare
RAD 470
Principles of
Computed
Tomography
Theory, principles, and applications
of, computed tomography,
topics, each student will be able to
describe the: physical concepts,
basic design and maintenance of
various types of equipment within
the Radiology Department;
concepts, principles, and theories
of radiographic exposure and
processing and their application
relative to analysis of the
radiographic image; biological
effects of ionizing radiation and
the guidelines and methods used
to minimize occupational and
patient exposure; radiographic
procedures relative to anatomy,
positioning, contrast media,
patient preparation and image
analysis; patient care relative to
vital signs, CPR, patient transfer,
medical terminology,
pharmacology, venipuncture,
oxygen administration, IV
maintenance, etc.
2. Students will develop a plan for
professional development as a
radiographer, to include
identification of continuing
education requirements, sources
of CE materials, certification
renewal processes.
3. Students will identify
professional societies for
radiographers and analyze the
roles of these organizations.
4. Discuss factors that can
influence the effectiveness of
communication in healthcare, to
include culture, socioeconomic
background, altered state of
consciousness, and sensory
deficits.
5. Differentiate between social and
professional communication.
6. Identify communication
techniques that promote the
effective transfer of information
between healthcare professionals
and patients.
7. Explain the importance of
customer service in a health care
setting and identify methods of
providing high quality customer
service.
1. Describe the major components
of the CT scanner and their
functions, including the imaging
including instrumentation,
equipment, and exam procedures.
RAD 486
Radiographic
Practicum VI
Clinical application of general
radiography with first of two
concentrations in an advanced
imaging modality or radiology
management; conducted under
supervision of registered
technologists and clinical faculty.
RAD 496
Radiographic
Practicum VII
Clinical application of general
radiography with concentration in
an advanced imaging modality or
radiology management; conducted
under supervision of registered
technologists and clinical faculty.
Continuation of RAD 486.
system, computer and operator’s
console.
2. Describe the data acquisition
process for high-quality CT
images.
3. Identify the technical factors for
CT scanning and various
techniques for image
manipulation.
4. Describe quality control
procedures for CT imaging.
5. Analyze the role of CT
technologists in reducing patient
and occupational radiation dose
through technical factor selection,
positioning and shielding.
6. Describe the imaging protocols
for common CT exams including
pelvis, head, abdomen and thorax,
both with and without contrast.
1. Demonstrate appropriate
radiation safety practices for self,
the patient and clinical education
setting personnel.
2. Demonstrate continued
competency in routine radiography
under indirect supervision with
emphasis on efficiency and
accuracy development.
3. Demonstrate evidence of
general clinical and professional
achievement in demeanor,
attitude, punctuality, etc.
4. Continue to develop and
maintain professional and ethical
working habits.
5. Explore radiology
management/QA or a specialized
imaging modality (CT, MRI,
mammography,
interventional/cardiac cath)
through the first of two
concentrated assignments in that
area.
1. Demonstrate appropriate
radiation safety practices for
him/herself, the patient and clinical
education setting personnel.
2. Demonstrate continued
competency in routine radiography
under indirect supervision with
emphasis on efficiency and
accuracy development.
3. Demonstrate evidence of
general clinical and professional
RAD 494
Topics: Radiology
Intensive study of a special topic or
issue in radiologic technology
through independent study. May be
repeated for credit.
Intensive study of a special topic or
issue in radiologic technology
through independent study. May be
repeated for credit.
RAD 499
Special Topics in
Radiology
HSC 494
Topics in Healthcare
Focused study and analysis of a
specific topic related to health care.
May be repeated when topics vary,
for a maximum of 9 semester
hours. See Schedule of Classes for
specific topic.
RSP 430
Advanced
Pathophysiology
Focus on competencies for RRT
practicing in the critical care
setting; administration of specialty
gases, advanced airway
management and ventilation
techniques, recognition of
mechanisms of respiratory failure;
end of life care; disaster
preparation; anticipation of care
based on pharmacologic agents,
and other diagnostic procedures.
RSP 451
Polysomnography I
achievement in demeanor,
attitude, punctuality, etc.
4. Continue to develop and
maintain professional and ethical
working habits.
5. Explore radiology
management/QA or a specialized
imaging modality (CT, MRI,
mammography,
interventional/cardiac cath)
through a concentrated
assignment in that area.
6. For advanced imaging
concentrations, apply basic
principles of the specified modality
to demonstrate competency in
basic routine exams.
7. For radiology management
concentration, examine the role of
a radiology manager with
emphasis on scheduling, quality
improvement processes, safety
and QC, budget, and leadership.
SLOs vary, depending on topic.
SLOs vary, depending on topic.
SLOs vary, depending on topic
1. Learn how to define and
analyze complex clinical
problems.
2. Develop skill in assessing
patients for advanced airways.
3. Experience designing a solution
suited to a specific clinical setting.
4. Practice evaluating the
effectiveness of an intervention in
a critically ill patient.
5. Develop skill and confidence in
discussing end of life care with all
members of the interdisciplinary
healthcare team.
Students will review the delivery of
1. Discuss the job responsibilities
health care to chronically ill patients of a respiratory therapist in
with lung and heart disorders with
disease management.
emphasis on the respiratory care.
Patient case reviews will utilize a
multidisciplinary approach to case
management and responsibilities
unique to the respiratory therapist.
This course will aid those wishing
to become certified asthma
educators.
RSP 452
Polysomnography II
Presentation and discussion of
psychomotor practices related to
interpretation of the
polysomnogram for adult and
pediatric patients. Emphasis on
therapeutic equipment, protocols,
artifact recognition and
troubleshooting of the equipment.
RSP 496
Clinical Practicum VI
Students will complete clinical
competencies focused in the areas
of specialization of either disease
management or polysomnography.
2. Apply nationally and
internationally recognized
standards of care to the
management of lung diseases.
3. Describe the components of a
disease management program.
4. Use outcome variables to
evaluate disease management
programs.
1. Define artifact and differentiate
between desirable and
undesirable signals.
2. Discuss the role of CPAP in the
management of obstructive sleep
apnea.
3. Discuss different application
methods of applying CPAP to
pediatric and adult patients.
4. Identify sleep related breathing
disorders on a polysomnogram.
5. Score polysomnograms using
appropriate montages.
6. Discuss the basics of good
laboratory management.
1. Identify artifact and differentiate
between desirable and
understandable signals on a
polysomnogram.
2. Identify sleep related breathing
disorders as seen on a
polysomnogram.
3. Demonstrate the basics of good
laboratory management.
4. Apply nationally recognized
standards of care in the
management of patients with lung
disease.