16 courses with the subject RADT, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
This course is designed to train and evaluate the preparedness of a program student to return to the program after an extended absence. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into Radiologic Technology program.
This course covers an introduction to the career of Radiologic Technology including credentialing requirements, ethics and professionalism associated with the field. The course will cover the basics of radiation protection, radiographic quality and equipment associated with common radiographic procedures. Basics of patient care will be covered which will include the procedure for vital signs assessment, aseptic technique, medical emergencies, and basic pharmacology. Ethical behavior and ethical issues in healthcare will also be covered. Prerequisite(s): None
This course provides students with the knowledge necessary to perform radiographic procedures relative to the thoracic and abdominal organs, upper extremities, lower extremities, shoulder girdle and pelvic girdle. The function and related procedures of the digestive and hepatobiliary systems will also be covered. Emphasis will be on radiographic terms, anatomy, positioning, manipulation of radiographic equipment and accessories, and related patient care considerations. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into Radiologic Technology program. BIOL2260, CHEM1020, HLTH1106, MATH1110. 2024—25 Northland Course Descriptions Page 127
This course is the first clinical component of five. The student is assigned to a variety of clinical education sites to provide opportunities to apply the basic theoretical principles of radiography and patient care to the practical experience in the clinical setting. 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. Students will assist and perform radiographic procedures covered in RADT1114, under the direction of a qualified radiographer. The student will develop professional attributes with patients and the healthcare team and apply work ethics in the clinical setting. The radiography program faculty monitors the progress and performance of students with weekly evaluations and competency assessments. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into Radiologic Technology program. BIOL2260, CHEM1020, HLTH1106, MATH1110.
This course presents the basic principles that govern radiation physics. Topics include a historical review of the development of imaging technologies, the nature of electromagnetic radiation, atomic structure, x-ray production and interactions of x-rays with matter. An introduction to the major components of modern x-ray equipment design and operation as it relates to the control of x-ray beam characteristics will be discussed. This course is designed to provide a foundation of knowledge regarding the principles that govern radiographic technique, patient exposure and image quality can be built. Prerequisite(s): BIOL2260, CHEM1020, HLTH1106, MATH1110
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. Prerequisite(s): RADT1119
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. Prerequisite(s): RADT1119
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. Prerequisite(s): RADT1119
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 2024—25 Northland Course Descriptions Page 128
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. Prerequisite(s): RADT1128
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. Prerequisite(s): RADT1138
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. Prerequisite(s): RADT1138
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. Prerequisite(s): RADT2218
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. Prerequisite(s): RADT2218
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This course is a review of the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registry content specifications designed to prepare students for the national certification exam. Students will analyze their learning through class activities as well as mock registry exams. Prerequisite(s): RADT2218
Source: Northland Community and Technical College's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61
