20 courses with the subject RAD, 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.
RAD 101Radiographic Technique 1 (and Lab)4
Review of fundamentals of mathematics, units of measurement as they relate to radiologic physics and medical imaging. The structure of matter, basic electricity, magnetism, electrical physics, radiation physics, x-ray circuitry, x-ray tube, x-ray production, x-ray generating equipment and tube rating charts are discussed.
Students must have been accepted into the Radiologic program and be registered in that curriculum.
RAD 103Radiographic Positioning 1 (and Lab)4
Introduction to radiographic procedures and correct positioning terminology. Instruction in routine and special positions of upper and lower limbs, chest, abdomen, shoulder girdle and pelvic girdle and hip. Evaluation of radiographic procedures performed in lab is discussed. Use of radiographs in classroom is used to supplement positioning discussion and evaluation of case studies. Trauma radiography as it applies to the course topics is discussed.
Students must have been accepted into the Radiologic program and be registered in that curriculum.
RAD 105Radiographic Technique 2 (and Lab)4
Principles of radiographic exposure, film and processing systems are discussed. The application of radiographic accessories include, film-screen combination, filters, grids, beam restrictors, radiographic quality principles and film critique. Technique systems including automatic exposure control (AEC) and technique charts are also discussed. Creating and analyzing of radiographic images.
Positioning considerations and radiographic procedures for vertebral column, ribs, sternum, and skull. Procedural considerations for special views/trauma of each area are discussed.
Elements of medical terminology: prefixes, word roots, singular & plural forms. Spelling of medical terms classified as homonyms, interpretation of abbreviations, symbols and terms associated with each body system. Introduction to Ethics and Law in radiologic sciences. Case studies, patient rights, consent, medical records, medical negligence and standards of patient care are discussed. The role of the radiographer in maintaining and promoting professional conduct toward the patient are also discussed.
Students must have been accepted into the Radiologic program and be registered in that curriculum.
RAD 114Radiologic Science Patient Care2
This course provides the student with the basic concepts of patient care, including consideration of the physical and psychological needs of the patient. Routine and emergency patient care procedures are described, patient care and safety, drug administration, vital signs, infection control procedures and venipuncture. The role of the radiographer in patient education is identified.
Students must have been accepted into the Radiologic program and be registered in that curriculum.
RAD 116Intro to Radiation Protection1
Introduction to radiation units, radiation sources and levels, radiation protection guidelines, and protection of the patient, public, and radiographer. Radiation detection equipment, personnel monitoring and applicable federal and state laws governing radiation dose limits is discussed.
Students must have been accepted into the Radiologic program and be registered in that curriculum.
RAD 141Clinical Education 11
A well balanced competency-based clinical education allows the student to demonstrate proper application of the didactic knowledge with special emphasis on positioning the patient and application of exposure techniques. The clinical instructor provides supervision and evaluates the student’s positioning skills, professional attitude toward patient and clinical staff, application of their anatomic knowledge when viewing radiographs. Correct use of medical terminology and the application of radiation protection are evaluated.
This course reviews radiographic quality conversion factors as they relate to radiographic quality. It includes an introduction to fluoroscopic image intensification, television monitor and television imaging in forming fluoroscopic image, and tomographic principles. Also discussed are the principles involved with tube rating charts, sensitometry and its use in radiography, principles of quality control and assurance as they relate to federal and state laws and radiographic quality and H and D curves.
This course is an introduction to television and the role it plays in digital imaging. Digital imaging topics are covered including computed radiography and digital radiography. Fundamentals of CAT Scanning (CT) are covered. PACS information systems and their role in radiography are also covered.
This course provides various imaging procedures performed by radiographers and students in clinical practice. The course is designed to develop competency in procedures of the respiratory system, pediatrics, biliary, gastrointestinal, and urinary system. Medical and radiographic terms associated with each area are included. Student radiographers will become familiar with routine and non-routine procedures and contrast agents associated with each system in various clinical practice.
This course introduces the student radiographer to special radiographic imaging procedures, equipment and the various types of contrast media. Also, a history of the origin of these studies and their medico-legal implications are discussed. Special imaging studies include: angiography, arthrography, hysterosalpingography, and mammography. Special imaging modalities, catheters, guide wires and other accessories are discussed. Students are expected to engage in individual case studies for class presentation. A written paper is required.
RAD 203 Radiographic Positioning 3 , RAD 241 - Clinical Education 4 and BIOL 123 - Anatomy and Physiology 2 - Lecture & Lab
RAD 221Radiographic Pathology2
This course introduces the student to pathological principles and classification of diseases. Application of contrast media is discussed. Terminology pertaining to diseases affecting the body systems and their radiographic significance are discussed. Radiographs are used to illustrate radiologic pathologies.
An introduction to the cross sectional view of the human body. Sectional Anatomy is correlated both with longitudinal view and with scans (MRI and CAT). Material covers thorax, abdomen, pelvis, and brain ventricles.
The principles of radiation protection as they pertain to CT scanning and advanced imaging modalities. Content provides an overview of the principles of the interaction of radiation with living systems. Radiation effects on molecules, cells, tissues and the body as a whole are presented. Factors affecting biological response are presented, including acute and chronic effects of radiation.
