7 courses with the subject CAT, 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.
CAT 301Introduction to CT and CT Physics
This course provides the imaging technologist with an understanding of the physical principles and instrumentation involved in computed tomography. The historical development and evolution of computed tomography is reviewed. Radiation physics centered on the use of x-radiation in forming an image will be reviewed. Focus will be placed on CT system principles, operations and components. Data acquisition and manipulation techniques including; image processing, image display, and image reconstruction will also be discussed. Other topics include; quality control, techniques for the reduction of image artifacts, imaging informatics and contemporary issues surrounding advancements in Computed Tomography. Prerequisite: Admission to the program. Credit: 3 hours. This course may be offered in a hybrid and/or online format. Fall.
This course will familiarize the student with the common pathologies found in computed tomography and their appearance with various imaging protocols. Each disease or traumatic process is examined from its description, etiology, associated symptoms and diagnosis with appearance on CT. Terms associated with these pathologies will be included. The course content will be inclusive of all commonly imaged body systems and areas. Case studies and images of the pathologies will be used to reinforce course subject matter. hour. This course is offered in an online format. Fall. 167
This course will take the student’s knowledge of CT technology and relate with day-to-day tasks encountered in the CT department. Content provides detailed coverage of procedures for CT imaging of adults and pediatric patients. Image acquisition will be discussed in detail, with emphasis on image manipulation for various protocols. Quality management, radiation protection, contrast media, patient care, and procedure protocols will be discussed to provide the student with a firm knowledge base of all aspects of the CT environment. Prerequisite: Admission to the program. Credit: 3 hours. This course may be offered in a hybrid and/or online format. Fall. 161
This course provides the opportunity to apply knowledge gained from classroom instruction to the computed tomography clinical setting. Through structured, sequential, competency-based clinical assignments, concepts of team practice, patient-centered clinical practice and professional development are discussed, examined and evaluated. Emphasis is placed on patient centered care, positioning, protocols, procedures and image production in computed tomography. Healthcare legal and ethical considerations are also discussed. Upon completion, students should be able to assume a variety of duties and responsibilities within the computed tomography clinical environment and meet the necessary requirements to apply to take the ARRT Computed Tomography Registry Examination. Clinical education is conducted at a clinical facility. hours Fall, and by request.
Admission to the Advanced Specialty CT Certificate program or permission of Instructor.
CAT 350Comprehensive Overview of Computed Tomography3
This course will provide a comprehensive overview of Computed Tomography (CT). Topics will include patient care and safety concerns, with a focus on patient assessment, contrast administration and radiation safety, CT imaging procedures, to include protocols and sectional anatomy, will be examined. CT physics and instrumentation topics including equipment radiation physics, the formation of the CT image, and artifacts will be discussed. This course will provide 48 contact hours of direct instruction focused on the content requirements for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist’s content specifications for post primary examination. Prerequisite: Admission to program. Credit: 3 hours. This course is offered in an online format. Summer and by request.
This course prepares CT technologists to apply best practices in imaging, with a focus on examinations of the heart and coronary arteries. Students will review coronary anatomy and the heart’s electrical conduction system to support accurate imaging and interpretation. Key topics include patient preparation, ECG setup and evaluation, arrhythmia recognition, and IV contrast protocols. The course also covers cardiac image acquisition techniques, dose management, prospective and retrospective scanning methods, and image quality assessment. Additionally, students will explore the cardiac cycle, phase selection, image reconstruction, and post-processing strategies. hours. This course is offered in an online format. Fall and by request.
CAT 360Computed Tomography for Radiation Therapists
This course will introduce the basic concepts of Computed Tomography and correlate its use in the field of Radiation Therapy. Topics covered include: patient care and radiation safety concerns, computed tomography imaging procedures with emphasis on radiation therapy treatment planning, and the physical principles and instrumentation of computed tomography systems. This course will provide 48 contact hours of direct instruction focused on the content requirements for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist’s content specifications for computed tomography post primary examination and 288 clinical hours for completion of clinical competencies. Prerequisite: Admission to Bachelor of Science, Medical Imaging program. Credit: 9 hours. This course is offered in an online format. Spring and by request.
