17 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 151Radiologic Positioning I3
This course introduces the student to basic terminology used in radiographic positioning. The curriculum provides a comprehensive study of theory and principles of basic positions of the upper and lower extremities, bony thorax, chest and abdomen. This course is designed to synthesize the information and exhibit the knowledge for criteria, centering, and positioning of anatomy to produce a diagnostic image. (Co-requisite: RAD-152)
This course introduces the student to the practical knowledge and application of positioning. The curriculum provides a comprehensive application of the principles of basic positions of the upper and lower extremities, bony thorax, chest and abdomen. It is designed to develop competency through laboratory practicum applications. Laboratory experiences utilize phantom apparatuses and an energized lab to complement the classroom portion of the course. (Co-requisite: RAD-151)
This course is an introduction to the fundamental concepts and techniques relating to the production of x-rays. Emphasis is placed on the factors affecting an acceptable radiograph: contrast, receptor exposure, spatial resolution and all of the geometric properties associated with diagnostic imaging. This course has a laboratory experience utilizing model apparatus in an energized lab which allows the students to apply the concepts acquired in the classroom environment.
This course will provide a comprehensive study of basic concepts regarding patient care. The student will study proper body mechanics, transfer techniques, medical asepsis, communication skills with patients and co-workers, how to measure vital signs, how to deal with medical emergencies, and isolation techniques. It progresses into theory and advanced application of the clinical concepts of patient care and medical techniques in the radiology department. 190
This course is a continuation of RAD-151. The course is designed to develop competency in diagnostic procedures of the vertebral column, cranium, gastrointestinal system, biliary tract, and urinary system. (Prerequisites: RAD-151, RAD-152, RAD-153, RAD-155; Co-
This course is a continuation of RAD-151 and RAD-152. The course is designed to develop competency in diagnostic procedures of the vertebral column, cranium, gastrointestinal system, biliary tract, and urinary system. Competence will be demonstrated on a weekly basis in a laboratory setting. Further practice will come in the actual clinical setting under the guidance of an assigned registered clinical radiographer. (Prerequisites: RAD-151,
A continuation of RAD-153, this course is designed to acquaint students with the comprehensive analysis of the factors affecting image quality requiring integration of all exposure and technical factors previously learned. The student will learn the components, principles and operation of fluoroscopy, mobile and digital radiology imaging systems, and the factors that impact image acquisition, display, and retrieval in radiology. The details of Quality Assurance, Quality Management, and Quality Control will also be reviewed in this course. (Prerequisites: RAD-153)
This course will discuss the use of pharmacodynamics and drug classifications; it focuses on radiopaque contrast media used in imaging procedures. Pharmacokinetics coverage describes how drugs are absorbed, metabolized, distributed, and eliminated. The second half of the course will review today’s health care and hospital environment, proper documentation, accrediting bodies, and the professional ethics guiding the health worker today. Professionalism and legal implications will also be discussed. This course will also include legal doctrines and patient consent forms. (Prerequisite: RAD-155)
An introduction to the clinical radiographic experience which applies radiographic theory and provides learning experiences to help the student acquire expertise and proficiency in a variety of diagnostic radiographic procedures at specified levels of competency. Students will work on various radiographic equipment, and show competency in anatomy and physiology and radiographic positioning. Additionally, students will integrate knowledge of patient care and medical ethics as they apply critical thinking skills to daily radiographic practice. Students will spend a minimum of 15 hours per week in the clinical environment. Students must have verification of current CPR certification, annual health examination, immunizations, and all current clearances required by Johnson College. Students are responsible for their own expenses for travel to an assigned clinical site, which may be up to 90 miles from the campus. (Prerequisites: RAD-151, RAD-152, RAD-153, RAD-155)
A continuation of the clinical radiography experience which applies radiographic theory and provides learning experiences to help the student acquire expertise and proficiency in a variety of diagnostic radiographic procedures at specified levels of competency. Students will display basic radiation protection standards, become familiar with various radiographic equipment, and show competency in anatomy and physiology as well as radiographic positioning. Additionally, students will develop critical thinking skills and integrate knowledge of medical ethics and patient care into daily radiographic practice. Students will spend a minimum of 40 hours in the clinical environment per week, which will include one weekend shift. Students must have verification of current CPR certification, annual health 191
A continuation of the clinical radiography experience which applies radiographic theory and provides learning experiences to help the student acquire expertise and proficiency in a variety of diagnostic radiographic procedures at specified levels of competency. Students will work on various radiographic equipment, and show competency in anatomy and physiology and radiographic positioning. Additionally, students will develop critical thinking skills and integrate knowledge of medical ethics and patient care into daily radiographic practice. Students will spend a minimum of 16 hours per week in the clinical environment. Students must have verification of current CPR certification, annual health examination, immunizations, and all current clearances required by Johnson College. (Prerequisite: RAD-165)
This course describes the effects of ionizing radiation on cells in the human body and the effects of x-ray radiation on biological tissue. Radiation protection, monitoring, and dose limits will be reviewed in this course with an emphasis on the ALARA concept. The course will also review and define the roles of the regulatory agencies and their involvement in radiation protection. (Prerequisites: RAD-159, RAD-161)
This course is designed to provide students with a basis for analyzing radiographic images for diagnostic purposes. Students will become acquainted with the importance of minimum imaging standards, problem solving techniques for image evaluation and the factors that can affect the image quality. Students will be responsible for critiquing radiographs to decide whether they are diagnostically acceptable and assure consistency in the production of quality images. (Prerequisites: RAD-157, RAD-158, RAD-159)
This clinical radiography experience applies radiographic theory and provides learning experiences to help the student acquire expertise and proficiency in a variety of diagnostic radiographic procedures at specified levels of competency. Students will work on various radiographic equipment, and show competency in anatomy and physiology and radiographic positioning. Additionally, students will develop critical thinking skills and integrate knowledge of medical ethics and patient care into daily radiographic practice. Students will spend a minimum of 24 hours per week in the clinical environment. During this final practicum, students will be offered an optional rotation through specialized modalities. Students must have verification of current CPR certification, annual health examination, immunizations, and all current clearances required by Johnson College. (Prerequisite: RAD-251)
This course emphasizes human pathology on a gross anatomic level. Inflammatory, immunologic, infectious, traumatic and neoplastic processes will be emphasized. Specific diseases will be studied in further depth from an organ system approach. (Prerequisites:
This course familiarizes the student with the different modalities within the field of radiology. The students will explore topics in specialized areas such as CT, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, Mammography, PET, Bone Densitometry, Ultrasound, and Radiation Oncology. The students will review cross sectional anatomy, trauma radiology, myelograms, arthrograms and pediatric imaging. (Prerequisites: BIO-109, BIO-110, RAD-251) 192
