21 courses with the subject RADS, 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.
RADS 1010Intro to Radiologic Technology2
Exploration into the field of radiography and its role in health care delivery. Fundamental radiography concepts covered include radiation protection, medical terminology, ethics and professional development and hospital operations.
This course covers anatomy and radiographic procedures. The upper extremity, chest and abdomen are included. The shoulder girdle and lower extremity are also covered. Builds skill to help obtain radiographs in those units.
Atomic structure, imaging equipment, grids, beam restriction, film screens, and processing. Properties of x-rays and radiographic quality to include density, contrast, detail and distortion.
Admission to the program Semesters Offered: Fall Click here for searchable class schedule
RADS 1040Clinical Education I4
Students attend a clinical setting 24 hours each week. Initial skills required of a radiographer are established. Patient care, upper limb, chest and abdomen and shoulder girdle covered. Activities are guided by a competency-based system.
Covers the role of a radiographer as patient care provider. Topics include; standard precautions, immobilization, lifting, emergencies, vital signs, oxygen and suction, asepsis and infection control, history taking, communication and patient education.
Admission to the program Semesters Offered: Fall Click here for searchable class schedule
RADS 1110Radiation Protection2
Radiation protection concepts to include biological effects on living systems, radiation units, interactions with matter and radiation exposure limits. Radiation practices and standards for patients and personnel.
RADS 1030 Semesters Offered: Spring Click here for searchable class schedule
RADS 1120Rad. Anatomy & Procedures II4
This course covers the spine, thorax, skull, sinuses, facial bones, pediatric procedures, and densitometry including osteoporosis. Critical thinking skills are encouraged with image analysis and positioning techniques
Students will study electricity, electromagnetism, x-ray production, equipment, AEC, x-ray tube, & digital imaging. They also learn how to alter exposure factors to control density, contrast, detail and distortion.
Must be accepted into the SLCC Radiologic Technology program. Completion of prior semester courses per established curriculum plan. Semesters Offered: Spring Click here for searchable class schedule
RADS 1140Clinical Education II4
Students attend a clinical setting 24 hours each week. They continue to expand their patient care skills. Emphasis is on performing procedures independently. Activities are guided by a competency-based system.
Students attend a clinical setting 24 hours each week. Emphasis is on increased accuracy and confidence. GI and GU exams are emphasized. Activities are guided by a competency-based system.
An advanced course that requires students to analyze all technical aspects of radiographic image production and use problem-solving skills to determine proper corrections required for unacceptable radiographs.
RADS 1220 Semesters Offered: Spring Click here for searchable class schedule
RADS 2020Rad. Anatomy & Procedures IV2
Procedures of an advanced and specialized nature covered. Includes mobile, trauma and operating room radiography. Circulatory system anatomy and procedures also covered.
RADS 1220 Semesters Offered: Fall Click here for searchable class schedule
RADS 2030Radiographic Imaging III2
Imaging principles related to mobile, fluoroscopic, digital, tomography and electronic imaging. Quality assurance and quality management practices. Advanced imaging modalities: CT MRT, sonography, therapy, nuclear medicine and CIT.
RADS 1130 Semesters Offered: Fall Click here for searchable class schedule
RADS 2040Clinical Education IV4
Students attend a clinical setting 24 hours each week. Emphasis is on increased problem-solving skills. Also emphasized is accurate exposure factor selection. Activities are guided by a competency-based system.
Covers advanced skills required while caring for a patient. Topics include ethics and law, contrast media, pharmacology. Also includes venipuncture and care for age-specific patient.
Interactions of radiation with living systems. Radiation effects on molecules and organisms. Factors affecting biological response. Initial and long-term effects of radiation exposure.
RADS 2030 Semesters Offered: Spring Click here for searchable class schedule
RADS 2110Radiographic Pathology2
Students will learn signs and symptoms of diseases. Students also will be able to identify diseases on radiographs and discuss how diseases impact the performance of radiologic exams with respect to technical factors and patient care.
RADS 2050 Semesters Offered: Fall Click here for searchable class schedule
RADS 2120Sectional Anatomy2
Covers understanding and identification of abdomen, pelvis, heart, neck, and chest anatomy as seen on sagittal, coronal, axial and other images using the modalities of CT and MRI. Basic usage and knowledge of CT instrumentation and function will also be introduced.
Completion of prior semester courses per established curriculum plan Semesters Offered: Spring Click here for searchable class schedule
RADS 2140Clinical Education V4
Students attend a clinical setting 24 hours a week. Emphasis on performing with accuracy and efficiency. Students gain entry level skills required for work force. Activities are guided by a competency-based system.
