These courses are available only to students who have been admitted to the Radiology Program.
RAD*105, Radiographic Anatomy Procedures I (3 credits)
This course emphasizes task objectives and competencies in general radiographic procedures and related anatomy, medical terminology, and image evaluation. Prerequisites: Admission to Rad Tech, BIO*211 and BIO*212 with “C+” or better for both. (Updated November 2014)
RAD*109, Methods of Patient Care I (1 Credit)
Gen Ed Competency: Social Phenomena
This course is an introduction to patient care, including patient communication, interaction, history taking, and patient education. Students will be able to communicate and assess patients, evaluate and record patient history, and learn to correctly document. Students will also be able to differentiate between immobilization and restraints, recognize special needs of patients, and respect cultural and human diversity. Course content will also include: vital signs, medical emergencies, oxygen safety, patient consent, and ethical and legal issues in healthcare. Students will perform research and prepare a poster or presentation on an approved topic chosen from the course objectives. This is an “L” course. This is a “D” course. Prerequisites: Admission to Rad Tech, BIO*211 and BIO*212 with a “C+” or better for both. (Updated November 2014)
RAD*171, Radiographic Clinical Practicum I (2 Credits)
This course introduces the clinical setting and general radiographic areas of diagnostic imaging with supervised clinical practice. Students will refine patient care and positioning skills. Prerequisites: Admission to Rad Tech, BIO*211 and BIO*212 with “C+” or better for both. (Updated November 2014)
RAD*172, Radiographic Clinical Practicum II (2 Credits)
Students continue to practice clinical skills in the general radiographic areas of diagnostic imaging with supervised clinical practice. Prerequisites: RAD*105, RAD*109 and RAD*171 with “C” or better for all. (Updated November 2014)
RAD*200, Radiologic Physics & Diagnostic Imaging Modalities (3 credits)
Gen Ed Competencies: Scientific Knowledge & Understanding, Scientific Reasoning
This course provides the student with advanced study of fluoroscopy, physics, computed radiography, digital radiography, digital fluoroscopy, and quality assurance/quality control techniques used to evaluate radiographic imaging equipment. Prerequisites: RAD*209, RAD*172, RAD*219 and RAD*204 with “C” or better for all. (Updated November 2014)
RAD*204, Radiographic Anatomy & Procedures II (3 credits)
The student will continue task objectives and competencies in general radiographic procedures and related anatomy, medical terminology, and image evaluation. Prerequisites: RAD*105, RAD*109 and RAD*171 with “C” or better for all. (Updated November 2014)
RAD*206, Quality Assurance (3 credits)
Gen Ed Competencies: Scientific Knowledge & Understanding, Scientific Reasoning
This course is a continuation in the advanced study of fluoroscopy, physics, computed radiography, digital radiography, digital fluoroscopy, and the techniques and testing to evaluate and assess quality assurance. Prerequisites: RAD*240 and RAD*200 with “C” or better for both. (Updated November 2014)
RAD*209, Methods of Patient Care II (3 credits)
Gen Ed Competency: Social Phenomena
This course is a continuation of the study of patient care procedures, techniques, and therapeutic practices in the radiology department, and is designed to prepare students to act quickly and effectively in case of medical emergency. Additional topics will include contrast media, pharmacology, venipuncture, ECG and CPR. Prerequisites: RAD*105, RAD*109 and RAD*171 with “C” or better for all. (Updated November 2014)
RAD*223, Pathology for Medical Imaging (2 credits)
This course replaces RAD*215. This course provides an overview of pathological conditions that are demonstrated by diagnostic imaging. Lecture material will include the cause and treatment of the disease process. Pediatric radiology is also presented. A research paper and presentation is required. Prerequisites: RAD*240 and RAD*200 with “C” or better for both. (Updated Fall 2018)
RAD*219, Radiographic Equipment and Image Production (3 credits)
Gen Ed Competencies: Scientific Knowledge & Understanding, Scientific Reasoning
This introductory course will cover radiographic equipment with emphasis on image formation, radiation protection and safety, and the production and interaction of x-rays with matter. Imaging accessories and their effect on radiographic quality will be discussed. Prerequisites: RAD*105, RAD*109 and RAD*171 with “C” or better for all. (Updated November 2014)
RAD*222, Radiobiology and Protection (3 credits)
This course is designed to present a clear understanding of all sources and use of medical radiation and the various types of equipment in a radiology department. Includes the study of radioisotopes, the production of x-rays, imaging measurements of radiation and a basic understanding of the ways in which radiation interacts with the biological system. Emphasis is also placed on the various methods of protection for both technologists and patients. Prerequisites: RAD*240 and RAD*200 with “C” or better for both. (Updated November 2014)
RAD*240, Radiographic Clinical Practicum III (4 credits)
Students continue to practice clinical skills in the general radiographic areas of diagnostic imaging with supervised clinical practice. Prerequisites: RAD*209, RAD*172, RAD*219 and RAD*204 with “C” or better for all. (Updated November 2014)
RAD*241, Radiographic Clinical Practicum IV (3 credits)
Students continue to practice clinical skills in the general radiographic areas of diagnostic imaging with supervised clinical practice. Prerequisites: RAD*240 and RAD*200 with “C” or better for both. (Updated November 2014)
RAD*271, Advanced Clinical Internship (6 Credits)
Gen Ed Competency: Social Phenomena
The student will have the opportunity to refine skills learned earlier in the program with indirect supervision. Students will perform a comprehensive final clinical competency in preparation to apply for the national registry examination. Prerequisites: RAD*222, RAD*215, RAD*206 and RAD*241 with “C” or better for all. (Updated November 2014)
