Radiography

RAD 103 Radiologic Sciences I - 4 Credits
This course will provide an overview of medical imaging and its role in the delivery of healthcare, introductory positioning procedures and accompanying patient care. Students will attain a working knowledge of radiographic examinations of the chest, abdomen, and upper and lower extremities. Theoretical concepts presented include radiation protection, radiation physics, and radiation exposure. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the program. Concurrent with RAD 108.

RAD 108 Clinical Practicum I - 1 Credit
Students will apply knowledge learned in the didactic setting to the clinical area. Students, under guided supervision at all times, will begin to implement skills presented in the academic setting. Students will complete the following competencies at the Direct Supervisory Level for: 1) Chest; 2) Abdomen; 3) Upper extremity; 4) Lower extremity (toes, foot, ankle, lower leg, knee). Students will complete the following at Indirect Competency Categories: 1) Chest, Level I; 2) Abdomen, Level I; 3) Upper extremity, Level I; 4) Lower extremity, Level I. Concurrent with RAD 103.

RAD 109L Radiologic Procedures I - 3 Credits
Students will attain a working knowledge of radiographic examinations of the upper and lower extremities, pelvis, bony thorax, spine, portable examinations of the chest and abdomen and common procedural examinations and radiation protection. Prerequisites: RAD 103 and RAD 108. Concurrent with RAD 110 and RAD 111.

RAD 110 Radiologic Sciences II - 3 Credits
This course focuses on the theoretical science concepts needed to understand and use appropriate radiation protective measures in the clinical area. To accomplish this, students will continue acquiring additional information in the following areas: radiation physics and radiation exposure. Prerequisites: RAD 103, RAD 108. Concurrent with RAD 109 and RAD 111.

RAD 111 Clinical II - 2 Credits
The core of this course is the completion of Level II radiologic examinations in the clinical area. Students will progress in proficiency and efficiency of exam completion under limited supervision, when appropriate (refer to the Competency Manual). Prerequisites: RAD 103 and RAD 108. Concurrent with RAD 109 and RAD 110.

RAD 202A Clinical Practicum III - 2 Credits
The core of this course is the completion of Level III radiologic examinations in the clinical area. Students will progress in proficiency and efficiency of exam completion under limited supervision, when appropriate (refer to the Competency Manual). Prerequisites: RAD 109, RAD 110 and RAD 111. (Summer I)

RAD 202B Clinical Practicum III - 2 Credits
The core of this course is the completion of Level III radiologic examinations in the clinical area. Students will progress in proficiency and efficiency of exam completion under limited supervision, when appropriate (refer to the Competency Manual). Prerequisite: RAD 202A.

RAD 203 Radiologic Procedures II - 3 Credits
This course will introduce the student to non-routine positioning procedures for trauma, pediatric and geriatric patients and special procedures to include basic interventional procedure examinations as well as hands-on learning experiences with OR examinations. Students will also continue their theoretical education in radiation biology and imaging equipment and quality assurance. Prerequisite: RAD 202B. Concurrent with RAD 204 and RAD 205.

RAD 204 Radiologic Sciences III - 3 Credits
This course will provide the student with a continuing overview of the principles of radiation physics and radiation exposure. Prerequisite: RAD 202B. Concurrent with RAD 203 and RAD 205.

RAD 205 Clinical Practicum IV - 3 Credits
Students will progress in proficiency and efficiency of exam completion under limited supervision, when appropriate. Prerequisite: RAD 202B. Concurrent with RAD 203 and RAD 204.

RAD 209 Clinical Practicum V - 3 Credits
The core of this course is the completion of Level V radiologic examinations in the clinical area. Students will progress in proficiency and efficiency of exam completion under limited supervision, when appropriate. (Refer to the Competency Manual). Prerequisites: RAD 203, RAD 204 and RAD 205. Concurrent with RAD 211 and RAD 212.

RAD 211 Radiologic Sciences IV - 3 Credits
This course will provide the student with a background in the basic biological effects of radiation exposure, the function and purpose of digital imaging and mammographic equipment and continue the student's theoretical education in radiation physics. Prerequisites: RAD 203, RAD 204 and RAD 205. Concurrent with RAD 209 and RAD 212.

RAD 212 Radiologic Procedures III - 3 Credits
This course focuses on student attaining the knowledge to complete radiologic examinations at Level VI. To accomplish this, students will continue acquiring additional information in the following areas: pathology, radiation biology and procedures to include film critique and evaluation. Prerequisites: RAD 203, RAD 204 and RAD 205. Concurrent with RAD 209 and RAD 211.

RAD 220 Radiologic Sciences and Procedures - 3 Credits
This course formally and systematically reviews five content divisions presented on the registering exam; patient care and management, radiation protection and biology, image production and evaluation, radiographic procedures and anatomy and equipment operation and maintenance. Emphasis is placed on improving test taking and study skills. Prerequisites: RAD 211, RAD 212 and RAD 209. (Summer I)

OTHER REQUIRED COURSES

BL 206 Human Skeletal Anatomy - 1 Credits
A laboratory course to familiarize the student with the major anatomical features of the human skeleton.

MST 107 Introduction to Basic Health Care - 3 Credits
This course focuses on the development of selected health care skills through modular presentation of theoretical principles, laboratory demonstration, and clinical practice. Selected skills are performed when providing basic care for adults in extended care settings. Prerequisite: Successful completion of required educational enrichment courses.