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RAD101 Radiographic Positioning I                                 3 Credits
This course is a study of the radiographic procedures as they relate to the skeletal system. Topics include positioning, exposure factors, film evaluation and related anatomy of chest, abdomen, superior and inferior extremities, and shoulder and pelvic girdle. There are positioning practical workshop components.

RAD102 Radiographic Positioning II and Contrast Media

                                                                                            3 Credits
This course is a study of the bony thorax, sternum and joints (AC and SC), vertebral column, and radiographic special procedures including fluoroscopic procedures and the use of contrast media. It includes discussion of correct factors exposure, positioning skills, medical indication and counter-indications for special studies pertaining to the anatomical region of study. Positioning practical workshops will be included.
Prerequisite: RAD101.

RAD103 Radiographic Positioning III                              3 Credits
This course is a study of radiographic procedures related to cranial structures, facial and nasal bones. It includes discussion of correct factors exposure, positioning skills, film evaluation, and related anatomy and terminology of the cranial structures. Positioning practical workshops will be included.
Prerequisite: RAD102.

RAD111 Introduction to Radiologic Technology and Clinical Practicum I                                                                          3 Credits
This course introduces Radiologic Technology as a science and discusses aspects related to the profession. During the clinical rotation, students will assist and perform basic radiographic procedures.

RAD112 Clinical Practicum II                                           4 Credits
This course is a competency-based clinical experience that develops the cognitive, affective, and psychomotor skill level of students in the performance of radiographic procedures. Emphasis will be placed on the skeletal system and radiographic procedures requiring administration of contrast mediums for the visualization of all the body systems.
Prerequisite: RAD101, RAD111.

RAD113 Clinical Practicum III                                         4 Credits
This course is a competency-based clinical experience that intensifies the cognitive, affective and psychomotor skill level of students in the realization of special radiographic procedures and assisting the radiologist in interventional procedures. This clinical experience provides learning opportunities in mobile, trauma, skull work, and surgical radiographic procedures. Mastery of knowledge from previous clinical practicum with a focus on outcomes assessment will occur.
Prerequisite: RAD102, RAD112.

RAD121 Patient Care & Medical Terminology               3 Credits
This course introduces the radiologic technology student to their responsibilities when working with patients. This course will discuss patient education, safety and comfort. An emphasis will be made on how to react to medical emergencies within the department and the legal responsibilities of the radiologic professional. The course will address infection control, handling of hazardous materials, isolation precautions, and patient monitoring. The student will learn about human diversity, ethnic and cultural values and how these need to be integrated into the profession. Medical terminology will be integrated throughout the semester.

RAD131 Principles of Radiographic Exposure and Processing

                                                                                             3 Credits
This course is designed to provide the students with principles of radiographic exposure factors, the production of a radiographic image, visibility and geometrical factors and film processing. The student will develop knowledge and skills necessary to recognize and evaluate qualitative factors in clinical radiographs.
Co-requisite: MAT117.

RAD211 Clinical Practicum IV                                         4 Credits
This course is a competency-based clinical experience that intensifies the cognitive, affective and psychomotor skill level of students in the realization of special radiographic procedures and assisting the radiologist in interventional procedures. This clinical experience provides learning opportunities in radiographic critique and quality assurance. The student will acquire proficiency in the realization of radiographic and special procedures, preparation of contrast media and patient under indirect supervision. Mastery of knowledge from previous clinical practicum with a focus on outcomes assessment will occur.
Prerequisite: RAD113.

RAD212 Clinical Practicum V                                           6 Credits
During this clinical practicum the radiologic technologist student will acquire proficiency in the realization of radiographic and special procedures, Students will be rotated to the different imaging modalities. Students will demonstrate the highest level of cognitive, affective, and psychomotor skills to complete graduate competencies, outcomes assessment, and program requirements.

Prerequisite: RAD211.

RAD214 Quality Assurance and Ethical-Legal Issues    2 Credits
This course will offer students basic knowledge on the importance and implementation of a quality assurance program in a radiological facility. Emphasis will be given to the quality control tests performed on radiographic exposure and film development equipment. Comprise current aspects on ethics, responsibilities, obligations, and rights of the health professionals towards patient and colleagues, including case presentation and discussion.
Prerequisite: RAD131.

RAD215 Pathology and Radiographic Critique                3 Credits
This course is a study of the most common conditions and lesions affecting the human being and its relation to the changes observed in the radiographic image. Etiology, epidemiology and prognosis of these conditions are discussed. Evaluation and analysis of radiographs pertaining to the anatomical region studied.

RAD216 Introduction to Imaging Modalities                   2 Credits
This course introduces students to deal with new modalities of medical diagnosis imaging. Includes basic concepts of principles and operational procedures of lineal tomography, digital and computerized radiology, computerized tomography, vascular, magnetic resonance, nuclear medicine, radiotherapy, mammography, and bone density.

RAD218 Radiation Biology & Protection                         3 Credits
This course introduces the student to the possible negative effects of diagnostic medical radiation on the human body. Specifically, the student will study how the quality and quantity of x-ray radiation can damage cellular structure and the different ways to minimize this potential danger. This course also discusses the legal and ethical issues surrounding the technologist and his/her role in exposing the public to diagnostic medical radiation.
Prerequisite: PHY213, RAD131.