Course Descriptions

This course is designed to introduce the student to image acquisition techniques. A comprehensive review of technical factors and their impact on image quality will be covered, along with technique charts and their components. Students also will be introduced to x-ray production processes, the fundamental properties of x-rays and the basic components of imaging equipment.

This course presents an overview of the principles of radiation protection. Included are the radiation protection responsibilities of the limited scope radiographer for patients, self and other members of the interdisciplinary health care team; x-ray interactions with matter; the As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) concept; and the basic methods of radiation protection. Also incorporated are radiation health and safety requirements of federal and state regulatory agencies, accreditation agencies and health care organizations.

This course provides the information students need to perform radiographic/imaging procedures related to the thoracic viscera, abdomen, and the upper and lower extremities (including shoulder girdle and podiatric exams). General medical and radiographic terminology, anatomy, routine positions and projections are the focus of the class. Radiographic equipment and accessory manipulation, selection of technical factors, correct body mechanics, and patient care skills and monitoring techniques will be practiced in the lab.

This course will build on and expand the student's knowledge of the factors that govern and influence the production and archival of radiographic images. A review of previously introduced technical factors will be covered with a specific focus on their impact on the digital image acquisition processes and image quality. Digital image characteristics, processing, display and image identification techniques will be covered.

This course addresses the functional, physical and design components of radiographic (fixed and mobile) equipment. Intricate details of the equipment are covered, including but not limited to equipment circuitry, generators, transformers, x-ray tube components and functions, and digital imaging detectors and processing components. The course is also designed to introduce the student to radiographic equipment and accessory quality control.

This course provides basic knowledge of cellular and molecular structures of the human body and explores the effects radiation can have on these structures and the body as a whole. Factors affecting biological response are presented, including acute and chronic effects of radiation exposure. The course also covers radiation quantities, units used to express radiation exposure, and dose limiting systems designed to protect patients, workers and the general public.

This course provides the information students need to perform radiographic/imaging procedures related to the pelvic girdle, bony thorax, spine and skull. General medical and radiographic terminology, anatomy, routine positions and projections will be the focus of the class. Radiographic equipment and accessory manipulation, selection of technical factors, correct body mechanics, and patient care skills and monitoring techniques will be practiced in the lab.

This course will provide the student with opportunities to get hands-on experience in a variety of clinical settings. The student will work under the direct supervision of a registered radiologic technologist and will practice radiographic positioning and equipment manipulation to achieve diagnostic quality images. The focus of this clinical experience will be to obtain and pursue competence in radiographic exams of the chest, upper extremity, shoulder girdle and lower extremity (including podiatric exams).

This course will provide the student with additional opportunities to get hands-on experience in a variety of clinical settings. The student will work under the direct supervision of a registered radiologic technologist and will practice radiographic positioning and equipment manipulation to achieve diagnostic quality images. The focus of this clinical experience will be to obtain and pursue competence in radiographic exams of the spine, skull, paranasal sinuses and facial bones.

This course presents basic mathematical operations. The course concepts cover operations on whole numbers, integers, fractions and decimals, as well as the applications of percents, ratios, proportions, measurements and basic geometry.

This course provides both a foundation for further study of general and technical mathematics and preparation for applying mathematics in daily life and other college coursework. Topics include problem solving and critical thinking using properties of numbers and algebra. Through the study of mathematics, students will work on developing self-assessment and goal-setting skills, utilizing resources and gaining an understanding of the level of commitment necessary to succeed in an academic or real-world setting.

This course is the study of algebraic concepts including identifying linear and nonlinear functions, solving equations, manipulating and graphing linear equations and inequalities in two variables, utilizing rules for exponents, performing operations on polynomials, factoring polynomials and solving equations using factoring.

Essentials for Applied Statistics is designed to support students taking MATH 1112 Applied Statistics. It must be taken in conjunction with a linked section of MATH 1112 Applied Statistics taught by the same instructor. The course will focus on algebra skills, basic set theory, math literacy and other topics needed for success in applied statistics.

This course must be taken in conjunction with a linked section of College Algebra (MATH 1114) taught by the same instructor. It is comprised of skills such as graphing, interpreting the graphs of, evaluating and performing operations on different types of functions. It also includes skills for working with complex numbers and with rational and radical functions.

This course is taken in conjunction with a linked section of World of Math (MATH 1100) and must be taken by students placing in the cut score range for the class or entering the course after successful completion of MATH 0095 Elementary Algebra II. It is comprised of algebra skills that will be needed to be successful in World of Math. Topics may include evaluating, simplifying and translating algebraic expressions, solving equations, solving and interpreting percent problems, and calculating and describing rate of change.