RAD-1410 Radiographic Procedures I

3 Credits
Introduction to standard terminology and general and patient considerations for routine radiographic positioning and projections. Responsibilities of the radiographer for radiation protection of patients, personnel and the public are discussed. Emphasis is on radiographic procedures of the upper extremity and shoulder girdle, lower extremity, thorax, and abdomen incorporating related pathology and consideration of mobile, surgical, pediatric, and geriatric patients.
Prerequisite(s): Prerequisites for program admission: EGL-1010, MAT-1120, and BIO-2050; RAD-1510 and RAD-1530 concurrent; BIO-2060, EGL-1020 and HIM-1800 completed or concurrent.
2 lecture/3 lab hours.
RAD courses are offered in fall, spring, and summer sessions. The program admits a new group of students every fall semester. A minimum grade of C or higher must be achieved in all prerequisites and core courses to enter and remain in the program. The course content within the Radiography Program is divided into the following modules: Module I: Radiation Protection Module II: Equipment Operation and Quality Control Module III: Image Production and Evaluation Module IV: Radiographic Procedures Module V: Patient Care and Education Module VI: Clinical Radiography Each course encompasses a combination of modules designed to develop and expand the didactic and clinical knowledge base of radiography.
(Offered fall only.)