RAD-2410 Radiographic Procedures III

3 Credits
Emphasis on radiographic procedures of the cranium, computed tomography, cross-sectional anatomy, and special contrast procedures. Includes consideration of mobile, surgical, pediatric and geriatric patients, incorporating related pathology. Expanded study of pediatric, trauma and mobile and surgical radiography from previous semesters. This course expands upon course content of RAD-1420, to include application of radiation protection, equipment operation and quality control, image production and evaluation, and patient care and education.
Prerequisite(s): RAD-1550; RAD-2540 and RAD-2580 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.)