RAD-2580 Image Production and Imaging Equipment II

3 Credits
Continuation of RAD-1500, exploring radiographic imaging systems in greater depth to include digital radiography. Quality control of radiographic equipment and analysis of common equipment malfunctions are expanded upon. Image acquisition and processing with both film/screen and digital radiography systems are included.
Prerequisite(s): RAD-1550; RAD-2410 and RAD-2530 concurrent.
(Formerly offered as RAD-1580. Students may not receive credit for both RAD-1580 and RAD-2580.)
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.)