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RD 120 CRITICAL THINKING( 3 credits) Students improve the quality of their thinking by applying elements of reasoning and intellectual standards. In this skill-building course, students will critically evaluate complex issues from a variety of sources and develop lifelong critical thinking skills. Prerequisite: CPT placement into RD 120 Critical Thinking or successful completion of RD 115 Advanced College Reading and Learning Strategies. Recommended: CPT writing placement into WR 121 Writing Composition or successful completion of WR 115 Introduction to College Writing.
RT: RADIOLOGY TECHNICIAN
RT 5.750 FUND OF DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING( 3 credits) This course is designed to provide an overview of the foundations in radiography and the practitioner’ s role in the health care delivery system. Principles, practices, and policies of the health care organization( s) are examined and discussed in addition to the professional responsibilities of the radiographer. Content is designed to provide a fundamental background in ethics and cultural competence. The historical and philosophical bases of ethics, as well as the elements of ethical behavior, are discussed. The student will examine a variety of ethical issues and dilemmas found in clinical practice. An introduction to legal terminology, concepts, and principles also will be presented. Topics include misconduct, malpractice, legal and professional standards and the ASRT scope of practice. Critical thinking is incorporated in multiple content areas. Cultural competense is a theme throughout the course.
RT 5.755 RADIOGRAPHIC PROCEDURES & POSITIONING I( 2 credits) Focuses on radiographic positioning and procedures for the chest and abdomen. Lab portion includes peer positioning, film critiques, anatomy and the utilization of equipment to perform procedures on phantoms. Prerequisite: Admission into the Radiologic Technology Program.
RT 5.756 RAD PROC-EXTREMITIES & SPINE( 5 credits) Content is designed to provide the knowledge base necessary to perform standard imaging procedures. This course focuses on radiographic positioning and procedures for the extremities and spine. Consideration is given to the evaluation of optimal diagnostic images. The lab portion includes peer positioning, film critique, anatomy, and the utilization of equipment to perform procedures on phantoms. Content is designed to provide a basis for analyzing radiographic images. Included are the importance of minimum imaging standards, discussion of a problem-solving technique for image evaluation and the factors that can affect image quality. Prerequisite: Admission into the Diagnostic Imaging Program.
RT 5.758 RADIOGRAPHIC PROCEDURES & POSITIONING IV( 4 credits) Content is designed to provide the knowledge base necessary to perform standard imaging procedures. This course focuses on radiographic positioning and procedures for the skull and other procedures. Consideration is given to the evaluation of optimal diagnostic images. The lab portion includes peer positioning, film critique, anatomy, and the utilization of equipment to perform procedures on phantoms. Content is designed to provide a basis for analyzing radiographic images. Included are the importance of minimum imaging standards, discussion of a problem-solving technique for image evaluation and the factors that can affect image quality. Prerequisite: Admission into the Diagnostic Imaging program.
RT 5.759 RADIOGRAPHIC PROCEDURES & POSITIONING V( 3 credits) Focuses on radiographic positioning and procedures for fluoroscopic examinations, operating room procedures and sterile technique. Consideration is given to the evaluation of optimal diagnostic images and the course provides a basis for analyzing fluoroscopic fixed and mobile fluoroscopic images. The course includes peer positioning, film critique, anatomy, and utilization of equipment on phantoms to perform the required images that accompany fluoroscopic procedures. There is an emphasis on the radiographer? s role regarding patient care and radiation protection and safety, the importance of adhering to imaging standards, fluoroscopic regulation, quality control, and problem-solving strategies for image evaluation. Required: Admission into the Diagnostic Imaging Program.
RT 5.765 CLINICAL RADIOGRAPHY I( 8 credits) Clinical practice experiences are designed for development, application, critical analysis, integration, synthesis and evaluation of concepts and theories in the performance of radiologic procedures. The planned clinical experience provides the student with the opportunity to observe and apply theoretical principles while performing procedures under supervision of the clinical staff. Progression in the program is dependent on the student demonstrating clinical competence on a specified number of competency evaluations. Prerequisite: Admission into the Radiologic Technology Program.
RT 5.766 CLINICAL RADIOGRAPHY II( 11 credits) Clinical practice experiences are designed for development, application, critical analysis, integration, synthesis and evaluation of concepts and theories in the performance of radiologic procedures. The planned clinical experience provides the student with the opportunity to observe and apply theoretical principles while performing procedures under supervision of the clinical staff. Progression in the program is dependent on the student demonstrating clinical competence on a specified number of competency evaluations. Required: Admission into the Diagnostic Imaging Program.
RT 5.767 CLINICAL RADIOGRAPHY III( 11 credits) Clinical practice experiences are designed for development, application, critical analysis, integration, synthesis and evaluation of concepts and theories in the performance of radiologic procedures. The planned clinical experience provides the student with the opportunity to observe and apply theoretical principles while performing procedures under supervision of the clinical staff. Progression in the program is dependent on the student demonstrating clinical competence on a specified number of competency evaluations. Prerequisite: Admission into the Radiologic Technology Program.
RT 5.768 CLINICAL RADIOGRAPHY IV( 11 credits) Clinical practice experiences are designed for development, application, critical analysis, integration, synthesis and evaluation of concepts and theories in the performance of radiologic procedures. The planned clinical experience provides the student with the opportunity to observe and apply theoretical principles while performing procedures under supervision of the clinical staff. Progression in the program is dependent on the student demonstrating clinical competence on a specified number of competency evaluations. Prerequisite: Admission into the Radiologic Technology Program.
RT 5.771 EXPOSURE I- PRODUCTION( 3 credits) Content is designed to establish a basic knowledge of atomic structure and terminology. The course presents the nature and characteristics of radiation, X-ray production and the fundamentals of photon interactions with matter. The course is designed to establish a knowledge base in radiographic equipment requirements, equipment design, and in the factors that govern the image production process. Required: Admission into the Diagnostic Imaging Program.
RT 5.772 EXPOSURE II( 3 credits) Content is designed to establish a knowledge base in factors that govern image production on radiographic, fluoroscopic and mobile equipment. Regulations of equipment and radiation safety of radiographic, fluoroscopic, and mobile equipment are covered. Content is designed to impart an understanding of the components, principles, and operation of radiographic, fluoroscopic, and mobile equipment. The course also covers basic quality control and image analysis. Required: Admission into the Diagnostic Imaging Program.
Courses marked with the following symbols may be used to fulfill general education requirements for the Associate of General Studies degree: ‣ Humanities / Art • Math / Science • Social Sciences.