RDS-4000 |
Registry Review Capstone |
A culminating course for students in the Radiologic Technologic Program designed to prepare students for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists( ARRT) examination in Radiography. Preparation for this examination is a crucial part of the Radiologic Technology program. Review of all sections of the examination will be reviewed utilizing learning aids from all previously taught courses in the professional curriculum as well as Radiography Prep workbooks and other preparatory learning tools. Students enrolled in this capstone course will discuss professional development and lifelong learning as it relates to healthcare. Research, image analysis and |
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review of case studies will also be discussed. |
3.00 |
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RDS-402 |
Radiographic Procedures III |
This course will provide the student with the ability to perform spine, skull and facial bones studies in the clinical setting. Anatomy and positioning of the spine, skull and facial bones will be presented. In addition, instruction will be given about pediatrics, trauma and mobile exams. The student will be assessed as to competency on |
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performance of the procedures in the laboratory setting.. |
3.00 |
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RDS-403 |
Radiation Biology & Protection |
Principles of radiation biology, including the interaction of radiation with living tissue and the methods used to protect the patient, radiographer and others are the major topics covered within this course. Radiation effects on molecules, cells, tissues and the body as a whole are presented. Factors affecting biological response are discussed, including acute and chronic effects of radiation. An overview of protection is presented. Radiation health and safety requirements of federal and state regulatory agencies, accreditation agencies and health care |
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organizations are incorporated. |
2.00 |
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RDS-404 |
Advanced Imaging Techniques |
This course is designed to provide radiography students with principles related to Computed Tomography( CT) |
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imaging and sectional anatomy. |
2.00 |
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RDS-406 |
Image Evaluation I |
This course is designed so that the student may begin critical analysis of image quality based upon theories |
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learned and practice under direct supervision. |
1.00 |
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RDS-407 |
Clinical Education IV |
Continuation of clinical education rotations gives the student the opportunity to gain knowledge and practice in performing radiographic procedures learned in the classroom and laboratory setting. The student will continue to advance in their skills and confidence. Competency exams are still in progress. The student slowly shifts to |
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indirect supervision per JRCERT and program guidelines. |
3.00 |
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RDS-408 |
Radiographic Pathology |
This course is designed to provide the student with an introduction to pathology related to medical- surgical diseases and injury. Diseases that are demonstrated using radiographic procedures are the primary focus. The |
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various modalities used to demonstrate pathologies are also discussed. |
3.00 |
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RDS-409 |
Advanced Imaging Techniques II |
This course is designed to enhance the knowledge base of general radiographic equipment requirements and design. Included topics include: Image intensification, viewing and recording systems, digital fluoroscopy, linear |
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tomography, mobile units and AEC devices. |
3.00 |
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RDS-410 |
Radiographic Proccedures IV |
Various forms of contrast media and its delivery are reviewed in this course. The procedures involving the |
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digestive, urinary and biliary systems are studied in detail. |
2.00 |
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RDS-411 |
Image Evaluation II |
This course is designed so that the student may continue critical analysis of image quality based upon theories |
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learned and practiced under direct supervision. |
2.00 |
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RDS-413 |
Clinical Education V |
Continuation of clinical education rotations gives the student the opportunity to gain skill in the procedures learned in the classroom and laboratory setting. At this point in time, the student should be confident in performing all basic radiographic procedures. Competency exams are still on progress. The student should be able to work under indirect supervision per JRCERT and program guidelines. Opportunitites to roate through |
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advacned modality areas are often offered. |
3.00 |
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