This course studies the physics of the field of radiologic technology, fluoroscopy, and the interaction of ionizing radiation with matter. Included is an examination and application of radiology equipment and radiation protection as well as the study of x-ray circuitry as it pertains to the equipment used in the field.
This course studies the physics of the field of radiologic technology, fluoroscopy, and the interaction of ionizing radiation with matter. Included is an examination and application of radiology equipment and radiation protection as well as the study of x-ray circuitry as it pertains to the equipment used in the field.
Introduction to radiation physics, x-ray equipment, and imaging factors governing image receptor exposure, processing, and quality.
Introduction to radiation physics, x-ray equipment, and imaging factors governing image receptor exposure, processing, and quality.
History of radiologic technology, imaging equipment, procedures, patient care, radiation safety, ethics, and professional organizations.
Anatomy and positioning of the axial and appendicular skeleton (except skull) and internal organs. Preliminary steps in radiographic positioning and equipment, radiation protection, patient relations, first aid and standard precautions as it pertains to radiographic examinations.
Internship semester of clinical education in a hospital radiology department. Placement is determined by the Program Officials. Performance of clinical internship competencies including those not completed in DMI 69. On-site meetings with ¾«Ñ¡AV faculty.
Third semester of clinical education in a newly assigned hospital radiology department. Placement is determined by the Program Officials. On-site meetings with ¾«Ñ¡AV faculty.
Emphasis on vascular imaging trends, related equipment considerations, anatomy, patient care, and interventional radiography.
Anatomy from multiplanar perspectives as visualized on Computed Tomography, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, and other imaging modalities.