Radiography Curriculum

Extensive practice in expository writing, with emphasis on the composition of a three- to five-page research paper in MLA format.

Algebraic topics including linear equations and inequalities, systems of equations, quadratic equations, all including word problems. Exponents and radicals, operations with polynomials, factoring, and graphing.

The Course is designed to provide an introductory survey to basic physics. This course will include discussions in the following subject areas; the structure of matter, electricity, magnetism and electromagnetism.

The course introduces the student to radiographic image production and the effects that exposure variables and radiographic accessories have on the quality of the image. The course prepares the student do define, recognize, and evaluate the factors that control radiation quality and quantity and to analyze the effect of exposure variables upon image quality.

This course is designed for pre-professional students (i.e., OTA, PTA and Medical Coding) as an introduction to a basic understanding of the structural organization of the human body starting with the tissues, integumentary, skeletal, muscular, digestive and nervous systems. The course will focus on the cellular organization and on the tissue and organ level of each system. In laboratory exercises, students study and learn structures from various available anatomical models. Not for science majors.

An overview of the sociology of medicine, with a focus on the relationships between social conditions, as the context, and health and disease in human populations, as outcomes. Utilizing sociological methods of analysis, the course investigates the history, function and structure of health care institutions, the roles of patients and health care practitioners, as well as social processes and social behaviors that influence the incidence of sickness and health.

The unit will provide the students with knowledge of the basic elements of radiation protection for the patient, radiographer, other personnel and the general public, shielding requirements, units of measurements and exposure monitoring are discussed. The principles and concept explaining basic interaction with matter, maximum permissible doses and the effects of measurements are also included. Content of this course is designed to impart awareness on the proper application of radiation limiting devices and techniques, radiation monitoring systems, safety standards, units of measurement and calculation exposure.

This course is designed to provide each student with knowledge of the basic structure and function of human body. The course material is presented in lecture format. The course covers the This course is an introduction to human anatomy and physiology from an integrative perspective. Students learn the structure and function of the tissues, the skeletal system, the nervous system, the endocrine system, and muscle function from the level of the cell to the level of the organism. Emphasis will be placed on Radiologic Anatomy. At the end of the entire course, the student should be familiar with all principal organs of the human body, should have a good working knowledge of their functions and interactions, should have a basic understanding of human metabolic processes and should understand the elements of human anatomy. This course will use both a systems & regional approach to uncover the anatomy. It is our intention to provide the best environment to facilitate your learning. You will be encouraged to discuss, challenge, and critique information by interacting with your peers and the instructors.

This course will provide the student with the fundamental knowledge of skeletal anatomy. The course will teach the student different positioning terminology and basic positioning principles as well as x-ray projections and how the two relate to create an image. This course will provide the knowledge base necessary to perform standard radiographic procedures of chest, abdomen, fingers, hand, wrist, arm, elbow and shoulder joints, entire leg including hip, knee and ankle joints and foot; pelvis including ilium and 51 joints, axial spine and thorax.

This course introduces the concepts and techniques of patient assessment and patient care. The student will demonstrate proficiency in measuring vital signs, oxygen administration, aseptic techniques, venipuncture and taking a complete patient medical history. Principles of infection control, nosocomial infections, standard precautions, barrier protection for blood and body fluid exposures and isolation precautions are also included. This course has been designed to meet the needs of radiographers.

This course will include discussions on the following subject matters; Computers in medical imaging and Computed Radiography; Digital Radiography, Digital radiographic technique, Viewing the digital radiographic image. Digital radiographic artifacts Digital radiographic quality control.

This course will include discussions on the following subject matters; The essential concepts of Radiologic Science, The structure of matter, Electromagnetic energy, electricity, magnetism and electro magnetism.

This is the first of four clinical externship courses. This course is designed to provide the student with hands-on-radiographic positioning and patient care experience at a clinical site under the supervision of a qualified Radiologic technologist. Emphasis is placed on achieving clinical competency in performing radiographic examinations of the chest, abdomen, bony thorax and ribs, upper and lower extremities as per competency requirements. In addition, student must demonstrate appropriate critical thinking and affective skills in the clinical education setting.

This interactive, hands-on course that will focus on professional development skills. Through class lectures, mock interviews, resume writing, guest speakers, practice sessions and homework assignments, students will learn work place etiquette advancement strategies and an introduction to leadership and professional communication/ presentation skills.

This is the second of four clinical externship courses. This course is designed to provide the student with hands-on-radiographic positioning and patient care experience at a clinical site under the supervision of a qualified Radiologic technologist. Emphasis is placed on achieving clinical competency in performing radiographic examinations of the pelvic girdle, hip, cervical spine, thoracic spine, lumbar spine sacrum and coccyx and sacroiliac joints as per competency requirements. In addition, student must demonstrate appropriate critical thinking and affective skills in the clinical education setting.

This course is designed to provide a fundamental background in ethics. With both the historical and philosophical basis ethical behavior will be discussed. Ethical issues and dilemmas found in clinical practice will be examined. Legal terminology, concepts and principles will be presented. The ASRT scope of practice, misconduct, malpractice, and other legal and professional standards will be discussed.

his course will provide the knowledge base necessary to perform standard radiographic procedures of pelvic girdle, hip, cervical spine, thoracic spine, lumbar spine sacrum and coccyx and sacroiliac joints.

This course is designed to provide each radiography student with the concepts of care of patient with chest tubes, central venous lines, nasogastric tubes and urinary catheters. Basic pharmacology, contrast media, drug administration, and special procedures are also discussed. Other topics covered include medical emergencies, and trauma. This course has been designed to meet the needs of radiographers.

The core of this course will consist of positioning of the bones of the thorax and spine. Specific procedures for mobile, operating room, pediatric and geriatric imaging will be covered. Review of anatomy and image evaluation for each area of interest is also included. Including demonstration and practice of radiographic positioning for the bones of the thorax and spine discussed in the classroom. Students will also be evaluated on their ability and skills to perform previously covered procedures, diagram and image identification of anatomy and positioning errors.

This is the third of four clinical externship courses. This course is designed to provide the student with hands-on-radiographic positioning and patient care experience at a clinical site under the supervision of a qualified Radiologic technologist. Emphasis is placed on achieving clinical competency in performing radiographic examination of the skull, facial bones and sinuses as well as in contrast studies of Digestive system, Genitourinary and Reproductive and Nervous system as per competency requirements. In addition, student must demonstrate appropriate critical thinking and affective skills in the clinical education setting.

This course will provide the knowledge base necessary to perform standard radiographic procedures of the skull, facial bones and sinuses as well as contrast studies of the digestive system, genitourinary system reproductive system and nervous system.

This course will provide the information on the special equipment used in radiography such as fluoroscopy, TV camera and different recording systems. The content of this course will provide the student the necessary knowledge on the quality control and quality assurance of the radiographic department. The equipment used for different quality control tests, maintenance of the different radiographic equipment and the different methods to troubleshoot malfunctions are discussed.

This unit will provide the students with the basic fundamental concepts pertaining to special procedures including: Gastric Procedures/Fluoro, OR/Port Fluoroscopy, Mammography, CT, MRI, Pediatrics and Geriatrics. The patient care, radiation protection, positioning techniques and equipment required for each procedure will also be discussed.

This course provides instruction on the principles of cell radiation interaction. Radiation effects on cells and factors affecting cell response are presented. Acute and chronic effects of radiation are discussed. Topics include: radiation detection and measurement; patient protection; personnel protection; absorbed dose equivalencies; agencies and regulations; introduction to radiation biology; cell anatomy; radiation/cell interaction; and effects of radiation.

This is the fourth of four clinical externship courses. This course is designed to provide the student with hands-on-radiographic positioning and patient care experience at a clinical site under the supervision of a qualified Radiologic technologist. Emphasis is placed on achieving clinical competency in performing radiographic examinations of intraoperative surgical imaging in the OR and mobile radiography introduction to CT, MRI, US, pediatric and geriatric and trauma radiography as per competency requirements. In addition, student must demonstrate appropriate critical thinking and affective skills in the clinical education setting.

This course is designed to provide the student with a comprehensive review to prepare the student for the ARRT certification in radiology. Student will be administered mock examinations to simulate actual exam conditions. Stress reduction and test taking skills will be emphasized. This course also includes a complete review of the radiography curriculum in preparation for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists National examination.

This course will acquaint the student radiographer with basic medical terminology used to describe various pathologic conditions occurring in the human body and introduce the student to some specific imaging techniques.