109 Introduction to Radiology & Patient Care (2-0-2). An introduction to the profession of radiologic technology with instruction of history and modern medicine. A code of ethics and conduct, as well as elementary principles of radiation protection are inclusive. A study of the care and handling of the sick and injured patient in the radiology department. This course will encompass the concepts of basic patient care skills. Leads to certification in CPR. PR: Admission to program. CO: RADT 109L, 110

109L Introduction to Radiology & Patient Care Lab (0-1-1). The care and handling of the sick and injured patient in the radiology department will be discussed. The student will participate, under simulated conditions, various patient care techniques. Content is designed to provide basic concepts of patient care, including consideration for the physical and psychological needs of the patient and family. Routine and emergency patient care procedures will be described, as well as infection control procedures utilizing standard precautions. The role of the radiographer in patient education will be identified. PR: Admission to the program. CO: RADT 109, 110

110 Radiographic Anatomy & Terminology (2-0-2). Introduction to the structure of the human skeleton and basic physiology of all organ systems within the body. Emphasis will be placed on medical terms that are applicable to the field of Radiology. The building process for medical terminology will also be included. Various skeletal structures will be reviewed radiographically and terminology common to the clinic site will be reviewed. PR: Admission to Program. CO: RADT 109, 109L

112 Introduction to Clinical Radiography (0-16-1). An introduction to the clinical phase of the practice of radiologic technology. All classes will be held at the clinical education centers providing the student with experience in imaging and ancillary areas. PR: Admission to Program, RADT 109, 109L, 110.

115 Radiographic Procedures I (2-0-2). Performance of medical imaging procedures resulting in diagnostic radiographs is discussed. Emphasis is placed on the extremities, spine, chest, and abdomen. PR: RADT 109, 109L, 110, 112. CO: RADT 116, 117, 118. PR/CO: BIOL 201, BIOL 203L

116 Radiographic Procedures I Lab (0-2-1). Laboratory practice designed to reinforce lecture in RADT 115. Emphasis on extremities, spine, chest, and abdomen. This course takes place in a hospital/clinical environment. PR: RADT 109, 109L, 110, 112. CO: RADT 115, 117, 118. PR/CO: BIOL 201, BIOL 203L

117 Clinical Radiography I (0-15-3). Introduction to the actual performance of patient care and to the role of a radiologic technologist. Occurs in hospital clinical facilities. PR: RADT 109, 109L, 110, 112. CO: RADT 115, 116, and 118.

118 Principles of Exposure and Processing I (2-0-2). Discussion of the formation of the latent and manifest images. Detailed discussion of quality and quantity factors affecting the production of a diagnostic radiograph. Introduction to quality assurance program. PR: RADT 109, 109L, 110, 112. CO: RADT 115, 116, 117. PR/CO: MATH 109

119 Radiographic Procedures II (2-0-2). Continued performance of medical imaging procedures resulting in diagnostic radiographs. Emphasis on skull, tomographic, ultrasound, and pediatric procedures. PR: RADT 115, 116, “C” or better in BIOL 201 and 203, RADT 109, 109L, 110, 112, 117, 118. CO: RADT 120, 121, 122, 127.

120 Principles of Exposure and Processing II (2.5-0-2.5). Continued discussion of quantity and quality factors introduced in RADT 118. Continued discussion of the quality assurance program and the devices with practical application. Concentration on correlation of exposure factors and the production of diagnostic radiographs. PR: RADT 109, 109L, 110, 112, 115, 116, 117, 118, “C” or better in MATH 109. CO: RADT 119, 121, 122, 127.

121 Radiographic Procedures II Lab (0-2-0). Laboratory practice designed to reinforce lecture in RADT 119. Emphasis on imaging procedures of the skull, tomographic, ultrasound, and pediatric procedures. This course takes place in a hospital/clinical environment. PR: RADT 115, 116, “C” or better in BIOL 201 and 203, RADT 109, 109L, 110, 112, 117, 118. CO: RADT 119, 120, 122, 127.

122 Principles of Exposure & Processing II Lab (0-2-0.5). Laboratory practice designed to reinforce lecture in RADT 120. Practical application of exposure factors and the production of diagnostic radiographs. This course takes place in a hospital/clinical environment. PR: RADT 109, 109L, 110, 112, 115, 116, 117, 118, “C” or better in MATH 109. CO: RADT 119, 120, 121, 127.

127 Clinical Radiography II (0-15-3). A continuation of the performance of procedures in RADT 117 as well as procedures discussed in RADT 119, under direct supervision. All experiences occur at the clinical education center. PR: RADT 109, 109L, 110, 112, 115, 116, 117, 118. CO: RADT 119, 120, 121, 122.

210 Human Diversity in Radiology and Healthcare (1-0-1). Designed to promote better understanding of patients’ families and professional peers through comparison of diverse populations based on their value system, cultural and ethnic influences, communication styles, socioeconomic influences, health risks and life stages. Content will include the study of factors that influence relationships with patients and professional peers. Understanding human diversity assists the student in providing better patient care in the radiologic technology profession. PR: All 100 level RADT courses, RADT 216, PSYC 103. CO: RADT 212

211 Advanced Radiographic Imaging Procedures (3-0-3). Fluoroscopic, vascular, and digital imaging techniques. Specialized equipment for advanced procedures are discussed. An overview of the use of contrast media is addressed as well as demonstration of venipuncture techniques. Introductions to the medical modalities of Nuclear Medicine, Radiation Therapy, Computed Tomography, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, and Ultrasound are noted. PR: All 100 level RADT courses, RADT 210, 212, 216. CO: RADT 220, 225 and 226.

212 Radiographic Pathology and Image Analysis (2-0-2). Designed to introduce theories of disease causation and pathophysiologic disorders that compromise healthy systems. Additionally, the content provides a basis for analyzing radiographic images. It includes etiology, pathophysiologic responses, clinical manifestations, radiographic appearance, management of alterations in body systems, the importance of minimum imaging standards, discussion of a problem solving technique for image evaluation and the factors that can affect image quality. Actual images will be included for analysis of the image and pathologies that are present. PR: All 100 Level RADT courses and RADT 216. CO: RADT 210.

216 Clinical Radiography III (0-16-1). The student participates in fluoroscopic and radiographic procedures illustrating internal organ systems. All classes are conducted at the clinical education centers. PR: All 100 level RADT courses.

218 Integration of Radiographic Principles (4-0-4). Correlation and integration of radiographic principles, procedures, exposure, physics, anatomy, and protection. PR: All 100 level RADT Courses, RADT 211, 212, 216, 220, 225, 226. CO: RADT 227.

220 Radiographic Physics (2-0-2). Content is designed to establish a knowledge base in the circuiting and electronics of x-ray machines, multiple energy transformations. The nature and interactions of radiation are also studied. PR: All 100 level RADT courses, RADT 210, 212, & 216, GNET 102 CO: RADT 211, 225, 226.

225 Radiobiology and Protection (2-0-2). Study of methods of protection from unnecessary radiation exposure to patients and employees. Study of the effects of radiation on biological systems with the understanding that everyone has the right to maximum radiation protection. PR: All 100 level RADT courses, RADT 210, 212, 216. CO: RADT 211, 220, 226.

226 Clinical Radiography IV (0-20-4). Students perform in specialty areas as well as general areas. They become a true part of the health care team. Takes place in a local clinical facility. PR: All 100 level RADT courses, RADT 210, 212, 216. CO: RADT 211, 220, 225.

227 Clinical Internship (0-25-5). Students may, upon approval of the program director, select clinical rotations which will enhance clinical competency in preparation for future employment. PR: All 100 level RADT courses, RADT 210, 211, 212, 216, 220, 225, 226. CO: RADT 218.

290 Topics in Radiology Careers (1-0-1). Explores numerous modalities in the radiologic and imaging sciences for future educational endeavors/advances. PR: RADT 109, 109L, 110, & 112.

300 Patient Assessment, Management, and Education (3-0-3). Explores numerous modalities in the radiologic and imaging sciences for future educational endeavors/advances. This course introduces a model fro critical thinking to aid in patient assessment. Includes the application of normal anatomy and physiological phenomena to ill and injured individuals. Interviewing skills and assessment techniques with a clinical focus are stressed. Emphasizes the analysis and interpretation of physiological data to assist in patient assessment and management.. PR: Completion of AS in Radiologic Technology or related radiologic sciences, proof of certification in Radiography or other modality through ARRT, or permission of the instructor.

310 Quality in Imaging (3-0-3). Focuses on the production of high quality radiographic images. PR: Completion of AS in Radiologic Technology or related radiologic sciences, proof of certification in Radiography or other modality through ARRT, or permission of the instructor.

410 Healthcare Legal and Ethical Issues (3-0-3). Content is designed to provide a fundamental background in the law and regulatory issues of today’s healthcare culture. Advanced legal terminology, concepts, and principles will be presented, discussed and applied in relation to clinical practice. Radiologic Technologist scope of practice issues and situations will be investigated. PR: Completion of AS in Radiologic Technology or related radiologic sciences, proof of certification in Radiography or other modality through ARRT, or permission of instructor.

415 Communications in Healthcare (3-0-3). Content is designed to expand the knowledge base and skills necessary for the practitioner to communicate effectively. Existing communication skills will be enhanced to include professional presentations, business communications, and research publication and evaluation. The practitioner’s role and responsibility with regard to written and oral communication will focus on patient education, advocacy and confidentiality. A heightened awareness of human diversity will be emphasized. PR: Completion of AS in Radiologic Technology or related radiologic sciences, proof of certification in Radiography or other modality through ARRT, or permission of the instructor.

420 Trends in Imaging (3-0-3). Broadens the perspective of the radiographer’s role within the healthcare delivery system. The history of radiology, as well as future scientific technologies are vital to this course. The science of radiology is necessary to understand past as well as future developments. PR: Completion of AS in Radiologic Technology or related radiologic sciences, proof of certification in Radiography or other modality through ARRT, or permission of instructor.

430 Imaging Research (3-0-3). Designed to involve directed research culminating in a substantive paper related to the Radiologic Sciences. The student may select a topic/research question in relation to the radiologic sciences and upon approval of the facilitator of the course complete the objectives of the course. PR: Completion of AS in Radiologic Technology or related radiologic sciences, proof of certification in Radiography or other modality through ARRT, or permission of instructor and prior completion of nine (9) hours of RADS courses.

370 The Reading Process (2-0-2). Attention will be given to reading skills and concepts and current practices in reading instruction in the early-middle grades. This course is required as the first course in the reading sequence. Students must complete 10 of clinical experience in a public school setting PR: EDUC 200 and admission to Teacher Education.

371 Teaching of Reading and Language Arts (2-0-2). Classroom strategies for reading, listening, speaking, handwriting, spelling, and grammar and viewing. PR: READ 370 and Admission to Teacher Education. CO: EDUC 330.

376 Reading in the Content Area (3-0-3) Designed for the student’s acquisition of the knowledge and understanding of the skills and concepts required for the teaching of reading in the content area. PR: Admission to Teacher Education

402 Diagnostic Prescriptive Teaching of Reading (2-0-2). Focuses on philosophies, approaches, techniques and materials used in diagnostic and prescriptive teaching of reading. Provides relevant practicum experience in evaluation. PR: Admission to Professional Semester.