Prerequisite: College level math.
This course includes a study of advanced physical principles of diagnostic radiology. topics include x-ray generation, x-ray circuits, rectification, interactions, attenuation, filtration, beam restriction, and basic concepts related to digital imaging.
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3203. Pathophysiology 3(3-0)
This course investigates general pathology and organ system pathology. It includes a brief review of normal structure and function, followed by more in-depth descriptions of specific pathologic processes. Students will use textbooks and Internet resources to learn the basic characteristics, etiology, pathogenesis, clinical features, diagnostic tools including medical imaging procedures, prognoses, and therapies for each of the specific pathologies. virtual case study presentations are incorporated into this course.
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3213. Advanced Clinical Practice Skills 3(3-0)
(ACLS not required for this course)
This course focuses on the current healthcare dilivery environment including patient assessment and medical informatics. Advanced patient assissment and care skills such as pharmacology, monitoring, medical charting, and cross-cultural communication are incorporated in the curriculum. Additional topics include an overview of considerations when working in an increasingly digital imaging environment.
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3313. Radiation Therapy 3(3-0)
This course provides an overview of radiation therapy by examining how cancer is treated with radiation. Discussions of radiobiology, treatment modalities, basic radiotherapy physics, and malignant disease processes are provided.
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3413. Cardiovascular and Interventional Procedures 3(3-0)
This course includes a survey of cardiovascular and interventional radiologic procedures with an emphasis on the anatomy demonstrated, equipment used as well as the role and responsibilities of the radiographer. Included is a general discussion of the applications of a variety of imaging modalities.
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3503. Research 3(3-0)
This course is an introduction to methods and techniques of research in the radiologic sciences. Topics include basic terminology of research, qualitative and quantitative methods, basic research designs, and data analysis techniques.
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3773. Radiobiology 3(3-0)
Theories and principles of the interactions of ionizing radiation with living systems are the focus of this course. Radiation effects on biologic molecules and organisms and factors affecting biological responses are explored and applied to daily practice. Topics include acute and long term effects of ionizing radiation exposure. The student will explore applications in diagnostic and therapeutic settings.
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3803. Introduction to Nuclear Medicine Physics 3(3-0)
This course will provides overview of nuclear medicine, with an emphasis on diagnostic radionuclide techniques within the total context of medical imaging. This course will focus mainly on nuclear medicine procedures related to the total context of diagnostic imaging.
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4123. Statistics for the Health Sciences 3(3-0)
The focus of this course is to provide a statistics course specifically for health science majors using techniques and data structures relevant to clinical investigations. General topics include choosing correct procedures and using statistics to understand clinical data. Specific topics include but are not limited to study design, central tendency and variability, probability, repeated measures analysis of variance, data association and prediction, and evaluating diagnostic procedures.
4433. Practicum 3(3-0)Prerequisite: Consent of Program Advisor
This course includes intensive clinical assignment for students within a special interest area related to radiologic sciences.
4513. Administration and Supervision of Diagnostic Imaging 3(3-0)
A study of general principles of supervision and administration of radiology departments that includes such topics as methods of billing, modern record and film filing systems, in-service training, and human relations.
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4523. Pacs in Radiology 3(3-0)
This course investigates the use of picture archival and communictions systems and its impact on healthcare. Topics include comparison of computer-based records to traditional film records, PACS impact on teleradiology, as well as the acquisition of a system, medical-legal, productivity, image compression, and image storage and retrieval issues.
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4623. Radiographic Quality Control 3(3-0)
This course will present basic theories and principles related to the safe utilization of diagnostic radiographic equipment in a clinical setting. Theories and principles responsible for the production of quality radiographs with minimal patient exposure and production costs is a focus of the course. The student applies the theories and principles of safe radiation exposure by utilizing various strategies including projects and introductory laboratory experiments.
4633. Continuous Quality Improvement in Diagnostic Imaging 3(3-0)
This course is a study of the principles and methodologies of continuous quality improvement. Comparison with traditional quality assurance will be included as well as implementation standards to satisfy JCAHO. Student will perform mind-set, departmental and system evaluations and use problem-solving techniques and tools to generate solutions to quality issues.
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4643. Health Law in Medical Imaging 3(3-0)
This course is an introductory study of laws affecting medical imaging. Topics include administrative law, professional malpractice, patient rights, risk management, labor law, contract law, and ethical considerations.
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4713. Medical Ultrasound 3(3-0)
A study of the physical and technical principles of medical ultrasound. Includes properties of ultrasound, transducers, modes of application, cross sectional anatomy, and techniques of medical diagnostic ultrasound applications.
4723. Principles of Computed Tomography 3(3-0)
This course explores the basic physical and technical principles of CT scanning. Computer technology, system components, image characteristics and quality control methods are introduced. Access to a CT scanner or instructor consent required.
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4733. Sectional Anatomy 3(3-0)
This course is a a study of human anatomy as viewed in sectional planes. Students will compare planar anatomy to sectional anatomy and recognize anatomical structures as seen in computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging. Studies will include the crenium, brain, chest, abdomen, spine and pelvis.
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4743. Magnetic Resonance Imaging 3(3-0)
This course explores the basic physical and technical principles of MRI scanning. Related clinical applications, systems components, image characteristics, quality control methods, limitations, and future developments are introduced.
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4753. Mammography 3(3-0)
The purpose of this course is to provide the technologist with guidelines for performing quality mammography examinations. Includes the historical background of breast cancer and technical evolution of mammographic technique, essentials of the “Imaging Chain”, patient education, QA, troubleshooting, instrumentation and positioning.
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4763. Mammographic Quality Practice 3(3-0)
This course will introduce the student to the regulations established under the Mammography Quality Standards Act of 1992 (MQSA), fully implemented in 1999. The focus of the course is based on MQSA principles and quality control procedures.
4773. Magnetic Resonance Imaging Applications 3(3-0)
This course provides a functional understanding of the basic MRI parameters and how they are used to image specific parts of the body in the axial, coronal, and sagittal planes. The focus of the course will be on MR sequences and presentation of anatomy and pathology.
4783. Computed Tomography Applications 3(3-0)
This course focuses on the use of computed tomography as in imaging tool from the technologist’s perspective. Topics include a review of patient, contrast media and adverse reactions, and imaging protocols for the brain, sella tursica, orbit, temporal bone, paranasal sinuses, neck, chest, abdomen, pelvis, and spine. CT-guided interventional techniques will also be discussed . Access to a CT scanner or instructor consent required.
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4813. Teaching Strategies in Radiologic Sciences 3(3-0)
This course enhances skills in teaching radiologic technology by providing instruction in curriculum development, methods of instruction, and psychology of learning. Students learn how to develop performance objectives, organize a lesson plan, and effectively present a lesson.
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4823. Student Teaching 3(3-0)
This course includes teaching activities under the supervision of an experienced educator in an accreditied program of radiologic sciences.
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4833. Evaluation Methods in Radiologic Sciences 3(3-0)
Prerequisite: RADS 4813
This course provides instruction in test and measurement, analysis of test results, and program evaluation based on accreditation standards.
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4903. Selected Topics 3(3-0)
This course includes directed profects and intensive study of selected topics in radiologic sciences. may be repeated once for credit.
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4913. Applied Research 3(3-0)
Prerequisite: RADS 3503
This is a capstone course involving directed research culminating in a substantive paper based on the interest and needs of the student.
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4923. Internship 3 semester hours
Prerequisites: 12 hours of advanced level radiologis science courses or consent of instructor.
This course enables students to gain experience in promotion of the radiologic sciences profession to staff technologists as well as the general public. Projects may include recruitment, public speaking and presentation techniques.
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