In this course, students explore the theories and practices that are utilized in the clinical setting to produce diagnostic radiographs of the lower extremity, vertebral column and bony thorax. Radiograph terminology, patient preparation, patient positioning, proper manipulation of radiographic equipment, radiation safety practices, image evaluation, professional standards and medical ethics will be discussed and practiced in the laboratory setting.
Level I Prereq: Academic Reading and Writing Levels of 6; RAD 112 and RAD 120, minimum grade "C-"; RAD 120 may enroll concurrently
Class offerings by semester
Summer 2020 | Fall 2020 | Winter 2021 | Summer 2021 |
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Day Class (before 5 p.m.) Evening Class (after 5 p.m.) Online Class
Class offerings by semester is offered as a planning tool. Please refer to the course
schedule to see the specifc time and platform for which the course is offered.
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Description | Hours |
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Credits | 2 |
Lecture Hours | 15 |
Clinical Hours | 0 |
Lab Hours | 45 |
Other Hours | 0 |
Total Hours | 60 |