May 05, 2024  
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RAD 115 - Radiographic Imaging II


Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 3 Clinical Hours: 0 Credits: 3

Description: This course continues a detailed study of primary and secondary influencing factors and accessory equipment related to imaging.

Prerequisite(s): Take RAD 102 , RAD 105 , RAD 110 , RAD 130 , and RAD 153  with a minimum grade of C.
Course Topics:
  • Radiographic Qualities: Density, Contrast, Detail, Distortion, and Latitude
  • Production of scatter radiation
  • Reduction of scatter radiation
  • Influencing factors affecting radiographs
  • Technique charts
  • Automatic exposure control
  • Tomography
  • Magnification radiography
  • Sensitometry
  • Quality control for radiographic processing
  • Utilization of computed radiography and digital radiography

Textbooks:
Textbook information can be found on the Book Inn website
Required Materials:

Grading System:
An overall grade of C or higher is required for transferability and to continue in the Radiologic Technology Program.

A = 90 - 100
B = 80 - 89
C = 70 - 79
D = 60 - 69
F =   0 - 59


Student Learning Outcomes:
  1. Analyze and critique radiographic images for quality factors.
  2. Apply the basic radiographic principles when utilizing both digital and computed radiography.
  3. Evaluate different methods of Image acquisition.
  4. Recognize and describe various PACS and archiving capabilities.
  5. Compare and contrast conventional radiographic systems to digital systems.

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  • Identity Verification
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  • Mandatory Attendance Requirement
  • Orientation and Support
  • Proctored Exams

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  • Academic Integrity
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2023-2024