RAD 205 - Radiographic Pathology

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

Description: This course provides a survey of disease processes significant to the radiographer, including etiology, diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment.

Prerequisite(s): Take RAD 121, RAD 268 and RAD 283 with a minimum grade of C.

Course Topics:

General Pathologic Terms
Disease Processes of the Musculoskeletal System
Disease Processes of the Respiratory System
Disease Processes of the Abdomen and Hepatobiliary System
Disease Processes of the Digestive System
Disease Processes of the Cardiovascular System
Disease Processes of the Central Nervous System
Disease Processes of the Genitourinary System

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

Required Materials:

Computer with internet access
View computer requirements for the online portion of the course.
Word processing software (must be able to save WORD format)
Antivirus software.

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:

Describe the general principles and terms of pathology.
Classify diseases, definitions, etiology, treatment, and prognosis along with radiographic procedures or examination and diagnosis for diseases relating to:
- Musculoskeletal system
- Respiratory system
- Abdominal and Hepatobiliary system
- Gastrointestinal system
- Genitourinary system
- Central Nervous System
- Cardiovascular
Describe the radiographic appearance of diseases of each body system.
Identify the appropriate technical changes required to best demonstrate each pathological condition.
Research a specific pathology for written and radiographic presentation.

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Official Course Syllabus
2023-2024