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- RADX-R 105 Orientation to Radiography and Medical Imaging (3 cr.) Introduction to the field of radiology and its history. Ethical and professional Practice Standards are introduced. Professional organizations, accrediting and credentialing agencies will be explored. Basic radiation protection practices for the patient, personnel and general public will be addressed.
- RADX-R 106 Fundamentals of Patient Care for Medical Imaging (3 cr.) Concepts in patient care including the physical and psychological needs of the patient and the radiographer's role in patient assessment and education. Infection control, sterile techniques, body mechanics, immobilation and vital signs will be incorporated through lecture and practice exercises.
- RADX-R 111 Radiography I (3 cr.) The knowledge, skills and application of aligning body parts, image receptors and radiographic tube in routine radiographic examinations. Emphasis given to skeletal, chest and abdominal procedures. Correlation will be made between anatomy, physiology, principles of radiography and radiographic image critique.
- RADX-R 190 Introduction to Clinical Education (2-4 cr.) An introduction to clinical education as applied to medical imaging. Issues such as patient confidentiality including but not limited to HIPAA, teamwork, self-assessment, communication and interaction with healthcare providers, patients and caregivers will be addressed. Observational rotations in the clinical setting.
- RADX-R 191 Medical Imaging Clinical Education I (2-4 cr.) Clinical application of medical imaging techniques including patient assessment, positioning, technical exposure selection, patient education and documentation. Procedures observed or performed under applicable level of supervision. Students demonstrate mastery of clinical objectives appropriate to didactic and clinical experience.
- RADX-R 192 Medical Imaging Clinical Education II (2-4 cr.) Clinical application of medical imaging techniques including patient assessment, positioning, technical exposure selection, patient education and documentation. Procedures observed or performed under applicable level of supervision. Students demonstrate mastery of clinical objectives appropriate to didactic and clinical experience.
- RADX-R 211 Radiography II (3 cr.) This course is a continuation of Radiography I. Additional anatomy, physiology, and positioning will be covered for required routine radiography exams, as well as, surgical and trauma considerations. Correlation will be made between anatomy, physiology, principles of radiography and radiographic critique.
- RADX-R 215 Medical Imaging Modalities (3 cr.) Introduction to current and emerging advanced imaging and therapeutic modalities in the radiologic sciences. Diagnostic and therapeutic modalities utilizing contrast media will be explored. Analysis of indications and contraindications for specific procedures based on pathology and patient condition.
- RADX-R 255 Radiation Biology and Protection in Radiography (3 cr.) Radiation safety issues critical to medical imaging practice will be analyzed. A study of the effects of ionizing radiation on cells, organs and the whole body. Organizations and regulations which influence radiation exposure will be discussed.
- RADX-R 270 Radiologic Physics (3 cr.) Radiologic Physics includes the fundamental principles of radiation physics, x-ray generating equipment and equipment quality control.
- RADX-R 271 Foundations of Image Aquisition (3 cr.) Foundation of image acquistion introduces the principles of radiographic image production, image capturing devices and image characteristics and quality.
- RADX-R 291 Medical Imaging Clinical Education III (2-4 cr.) Clinical application of medical imaging techniques including patient assessment, positioning, technical exposure selection, patient education and documentation. Procedures obvserved or performed under applicable level of supervision. Students demonstrate mastery of clinical objectives appropriate to didactic and clinical experience.
- RADX-R 292 Medical Imaging Clinical Education IV (2-4 cr.) Clinical application of medical imaging techniques including patient assessment, positioning, technical exposure selection, patient education and documentation. Procedures observed or performed under applicable level of supervision. Students demonstrate mastery of clinical objectives appropriate to didactic and clinical experience.
- RADX-R 293 Medical Imaging Clinical Education V (2-4 cr.) Clinical application of medical imaging techniques including patient assessment, positioning, technical exposure selection, patient education and documentation. Procedures observed or performed under applicable level of supervision. Students demonstrate mastery of clinical objectives appropriate to didactic and clinical experience.
- RADX-R 304 Medical Imaging Anatomy (3 cr.) An analysis of human anatomy and physiology relating to multiplanar and standard radiographic imaging. Relationships between adjacent anatomical structures will be analyzed in multiple dimensions including axial, coronal, and sagittal planes. Computed Tomography (CT) Magnetic Resonance (MR) and radiographic images will be incorporated in lecture and case study.
- RADX-R 305 Radiographic Image Critique (3 cr.) Overview of assessment factors utilized to determine diagnostic quality of radiographic images. Analysis of images using clinical assessment techniques to identify anatomy for all body systems and to ascertain proper and improper positioning, image quality and acceptability based on established professional protocol.
- RADX-R 306 Radiographic Pathology (3 cr.) A study of diseases including causes, symptoms, and methods of diagnosis and treatment. Emphasis is given to the various diagnostic modes in Radiology and the identification of pathologic variances on radiographs.
- RADX-R 307 Pharmacology for Medical Imaging (3 cr.) An exploration of pharmacology discussing the impact of drugs and the utilization in medical imaging. Classification and types of drugs, administration routes and possible adverse effects will be analyzed. Discussions will integrate the selection of drugs with their appropriate use and possible effects. Pharmaceutical regulation will be reviewed.
- RADX-R 310 Seminar in Radiography (3 cr.) Analysis of current trends in medical imaging and comprehensive overview of Radiography including ethical and professional performance standards assessed through a series of projects, examinations and clinical competency performance activities.
- RADX-R 315 Exploration of Imaging Modalities (3 cr.) Designed to give medical imaging students the opportunity to study an advanced imaging modality. Lecture and guided independent study in a selected modality support the potential pursuit of advanced certification in areas such as bone densitometry, computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, mammography, and vascular interventional.
- RADX-R 320 Professional Development in Medical Imaging (3 cr.) Personal and Professional development methods and career pathways for medical imaging professionals will be analyzed. Discussion of opportunities for professional development including professional organizations, community service, and personal growth. Professional networking opportunities.
- RADX-R 371 Advanced Image Acquisition (3 cr.) Advanced Image Acquisition is the continuation of RADX-R271. Foundations of Image Acquisition, with emphasis on the application of radiologic principles applied to image formation, imaging equipment and image quality.
- RADX-R 391 Clinical Education VI (2-5 cr.) Clinical application of medical imaging techniques including patient assessment, positioning, technical exposure selection, patient education and documentation. Procedures observed or performed under applicable level of supervision. Students demonstrate mastery of clinical objectives appropriate to didactic and clinical experience.
- RADX-R 400 Leadership in Medical Imaging (3 cr.) This course provides an opportunity to explore and analyze leadership in medical imaging. Leadership theory, team-building, and changement will be discussed. The leader-follower relationship and leader behaviors and attributes will be investigated.
- RADX-R 401 Legal and Ethical Issues in Medical Imaging (3 cr.) An overview of legal and ethical issues affecting the medical imaging environment. Sources and types of law including constitutional, statutory, regulatory, administrative, contract, criminal and common law and associated legal theories will be discussed. Ethical issues related to professional ethical standards will be discussed as applied to actual clinical scenarios.
- RADX-R 410 Imaging Informatics and Acquisition Technology (3 cr.) This course will provide students with a course of study of medical imaging acquisition equipment and technology. The role medical imaging data plays and its use in healthcare will be analyzed.
- RADX-R 450 Quality Management in Medical Imaging (3 cr.) Principles of quality management as related to medical imaging will be analyzed. Data collection and analysis will be discussed. Students will develop a qualit management project for application in imaging facility.
- RADX-R 481 Medical Imaging Internship Capstone (3 cr.) Opportunity for students to develop a project in either clinical or leadership concentration focused on an appropriate area of study in conjunction with a mentor in the field. Aspects of the professional coursework and bachelor degree framework will be included in project assessment.
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