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RADX-P 170 Fundamentals of Radiologic and Imaging Physics (3 cr.) This course presents an introduction to physics related to the imaging sciences with emphasis on the nature and characteristics of x-radiation and sound waves. Topics include fundamental physical units, atomic structure, electricity, magnetism, electromagnetism, and basic image formation.

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, immobilization 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 185 Understanding Med Terminology (1-3 cr.) Introduction to the origin and derivation of medical language with focus on building terms, spelling, abbreviations and pronunciation. Students will become acquainted with combination of the various terms, abbreviations and symbols as they relate to the specific structure and function of the human body. Orientation is made to the interpretation of radiology reports, clinical diagnosis and imaging orders.

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 206 Advanced Patient Care (3 cr.) Advanced concepts in patient care including the identification of physical and psychological needs of the patients through assessment, patient education, and emergency care procedures and pharmacology. Contrast media, indication, contraindications and adverse reactions will be explored. Response to medical emergency will be simulated in lab setting.

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 Acquisition (3 cr.) Foundation of image acquisition 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 observed 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-S 393 MEDICAL IMAGING CLINICAL EDUCATION VIII (1-4 cr.) Clinical application of radiographic positioning, exposure techniques and department procedures in all phases of radiologic technology and/or their advanced modality, under the direct supervision of an RT until mastery of clinical objectives is reached.

RADX-S 394 MEDICAL IMAGING CLINICAL EDUCATION IX (1-4 cr.) Clinical application of radiographic positioning, exposure techniques and department procedures in all phases of radiologic technology and/or their advanced modality, under the direct supervision of an RT until mastery of clinical objectives is reached.

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 change management 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 quality 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's degree framework will be included in project assessment.

RADX-S 111 ABDOMINAL SONOGRAPHY I WITH LAB (3 cr.) This course provides a study of the structure, function, pathology, and relational anatomy of the abdominal organs. The material focuses on sonographic visualization of normal and abnormal abdominal organs to include the pancreas, liver, biliary system, spleen, and urinary system, as well as the adrenal glands and vascular structures.

RADX-S 112 ABDOMINAL SONOGRAPHY II (3 cr.) This course is a continuation of Abdominal Sonography I, with continued focus on the structure, function, pathology, and relational anatomy of the abdomen and superficial organs. Includes normal and abnormal conditions and correlation of ultrasound diagnosis with the patient history and lab findings.

RADX-S 190 INTRODUCTION TO CLINICAL EDUCATION (2-5 cr.) Clinical Application of sonographic imaging techniques, procedures and protocols, including patient assessment, patient education and documentation. The student is assigned to a clinical education center(s) to practice sonography skills. The students will be supervised by qualified sonographers and directed in specific experiences designed to meet the course objectives. Demonstrate mastery of clinical objectives appropriate to the student's didactic and clinical experience.

RADX-S 191 SONOGRAPHY CLINICAL EDUCATION I (2-5 cr.) Clinical Application of sonographic imaging techniques, procedures and protocols, including patient assessment, patient education and documentation. The student is assigned to a clinical education center(s) to practice sonography skills. The students will be supervised by qualified sonographers and directed in specific experiences designed to meet the course objectives. Students demonstrate mastery of clinical objectives appropriate to didactic and clinical experience.

RADX-S 192 SONOGRAPHY CLINICAL EDUCATION II (2-5 cr.) Clinical Application of sonographic imaging techniques, procedures and protocols, including patient assessment, patient education and documentation. The student is assigned to a clinical education center(s) to practice sonography skills. The students will be supervised by qualified sonographers and directed in specific experiences designed to meet the course objectives. Students demonstrate mastery of clinical objectives appropriate to didactic and clinical experience.

RADX-S 211 OBSTETRIC AND GYNECOLOGIC SONOGRAPHY I (3 cr.) This course provides a study of gynecologic and obstetric/fetal anatomy, physiology, patient care, and imaging/interventional techniques. Emphasis will be placed on normal and abnormal gynecologic anatomy, fetal embryology, normal anatomy, gestational age assessment, uteroplacental anatomy, and maternal and fetal complications associated with pregnancy.

RADX-S 212 OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGIC SONOGRAPHY II (3 cr.) This course is a continuation of Obstetrical and Gynecologic Sonography I, with continued focus on gynecologic and obstetric/fetal sonography techniques. Emphasis will be placed on normal and abnormal fetal anatomy, physiology, sonographic patterns, clinical history, and correlation of laboratory values.

RADX-S 215 VASCULAR SONOGRAPHY I (3 cr.) This course provides a study of vascular anatomy, physiology, hemodynamics, wave form analysis, and treatment of vascular disease. Emphasis will be placed on carotid duplex/color flow imaging, upper and lower extremity arterial and venous duplex/color flow imaging, and ankle brachial indices. including the clinical history, physical assessment, and appropriate scanning protocol.

RADX-S 216 VASCULAR SONOGRAPHY II (3 cr.) This course is a continuation of Vascular Sonography I, with continued focus on vascular anatomy, physiology, hemodynamics, wave form analysis, and treatment of vascular disease. Emphasis will be placed on renal doppler, intracranial doppler, vein mapping, hemodialysis grafts, and venous insufficiency duplex/color flow testing, including the clinical history, physical assessment, and appropriate scanning protocol.

RADX-S 271 SONOGRAPHY PHYSICS AND INSTRUMENTATION I (3 cr.) This course provides the student with the knowledge of ultrasound physics and instrumentation with an emphasis on sound and its interaction with matter. Topics covered in this course include basic physical principles of ultrasound, Doppler principles and ultrasound equipment controls.

RADX-S 291 SONOGRAPHY CLINICAL EDUCATION III (2-5 cr.) Clinical Application of sonographic imaging techniques, procedures and protocols, including patient assessment, patient education and documentation. The student is assigned to a clinical education center(s) to practice sonography skills. The students will be supervised by qualified sonographers and directed in specific experiences designed to meet the course objectives. Students demonstrate mastery of clinical objectives appropriate to didactic and clinical experience.

RADX-S 292 SONOGRAPHY CLINICAL EDUCATION IV (2-5 cr.) Clinical Application of sonographic imaging techniques, procedures and protocols, including patient assessment, patient education and documentation. The student is assigned to a clinical education center(s) to practice sonography skills. The students will be supervised by qualified sonographers and directed in specific experiences designed to meet the course objectives. Students demonstrate mastery of clinical objectives appropriate to didactic and clinical experience.

RADX-S 293 SONOGRAPHY CLINICAL EDUCATION V (2-5 cr.) Clinical Application of sonographic imaging techniques, procedures and protocols, including patient assessment, patient education and documentation. The student is assigned to a clinical education center(s) to practice sonography skills. The students will be supervised by qualified sonographers and directed in specific experiences designed to meet the course objectives. Students demonstrate mastery of clinical objectives appropriate to didactic and clinical experience.

RADX-S 310 SEMINAR IN SONOGRAPHY (3 cr.) This course provides a comprehensive overview of sonography including ethical and professional standards, physics concepts, instrumentation, abdominal, obstetric/gynecological, and vascular. Analysis of topics and current trends in medical sonography is completed via case studies, review exercises, projects and examinations.

RADX-S 371 SONOGRAPHY PHYSICS AND INSTRUMENTATION II (3 cr.) This course is a continuation of Physics and Instrumentation I, with a focus on providing the ultrasound student with the knowledge of ultrasound physics and instrumentation with an emphasis on instrumentation. Topics include detailed ultrasound instrumentation, applied doppler effect with interpretation, imaging recording devices and quality control.

RADX-S 391 SONOGRAPHY CLINICAL EDUCATION VI (2-5 cr.) Clinical Application of sonographic imaging techniques, procedures and protocols, including patient assessment, patient education and documentation. The student is assigned to a clinical education center(s) to practice sonography skills. The students will be supervised by qualified sonographers and directed in specific experiences designed to meet the course objectives. Students demonstrate mastery of clinical objectives appropriate to didactic and clinical experience.