MOA-160: Basic X-ray Techniques

This course is INACTIVE
School
Health and Human Services
Division
Health Careers
Department
Medical Assistant/Billing
Academic Level
Undergraduate
Course Subject
Medical Assist/Recept Biller
Course Number
160
Course Title
Basic X-ray Techniques
Credit Hours
2.00
Instructor Contact Hours Per Semester
32.00 (for 15-week classes)
Student Contact Hours Per Semester
32.00 (for 15-week classes)
Grading Method
A-E
Pre-requisites
AH 100 with a "C" grade or better; COMPASS Reading test score of 84 or higher or successful completion of ENG-081; COMPASS MATH Pre-algebra test score of 39 or higher or successful completion of MATH-074, MATH-0774 or MATH-100 or MATH-101.
Catalog Course Description

For medical assistants and other health care professionals who will be practicing limited radiography. Covers radiation safety, non-contrast procedures, patient positioning, radiographic projections, and radiology mathematics. Students study and practice performing x-rays using phantom parts under direct supervision.

Goals, Topics, and Objectives

Core Course Topics
  1. Background Fundamentals for Diagnostic Radiology
  2. Special Properties of X-rays in Diagnostic Radiology
  3. Recording the X-ray Image
  4. Protective Measures in X-ray Diagnosis
  5. Definition of Physical Terms Applicable to Radiology
  6. Radiographic Positioning and Anatomy/Upper Extremity
  7. Radiographic Positioning and Anatomy/Lower Extremity and Pelvis
  8. Technique; Kilovoltage, Miliamperage, and Time
  9. Darkroom and Processing
  10. Contrast Exams and Their Preparation
Core Course Learning Objectives (Separated)

COGNITIVE DOMAIN:

  1. Define the background fundamentals of x-rays, the x-ray tube, and x-ray equipment.
  2. Describe protective and safety measures in radiography.*
  3. Explain the function of milliamperage, kilovoltage, and time when producing x-rays.

PSYCHOMOTOR DOMAIN:

  1. Perform radiographic positioning for upper extremities.
  2. Perform radiographic positioning for the pelvis and lower extremities.
  3. Demonstrate the proper radiographic positions for the chest and abdomen.

AFFECTIVE DOMAIN:

  1. Demonstrate empathy in personal interaction with patients, physicians, and staff members.
  2. Utilize knowledge of the As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) Principle to provide patient protection from over-exposure to ionizing radiation.

Assessment and Requirements

Assessment of Academic Achievement
  1. Students are expected to be active in classroom discussion.
  2. Each student will be expected to position another student for a basic x-ray exam as part of one test.
  3. Attendance is required for successful completion of this course.
  4. Late assignments will not be accepted.
  5. Use of the text is mandatory.

The final course grade is calculated using a combination of attendance and participation, assignments, examinations and the final exam.  The grading scale is:

  • 93% – 100%   A
  • 84% – 92%     B
  • 75%– 83%     C
  • 66% – 74%     D
  • 0%   - 65%     E

The final grade will be determined using the following criteria:

  • Attendance/Participation    10%
  • Assignments                       30%
  • Examinations                       30%
  • Final Examination                30%
General Course Requirements and Recommendations

MOA 160 is highly recommended for students applying for admission to the HFCC Radiographer Program.

Texts

Required textbooks determined by the program faculty.:

Approval Dates

Effective Term
Winter 2020
Deactivation Date
ILT Approval Date
AALC Approval Date
Curriculum Committee Approval Date