RAD-101: Introduction to Radiography

School
Health and Human Services
Division
Health Careers
Department
Radiography Technician
Academic Level
Undergraduate
Course Subject
Radiography
Course Number
101
Course Title
Introduction to Radiography
Credit Hours
1.00
Instructor Contact Hours Per Semester
16.00 (for 15-week classes)
Student Contact Hours Per Semester
16.00 (for 15-week classes)
Grading Method
A-E
Pre-requisites
Acceptance into Radiographer Program.
Catalog Course Description

This lecture course will provide the student with an overview of radiography and its role within the health care delivery system. A radiographer’s responsibilities will be outlined. Students will be oriented to academic and administrative structures, key departments and personnel in diagnostic imaging and to the profession as a whole. Basic x-ray equipment design and types of diagnostic imaging examinations performed will be introduced.

Goals, Topics, and Objectives

Core Course Topics
  1. Professional Organizations in Diagnostic Imaging and Healthcare
  2. Educational Survival Skills
  3. Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
  4. Human Diversity
  5. Radiology Administration
  6. History of Radiography
  7. X-ray Properties
  8. Radiographic Examinations
  9. Imaging Equipment
  10. Career Opportunities
  11. Image Quality
  12. The Language of Medicine
  13. Barium Studies
  14. Bedside Radiography Tubes
Core Course Learning Objectives (Separated)
  1. Discuss the historical development of radiologic technology.
  2. Discuss the different specialties in diagnostic imaging.
  3. Discuss the role of radiographers in the health care delivery system and the health care team.
  4. Distinguish the different professional organizations involved in radiologic technology.
  5. Discuss the role of the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.
  6. Differentiate between certification and licensure.
  7. Differentiate between culture and ethnicity.
  8. Explain how a person’s cultural beliefs towards illness and health affect his or her health status.
  9. Discuss the different career opportunities available in and through radiologic technology including radiologic technology education.
  10. List the basic properties of x-rays.
  11. Explain basic x-ray tube components and operation.
  12. Outline the basic equipment types within radiologic technology.
  13. Explain basic radiographic image quality factors.
  14. Identify abbreviations routinely used in radiography.
  15. Describe the basic types of examinations performed within a radiologic technology department.
  16. Identify bedside radiography tubes in a chest x-ray image.

Assessment and Requirements

Assessment of Academic Achievement

The final course grade will be calculated using a combination of tests, quizzes, assignments, presentations and participation.

General Course Requirements and Recommendations

Must obtain a grade of “C” or better to remain in the Radiography program.

Texts

To be determined by program faculty.

Effective Term
Fall 2019