RAD-158: Radiographic Positioning II

School
Health and Human Services
Division
Health Careers
Department
Radiography Technician
Academic Level
Undergraduate
Course Subject
Radiography
Course Number
158
Course Title
Radiographic Positioning II
Credit Hours
3.00
Instructor Contact Hours Per Semester
62.00 (for 15-week classes)
Student Contact Hours Per Semester
62.00 (for 15-week classes)
Grading Method
A-E
Pre-requisites
RAD-101, RAD-109, RAD-111, RAD-114, and RAD-118
Catalog Course Description

This lecture/laboratory course is one of a four course curriculum in radiographic positioning and procedures. This course provides instruction in standard imaging procedures for shoulder girdle, lower extremity, and pelvic girdle. Positioning skills will be practiced and reinforced through laboratory assignments. Consideration is given to the evaluation of optimal diagnostic images.

Goals, Topics, and Objectives

Core Course Topics
  1. Foot, Toes, Ankle, and Calcaneus Anatomy and Positioning
  2. Tibia and Fibula, Knee Anatomy and Positioning
  3. Shoulder Girdle and Acromioclavicular (AC) Joints Anatomy and Positioning
  4. Clavicle and Scapula Anatomy and Positioning
  5. Femur, Hip and Pelvis Anatomy and Postioning
Core Course Learning Objectives (Separated)

Upon successful completion of this course, the students should be able to:

  1. Demonstrate and describe the correct patient position, part placement, and central ray entrance landmarks for radiographic procedures of the shoulder girdle, lower extremity, and pelvic girdle.
  2. Identify the structures demonstrated in shoulder girdle, lower extremity, and pelvic girdle radiographic images.
  3. Evaluate these images for positioning, centering, appropriate anatomy and overall image quality.

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

Textbook(s) to be determined through program faculty approval.

Effective Term
Fall 2019