RAD-161: Imaging Equipment

School
Health and Human Services
Division
Health Careers
Department
Radiography Technician
Academic Level
Undergraduate
Course Subject
Radiography
Course Number
161
Course Title
Imaging Equipment
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
RAD-101, RAD-109, RAD-111, RAD-114, and RAD-118
Catalog Course Description

This course focuses upon the equipment routinely utilized to produce diagnostic images. The major emphasis will be on the construction and operation of the diagnostic x-ray tube, digital imaging systems, and fluoroscopic imaging systems. Basic principles of advanced imaging equipment such as Computed Tomography (CT) and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) are introduced.

Goals, Topics, and Objectives

Core Course Topics
  1. Radiographic Equipment
  2. X-ray Tube
  3. Automatic Exposure Control Systems
  4. Fluoroscopic Equipment
  5. Image Intensification Tube
  6. Flat Panel Fluoroscopy
  7. Tomography and Computed Tomography
  8. Magnetic Resonance Imaging
  9. Digital and Computed Radiography
Core Course Learning Objectives (Separated)

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

  1. Describe the components and function of a diagnostic x-ray tube.
  2. Describe the components and function of automatic exposure control (AEC) devices.
  3. Explain line-focus principle.
  4. Describe the components and function of an image intensifier tube.
  5. Describe several advantages of computed radiography over screen-film radiography.
  6. Define direct digital radiography and indirect digital radiography.
  7. Discuss basic computed tomography (CT) equipment components and functions.
  8. Discuss basic magnetic resonance imaging component and functions.

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.

Approval Dates

Effective Term
Fall 2019
ILT Approval Date
AALC Approval Date
Curriculum Committee Approval Date
Review Semester
Fall 2019