RADT – Radiologic Technology Courses
School of Health, Wellness & Public Safety
RADT 1003 – Introduction to Radiologic Technology 1
Previously RADT 101(Prerequisites: program director approval, ENG 1101, BIO 2210/2292; Corequisites: RADT 1070; Pre- or corequisites: BIO 2310/2392) Introduces students to Radiologic Technology as a health science profession. Includes an introduction to the clinical setting, radiology and hospital organization, radiation protection and monitoring, ethical and legal issues of medical imaging, confidentiality, to include diversity and anti-discrimination issues in employment situations, professional organizations, professional development, accreditation and credentialing and computers in the workplace. Program fee: Published in the Schedule of Classes.
RADT 1005 – Fundamentals of Radiography 3
Previously RADT 102 (Corequisites: RADT 1003, 1070) Presents the production of the radiographic image on film. The course will include exposure factors, the interaction of x-rays and matter, basic image receptor principles, image quality and basic physics of x-ray equipment. Consideration will be given to how processing and exposure variables affect the final radiograph. Film characteristics and adjuncts (screens, grids) will be explored. Technique formulation and exposure compensations will be studied and practiced.
RADT 1070 – Radiographic Positioning I 3
Previously RADT 103L (Corequisites: RADT 1003, 1005) Presents the fundamentals of radiographic terminology, anatomy and positioning used in routine radiographic procedures of the chest, abdomen, extremities, ribs, pelvic girdle and shoulder girdle. Other relative topics will include clinical histories, patient care, lifting and moving patients, improvisation, radiographic requisitions and reports, film critique, basic equipment and portable radiography. (30 theory + 45 lab hours per term)
RADT 1090 – Clinical Radiography I 5
Previously RADT 130C (Prerequisite: HLTH 1001; Corequisites: RADT 1003, 1005, 1070) Introduces the clinical environment in a clinical facility. Development of basic competencies under direct supervision in selected procedures studied in the college classroom and laboratory (chest, abdomens, extremities) Observation and participation in office procedures, film filing, patient transport, darkroom and exposure rooms. Manipulation of radiographic equipment—collimator, table, tube, marking systems. Setting of exposure factors according to charts. Patient care will include transfer techniques and emphasize a concern for patient comfort. Film critique will be carried out regularly. (225 clinical hours per term) Program fee: Published in the Schedule of Classes.
RADT 1096 – Special Topics in Radiologic Technology 1-6
(all courses ending in 96 are topics courses) Previously RADT 296 Explore various topics of interest in the field of Radiologic Technology.
RADT 1503 – Patient Care in Radiography 2
Previously RADT 106 (Pre- or corequisite: PSY 1105 or SOC 1101; Corequisites: RADT 1510, 1570, 1590) Covers issues related to patient care including legal and professional responsibilities, patient rights, patient confidentiality, security, patient education, safety and comfort, infection control and prevention, patient monitoring, contrast media, pharmacology and parental drug administration.
RADT 1510 – Radiobiology and Protection 3
Previously RADT 110 (Corequisites: RADT 1503, 1570, 1590) Presents biological effects of radiation exposure to human cells and tissues including genetic, somatic, short and long-term effects. Topics include radiation measurements, policies and protection measures for technologists, patients and others. Minimizing patient and personnel exposure, basic methods of protection, protective devises, units of measurement and sources of radiation exposure are covered.
RADT 1570 – Radiographic Positioning II 3
Previously RADT 104L (Prerequisite: RADT 1070; Corequisites: RADT 1503, 1510, 1590) Continues course of study begun in RADT 103L including procedures, projections, anatomy, oseology and arthrology of the vertebral column, skull and facial bones, sinuses and mastoids. Other topics will include foreign body localization and film critique. Surveys the common procedures of the gastrointestinal, urinary, respiratory, biliary and cardiovascular systems utilized to study the factors that govern and influence the production and recording of radiologic images. (30 theory + 45 lab hours per term)
RADT 1590 – Clinical Radiography II 4
Previously RADT 140C (Corequisites: RADT, 1503, 1510, 1570) Continues course of study begun in RADT 120C with a continued development of competencies under direct supervision and practice in basic procedures learned in positioning I and II. Independent performance in selected procedures, film processing and film critiques and assistance in a variety of patient care needs. (180 clinical hours per term) Program fee: Published in the Schedule of Classes.
RADT 2005 – Introduction to Quality Assurance 2
Previously RADT 207 (Prerequisites: RADT 1570, 1503, 1510, 1590; Corequisites: RADT 2092, 2010) This course provides the student with an introduction to the evaluation of radiographic systems to assure consistency in the production of quality images. Components or radiography equipment and tests and procedures to evaluate these components are discussed.
RADT 2010 – Radiographic Imaging I 3
Previously RADT 202L (Prerequisite: RADT 1570; Pre- or corequisite: MATH 1210 or 1310) Covers film and electronic imaging with related accessories. Employs radiographic film critique to emphasize the methods of diagnostic quality control. (30 theory + 45 lab hours per term)
RADT 2090 – Clinical Radiography III 6
Previously RADT 230C (Corequisites: 2005, 2010, 2092,) Continues course of study begun in RADT 1590. A continued development of competencies under direct supervision and continuous practice of basic procedures learned in positioning I and II and Radiographic Imaging I. Independent and intermediate level of performance in selected procedures, film processing and film critiques. Assistance in a variety of patient care needs, safety issues, PACS and dye exposure. (270 clinical hours per term) Program fee: Published in the Schedule of Classes.
RADT 2092 – Radiographic Film Critique Lab 1
Previously RADT 205L (Corequisites: RADT 1503, 1510, 1570, 1590; Corequisite: RADT 2005, 2010) Provides a clinical lab experience in clinical film critique to integrate clinical practice and classroom education. Evaluates technical error on radiographs and reviews strategies for avoiding future errors. (45 contact hours)
RADT 2404 – Radiographic Imaging II 1
Previously RADT 203 (Prerequisite: RADT 2010; Corequisites: RADT 2408, 2410, 2490) Surveys the special procedures and special imaging modalities (ultrasound, mammography, nuclear medicine, oncology and surgical radiography) utilized to explore topics in imaging equipment and image processing.
RADT 2408 – Radiographic Pathology 2
Previously RADT 208 (Corequisites: 2404, 2410, 2490) Continues course of study begun in RADT 2005. Surveys additional body systems and the relative pathologies affecting them. Radiographic imagine methods will be considered to demonstrate how to best demonstrate these pathologies.
RADT 2410 – Radiographic Physics and Instrumentation 3
Previously RADT 231 (Corequisites: RADT 2404, 2408, 2490) A study of the physical principles of diagnostic radiography, computerized tomographi and magnetic resonance imaging. Will also include Atomic Structure ECT.
RADT 2490 – Clinical Radiography IV 6Previously RADT 240C (Corequisites: RADT 2404, 2408, 2410) Continues course of study begun in RADT 2090 with indirect supervision, a continued development ofcompetence and practice in basic positioning learned in Positioning I and II and Radiographic ImagingI and II. Independent/intermediate level of performance in selected procedures, film processing andfilm critiques. Assists in a variety of patient care activities. (180 clinical hours per term) Program fee:Published in the Schedule of Classes.
RADT 2810 – Radiologic Technology Seminar 2 Previously RADT 280 (Prerequisite: RADT 2404, 2408, 2410, 2490; Corequisite: RADT 2890) A capstone experience for students preparing for employment as radiologic technologists. Will consider topics in leadership, clinical management, professional development, quality assurance, quality control,professional organizations and preparation for the national registry exam as well as current developments in the field. Program fee: Published in the Schedule of Classes.
RADT 2890 – Clinical Radiography V 8 Previously RADT 250C (Prerequisite: RADT 2490; Corequisite: RADT 2810) Continues course of study begun in RADT 2490 with instruction and practice in a clinical facility under indirect/close supervision. Student will continue to develop competencies learned in Positioning I and IIand Imaging I and II. Observation, involvement and assistance in special procedures and special imaging modalities. Review of radiographs, preparation for employment as radiologic technologists. (360 clinical hours) Program fee: Published in the Schedule of Classes.
