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New Numbers, Same Classes! Some of our most important general education classes have new course numbers and names effective this Fall. Don't miss your GE requirements and read your Mountie email for more information!

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Student Learning Outcomes

Course Name: Digital Imaging in Radiology
Course Number: RAD 32
Outcomes:
  • Explain the functions of medical image management systems and the mechanisms for image transfer, storage, and remote access.
  • Discuss quality management and continuous quality improvement (CQI) techniques in digital radiography.
  • Evaluate images for overall image quality and identify corrective measures for suboptimal images.
  • The student will relate the exposure indicator values to technical factors and patient exposure.
  • Explain image display characteristics and appropriate viewing conditions.
  • Describe post-processing techniques applied to digital images and their impact on image quality.
  • Select technical factors to optimize image quality and minimize radiation exposure.
  • Describe the digital image acquisition process