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Discipline: Technology & Health: Radiologic Technology

Course Name	Course Number	Objectives
Clinical Experience 1A	RAD 1A	Demonstrate professional behavior and ethical practice in clinical radiography. Perform patient assessments and monitor patient status. Provide safe, effective, and patient-centered care. Adapt radiographic procedures to societal, cultural, and individual patient factors. Apply radiation protection principles to minimize exposure. Perform patient positioning to demonstrate required anatomy. Acquire diagnostic-quality radiographic images. Operate radiographic equipment competently. Evaluate radiographic images for diagnostic quality and apply corrective actions for suboptimal images. Apply safe practices and adhere to institutional policies.
Clinical Experience 1B	RAD 1B	Demonstrate professional behavior and ethical practice in clinical radiography. Perform patient assessments and monitor patient status. Provide safe, effective, and patient-centered care. Adapt radiographic procedures to societal, cultural, and individual patient factors. Apply radiation protection principles to minimize exposure. Perform patient positioning to demonstrate required anatomy. Acquire diagnostic-quality radiographic images. Operate radiographic equipment competently. Evaluate radiographic images for diagnostic quality and apply corrective actions for suboptimal images. Apply safe practices and adhere to institutional policies.
Clinical Experience 2A	RAD 2A	Perform patient assessments and monitor patient status. Perform patient assessments, including recording of clinical history and physical/mental status evaluation. Provide safe, effective, and patient-centered care. Adapt radiographic procedures to societal, cultural, and individual patient factors. Apply radiation protection principles to minimize exposure. Perform patient positioning to demonstrate required anatomy. Acquire diagnostic-quality radiographic images. Operate radiographic equipment competently. Evaluate radiographic images for diagnostic quality and apply corrective actions for suboptimal images. Apply safe practices and adhere to institutional policies.
Clinical Experience 2B	RAD 2B	Perform patient assessments and monitor patient status. Perform patient assessments, including recording of clinical history and physical/mental status evaluation. Provide safe, effective, and patient-centered care. Adapt radiographic procedures to societal, cultural, and individual patient factors. Apply radiation protection principles to minimize exposure. Perform patient positioning to demonstrate required anatomy. Acquire diagnostic-quality radiographic images. Operate radiographic equipment competently. Evaluate radiographic images for diagnostic quality and apply corrective actions for suboptimal images. Apply safe practices and adhere to institutional policies.
Clinical Experience 3A	RAD 3A	Demonstrate professional behavior and ethical practice in clinical radiography. Perform patient assessments and monitor patient status. Provide safe, effective, and patient-centered care. Adapt radiographic procedures to societal, cultural, and individual patient factors. Apply radiation protection principles to minimize exposure. Perform patient positioning to demonstrate required anatomy. Acquire diagnostic-quality radiographic images. Operate radiographic equipment competently. Evaluate radiographic images for diagnostic quality and apply corrective actions for suboptimal images. Apply safe practices and adhere to institutional policies.
Clinical Experience 3B	RAD 3B	Demonstrate professional behavior and ethical practice in clinical radiography. Perform patient assessments and monitor patient status. Provide safe, effective, and patient-centered care. Adapt radiographic procedures to societal, cultural, and individual patient factors. Apply radiation protection principles to minimize exposure. Perform patient positioning to demonstrate required anatomy. Acquire diagnostic-quality radiographic images. Operate radiographic equipment competently. Evaluate radiographic images for diagnostic quality and apply corrective actions for suboptimal images. Apply safe practices and adhere to institutional policies. The student will select technical factors producing quality diagnostic images with the lowest possible radiation exposure.
Clinical Experience 3C	RAD 3C	Acquire diagnostic-quality radiographic images. Operate radiographic equipment competently. Evaluate radiographic images for diagnostic quality and apply corrective actions for suboptimal images. Apply safe practices and adhere to institutional policies. Demonstrate professional behavior and ethical practice in clinical radiography. Perform patient assessments and monitor patient status. Provide safe, effective, and patient-centered care. Adapt radiographic procedures to societal, cultural, and individual patient factors. Apply radiation protection principles to minimize exposure. Perform patient positioning to demonstrate required anatomy.
Clinical Experience 4	RAD 4	Demonstrate professional behavior and ethical practice in clinical radiography. Perform patient assessments and monitor patient status. Provide safe, effective, and patient-centered care. Adapt radiographic procedures to societal, cultural, and individual patient factors. Evaluate radiographic images for diagnostic quality and apply corrective actions for suboptimal images. Apply safe practices and adhere to institutional policies. Apply radiation protection principles to minimize exposure Perform patient positioning to demonstrate required anatomy. Acquire diagnostic-quality radiographic images. Operate radiographic equipment competently.
Computed Tomography Clinical Experience 7A	RAD 7A	Demonstrate professional and ethical behavior in a clinical CT setting Provide patient-centered care Apply radiation protection principles in clinical CT practice. Demonstrate competency in performing CT procedures in compliance with ARRT requirements. Evaluate CT images for diagnostic quality and apply corrective actions for suboptimal images. Operate CT informatics systems effectively. Apply critical thinking to adapt CT procedures based on patient and situational factors Implement safe clinical practices in CT. Operate radiographic equipment competently. The student will demonstrate appropriate level of understanding of procedures and protocols.
Computed Tomography Clinical Experience 7B	RAD 7B	The student will determine corrective measures to improve inadequate images. Operate radiographic equipment competently. Apply radiation protection principles in clinical CT practice. Demonstrate competency in performing CT procedures in compliance with ARRT requirements. Evaluate CT images for diagnostic quality and apply corrective actions for suboptimal images. Operate CT informatics systems effectively Apply critical thinking to adapt CT procedures based on patient and situational factors. Implement safe clinical practices in CT. Demonstrate professional and ethical behavior in a clinical CT setting. Provide patient-centered care
Computed Tomography Physics and Instrumentation	RAD 72	Explain quality control procedures and quality assurance programs in CT imaging Examine current and emerging CT technological innovations and their applications in medical imaging. Describe radiation protection principles for minimizing exposure and ensuring ethical practice Compare data acquisition methods and analyze their impact on image quality and clinical applications. Evaluate the impact of imaging parameters, patient positioning, and artifacts on image quality. Describe the role of informatics and digital systems in image management. Explain the fundamental principles of x-ray production and photon interactions with matter Identify CT scanner components and explain their role in image formation, reconstruction, and postprocessing.
Computed Tomography Procedures and Patient Care	RAD 71	Discuss radiation safety and dose management in CT Explain CT procedures for various anatomical regions, special applications, and patient populations. Explain patient assessment, preparation, and safety protocols for CT procedures. Describe principles of contrast media administration and management in CT. Identify procedural elements for CT imaging protocols. Explain technical parameters for CT image acquisition. The student will recognize factors surrounding safe methods of contrast administration used in computed tomography exams.
Computed Tomography Sectional Anatomy and Pathology	RAD 70	Identify major anatomical structures on CT images Differentiate between normal and abnormal anatomy on CT images. Describe common disease processes relevant to CT imaging. Apply anatomical terminology in CT imaging. Correlate CT imaging features with pathological conditions.
Digital Imaging in Radiology	RAD 32	Describe the digital image acquisition process Select technical factors to optimize image quality and minimize radiation exposure. Describe post-processing techniques applied to digital images and their impact on image quality. Explain image display characteristics and appropriate viewing conditions. Evaluate images for overall image quality and identify corrective measures for suboptimal images. Discuss quality management and continuous quality improvement (CQI) techniques in digital radiography. Explain the functions of medical image management systems and the mechanisms for image transfer, storage, and remote access. The student will relate the exposure indicator values to technical factors and patient exposure.
Fluoroscopy and Radiobiology	RAD 31	The student will be able to analyze how radiation will causes deterministic effects. Identify and explain fluoroscopy system components and their operation Explain the physics of radiation relevant to fluoroscopic procedures, including x-ray production and photon interactions with matter. Describe methods to minimize personnel radiation exposure, including protective devices, monitoring procedures, and regulatory requirements. Describe the principles of patient radiation safety and dose reduction strategies Explain quality control and quality assurance procedures for fluoroscopy systems
Introduction to Radiologic Science and Health Care	RAD 50	Identify healthcare professions and settings involved in patient care. Explain legal, regulatory, and ethical concepts in radiologic practice Describe radiation safety principles for patients and personnel Discuss quality management, quality assurance, and accreditation processes in healthcare and radiology departments. Explain professional responsibilities, career opportunities, credentialing, and the benefits of continuing education in radiologic technology practice. The student will differentiate various healthcare environments.
Mammography Principles and Procedures	RAD 40	Students will identify the internal anatomy and external anatomy of the breast Students will comprehend the BI-RADS classification system Students will identify the signs and symptoms of breast cancer Students will critique mammographic images to determine diagnostic quality. Students will determine corrective measures for nondiagnostic mammographic images. Students will conduct a comprehensive patient assessment Students will explain the impact of key technical factors (kVp, mAs, compression thickness, target, filter, focal spot, grids, and magnification) on image quality.
Patient Care in Radiologic Technology	RAD 91	Students will develop knowledge of effective communication. Demonstrate understanding of cultural competence in patient care. Recognize and respond to medical emergencies. Explain the radiographer’s role in patient education. Demonstrate effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare team members. Apply infection control and safety procedures using standard precautions. Perform venipuncture procedures Explain the pharmacology, administration, and patient care considerations of contrast agents Describe roles and responsibilities of the healthcare facility, team members, and the radiographer. Assess patient physical and psychological needs.
Radiobiology	RAD 33	Identify methods to measure radiation responses and interpret dose-response relationships. Describe short-term and long-term biological effects of radiation exposure. Explain factors influencing cellular radiosensitivity Describe principles to minimize patient and personnel radiation exposure Discuss the molecular and cellular effects of ionizing radiation
Radiographic Pathology	RAD 30	Explain the causes of disease, including pathological, traumatic, congenital, and genetic factors. Explain radiologic pathology of major body systems, including complications, radiographic appearance, and procedural considerations. Explain and compare various fractures and abnormalities as seen on radiographs. Explain the relevance of pathology to radiographic procedures and specialized imaging techniques. Explain common terms related to pathology and disease processes. The student will identify pathology presented on the radiographic images provided.
Radiographic Procedures I	RAD 61B	The student will determine the central ray direction for each projection Identify anatomical structures demonstrated on routine radiographs. Explain positioning techniques for routine radiographic procedures. Analyze radiographs for overall diagnostic quality and determine corrective measures for suboptimal images. Describe effective patient care and communication principles Explain radiation protection principles related to radiographic procedures. Describe the use of positioning aids and procedural equipment Demonstrate knowledge of special, mobile, and surgical radiographic procedures.
Radiographic Procedures II	RAD 62B	Identify anatomical structures demonstrated on routine radiographs. Explain positioning techniques for routine radiographic procedures. Analyze radiographs for overall diagnostic quality and determine corrective measures for suboptimal images. Describe effective patient care and communication principles Explain radiation protection principles related to radiographic procedures. Describe the use of positioning aids and procedural equipment Demonstrate knowledge of special, mobile, and surgical radiographic procedures. The student will determine the central ray direction for each projection
Radiologic Procedures I Laboratory	RAD 61C	The student will identify a diagnostic image of the affected body part. Select technical factors and operate radiographic equipment to produce diagnostic-quality images Demonstrate professional and ethical behavior Demonstrate effective patient care and communication Apply radiation safety principles for patients, self, and others Identify anatomical structures on routine radiographic images Apply positioning techniques for routine procedures Analyze radiographs for overall diagnostic quality and determine corrective measures for suboptimal images Describe and select appropriate positioning aids and equipment
Radiologic Procedures II Laboratory	RAD 62C	Demonstrate effective patient care and communication skills Apply radiation safety principles for patients, self, and others Describe and select appropriate positioning aids and equipment Demonstrate professional and ethical behavior Identify anatomical structures on routine radiographic images Apply positioning techniques for routine procedures Select technical factors and operate radiographic equipment to produce diagnostic-quality images Analyze radiographs for overall diagnostic quality and determine corrective measures for suboptimal images
Theory of Radiologic Technology	RAD 62A	Explain principles of x-ray production and photon interactions with matter. Describe imaging equipment and the function of digital imaging systems. Explain technical factors affecting radiographic imaging. Analyze image quality factors and their impact on diagnostic imaging. Explain radiation protection principles for patients and personnel. Apply quality control techniques and problem-solving strategies in radiographic imaging.
Theory of Radiologic Technology	RAD 61A	Describe radiation protection methods for patients and personnel. Identify components and functions of radiographic equipment. Explain exposure factors and their effect on image quality. Describe fundamental atomic structure. Explain types and characteristics of radiation. Define radiation and radioactivity units of measure.
Theory of Radiologic Technology	RAD 64	Explain the principles of radiation production. Explain principles of radiobiology. Describe radiation protection methods for patients, personnel, and the publi Explain technical factors affecting radiographic imaging and their impact on image production. Explain exposure factors and their effect on image quality. Explain factors that impact digital image acquisition, display, archiving, and retrieval, and describe components of imaging equipment. Explain image acquisition, processing, and display. Evaluate radiographic images for diagnostic quality and apply corrective actions for suboptimal images. Describe the operation and underlying principles of radiographic, fluoroscopic, and mobile equipment. Explain quality assurance and quality control in radiology. Describe the role of regulatory and accreditation agencies in radiologic practice. Explain legal and ethical concepts relevant to radiologic practice. Apply principles of radiation dose estimation and conversion factors. Explain principles of pharmacology and the use of contrast agents. Explain principles of optimal patient care in radiology. Demonstrate effective patient-centered communication. The student will describe the major components in a typical x-ray system and their function.
Theory of Radiologic Technology	RAD 61A	The student will identify the function of the X-ray Circuitry.
Theory of Radiologic Technology	RAD 63	Summarize education, training, and certification requirements for advanced imaging specialties. Explain the basic principles of computed tomography, including system components, common protocols, and radiation protection practices. Evaluate the role of contrast media in special and advanced imaging studies
Theory of Radiologic Technology	RAD 62A	The student will be able to understand how to decrease scatter radiation on a radiographic image.
Theory of Radiologic Technology	RAD 63	Explain special imaging studies by describing indications, patient preparation, procedural considerations, and image evaluation criteria. Compare advanced imaging modalities, including equipment principles, types of radiation, and safety considerations.

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