Menu

Search Program/Discipline

  • Results for SLO Disciplines>

Search Courses

  • Results for SLO Disciplines>

Student Learning Outcomes

Discipline: zTechnology & Health: Radiologic Technology Unit
Course Name Course Number
Clinical Experience 1A RAD 1A
  • 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 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.
  • Evaluate radiographic images for diagnostic quality and apply corrective actions for suboptimal images.
  • Apply radiation protection principles to minimize exposure.
  • Perform patient positioning to demonstrate required anatomy.
  • Acquire diagnostic-quality radiographic images.
  • Operate radiographic equipment competently.
  • 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.
  • Apply safe practices and adhere to institutional policies.
  • Operate radiographic equipment competently.
  • Evaluate radiographic images for diagnostic quality and apply corrective actions for suboptimal images.
  • 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.
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.
  • Apply safe practices and adhere to institutional policies.
  • 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.
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.
  • 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.
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
  • Operate radiographic equipment competently.
  • Acquire diagnostic-quality radiographic images.
  • Perform patient positioning to demonstrate required anatomy.
  • Apply radiation protection principles to minimize exposure.
  • Adapt radiographic procedures to societal, cultural, and individual patient factors.
  • Provide safe, effective, and patient-centered care.
  • Perform patient assessments and monitor patient status.
  • Demonstrate professional behavior and ethical practice in clinical radiography.
  • Apply safe practices and adhere to institutional policies.
  • Evaluate radiographic images for diagnostic quality and apply corrective actions for suboptimal images.
Clinical Experience 4 RAD 4
  • Perform patient assessments and monitor patient status.
  • Demonstrate professional behavior and ethical practice in clinical radiography.
  • Perform patient positioning to demonstrate required anatomy.
  • Apply radiation protection principles to minimize exposure
  • Adapt radiographic procedures to societal, cultural, and individual patient factors.
  • Provide safe, effective, and patient-centered care.
  • Apply safe practices and adhere to institutional policies.
  • Evaluate radiographic images for diagnostic quality and apply corrective actions for suboptimal images.
  • Operate radiographic equipment competently.
  • Acquire diagnostic-quality radiographic images.
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.
  • Implement safe clinical practices in CT.
  • 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.
Computed Tomography Physics and Instrumentation RAD 72
  • Examine current and emerging CT technological innovations and their applications in medical imaging.
  • 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.
  • 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 quality control procedures and quality assurance programs in CT imaging
Computed Tomography Procedures and Patient Care RAD 71
  • 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.
  • Discuss radiation safety and dose management in CT
  • The student will recognize factors surrounding safe methods of contrast administration used in computed tomography exams.
Computed Tomography Sectional Anatomy and Pathology RAD 70
  • Apply anatomical terminology in CT imaging.
  • Differentiate between normal and abnormal anatomy on CT images.
  • Describe common disease processes relevant to CT imaging.
  • Identify major anatomical structures on CT images
  • Correlate CT imaging features with pathological conditions.
Digital Imaging in Radiology RAD 32
  • Explain the functions of medical image management systems and the mechanisms for image transfer, storage, and remote access.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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
  • Identify and explain fluoroscopy system components and their operation
Introduction to Radiologic Science and Health Care RAD 50
  • The student will differentiate various healthcare environments.
  • 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.
Mammography Principles and Procedures RAD 40
  • Students will comprehend the BI-RADS classification system
  • Students will identify the internal anatomy and external anatomy of the breast
  • Students will explain the impact of key technical factors (kVp, mAs, compression thickness, target, filter, focal spot, grids, and magnification) on image quality.
  • Students will determine corrective measures for nondiagnostic mammographic images.
  • Students will conduct a comprehensive patient assessment
  • Students will identify the signs and symptoms of breast cancer
  • Students will critique mammographic images to determine diagnostic quality.
Patient Care in Radiologic Technology RAD 91
  • Students will develop knowledge of effective communication.
  • Explain the radiographer’s role in patient education.
  • Demonstrate understanding of cultural competence in patient care.
  • Describe roles and responsibilities of the healthcare facility, team members, and the radiographer.
  • Assess patient physical and psychological needs.
  • 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
  • Recognize and respond to medical emergencies.
Radiographic Pathology RAD 30
  • Explain the relevance of pathology to radiographic procedures and specialized imaging techniques.
  • 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 common terms related to pathology and disease processes.
  • Explain the causes of disease, including pathological, traumatic, congenital, and genetic factors.
  • 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.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of special, mobile, and surgical 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
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.
  • Demonstrate effective patient care and communication
  • Apply radiation safety principles for patients, self, and others
  • Identify anatomical structures on routine radiographic images
  • Demonstrate professional and ethical behavior
  • 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
  • Select technical factors and operate radiographic equipment to produce diagnostic-quality images
Radiologic Procedures II Laboratory RAD 62C
  • Demonstrate effective patient care and communication skills
  • Apply radiation safety principles for patients, self, and others
  • 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
  • Describe and select appropriate positioning aids and equipment
  • Demonstrate professional and ethical behavior
Theory of Radiologic Technology RAD 62A
  • Apply quality control techniques and problem-solving strategies in radiographic imaging.
  • Analyze image quality factors and their impact on diagnostic imaging.
  • Explain radiation protection principles for patients and personnel.
  • 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.
Theory of Radiologic Technology RAD 61A
  • Explain exposure factors and their effect on image quality.
  • Describe radiation protection methods for patients and personnel.
  • Describe fundamental atomic structure.
  • Explain types and characteristics of radiation.
  • Define radiation and radioactivity units of measure.
  • Identify components and functions of radiographic equipment.
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.
  • 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.
  • Describe the role of regulatory and accreditation agencies in radiologic practice.
  • Explain legal and ethical concepts relevant to radiologic practice.
  • Explain quality assurance and quality control in radiology.
  • The student will describe the major components in a typical x-ray system and their function.
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.
  • 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
  • Summarize education, training, and certification requirements for advanced imaging specialties.
Theory of Radiologic Technology RAD 61A
  • The student will identify the function of the X-ray Circuitry.
Start a new search