Radiography Courses
Note: A student must be formally admitted to the Radiography program before taking any RAD courses.
Pre-Req: See above
Co-Req: RAD 111, RAD 161
Introduction of the medical profession and radiologic technology with emphasis on the radiology departments of the affiliate hospitals, professional ethics and legal problems, and basic radiation and electrical protection.
Pre-Req: None
Co-Req: RAD 110, RAD 112, RAD 162
Basic fundamentals concerned with production and recording of radiographic images with film and with digital image acquisition. Detailed study of factors that affect radiographic quality.
Pre-Req: None
Co-Req: RAD 102, RAD 112, RAD 162
At the affiliate hospital, the student will perform radiographic examinations under staff supervision. Clinical competence will be evaluated and documented. Students will construct and maintain a clinical portfolio.
Pre-Req: None
Co-Req: RAD 101, RAD 161
Introduction to medical terminology with emphasis on terminology and basic principles of radiographic positioning. Nursing procedures and techniques in general patient care. Detailed information on radiographic examination of the chest, abdomen and upper extremity.
Pre-Req: None
Co-Req: RAD 102, RAD 110, RAD 162
Radiographic positioning of the structures and organs of the body, precise and detailed information on the various positions routinely used in radiographic examination of the upper and lower extremity, spine and bony thorax. Nursing procedures and techniques in patient care.
Pre-Req: None
Co-Req: RAD 101, RAD 111
This course is a study of basic physics and electrical components for radiography students. The course includes basic mechanics, structure of matter, electromagnetic radiation, electrostatics, magnetism, electrodynamics, and electromagnetism.
Pre-Req: RAD 161
Co-Req: RAD 102, RAD 110, RAD 112
Continuation of RAD 161. The course is a study of rectification, x-ray tubes, x-ray circuits, production of x-ray, and interaction of x-ray with matter. Also included is operation of medical radiographic and fluoroscopic equipment and accessories.
Pre-Req: None
Co-Req: RAD 191
Designed to familiarize students with elementary radiography procedures, patient flow, and general operation of the department. Under staff supervision, students will perform basic radiographic examinations. Students will construct and maintain a clinical portfolio.
Pre-Req: None
Co-Req: RAD 190
Basic principles of positioning for cranial bones. Common examinations using contrast media and pharmacology for radiographers. Simulation and analysis of radiographic procedures and radiograph critique.
Pre-Req: None
Co-Req: RAD 220
Additional imaging procedures and radiographic positioning of the facial bones and paranasal sinuses. Radiation biology and advanced radiation protection.
Pre-Req: None
Co-Req: RAD 230
Special considerations for radiographic examination of the pediatric patient, radiography in surgery and mobile radiography. Survey of disease. Introduction to computed tomography.
Pre-Req: RAD 110
Co-Req: RAD 211
At the affiliate hospital, the student will perform radiographic examinations under staff supervision. Clinical competence will be evaluated and documented. Students will construct and maintain a clinical portfolio.
Pre-Req: RAD 220
Co-Req: RAD 212
Continuation of RAD 220.
Pre-Req: None
Co-Req: RAD 291
Clinical application of radiographic theory in all phases of radiologic technology. Students perform with indirect supervision in areas where competence is documented. Students will construct and maintain a clinical portfolio. Final clinical competencies will be evaluated and documented.
Pre-Req: None
Co-Req: RAD 290
Introduction to new imaging modalities. Students will complete a scientific research thesis and produce a scientific exhibit. Assessment of current knowledge in radiography and registry review. Professional growth is emphasized.
Pre-Req: Current JSCC radiology student or employed in related field or certified by ARRT
Co-Req: RAD 230
State of the art radiology procedures and equipment to include all imaging modalities.