CERTIFICATE PROGRAM

RAD 101 Principles of Radiographic Exposure 4 cr
A beginning study of the principles involved in image formation including radiographic
films, film processing, and exposure factors affecting film quality
RAD 104 Patient Care and Ethics Pertinent to Radiology 3 cr
This course is designed to give the student basic knowledge concerning patient care and
ethical situations with which the radiologic technologist must be familiar. Class time is allotted
for the student to practice certain techniques pertinent to obtaining vital signs, handling of
patients, sterile technique, tray set-up, first-aid measures, and general operating room and
bedside radiography procedures.
RAD 107 Clinical Education I 1 cr
Hospital-based laboratory allowing the student additional clinical experience in RAD 101
and RAD 104.
RAD 108 Clinical Education II 1 cr
Hospital-based laboratory allowing the student to apply those positioning techniques
within a clinical setting as presented in RAD 131.
RAD 109 Clinical Education III 4 cr
Hospital-based laboratory experience allowing the student increased responsibility in
those areas covered in RAD 131 and RAD 215, as well as bedside radiography.
RAD 131 Radiography of the Osseous System I 4 cr
This course includes the demonstration and practice in positioning and phantom
radiography of the chest, general abdomino-pelvic viscera, and the upper and lower extremities
to include shoulder and pelvic girdles. Special fee: $15.00.
RAD 201 Radiography of the Osseous System II 6 cr
A continuation of RAD 131 to include the axial skeleton, sternum, sternoclavicular joints
and introductory topics relating to special radiographic procedures. Special fee: $15.00.
RAD 204 Clinical Education IV 4 cr
Hospital-based laboratory allowing the student to obtain clinical experience in those areas
presented in RAD 201 and RAD 215.
RAD 215 Radiographic Contrast Media 4 cr
A detailed study of contrast media, preparation and administration, radiographic
positions, technique, and anatomy and physiology of the organs studied.
RAD 218 Radiologic Physics 4 cr
A study of the fundamentals of magnetism, basic electricity, x-ray machine circuitry,
x-ray protection, and radiation physics, to give the student a basic understanding of the principles
underlying the production of x-rays and their interaction with matter.
RAD 265 Radiation Biology 2 cr
A study of health physics and methods used to reduce exposure to personnel and patients
in diagnostic and therapeutic radiology. The biological effects of ionizing radiation are stressed
along with applied mathematical principles.
RAD 305 Clinical Education V 4 cr
Hospital-based laboratory allowing the student to gain additional clinical experience in
RAD 201 and 215.
RAD 306 Clinical Education VI 5 cr
Hospital-based laboratory allowing the student to gain increased clinical experience in
RAD 324 as well as in general radiographic procedures.
RAD 311 Survey of Pathology 4 cr
A general survey of diseases designed to acquaint the student with certain changes that
occur in disease and their application to radiologic sciences.
RAD 320 Cross-Sectional Anatomy 2 cr
A study of cross-sectional anatomy as imaged in MRI and CT imaging.
RAD 324 Diagnostic Imaging 6 cr
A study of the principles and clinical applications of image intensification, vascular
radiography, computerized tomography, ultrasound, and magnetic resonance imaging.
RAD 335 Pediatric and Geriatric Radiography 2 cr
A detailed study of the specialized equipment and accessories used in the handling of
children and the elderly within the department of radiology.
RAD 337 Image Analysis 5 cr
Student radiographs taken during the clinical periods will be viewed and critiqued within
the classroom.
RAD 394 Directed Independent Study in Radiology (W) 2 cr
A comprehensive Registry Review to include written assignments and a presentation.

DEGREE PROGRAM

RAD 401 Vascular Radiography I 5 cr
Advanced practice in, and in-depth study of, the principles of vascular radiography.
RAD 402 Vascular Radiography II (W) 5 cr
Continuation of RAD 401 with increased focus on digital radiography, peripheral and
interventional radiography.
RAD 405 Computerized Tomography I 5 cr
Advanced practice in, and in-depth study of, computerized tomography.
RAD 406 Computerized Tomography II (W) 5 cr
Continuation of RAD 405 with increased emphasis on 3-dimensional imaging
reconstruction, biopsies and advanced CT techniques.
RAD 409 Magnetic Resonance Imaging I 5 cr
An in-depth study of the principles and clinical applications of MRI.
RAD 410 Magnetic Resonance Imaging II (W) 5 cr
Continuation of RAD 409 with additional emphasis on instrumentation, abdominal and
extremity joint procedures, and MRI angiography.
RAD 413 Mammography I 5 cr
Advanced practice and in-depth study of breast imaging techniques.
RAD 414 Mammography II (W) 5 cr
Continuation of RAD 413 to include needle biopsy and needle localization procedures,
and emphasis on quality assurance and image processing.
RAD 430 Image Quality Control 3 cr
A course designed to provide advanced practice and study of the clinical applications of
image quality control. Special fee: $15.00.
RAD 432 Radiology Management Practicum 3 cr
A course designed to provide on-site rotations with radiology administrative directors.
RAD 433 Radiology Education Practicum 3 cr
A course designed to provide students with experience in writing lesson plans, syllabi
development, and laboratory and classroom instructional experience.
RAD 440 Radiology Department Management 3 cr
A course designed to provide instruction in budget preparation, personnel considerations,
equipment purchasing and related mainte-nance, departmental design, and other duties and
responsibilities of radiology administrators.

Department of Radiologic Sciences and Radiologic Technology

College of Allied Health Professions