RAD 101 Radiography I

Designed to provide the student with an orientation to radiography the course includes: a review of program policies and procedures, professional organizations and standards, medical terminology, an intro to image acquisition and evaluation, basic equipment operation and quality control, basic radiation protection, and patient care and education. Additional skills taught are phlebotomy and electrocardiogram techniques and vital signs. Imaging procedures are included with an emphasis on lecture-laboratory study of RAD 101 required Competencies.

Following classroom/lab activities, students are scheduled for supervised clinical education. The student is assigned to clinical experience two days a week mastering RAD 101 required competencies. Along with assisting the radiographer, emphasis is placed on interpersonal communication skills with peers, staff, and patients.

45 hours theory/45 hours lab/240 hours clinical

Pre-Requisites: BI 206/207/208/209, FS103, MA 106

Co-Requisites:PS 110