Radiography I & Lab

Overview

Subject area

XRA

Catalog Number

110

Course Title

Radiography I & Lab

Department(s)

Description

All students will analyze detailed information and case studies on the standard/basic radiographic projections of the body and perform them in the on-site energized laboratory.The students will identify, compare, and summarize the positioning terminology, radiographic principles, clinical indications, technical factors, shielding, patient and part position, central ray, collimation, anatomic markers, respiration, and radiographic criteria for each projection covered.The students will also synthesize what they have learned by performing the radiographic procedures in the lab and applying their critical thinking skills to evaluate and correct the images produced using nationally established radiographic criteria for image analysis.

Typically Offered

Fall, Spring

Academic Career

Undergraduate

Liberal Arts

No

Credits

Minimum Units

2.5

Maximum Units

2.5

Academic Progress Units

3.5

Repeat For Credit

No

Components

Name

Laboratory

Hours

1.5

Name

Lecture

Hours

3

Requisites

011287

Course Schedule