Radiologic Physics
Overview
Subject area
XRA
Catalog Number
112
Course Title
Radiologic Physics
Department(s)
Description
All students will be introduced to the principles of radiation, fundamentals of applied mathematics, radiologic units of measurement, and a brief history on the discovery of x-rays. Students will demonstrate an understanding of the basic components of the atom and will be able to identify the structure of matter. Principles of electromagnetic radiation, particulate radiation, electricity and magnetism will be differentiated. Upon conclusion of the course, students will illustrate knowledge of the basic circuits, generators, motors, transformers, timers and rectifiers. Components of the x-ray tube and the production and emission of x-radiation will be examined. Basic radiation safety and exposure practices will be introduced and students will be able to examine the five interactions of radiation with matter.
Typically Offered
Fall, Spring
Academic Career
Undergraduate
Liberal Arts
No
Credits
Minimum Units
2
Maximum Units
2
Academic Progress Units
3
Repeat For Credit
No
Components
Name
Lecture
Hours
3
Requisites
011222