Del Mar College 2012-2013 Catalog

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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS RADR 1311. BASIC RADIOGRAPHIC PROCEDURES (2-4-3) 51.0911

Introduction to radiographic positioning terminology, the proper manipulation of equipment, positioning and alignment of the anatomical structure and equipment, and evaluation of images for proper demonstration of basic anatomy. Prerequisites: Written acceptance into the Radiologic Technology Program from the Department Chairperson. Assessment Levels: R3, E3, M3.

RADR 1313. PRINCIPLES OF RADIOGRAPHIC IMAGING I (3-1-3) 51.0911

Radiographic image quality and the effects of exposure variables. Prerequisites: RADR 1311, 2309. Assessment Levels: R3, E3, M3.

RADR 2167. PRACTICUM (OR FIELD EXPERIENCE) – RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY/SCIENCE - RADIOGRAPHER (0-7-1) 51.0911

Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student. Assessment Levels: R3, E3, M3.

RADR 2217. RADIOLOGIC PATHOLOGY (2-1-2) 51.0911

Disease processes and their appearances on radiographic images. Prerequisites: RADR 1261. 12-week summer session. Assessment Levels: R3, E3, M3.

RADR 2240. SECTIONAL ANATOMY FOR MEDICAL IMAGING (2-0-2) 51.0911

Anatomic relationships present under various sectional orientations. Assessment Levels: R3, E3, M3.

RADR 2260. CLINICAL RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY/SCIENCERADIOGRAPHER (0-12-2) 51.0911

Health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. Prerequisite: RADR 1311. Assessment Levels: R3, E3, M3.

RADR 2301. INTERMEDIATE RADIOGRAPHIC PROCEDURES (2-4-3) 51.0911

Continuation of the study of the proper manipulation of radiographic equipment, positioning and alignment of the anatomical structure and equipment, and evaluation of images for proper demonstration of anatomy. Prerequisite: RADR 1309. Assessment Levels: R3, E3, M3.

RADR 2305. PRINCIPLES OF RADIOLOGIC IMAGING II (3-0-3) 51.0911

Continuation of Radiographic image quality and the effects of exposure variables, and the synthesis of all variables in image production. Prerequisite: RADR 1313. Assessment Levels: R3, E3, M3.

RADR 2309. RADIOGRAPHIC IMAGING EQUIPMENT (3-1-3) 51.0911

Equipment and physics of x-ray production. Includes basic X-ray circuits. Also examines the relationship of conventional and digital equipment components to the imaging process. Prerequisite: RADR 1309. Assessment Levels: R3, E3, M3.

RADR 2313. RADIATION BIOLOGY AND PROTECTION (3-1-3) 51.0911

Effects of radiation exposure on biological systems. Includes typical medical exposure levels, methods for measuring and monitoring radiation, and methods for protecting personnel and patients from excessive exposure. Prerequisites: RADR 2362. Assessment Levels: R3, E3, M3.

RADR 2333. ADVANCED MEDICAL IMAGING (2-2-3) 51.0911

Specialized imaging modalities. Includes concepts and theories of equipment operations and their integration for medical diagnosis. Prerequisite: RADR 2431. Assessment Levels: R3, E3, M3.

RADR 2335. RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY SEMINAR (CAPSTONE) (3-03) 51.0911

Capstone course focusing on the synthesis of professional knowledge, skills and attitudes in preparation for professional employment and lifelong learning. Prerequisite: RADR 2361. Assessment Levels: R3, E3, M3.

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