Course Description

RAD 122 RADIOGRAPHIC PHYSICS & INSTRUMENTATION   2.0 Credit(s)
RAD 122: Radiographic Physics & Instrumentation This course provides students with the principles of x-ray production with emphasis on electromagnetic and particulate radiation. Additionally, the course incorporates the principles of magnetism, electricity, rectification, circuitry, and components of the x-ray imaging system. It includes equipment considerations, prime exposure factors, image receptors, and ancillary imaging devices. Introduction to basic imaging formulas, generators, grids and AEC. Analyze the fundamental principles of physics as they relate to the radiologic sciences. Describe the electromagnetic spectrum and the x-ray emission spectra. Differentiate between ionizing and nonionizing radiation. Explain the relationship of energy, wavelength and frequency. Identify the properties of x-rays and principles of x-ray production. Describe the various interactions that occur when x-ray passes through matter. Identify the components of the x-ray imaging system and their functions. Compare and contrast generators in terms of radiation production and efficiency. Use basic imaging formulas as it pertains to technique manipulation. Requisites: Successful completion of RAD-102, RAD-110, RAD-111, RAD-115 RAD-120, RAD-121, RAD-125 - Must be taken at the same time as this course. Prerequisite: TAKE RAD-102 RAD-110 RAD-111 RAD-115
Offered: Spring Semester All Years