Courses
RAD 211 RADIOGRAPHY LAB IV 1.0 Credit(s)
This lab course introduces students to the application of radiographic positioning and technical factors associated with fluoroscopic procedures such as gastrointestinal, hepatobiliary, and genitourinary systems. Contrast media applications and venipuncture skills are also introduced. Special imaging considerations in trauma, surgical, pediatric, and geriatric radiographic procedures are also included Also included are quality control evaluation of radiographic and fluoroscopic imaging systems, implementation procedures, equipment selection criteria, and processing quality control. Students will synthesize the theoretical knowledge acquired in lecture through collaborative hands-on activities in the energized laboratory. Simulate radiographic/fluoroscopic procedures on a person or phantom in a laboratory setting. Demonstrate laboratory competency over associated procedures of the lecture course. Special imaging considerations in trauma, surgical, pediatric, and geriatric radiographic procedures are also included. Demonstrate venipuncture skills. Demonstrate the skills involved in setting technical factors on the control panel of the x-ray machine and in manipulating the accessory equipment. Requisites: Successful completion of RAD-102, RAD-110, RAD-111, RAD-115, RAD-120, RAD-121, RAD-122, RAD-125, RAD-201, RAD-202, RAD-205. RAD-210, RAD-212, RAD-215 - Must be taken at the same time as this course. Prerequisite: TAKE RAD-102 RAD-110 RAD-111 RAD-115 RAD-120 RAD-121ýRAD-122 RAD-125 RAD-201 RAD-202 RAD-205;
Offered: Fall Semester All Years
RAD 212 RADIOGRAPHIC IMAGE PORDUCTION & EVAL 2.0 Credit(s)
This course provides students with the technical variables associated with radiographic and fluoroscopic image quality. It includes equipment considerations, prime exposure factors, image receptors, and ancillary imaging devices. Also included are quality control evaluation of radiographic and fluoroscopic imaging systems, implementation procedures, equipment selection criteria, and processing quality control. Students will synthesize the theoretical knowledge acquired in lecture through collaborative hands-on activities in the energized laboratory. Describe digital radiography and the types of x-ray digital detectors. Examine the physical and technological principles of computed radiography. Compare and contrast the latent image formation process for indirect capture digital radiography and direct capture digital radiography. Discuss the selection of technical factors for density, contrast, and penetration. Explain the grid selection process. Discuss the importance of preprocessing collimation and unethical postexposure electronic collimation. Compare exposure indicators for the major computed radiography manufacturers and vendors. Describe the differences between quality control (QC) and quality assurance activities. Requisites: Successful completion of RAD-102, RAD-110, RAD-111, RAD-115, RAD-120, RAD-121, RAD-122, RAD-125, RAD-201, RAD-202, RAD-205. RAD-210, RAD-211, RAD-215 - Must be taken at the same time as this course. Prerequisite: TAKE RAD-102 RAD-110 RAD-111 RAD-115 RAD-120 RAD-121 RAD-122ýRAD-125 RAD-201 RAD-202 RAD-205
Offered: Fall Semester All Years
RAD 210 ADVANCED IMAGING PROCEDURES 3.0 Credit(s)
The course provides instruction in radiographic procedures, positioning and technical factors associated with fluoroscopic procedures such as contrast media applications, gastrointestinal, hepatobiliary, and genitourinary systems as well as special/advanced procedures, including angiography and interventional radiology. Special imaging considerations in trauma, surgical, pediatric, and geriatric radiographic procedures are also included. Students will demonstrate radiographic positioning and safe patient practices through peer simulation in an energized laboratory and demonstrate mastery level skills associated with image analysis and critical thinking. Define standard positioning terms and discuss general procedural considerations for the associated radiographic examinations. Explain radiographic procedures to patients and recite the patient preparation, equipment, and supplies necessary to complete radiographic examinations. Differentiate anatomy of associated procedures on radiographic images. Critique radiographic images to determine diagnostic quality. Requisites: Successful completion of RAD-102, RAD-110, RAD-111, RAD-115, RAD-120, RAD-121, RAD-122, RAD-125, RAD-201, RAD-202, RAD-205. RAD-211, RAD-212, RAD-215 - Must be taken at the same time as this course. Prerequisite: TAKE RAD-102 RAD-110 RAD-111 RAD-115 RAD-120 RAD-121 RAD-122ýRAD-125 RAD-201 RAD-202 RAD-205
Offered: Fall Semester All Years
RAD 215 RADIOGRAPHY CLINICAL EDUCATION IV 3.0 Credit(s)
This clinical experience is designed to allow the student sequential development of anatomy, positioning and radiographic identification in the performance of the radiographic imaging procedures covered in both Radiographic Procedures & Positioning II. The students will adhere to the following clinical progression: 1) observational experiences, 2) assist the technologist in examinations, practicing anatomy, positioning, and radiographic identification of the radiographic exams covered in Radiographic Procedures & Positioning II, 3) perform a demonstration of proficiency in covered radiographic examinations, and 4) complete a competency assessment of the exams covered in radiographic examinations. Students will be given performance benchmarks as they develop confidence and competence in the performance of selected radiographic exams Demonstrate ability to function within a healthcare environment while developing interpersonal relationships with healthcare providers. Provide quality patient care. Demonstrate ability to apply radiographic positioning skills using appropriate exposure factors for procedures taught in lecture. Practice radiation safety principles consistent with ALARA. Model professional and ethical behavior consistent with ARRT Code of Ethics. Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Requisites: Successful completion of RAD-102, RAD-110, RAD-111, RAD-115, RAD-120, RAD-121, RAD-122, RAD-125, RAD-201, RAD-202, RAD-205. RAD-210, RAD-211, RAD-212 - Must be taken at the same time as this course. Prerequisite: TAKE RAD-102 RAD-110 RAD-111 RAD-115 RAD-120 RAD-121 RAD-122ýRAD-125 RAD-201 RAD-205;
Offered: Fall Semester All Years
RAD 202 RADIOGRAPHY LAB III 1.0 Credit(s)
This lab course introduces students to the application of radiographic positioning and technical factors associated with the bony thorax, skull, sinuses, and facial bones. Students will demonstrate radiographic positioning and safe patient practices through peer simulation in an energized laboratory. Simulate radiographic procedures on a person or phantom in a laboratory setting. Demonstrate laboratory competency over associated procedures of the lecture course. Demonstrate the skills involved in setting technical factors on the control panel of the x-ray machine and in manipulating the accessory equipment. Requisites: Successful completion of RAD-102, RAD-110, RAD-111, RAD-115, RAD-120, RAD-121, RAD-122, RAD-125. RAD-201 - Must be taken at the same time as this course. Prerequisite: TAKE RAD-102 RAD-110 RAD-111 RAD-115 RAD-120 RAD-121ýRAD-122 RAD-125
Offered: Summer 1 Semester All Years
RAD 225 RADIOGRAPHY CLINICAL EDUCATION V 3.0 Credit(s)
Students exhibit proficiency in exams learned in previous coursework. Students will adapt organizational skills, performance speed, teamwork, problem-solving skills, and accuracy increasingly to the level of an entry-level radiographer. Students are able to manage emergent situations and modify all communication, positioning and technical skills to the appropriate situation. Students may rotate through advanced imaging modalities as available. Demonstrate ability to function within a healthcare environment while developing interpersonal relationships with healthcare providers. Provide quality patient care. Demonstrate proficiency in all radiographic positioning skills using appropriate exposure factors for procedures taught in lecture. Practice radiation safety principles consistent with ALARA. Model professional and ethical behavior consistent with ARRT Code of Ethics. Prove critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Requisites: Successful completion of RAD-102, RAD-110, RAD-111, RAD-115, RAD-120, RAD-121, RAD-122, RAD-125, RAD-201, RAD-202, RAD-205, RAD-210, RAD-211, RAD-212, RAD-215. RAD-222, RAD-300, RAD-312 - Must be taken at the same time as this course. Prerequisite: TAKE RAD-102 RAD-110 RAD-111 RAD-115 RAD-120 RAD-121 RAD-122ýRAD-125 RAD-201 RAD-202 RAD-205 RAD-210 RAD-211 RAD-212ýRAD-215
Offered: Spring Semester All Years
RAD 205 RADIOGRAPHY CLINICAL EDUCATION III 2.0 Credit(s)
RAD 205: Radiography Clinical Education III Clinical instructors and evaluators will aid in the orientation to the students' assigned clinical sites. The students will adhere to the following clinical progression: 1) observational experiences, 2) assist the technologist in examinations, practicing anatomy, positioning, and radiographic identification of the radiographic exams covered in Radiographic Procedures & Positioning III, 3) perform a demonstration of proficiency in covered radiographic examinations, and 4) complete a competency assessment of the exams covered in radiographic examinations. Demonstrate ability to function within a healthcare environment while developing interpersonal relationships with healthcare providers. Provide quality patient care. Demonstrate ability to apply radiographic positioning skills using appropriate exposure factors for procedures taught in lecture. Practice radiation safety principles consistent with ALARA. Model professional and ethical behavior consistent with ARRT Code of Ethics. Practice critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Requisites: Successful completion of RAD-102, RAD-110, RAD-111, RAD-115, RAD-120, RAD-121, RAD-122, RAD-125, RAD-201, RAD-202 Prerequisite Course(s) Prerequisite Course(s) Prerequisite: TAKE RAD-102 RAD-110 RAD-111 RAD-115 RAD-120 RAD-121ýRAD-122 RAD-125 RAD-201 RAD-202
Offered: Summer 2 Semester All Years
RAD 222 RADIOBIOLOGY & RADIATION PROTECTION 2.0 Credit(s)
The course presents the fundamental radiobiologic principles associated with the manifestation of the biologic effects from radiation exposure. Students will examine these effects on the atomic, molecular, cellular, tissue, organ, and organismal level. In addition, students will study the principles relevant to: the basic radiation safety practices; the safety regulations put into effect by state and federal agencies; and the general design considerations relevant to diagnostic imaging facilities. Identify radiosensitive components of the cell and the influence of the physical, chemical and biologic factors on radiosensitivity. Define target theory and differentiate between direct and indirect effects of ionizing radiation. Identify somatic and genetic effects of radiation. Differentiate between linear, nonlinear, and threshold and non-threshold dose response curves. Compare deterministic and stochastic effects of radiation exposure. Defend the concept of as low as reasonably achievable (ALARA) and apply this concept to legal and ethical radiation protection responsibilities of radiation workers Explain techniques used to reduce unnecessary dose to the patient. Explain the theory, operation, applications and limitations of radiation detection devices including methods used for personnel monitoring. Requisites: Successful completion of RAD-102, RAD-110, RAD-111, RAD-115, RAD-120, RAD-121, RAD-122, RAD-125, RAD-201, RAD-202, RAD-205, RAD-210, RAD-211, RAD-212, RAD-215. RAD-225, RAD-300, RAD-312 - Must be taken at the same time as this course. Prerequisite: TAKE RAD-102 RAD-110 RAD-111 RAD-115 RAD-120 RAD-121 RAD-122ýRAD-125 RAD-201 RAD-202 RAD-205 RAD-210 RAD-211 RAD-212 ýRAD-215
Offered: Spring Semester All Years
RAD 201 RADIOGRAPHIC POSITIONING/PROCEDURES III 2.0 Credit(s)
The course provides instruction in radiographic procedures, positioning and technical factors associated with more radiographic exams of the bony thorax, skull, sinuses, and facial bones. Students will demonstrate radiographic positioning and safe patient practices through peer simulation in an energized laboratory. Demonstrate the positions for the radiographic examination of the skull, sinuses, and facial bones. Differentiate anatomy of the skull, sinuses, and facial bones on radiographic images. Critique radiographic images of the skull, sinuses, and facial bones. Requisites: Successful completion of RAD-102, RAD-110, RAD-111, RAD-115, RAD-120, RAD-121, RAD-122, RAD-125. RAD-202 - Must be taken at the same time as this course. Prerequisite: TAKE RAD-102 RAD-110 RAD-111 RAD-115 RAD-120 RAD-121ýRAD-122 RAD-125
Offered: Summer 1 Semester All Years
CAS 213 PIONEER SCHOLARS WILD IRISH SPIRITS 1.0-3.0 Credit(s)
This course designed for the Pioneer Scholars program examines the liberal arts, Irish drama and complex spiritualities through experimental and site-specific performance. Do we still believe that land and spirit can be wild with us? We will explore how stories, improvisation, history, and ritual can teach us, in the words of the Irish ecological mystic John Moriarty, to "walk beautifully on the earth." Ritual and performance-from a celebration of the Catholic Mass to walking a graveyard to a night at the pub after seeing a good play-can "re-wild" our own spirits in relationship to the natural world and each other. This unique course introduces the theory and practice of site-specific and embodied liberal arts study, ritual, and theatre by taking place amid the drama of waves, mountains, people, and stories of a journey to Ireland and back.
Offered: Late Spring Semester All Years
AR 204 ART OF THE RENAISSANCE 3.0 Credit(s)
Critical examination of European visual art from the 14th through 16th centuries, with emphasis on the artists, architects, writers, patrons, social institutions and religious structures that shaped the Renaissance. Students study both the Italian and Northern Renaissance, including the exchange of ideas, styles and techniques across Europe. Major figures may include Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Botticelli, Raphael, Bellini, Titian, Dürer, Van der Weyden, Van Eyck and the Medici. The course traces the foundations of Renaissance art through the Reformation and Counter-Reformation.
Offered: Spring Semester All Years
SP 356 LOVE & POWER IN SPANISH LITERATURE 3.0 Credit(s)
The study of literature from Spain, from various time periods and covering different genres, exploring the intersection of love and power. Prerequisite: SP 201 and SP 202
Offered: As Needed Contact Department
PS 335 HUMAN & ANIMAL LEARNING 3.0 Credit(s)
Explores theories of learning from their historical origin to the present and focuses on how these theories can be applied to the real world. Students will gain insight into the factors that influence their own behavior, as well as the behavior of others. Prerequisite: PS 110
Offered: All Semesters All Years
PH 360 EVOLUTION, PHILOSOPHY & CHRISTIANITY 3.0 Credit(s)
To gain an understanding of evolutionary biology and the philosophical difficulties it creates for Christianity and our understanding of human nature. Prerequisite: Take a 3 credit Philosophy course
Offered: As Needed Contact Department
HS 302 HEALTH CARE ADMININSTRATION & PRACTICE 3.0 Credit(s)
This course will examine selected administration practices to prepare students for management roles including budget and finance, supervision and management of personnel, unions, strategic planning, departmental organization, goals, and plans of operation. Individual leadership styles and other assessment tools along with case studies of common challenges in healthcare environments will be presented. Considerations of differences between for-profit and not-for-profit organizations will be discussed.
Offered: Fall Semester All Years