RADT 122: Principles of Exposure II

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Class Program

Radiologic Technology

Credits

Clinical Hours None

Weekly Contact Hours

Course ID

089334

Meets Degree Requirements For

Restricted Elective

Description

A continuation of RADT 121 and analysis of digital imaging principles, PACS, image critique methods, brightness, contrast, spatial resolution and distortion. An introduction to quality assurance, quality control and maintenance issues related to the equipment. Image evaluation and laboratory exercises reinforce theoretical principles.

Grading Basis

Graded

Prerequisites

RADT 111 and RADT 121

Course Learning Outcomes

Apply radiation safety consideration for the patient and radiographer.

Discuss the properties that comprise the appearance of brightness and contrast of the digital image.

Identify the factors that impact spatial resolution.

Evaluate the properties that affect distortion within the structural anatomy on the radiographic image.

Analyze relationships of exposure factors and their effects on exposure calculations.

Describe and apply an effective image critique method.

Core Topics

Digital imaging principles and equipment, radiation safety, radiographic density / brightness, contrast, detail and distortion, concepts related to technique selection, image critique, quality control concepts and testing.