March 2011
VET 2223, Veterinary Technology Radiology
Course Philosophy and Instructor Requirements
Philosophy: This course is designed to prepare students for various aspects of veterinary radiology.
Instructor Objectives: The instructor's teaching techniques should ensure that the students are able to:
o Define radiological terms
o Explain the development of radiographs
o Describe radiographic images
o Explain radiation control
o Practice necessary safety measures
o Apply appropriate restraint measures for radiographic procedures
o Demonstrate proper positioning for radiographic examinations
o Recognize and correct poor radiographic technique
o Demonstrate a working knowledge radiographic equipment
o Demonstrate how to expose x-ray film
o Demonstrate how to develop an exposed x-ray film
o Demonstrate proper care/maintenance of all radiographic equipment
Course Teaching Requirements: The following should be followed by all instructors teaching this course (online and in the
traditional setting):
 All chapters in the textbook need to be completed by the end of the semester
 Radiation control and safety measures must be completed and tested on prior to working in the radiology suite
 This class must include all the associated tasks from the AVMA skills list
Assessment Responsibilities:
 Students will successfully complete the required AVMA skills
 Program passing rate on the Nation Board Exam will be 75% or greater
Business and Agriculture Division Contact Information:
Division Chair: Robert Mitchum, 501-882-8847, rlmitchum@asub.edu
Lead Instructor: Jessica Kutsch, 501-882-4574, jakutsch@asub.edu
Online Course Monitor: Wendell Dillard, 501-882-8914, wldillard@asub.edu