RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY 112A
Course Description:
Fundamentals of electrical and radiation physics. Emphasis on
principles underlying optics, electromagnetic and other types of ionizing radiation.
Lecture:
3 hours
Lab:
3 hours
Prerequisites:
Radtc 100, Radtc 101, MA 115
Corequisites:
Radtc 102, Radtc 103A, Radtc 110, and Radtc 117A
Course Objectives:
1.
Develop and demonstrate a fundamental understanding of basic mathematical functions
and calculations that involve arithmetic, algebra, semi logarithmic graphing, and units of
measurements.
2.
Develop a fundamental understanding of basic Radiologic Physics and its use and
function in diagnostic Radiology.
3.
Apply physical rules and laws in general physics, in the production of the x-ray beam, xray tubes and the x-ray generators.
4.
Apply rules and laws in the circuitry of x-ray equipment.
5.
Identify the principles of thermionic emission.
6.
Discriminate between single phase and three phase generators and their characteristics.
7.
Develop a fundamental understanding of basic radiation protection; including the
principles and practices and the detection and measurement or radiation exposure.
8.
Understand and apply the principles and laws of x-ray interaction and x-ray production.
9.
Explain the relationship between milliamperage, exposure time, kilovotage, distance and
x-ray emission.
10.
Calculate the x-ray emission value changes when the mA, kVp, distance or duration of
the exposure is changed.
Content: Topics, Scope and Sequence:
Unit 1:
Creating the Beam
I.
Basic Mathematics
Arithmetic
Algebra
Units of Measurement
II.
Radiation Concepts
Matter and Energy
Atomic Theory
Types of Energy
Electromagnetic Spectrum
III.
Electricity
Electrostatics
Electrodynamics
Series and Parallel Circuits
IV.
Electromagnetism
Magnetism
Controlling Electrical Current
Rectification
V.
X-ray Equipment
Types of x-ray equipment
Power for the x-ray Generation
Basic x-ray Circuit
Generators
VI.
The X-ray Tube
The Cathode Assembly
The Anode Assembly
The Tube Glass Envelope
The Protective Tube Housing
Off-Focus Radiation and Influencing Factors
X-ray Tube Rating Charts and Cooling Curves
Extending the Life of the Tube
VII.
X-ray Production
Conditions for Production
Target Interaction
Emission Spectrum – Review
Unit 2:
Protection of Patients and Personnel
VIII.
Radiation Protection Concepts and Equipment
The Basics of Radiation Protection Principles and Practice
Quantities and Units Relevant to Radiation Protection
Detection and Measurement of Ionizing Radiation
Tools and Devices Used to Detect and Measure Levels of Radiation
IX.
Radiation Protection Procedures for the Patient and Personnel
Regulating Agencies and Advisory Groups
Minimizing Exposure to Ionizing Radiation
Protection of Personnel and the Patient
Radiation Exposure and the Pregnancy Issue
X.
X-ray Interaction
X-ray Interaction with Matter
Photoelectric Absorption
Scattering – Coherent and Compton
Pair-Production
Photodisintegration
The Influences of Technical Factor Selection
XI.
X-ray Prime Factors
The Prime Factors and X-ray Emission
Milliamperage – Time
Kilovoltage
Distance
Inverse Square Law – Purpose and Use
Assignments:
Reading Assignments
Homework Assignments
Laboratory Assignments
Methods of Evaluation:
1.
This is a degree-applicable course but substantial writing assignments are NOT
appropriate because this course, primarily, involves skills demonstrations or problemsolving tasks.
2.
Computational or non-computational problem solving demonstrations include laboratory
applications and objective examinations.
3.
Skills demonstrations include both performance examination and evaluation and clinical
evaluation and assessment.
4.
Objective examinations include: multiple choice, true/false, matching items, completion
and limited essay type questions.
Grading System:
Grading is on a total point system. Points are then transferred to a percentage. Percentages are
as follows:
A = 92 – 100%
B = 83 – 91%
C = 75 – 82%
D = 66 – 74%
F = 65% and below
Assignments = 10 – 35 points each
Late Assignments = ½ value of possible points
Test/Exams:
Mid-term/Final = 100 points each
Unit Exams = 40 – 60 points each
Quizzes = 15 – 30 points each
Make-up tests will have an automatic 10% deduction in points
Textbooks:
1.
Principles of Radiographic Imaging by Richard R. Carlton, Arlene M. Adler Delmar
Publishers, 2006 4th edition.
2.
Principles of Radiographic Imaging Laboratory Manual/Workbook by William Finney,
Richard Carlton, and Arlene Adler Delmar Publishers, 2006 4th edition.
Tests, Quizzes, Assignments:
Tests will be announced ahead of time. If a test is missed, it must be made up. Make-up times
will be arranged with the instructor at the instructor’s convenience. There will be an automatic
10% deduction in the test score.
Quizzes will be given without warning and cannot be made up.
Assignments will be given with a due date and/or time. If the assignment is turned in one period
late, 10 points will be deducted automatically from the score. Assignments turned in later than
one class period will receive a zero. If the assignments are not turned in at all, the student will
not pass the course. Assignments are considered late if not turned in at the beginning of the
class period.
Attendance:
If you are going to be late or absent for any reason, you must contact the Radiologic Technology
office and leave a message on the voice mail. The telephone number is (626) 585 – 7469. You
are encouraged to contact the instructor directly at (626) 585 -7469 in case of absence or
tardiness.
Actions relative to absences will follow the school policy.
A student may be dropped by the instructor when the total number of hours of continuous or
cumulative absence, regardless of cause, is equal to the number of hours in the class is scheduled
to meet in a two-week period (see college catalog).
Tardiness and absences will have a five (5) point deduction each on the final grade. Three
occasions of tardiness will be equal to an absence.
Division:
Health Sciences
Program:
Radiologic Technology
Course:
Radiologic Technology 112A – Radiation Physics
Instructor:
Professor Leavon Spires, MA, BS, RT, (R), (T), CRT
Conference Hours: Monday – 8:30am—10:30am and 1:00pm—1:30pm
Tuesday – Clinical Site
Wednesday – 8:00am---10:00am and 2:30pm—3:00pm
Thursday – 9:30am—10:00am
Friday – None
Or By Appointment
RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY 112A
COURSE OUTLINE
LECTURE
THURSDAY 7:00AM---9: 15AM
LABORATORY
THURSDAY 10:20AM---1: 40PM
WEEK
1
LEC
LAB
2
LEC
LAB
3
LEC
ASSIGNMENTS
Introduction to Radiation Physics
Unit 1 Creating the Beam
Basic Mathematics
Radiation Concepts
Text---Carlton, Richard
Adler, Arlene
Chapters 1&2
Pages 1-18, 20-37
Chapter 3
Pages 38-56
Introduction
Handouts
Workbook---Worksheet 1-1
Radiation Concepts (Con.
Chapter 3----Electricity
Text---Handouts
Workbook----W/S 2-1, 1-2
Film Presentation
Catch-up
Chapter 4
Pages 57-86
LAB
4
LEC
LAB
Handouts
Electricity ---Con.
Electromagnetism
Workbook---W/S 4-1, Handout
WEEK
5
LEC
LAB
6
LEC
LAB
7
LEC
LAB
8
LEC
LAB
9
LEC
LAB
ASSIGNMENTS
Catch-up
Unit Exam
Chapters 5 & 6
Pages 87-104 &
Pages 105-125
Workbook—W/S 4-3, 4-2
Review Exam
X-Ray Equipment
The X-Ray Tube
Text
Chapter 7
Pages 126--134
Workbook---W/S 4-4
Slide Series
The X-Ray Tube (Con.)
Text--- Handouts
Study Guide for Mid-Term Exam
Workbook----W/S 6-1
Catch-up
X-Ray Production
Mid-Term Exam
Workbook---W/S 6-2
Unit II Protecting the Patient
and Personnel
Radiation Protection Concepts &
Equipment
Radiation Protection Procedures
Patients and Personnel
Text--Handouts
Review Mid-Term Exam
Workbook---W/S 7-1
Chapters 8 & 9
Pages 136--148 &
149-163
WEEK
10
LEC
LAB
ASSIGNMENTS
Catch-up
X-Ray Interactions
Text--- Handouts
Workbook---W/S---12-1
Slide Series
11
LEC
Catch-up
LAB
Workbook--- W/S 11-2/Handouts
12
LEC
Chapters 11 and 12
Pages 172-183 & 184-197
Catch-up
Prime Factors
Chapter 15
Pages 227-236
Unit Exam
LAB
13
LEC
LAB
Workbook---W/S 11-1
HOLIDAY
CAMPUS CLOSED
HOLIDAY
14
LEC
LAB
Unit III Creating the Image
Beam Restriction
Review Exam
The Patient as the Beam Emitter
Workbook----W/S—15-1, Handouts
Chapter 16
Pages 238-242
WEEK
15
LEC
LAB
ASSIGNMENTS
The Patient as the Beam Emitter (Con.)
Text---Handouts
Catch-up
Summary---Study Guide for Final Exam
Handouts
FINAL EXAM------December 13, 2007
08/07