Campus Location:
Georgetown, Wilmington
Effective Date: 2014-51
Course Number and Title:
RAD 140 – Principles of Radiographic Imaging I
Prerequisite:
RAD 105
Course Credits and Hours:
3 Credit hours
3 Lecture hours/week
0 Lab hours/week
Course Description:
This course provides the student with an overview of radiographic
principles that include radiographic physics, x-ray production,
interactions with matter, and scatter radiation control relative to basic
imaging.
Required Text(s):
Obtain current text book information at https://www.dtcc.edu/studentresources/bookstores or www.dtcc.edu/allschedules or by visiting the
bookstore. You will need to know the course number and section.
Additional Materials:
Radiologic Technology Student Handbook
Separate instructor handouts and assignments
Method of Instruction:
Face-to-Face
Disclaimer:
In order to achieve the maximum benefit from this course of instruction,
the student is responsible for attending scheduled classes, completing all
readings and instructor assignments, and actively participating in class
discussion and activities.
The instructor will announce the schedule for written tests.
Core Course Performance Objectives:
1. Analyze the fundamental principles of physics as they relate to the radiologic sciences.
(CCC 1, 2, 6, 7; PGC 1, 4)
2. Analyze the production of x-ray for diagnostic purposes. (CCC 1, 2, 6, 7; PGC 1, 4)
3. Describe the various interactions that occur when x-ray passes through matter. (CCC 1, 2,
7; PGC 1, 4)
4. Analyze filtration, beam restriction, and grid use requirements in radiographic imaging.
(CCC 1, 2, 4, 7; PGC 1, 4)
See Core Curriculum Competencies (CCC) and Program Graduate Competencies (PGC) at the
end of the syllabus. Course objectives are coded to the competency(cies) they develop.
Measurable Performance Objectives:
Upon completion of this course, the student will:
1. Analyze the fundamental principles of physics as they relate to the radiologic sciences.
1.1
State the fundamental and derived units of the English and Metric systems.
1.2
Define and describe the general principles that relate to matter and energy.
1.3
Describe Bohr’s theory of atomic structure.
1.4
Discuss the characteristics and function of a proton, neutron and electron.
1.5
Define the terms relating to atomic nomenclature.
1.6
Compare covalent bonding to ionic bonding.
1.7
Explain the process of ionization.
1.8
Define elements and describe their characteristics using the periodic table.
1.9
Describe the nature of the electromagnet spectrum.
1.10 Define and describe wavelength and frequency.
1.11 Explain the relation of energy and frequency.
2.
Analyze the production of x-ray for diagnostic purposes.
2.1
State the principles of x-ray production.
2.2
Compare the production of Bremsstrahlung with the production of Characteristic
radiation.
2.3
Describe the conditions necessary to produce x-radiation.
2.4
Describe the structure and function of an x-ray tube.
2.5
List the four prime factors milliamperage (mA), exposure time, kilovoltage
potential (kVp) and source-to-image distance (SID) of technique and describe their
effect on the x-ray beam and on the radiographic image.
3.
Describe the various interactions that occur when x-ray passes through matter.
3.1
Discuss the five basic ways that x-rays interact with matter and their importance in
diagnostic radiology.
3.2
Describe differential absorption.
3.3
List factors which determine absorption or attenuation of x-rays.
3.4
Define and describe secondary and scatter radiation.
3.5
Describe the effects of kVp on x-ray attenuation and interactions with matter.
4.
Analyze filtration, beam restriction and grid use requirements in radiographic imaging.
4.1
Define beam filtration.
4.2
Explain purpose of beam filtration in terms of patient dosage, scattered radiation
production, radiographic density and contrast.
4.3
List the types of beam limiting devices and describe the operation and applications
for each.
4.4
Explain purposes of beam limiting devices in terms of patient dosage, scattered
radiation production, radiographic density and contrast.
4.5
Define scattered/secondary radiation.
4.6
Describe interactions of x-rays with matter which produce scattered/secondary
radiation.
4.7
Analyze relationships of factors affecting scattered/secondary radiation.
4.8
Discuss effects of scattered/secondary radiation in terms of patient dosage, image
quality and occupational exposure.
4.9
Describe a grid in terms of its purpose, components and construction.
4.10 Differentiate among types of grids.
4.11 Analyze grid efficiency in terms of grid ratio and frequency.
4.12 Select an appropriate grid, given technical information.
4.13 Define and describe factors influencing grid cut off.
Evaluation Criteria/Policies:
Students will demonstrate proficiency on all Core Course Performance Objectives at least to the 75
percent level to successfully complete the course. The grade will be determined using the College
Grading System:
92 – 100 =
83 – 91 =
75 – 82 =
0 – 74 =
A
B
C
F
Students should refer to the Student Handbook for information on Academic Standing Policy,
Academic Honesty Policy, Student Rights and Responsibilities, and other policies relevant to their
academic progress.
Core Curriculum Competencies: (The competencies every graduate will develop)
1.
Communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.
2.
Demonstrate effective problem solving and reasoning skills.
3.
Work effectively in groups of people from diverse backgrounds.
4.
Demonstrate ethical and professional understanding and conduct.
5.
Apply appropriate information literacy skills to locate, evaluate and use information
effectively.
6.
Use computer technology appropriate to the field.
7.
Use scientific and mathematical reasoning appropriate to the technology.
Program Graduate Competencies: (The competencies every graduate will develop specific to
his/her major.)
1.
Demonstrate clinical competence by performing a full range of radiologic procedures on all
patient populations.
2.
Professionally utilize verbal, nonverbal and written communication in patient care
intervention and professional relationships.
3.
Demonstrate professional growth and development by practicing the profession’s code of
ethics and comply with the profession’s scope of practice.
4.
Demonstrate critical thinking and problem solving skills in the performance of radiographic
procedures.