Heartland Community College
Master Syllabus
Division name: HHS
COURSE PREFIX AND NUMBER: RAD 211
COURSE TITLE: Fundamentals of Radiologic Sciences III
DATE PREPARED: October 10, 2007
DATE REVISED: August 23, 2012
PCS/CIP/ID NO: 1.2-510907
IAI NO.
EFFECTIVE DATE OF FIRST CLASS: January 2013
CREDIT HOURS: 3
CONTACT HOURS: 3
LECTURE HOURS: 3
LABORATORY: 0
CATALOG DESCRIPTION (Include Prerequisites):
Prerequisites: Successful completion of BIOL 182, RAD 132, 133, and RAD 134 with a
grade of C or better, and concurrent enrollment or successful completion of ENGL 101, RAD
213, RAD 214, and RAD 215. This course includes an orientation to digital image
processing, digital image receptors, digital equipment, and artifacts. It also requires
familiarization with the distinction between optimal and suboptimal quality radiographic
images as well as methods of improvement. Quality Control is also mentioned as a way of
maintaining optimal quality images. Advanced modalities and emerging technologies are
briefly discussed.
TEXTBOOKS AND OTHER MATERIALS:
Required:
Carter, C. (2013). Digital Radiography and PACS (2nd ed.). St. Louis: Mosby.
Recommended:
Martensen, K. (2010). Radiographic image analysis (3rd ed.). St. Louis: Elsevier.
RELATIONSHIP TO ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS AND TRANSFER:
RAD 211 fulfills 3 semester hours of credit in the associate degree radiography programs. RAD
211 was designed to meet the specific needs of an Associate of Applied Science degree. Please
see an academic advisor for an explanation concerning transfer options.
COURSE OBJECTIVES (Learning Outcomes):
Outcomes
Gen. Ed.
Outcomes
1. Describe the process of histogram analysis as it
relates to automatic rescaling and determining an
exposure indicator.
2. Formulate a procedure or process to minimize
histogram analysis and rescaling errors.
Range of
Assessment Methods
-Homework
-Exams
3. Discuss the characteristics of digital image
receptors.
-Homework
-Exams
-Homework
-Exams
4. Discuss digital image processor function and
formation of the digital image in CR and DR.
-Homework
-Exams
5. Identify types of artifacts found on radiographic
images.
-Homework
-Class participation
-Exams
6. Critique the elements of thorough radiographic
image analysis.
PS 1
-Class participation
-Exams
-Oral/Written Presentation
7. Evaluate images in regard to being optimal and
provide effective solutions for correcting suboptimal
radiographs.
PS 2
-Class participation
-Exams
8. Describe components of a quality control program.
-Homework
-Exams
9. Describe the advanced modalities within Medical
Imaging.
-Exams
-Homework
COURSE/LAB OUTLINE:
Unit I
Introduction to Digital Radiography and PACS and Networking Basics
Unit II
Unit III
Unit IV
Unit V
Unit VI
Characteristics of Digital Radiography Systems
Digital Image Processing and Manipulation and Artifacts
Image Analysis/Critique
Quality Control
Advanced Modalities and Emerging Technologies
METHOD OF EVALUATION (Tests/Exams, Grading System):
Students must achieve a C grade or better for satisfactory completion of a radiography course
taken at Heartland Community College. The grading system will be as follows:
A
B
C
F
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93 - 100%
84 - 92%
75 - 83%
Below 75%
Course Grade consists of:
Examinations = 40-60%
Homework = 0-10%
Quizzes = 0-10%
Class participation = 0-10%
Oral/Written Presentation = 10-20%
Comprehensive final exam = 0-10%
REQUIRED WRITING AND READING:
Textbooks assignments and handout, which are to be read before class, oral/written presentation
of selected topic, and completion of competencies. Students can expect to read 20-50 pages per
week.
All papers must be legible. Typed papers are the preferred method. The papers must be doublespaced and adhere to APA format. All citations must appear in the reference list. References
should be cited completely and be pertinent to the topic.