COURSE OUTLINE
RADT 1103: INTRODUCTION TO RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course introduces the field of Radiologic Technology, department and hospital organization,
professional ethics, medicolegal considerations, patient care, and basic radiation protection,
radiographic equipment and procedures.
TEXTS
Gurley, Laverne T., and Callaway, William J. Introduction to Radiologic Technology and Mosby’s OnLine Access Code, 8th Ed., Elsevier Publishing Co., 2011.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
Responsibilities of a Radiographer
Overview of Medical Diagnostic Imaging
Operation of a Diagnostic Imaging Department
Professional Organizations and Career Advancement
X-Rays and The X-Ray Tube
Image Formation and Evaluation
TEACHING METHODOLOGIES
Lecture
Class Discussion
Guest Speakers
Audio-Visual Presentations
METHODS OF EVALUATION
Short Answer Pop Quizzes……..10%
Written Assignments……………. 10%
Multiple Choice Lecture Tests…. 60%
Multiple Choice Final Exam……..20%
TARDIES AND ABSENCES
After two (2) tardies, one point will be subtracted from the final grade for each tardy that follows.
After the fourth (4th) absence from class, the student will be dropped from the course unless prior
arrangements have been made with the instructor.
All make-up work and tests are due the day the student returns to class. Ten points will be subtracted
each class day the make-up work is late.
STUDENT LEARNING GUIDE
RADT 1103 INTRODUCTION TO RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY
UNIT 1
COURSE OBJECTIVE
Responsibilities of a Radiographer
PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES
The student will be able to perform the following with a pass rate of 75% or above:
1.
Explain the importance of having a thorough understanding of the aspects of radiologic
technology.
2.
Set goals and plan for a life style that has meaning, serenity and a sense of wholeness.
3.
Describe psychological needs and determine how to maintain a healthy social interaction with
others.
4.
Describe the process of learning to make wise judgments.
5.
Define attention and describe methods to improve concentration for more effective learning.
6.
Describe the significant developments in medicine from prehistoric to current times.
7.
Discuss the discovery of x-rays and the events leading to the development of modern imaging
modalities.
RESOURCES
Introduction to Radiologic Technology:
Chapter 1 Introduction to Quality Customer Service
Chapter 2 Becoming a Better Student
Chapter 3 Memorization – A Key to Learning
Chapter 4 Critical Thinking Skills
Chapter 5 History of Medicine
Chapter 6 Radiology: A Historical Perspective
INSTRUCTION
Lecture
Class Discussion
Guest Speakers
UNIT ASSIGNMENT
Class Handouts
Chapter Reading
TEST
Multiple Choice Test of Knowledge
STUDENT LEARNING GUIDE
RADT 1103 INTRODUCTION TO RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY
UNIT 2
COURSE OBJECTIVE
Overview of Medical Diagnostic Imaging
PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES
The student will be able to perform the following with a pass rate of 75% or above:
1.
Identify student responsibilities for patient-technologist interaction and optimum patient care.
2.
List and define terms and phrases in general usage in radiography.
3.
Identify and describe the function of diagnostic imaging equipment.
4.
Describe what is included in routine and special procedures radiography.
5.
Discuss the technologist's role in image production and evaluation.
6.
Identify the stages of Kohlberg’s Theory of Moral Reasoning.
7.
Discuss personal obligations radiologic technologists have with their patients, their profession
and to society at large.
8.
Discuss the ethical dilemmas of genetic screening, counseling and the U.S. Genome Project.
9.
Demonstrate proper body mechanics and describe the technologists role in the aspect of patient
care.
RESOURCES
Introduction to Radiologic Technology:
Chapter 7 Radiography Education: From Class to Clinic
Chapter 8 Language of Medicine
Chapter 9 Imaging Equipment
Chapter 10 Rad. Exams-Diagnosing Disease and Injury
Chapter 11 Imaging: Life Cycle and Quality
Chapter 12 Ethics and Professionalism in Radiologic Technology
Chapter 13 Patient Care and Management
INSTRUCTION
Lecture
Class Discussion
Guest Speakers
UNIT ASSIGNMENT
Chapter Reading
TEST
Multiple Choice Test of Knowledge
STUDENT LEARNING GUIDE
RADT 1103 INTRODUCTION TO RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY
UNIT 3
COURSE OBJECTIVE
Operation of Diagnostic Imaging Department
PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES
The student will be able to perform the following with a pass rate of 75% or above:
1.
Discuss the steps a technologist may take to prevent a lawsuit against a health provider.
2.
Describe the organization of a hospital and radiology department.
3.
Identify steps to economize in a radiology department.
4.
Discuss DRG’s and Prospective Payment Systems.
5.
Explain the significance of a quality assurance program from the standpoint of patient care,
economics and staff development.
6.
Explain the need for radiation protection efforts by operators of radiation-producing equipment.
7.
Describe the roles of the allied health team members.
RESOURCES
Introduction to Radiologic Technology:
Chapter 14 Medicolegal Considerations
Chapter 15 Organization and Operation of the Radiology Dept.
Chapter 16 Economics of Radiology
Chapter 17 Quality Assurance in Radiology
Chapter 18 Radiation Safety and Protective Measures
Chapter 19 Allied Health Professionals
INSTRUCTION
Lecture
Class Discussion
Guest Speaker
UNIT ASSIGNMENT
Chapter Reading
TEST
Multiple Choice Test of Knowledge
STUDENT LEARNING GUIDE
RADT 1103 INTRODUCTION TO RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY
UNIT 4
COURSE OBJECTIVE
Professional Organizations and Career Advancement
PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES
The student will be able to perform the following with a pass rate of 75% or above:
1.
Describe the role of the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and the examination
procedure.
2.
Discuss the role of the JRCERT in accrediting radiologic programs.
3.
Describe the role of the American Society of Radiologic Technologists and its organizational
arrangement.
4.
List the requirements for entry into specialty programs and the qualifications for certification.
5.
Discuss upward mobility career routes for technologists.
6.
Identify continuing education opportunities required by ARRT.
7.
Discuss prevailing values affecting health care systems.
RESOURCES
Introduction to Radiologic Technology
Chapter 20 The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
Chapter 21 The Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology
Chapter 22 Professional Associations
Chapter 23 Specialization in Radiologic Technology
Chapter 24 Professional Development and Career Advancement
Chapter 25 Continuing Education for the Radiologic Technologist
Chapter 26 Status of Health Care Delivery
INSTRUCTION
Lecture
Class Discussion
UNIT ASSIGNMENT
Chapter Reading
TEST
Multiple Choice Test of Knowledge
STUDENT LEARNING GUIDE
RADT 1103 INTRODUCTION TO RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY
UNIT 5
COURSE OBJECTIVE
X-Rays and The X-Ray Tube
PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES
The student will be able to perform the following with a pass rate of 75% or above:
1.
Discuss the basic structure of an atom.
2.
Define x-radiation and its characteristics.
3.
Discuss the components of the x-ray tube.
RESOURCES
Handout: Basic Imaging
Chapter 1 Basic Physics
Chapter 2 X-Radiation
Chapter 3 The X-Ray Tube
INSTRUCTION
Lecture
Class Discussion
Audio-Visual Presentations
UNIT ASSIGNMENT
Chapter Reading
TEST
Multiple Choice Test of Knowledge
STUDENT LEARNING GUIDE
RADT 1103 INTRODUCTION TO RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY
UNIT 6
COURSE OBJECTIVE
Image Formation and Evaluation
PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES
The student will be able to perform the following with a pass rate of 75% or above:
1.
Explain how differential absorption affects the remnant beam.
2.
Discuss technical factors such as mAs, kVp, and exposure time.
3.
Discuss various factors affecting radiographic sharpness, such as light diffusion, geometries,
and quantum mottle.
4.
List source of scatter and ways of controlling scatter on the radiograph.
RESOURCES
Handout: Basic Imaging
Chapter 9
Controlling Factors of the Radiographic Process
Chapter 13
Geometry of Image Formation
Chapter 10
Beam Restricting Devices
Chapter 11
Radiographic Grids
INSTRUCTION
Lecture
Class Discussion
UNIT ASSIGNMENT
Chapter Reading
TEST
Multiple Choice Test of Knowledge