VT 250 Radiology for Veterinary Technicians
Fall Quarter
Instructor:
Dr. Salvador Hurtado
Office: 110-Q. Phone: 964-6665. E-mail: shurtado@pierce.ctc.edu
Office Hours: M-Th 1-2, T 12-1
Materials of Instruction:
Radiography in Veterinary Technology, 4th edition, Lavin.
Class notes packet.
COURSE OBJECTIVES:
Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:
1.
Correctly take radiographic exposures.
2.
Properly develop radiographs.
3.
Evaluate radiographs and improve the radiographic technique.
4.
Formulate radiographic technique charts.
5.
Restrain and position animals for radiographs.
6.
Demonstrate proper care of x-ray machine, film, cassettes, and other equipment.
7.
Prepare all developing solutions.
8.
Load cassettes.
9.
File film.
10.
Understand the possible hazards of x-ray radiation and the safety precautions
necessary to minimize exposure to it.
LECTURE SCHEDULE:
Week #1
Radiation Safety
(Reading: Lavin, chapter 3)
#2
Basis of radiation
(Reading: Lavin, chapter 1; Kay article)
#3
Production of x-rays
(Reading: Lavin, chapter 2)
#4
Recording the image
(Reading: Lavin, chapter 6)
#5
Exam
#6
Radiographic exposure factors
(Reading: Lavin, chapter 4)
#7
Large animal radiography (with Dr. Teeple)
(Reading: Lavin, chapter 19)
#8
Radiographic image-- density, contrast, and detail
(Reading: Lavin, chapter 5)
#9
Exam
#10
Technique chart
(Reading: Lavin, chapter 9)
LABORATORY SCHEDULE:
Week #1
Orientation; developing process
(Reading: Lavin, chapter 7)
#2
Developing process; radius/ulna
(Reading: Lavin, chapter 7, pages 165-66)
#3
Positional terminology; Tibia/Fibula
(Reading: Lavin, pages 184-85, chapter 12, Shively article)
#4
Shoulder
(Reading: Lavin, pages 157-58)
#5
Exam. Abdomen
(Reading: Lavin, pages 230-31)
#6
Abdomen/Thorax
(Reading: Lavin, pages 226-27)
#7
Large animal radiography (with Dr. Teeple)
#8
Pelvis; O.F.A. films
(Reading: Lavin, pages 174-79)
#9
Skull
(Reading: Lavin, pages 192-93, 197)
#10
Contrast study radiographs. Exam
(Reading: Lavin, pages 234-36, 238 Outline, 245-46 Outline)
GRADING PROCEDURE:
2 Midterm exams (75 pts. each)
=
150 pts.
2 Laboratory exams (50 pts. each)
=
100 pts.
Final exam
=
100 pts.
Laboratory quizzes
=
25 pts.
375 Total Points
Grades will be assigned based on the percentage of total points attained in accordance with the
departmental grading system. Wearing an approved uniform is required in all lectures and
laboratories.
Each student is to actively participate in the production of a diagnostic radiograph during
the laboratory. Each time a student is absent from the laboratory 20 points will be
deducted from the total number of points attained for the course. A maximum of 100
points may be deducted from a student’s grade for attendance during the quarter.
Students with disabilities who believe they may need academic adjustments, auxiliary aids or
services to fully participate in course activities or meet course requirements are encouraged to
register with the Access & Disability Services (ADS) Office, Room 300K in the cascade
Building. You may also call the ADS Office to make an appointment to meet with the ADS
Coordinator at (253) 964-6526 or 964-6527. Students requesting academic adjustments must
obtain the approved Quarterly Academic Adjustments, Auxiliary Aids or Services (green) form
provided by ADS before any adjustments are made.
For life-threatening emergencies call 911 and then Campus Safety. In the event of an emergency
evacuation, gather all personal belongings and leave the building using the nearest safe exit. Be
prepared to be outside for a minimum of an hour and stand a minimum of 200 feet from any
building or structure. Do not attempt to re-enter the building until instructed. Should a class be
cancelled, it is your responsibility to keep up on reading, homework, and deliverable
assignments.