SOUTHERN MAINE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
South Portland, Maine 04106
TITLE: Radiographic Procedures II -Spring 2015
CATALOG NUMBER: RADG-155-01
CREDITS HOURS: 4
TOTAL CONTACT HOURS: 60
INSTRUCTOR: Louise C. Ouellette MS, RTR
CONTACT: Phone 741-5595
PREREQUISITES: RADG 105-01
EMAIL: louellette@smccme.edu
LOCATION: HSC 215
TIME: Lecture: M & W 10:00-11:40 Lab: W 1-3 Fr 10-12.
This lecture/demonstration course is a continuation of Radiographic Procedures I. The
student will continue with an in depth study of the routine positions of the pelvic girdle, vertebral column, ribs,
sternum, skull, facial bones and sinuses. Radiographic procedures of the urinary system, mobile radiography,
pediatrics, and surgical radiography. Demonstration and competency testing procedures are conducted in the SMCC
Radiographic Simulation Laboratory.
Prerequisite(s): RADG 105-01
Co requisite(s): None
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COURSE DESCRIPTION:
COURSE OBJECTIVES: At the completion of this course, the student will be able to achieve these objectives with 85%
accuracy in the following areas: Intravenous Pyelography, Barium Enema, Pelvic Girdle, Bony Thorax, Vertebral Column,
Cranial and Facial Bones, Paranasal Sinuses and Mobile, Surgical and Pediatric Radiography.
1) Define, analyze, write and select appropriate medical and radiological terms and abbreviations.
2) Describe the routine and special views in terms of positioning requirements (i.e. proper patient position, central
ray orientation, cassette size).
3) Explain the structures and functions of the pelvis and hip vertebral column, ribs, sternum, urinary system and, the
protocols of surgical, mobile and pediatric radiography.
4) Identify type and quantity of contrast media utilized for contrast studies, including indications, contra-indications
and method of administration.
5) Demonstrate in the energized laboratory the routine views of the IVP, pelvis, hip, ribs, sternum, cervical spine,
thoracic spine, lumbar spine, sacrum/coccyx, ribs and sternum, skulls, facial bones and sinuses.
6) Discuss technique variations and positioning considerations necessary when taking exposures such as, pathology,
body habitus, patient's age and condition.
7) Evaluate radiographs in terms of proper positioning and image quality on IVP’s, skulls, facial bones, paranasal
sinuses, entire spine, ribs, sternum and pediatric, surgical and mobile radiography.
8) Discuss equipment and supplies used in various procedures.
9) Describe the patient preparation for IVP’s.
10) Provide a general description of special studies and patient care considerations for each.
TOPICAL OUTLINE OF INSTRUCTION:
Module 1: Mobile Radiography
Module 4: Bony Thorax
Module 2: Intravenous Pyelography/BE
Module 5: Vertebral column
Module 3: Pelvic Girdle
Module 6: Skulls, Facial bones & Paranasal Sinuses
Module 7. Pediatric/Surgical radiography
COURSE REQUIREMENTS:
Please set your cell phones on vibrate during class times.
CLASS PARTICIPATION: This is a dynamic, participatory class and students are encouraged to contribute to
class discussions by sharing clinical experiences relevant to the topic to the class. This is a Web Enhanced
course. Participation in and access to the Learning Management System is mandatory. All course
related information and communication will be conducted through LMS. It is recommended that
you have access to this SMCC Web Site from your home computer. There a many computers labs
throughout the campus for LMS access as well.
ATTENDANCE is expected as follows: Three absences are allowed during the semester. The final grade will
drop 5 points for each absence over three. Students are expected to attend all regularly scheduled classes and
laboratory sessions. Poor attendance generally results in poor grades. Students having difficulties because of
absenteeism should discuss this matter with their advisor. The faculty member or department chair has authority to
establish attendance standards appropriate to their course, which will be included in the course syllabus.
A family emergency or personal illness may cause a student’s extended absence. Students who know that they will be
out of class for three or more consecutive sessions should call the office of the Dean of Students to report the
extended absence. The Dean’s office will notify the faculty of the absence. Upon return, the student is responsible for
making arrangements to complete all course requirements at the discretion of the faculty member. In some cases it
may not be possible to successfully complete all assigned work
EXAMS:
Five exams will be given during this course consisting of multiple choice, essay, and fill-in
questions. Images will also be used to test knowledge of the radiographic anatomic structures of the body
part or system. EXAM POLICY: Students will not be allowed into the classroom once an exam has begun. Students
who miss an exam will be required to take it later that same day. Students who are absent for an exam must
contact the instructor to make-up the exam the next class day. Make-up exams will be based on 95%, for a loss
of 5 points. Students may leave the classroom after their exam is passed into the instructor. Entry back into class is
not allowed until the end of class.
STUDENT EVALUATION AND GRADING POLICY:
 Final Grade must be completed with a grade of 75 or better.
 All Sim Lab exams must be completed with a grade of 85% or better. Passing averaged sim lab grade is 75%.
 Exams -60%, Sim Labs -30%, Assignments/Class Participation/Attendance -10%.
INCOMPLETE GRADES: The grade of incomplete, “I” is a temporary grade given when a student has failed to
complete required work due to extraordinary circumstances. Required work must be completed, and a grade
submitted by mid-semester following the semester in which the “I” grade was received. An “I” grade which is
not removed during this period, automatically becomes an “F”.
This course must be successfully completed with a grade of 75 or better. GRADING SCALE: The following is
the grading scale utilized in this course.
A
AB+
B
BC+
95-100
92-94
89-91
85-88
82-84
79-81
C
CD+
D
DF
75-78
72-74
69-71
65-68
62-64
Below 62
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TEXTBOOKS: Merrill's, "Atlas of Radiographic Positions and Radiologic Procedures", Volumes I, II and III.
REFERENCE BOOKS AVAILABLE: Clark's, "Positioning in Radiography" Bontrager and Anthony, "Textbook of
Radiographic Positioning and Related Anatomy" Eisenberg, Dennis & May, "Radiographic Positioning
INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIAL UTILIZED:
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Simulation laboratory
Articulating skeleton
Images of related positioning
Videos
Elsevier/Evolve Online Resources: https://evolve.elsevier.com
 Learning Management System: Course syllabus, class schedule, handouts, power point lectures, and
study guides available
ADA (AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT):
Southern Maine Community College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution and employer. For
more information, please call 207-741-5798. If you have a disabling condition and wish to request
accommodations in order to have reasonable access to the programs and services offered by SMCC, you must
register with the Disability Services Coordinator, Sandra Lynham, who can be reached at 741-5923. Further
information about services for students with disabilities and the accommodation process is available upon
request at this number. Course policies about online testing are modified to suit each individual’s
accommodations.
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY:
Adherence to ethical academic standards is obligatory. Cheating is a serious offense, whether it consists of
cheating during an exam, taking credit for work done by another person, or doing work for which another
person will receive credit. Taking and using the ideas or writings of another person without clearly and fully
crediting the source is plagiarism and violates the academic code. If it is proven that a student in any course in
which s/he is enrolled has knowingly committed such a violation, appropriate action will be taken which may
result in suspension from the course and a failing grade in the course. Students have the right to appeal these
actions to the Disciplinary Committee under the terms outlined in the Student Code of Conduct. For more
information consult the Student Handbook.
ADD/DROP
An Add/Drop period is scheduled at the beginning of each semester. Add/Drop is one week in the fall and spring
semesters. Courses which meet for less than a full semester will have proportional standards applied. Forms are available
from the Enrollment Services Center.
CAMPUS COPIER POLICY: DEPARTMENTAL COPIERS ARE FOR FACULTY USE ONLY. PLEASE REFER TO YOUR
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