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Course Listings 2020-2021 RAD101 Lecture 1 Credit 1 Period Ethics and Law in the Radiologic Sciences Foundation in ethics and law related to the practice of medical imaging. An introduction to terminology, concepts and principles will be presented. Prerequisites: Admission to the Medical Radiography program. RAD102 Lecture 1 Credit 1 Period Structured Diagnostic Medical Imaging Skills Enhancement I Structured medical imaging cognitive and non-cognitive learning, study skills, and strategies to help students achieve success in their respective imaging courses. Medical imaging learning process and critical thinking application skills are emphasized. Prerequisites: Admission to the Medical Radiography program. RAD103 Lecture 2 Credits 2 Periods Radiation Protection in Radiologic Technology Content presents an overview of the principles of radiation protection, including the responsibilities of the radiographer for patients, personnel and the public. Radiation health and safety requirements of federal and state regulatory agencies, accreditation agencies and health care organizations are incorporated. Prerequisites: Admission to the Medical Radiography program. RAD104 Lecture 2 Credits 2 Periods Imaging Equipment Content establishes a knowledge base in radiographic, fluoroscopic and mobile equipment requirements and design. Content also provides a basic knowledge of quality control. Prerequisites: Admission to the Medical Radiography program. RAD105 Lec 2.5 Credits Lec 2 Periods / Lab 0 Credits Lab 1.5 Periods Radiation Production and Principles of Exposure Content establishes a basic knowledge of atomic structure and terminology and a base in technical factors that govern the image production process. Also presented are the nature and characteristics of radiation, x-ray production and the fundamentals of photon interactions with matter. Prerequisites: Admission to the Medical Radiography program. RAD106 Lec 2.5 Credits Lec 2 Periods / Lab 0 Credits Lab 1.5 Periods Patient Care in Radiologic Sciences I Content provides the foundational concepts of optimal patient care, including consideration for the physical and psychological needs of the patient and family. Routine and emergency patient care procedures are described, as well as infection control procedures using standard precautions. The role of the radiographer in patient education is 363