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2020-2021 Catalog & Student Handbook

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Course Listings 2020-2021 DMI223 Lecture 1 Credit 1 Period Introduction to Computed Tomography Overview of the principles and operation of computed tomography (CT) scanner. Content includes history, physics processes, instrumentation components, imaging acquisition, reconstruction and display for computed tomography imaging. Prerequisites: Admission to the Medical Radiography program. Cross-References: ICE223. DMI224 Lab 5 Credits 30.6 Periods Radiography Practicum VI Reinforcement and broadening of all radiographic procedures, portable skills and surgical procedures performed in the clinical environment acquired in earlier practicum. Operation and maintenance of radiographic equipment. Correct use of radiation protection devices. Evaluation of radiographic images. Ethical and professional job-related skills. Prerequisites: Admission to the Medical Radiography program. DMI226 Lecture 1 Credit 1 Period Radiographic Image Evaluation III Systematic procedure for evaluating radiographic images to determine their diagnostic quality. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in DMI216. DMI227 Lecture 1 Credit 1 Period Radiography Seminar Use of skills and resources for reviewing content areas examined by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). Professional job-seeking procedures and development of resume. Prerequisites: Admission to the Medical Radiography program. DMI228 Lec + Lab 1 Credit 6 Periods Radiography Practicum VII Advanced imaging procedures. DMI228 may be repeated for a total of three (3) credit hours. Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor and acceptance by sponsoring clinical institution. (DMS) DIAGNOSTIC MEDICAL SONOGRAPHY DMS101 Lab 1 Credit 3 Periods Patient Care in Diagnostic Sonography Safety procedures for the hospitalized patient. Transfer, moving and positioning techniques. Patent assessment methods and procedures. Protection of drains, tubes, intravenous lines, and infusion pumps. Gloving, gowning, and sterile procedures. Safe use and application of sonography equipment. Professional behavior and responsibility of the 259

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