Radiologic Science Program (DMS/RT/RAD)

DMS 301 Cr.3

Introduction to Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound

In this course students will prepare for the new and challenging demands of sonography training in a hospital. Clinical policies and procedures are emphasized. Course content includes materials emphasizing personal adaptation skills and staff development issues, nursing procedures, ethics, and skills to become a better student. An overview of basic sonographic terminology, technique, and equipment form the framework for future study. Students will have the opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge of sterile technique. Lect. 2, Lab 2. Prerequisite: admission to Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program. Offered Fall.

DMS 302 Cr.3

Vascular Sonography I

Hemodynamics of the arterial and venous vasculature will be discussed. Lower extremity venous normal and abnormal will be discussed. Extracranial and intracranial cerebrovascular anatomy, normal and abnormal will be discussed. Students will become familiar with the clinical symptoms and specific ultrasound protocols for normal and abnormal cases associated with lower extremity venous and cerebrovascular disease. Lect. 2, Lab 2. Prerequisite: admission to Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program. Offered Fall.

DMS 303 Cr.3

Vascular Sonography II

Peripheral vascular direct and indirect, lower extremity arterial, upper extremity arterial, and upper extremity venous examinations, normal and abnormal will be discussed. Students will become familiar with the clinical symptoms and specific ultrasound protocols for normal and abnormal cases associated with peripheral vascular disease. Prerequisite: admission to Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program. Offered Spring.

DMS 304 Cr.3

Sonographic Principles and Instrumentation

This course enables students to become familiar with the physical principles governing the use of medical ultrasound equipment. Emphasis will be on diagnostic imaging systems, but students will also become acquainted with therapeutic devices including shock wave and thermal delivery systems. Basic principles of acoustic transmission and reflection in tissues are covered at an elementary level. Design and performance of transducers, pulse-echo imaging equipment, Doppler and color flow equipment, and physical therapy systems are emphasized. The physics leading to image artifacts is described, as are methods for evaluating performance of ultrasound devices. Finally, acoustical exposure measurements and levels from diagnostic equipment are discussed, as well as biological effects and risk. Prerequisite: admission to Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program. Offered Spring.

DMS 310 Cr.3

General/Vascular Clinical Education I

Students are scheduled for clinical practicum at participating clinical education centers. Clinical experience rotations for this Practicum I include abdominal imaging, OB/GYN imaging, and vascular technology. During this practicum, students will be assigned competencies and objectives to complete. Prerequisite: admission to Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program. Offered Fall.

DMS 311 Cr.3

General/Vascular Clinical Education II

Students are scheduled for clinical practicum at participating clinical education centers. Clinical experience rotations for Practicum II include abdominal imaging, OB/GYN imaging and vascular technology. During this practicum, students will be assigned competencies and objectives to complete. Prerequisite: admission to Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program. Offered Spring.

DMS 312 Cr.3

General/Vascular Clinical Education III

Students are scheduled for clinical practicum at participating clinical education centers. Clinical experience rotations for Practicum III include abdominal imaging, OB/GYN imaging and vascular technology. During this practicum, students will be assigned clinical competencies and objectives to complete. Prerequisite: admission to Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program. Offered Summer.

DMS 313 Cr.3

Echocardiography/Vascular Clinical Education I

Students are scheduled for clinical practicum at participating clinical education centers. Clinical experience rotations for Practicum I includes adult echocardiography and vascular technology. During this practicum, students will be assigned clinical competencies and objectives to complete. Prerequisite: admission to Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program. Offered Fall.

DMS 314 Cr.3

Echocardiography/Vascular Clinical Education II

Students are scheduled for clinical practicum at participating clinical education centers. Clinical experience rotations for Practicum II includes adult echocardiography and vascular technology. During this practicum, students will be assigned competencies and objectives to complete. Prerequisite: admission to Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program. Offered Spring.

DMS 315 Cr.3

Echocardiography/Vascular Clinical Education III

Students are scheduled for clinical practicum at participating clinical education centers. Clinical experience rotations for Practicum III includes adult echocardiography, pediatric echocardiography, and vascular technology. During this practicum, students will be assigned clinical competencies and objectives to complete. Prerequisite: admission to Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program. Offered Summer.

DMS 316 Cr.3

Cardiovascular Physiology in Sonography

This course will discuss cardiac physiology, mechanical events, timing of mitral and aortic flow, auscultation, phonocardiography, hemodynamics and Doppler applications to echocardiography, Doppler methods and formulas, concepts of dP/dt, index of myocardial performance, and evaluation of LV systolic and diastolic filling. Prerequisite: admission to Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program. Offered Fall.

DMS 317 Cr.3

Cardiovascular Principles in Sonographic Imaging

This course will discuss cardiovascular anatomy, ultrasound image orientation, scan planes, routine views, sonographic anatomy, the normal ultrasound exam protocol for the echocardiogram, left ventricle function indicators, hemodynamics and Doppler applications to echocardiography, spectral Doppler measurements, indirect measurements, Doppler methods, right heart pressures, and introductory echocardiography findings in the following disease states: aortic stenosis, aortic regurgitation, mitral stenosis, and mitral regurgitation assessment. Lect. 2, Lab 2. Prerequisite: admission to Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program. Offered Fall.

DMS 318 Cr.3

Embryology of the Heart in Echocardiography

This course is a study of the development of the cardiovascular system and the pediatric heart to include normal anatomy and congenital heart disease. This course will cover embryology of the heart, the pediatric echocardiography exam and protocols, and congenital heart disease. Prerequisite: admission to Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program. Offered Spring.

DMS 319 Cr.3

Adult Echocardiography I

This course will discuss cardiac anatomy and physiology, prosthetic valves, diastology, and cardiac valvular pathology seen on echocardiograms in the adult population. Prerequisite: admission to Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program. Offered Spring.

DMS 320 Cr.3

Pediatric Echocardiography I

This course will introduce the student echocardiographer to various types of congenital heart disease. The types of congenital heart disease to be discussed in this course include, but are not limited to, patent ductus arteriosus (PDA), atrial septal defect (ASD), ventricular septal defect (VSD), pulmonic stenosis (PS), coarctation of the aorta, transposition of the great arteries (TGA), double outlet right ventricle (DORV), and double outlet left ventricle (DOLV). Prerequisite: admission to Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program. Offered Summer.

DMS 321 Cr.3

Adult Echocardiography II

This course will discuss cardiac pathology seen on echocardiograms in the adult population including cardiomyopathies (hypertrophic, dilated, restrictive), pericardial disease, endocarditis, and cardiac masses. Prerequisite: admission to Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program. Offered Summer.

DMS 326 Cr.3

Abdominal Sonography I

Anatomy, physiology, pathology, and pathophysiology seen on normal and abnormal sonograms of the chest cavity, peritoneal and retroperitoneal spaces, aorta and mesenteric vessels, and the liver will be discussed. Students will become familiar with the clinical symptoms, lab values, and specific ultrasound protocols for normal and abnormal cases. Prerequisite: admission to Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program. Offered Fall.

DMS 327 Cr.3

Abdominal Sonography II

Anatomy, physiology, pathology, and pathophysiology seen on normal and abnormal sonograms of the kidneys, biliary system, pancreas, spleen, and interventional procedures will be discussed. Students will become familiar with the clinical symptoms, lab values, and specific ultrasound protocols for normal and abnormal cases. Prerequisite: admission to Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program. Offered Spring.

DMS 330 Cr.3

OB/GYN Sonography I

This course focuses on the normal gross, relational, and sonographic anatomy of the female pelvis. Gynecologic pathologies and infertility are discussed. Physiology and related laboratory and clinical findings for disease processes are emphasized as related to the female pelvis. Lect. 2, Lab 2. Prerequisite: admission to Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program. Offered Fall.

DMS 331 Cr.3

OB/GYN Sonography II

The student will gain an understanding of embryology, sonographic evaluation, and complications during the first trimester. Labor, fetal presentation, and fetal anomalies as visualized on ultrasound during the second and third trimester will also be discussed. Students will become familiar with central nervous system anomalies, GI anomalies, GU anomalies, musculoskeletal anomalies, anomalies associated with multiple gestations, and placental pathology as they appear on ultrasound exams. Students will have the opportunity to practice biometric measurements on an obstetrical phantom during this course. Lect. 2, Lab 2. Prerequisite: admission to Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program. Offered Spring.

DMS 332 Cr.3

OB/GYN Sonography III

This course will discuss the role of ultrasound in evaluating maternal complications in pregnancy, needle guidance procedures (CVS sampling, Amniocentesis, PUBS, therapy), and in monitoring high risk patients. Prerequisite: admission to Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program. Offered Summer.

DMS 401 Cr.3

Vascular Sonography III

A review of hemodynamics, abdominal, penile, organ transplant Doppler, and vascular statistics will be discussed. Students will become familiar with the clinical symptoms and specific ultrasound protocols for normal and abnormal cases associated with vascular disease involving the above areas of interest. Lect. 2, Lab 2. Prerequisite: admission to Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program. Offered Fall.

DMS 402 Cr.3

Seminar in Professional Development

This course will familiarize the diagnostic medical sonography student with the history of the profession and professional societies associated with the field of diagnostic medical sonography. Students will learn how to be a professional and how to positively influence the field of diagnostic medical sonography. Students will also become familiar with resume creation and interviewing techniques. Prerequisite: admission to Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program. Offered Spring.

DMS 403 Cr.3

Seminar in Management, Research, and Education

This course will familiarize the diagnostic medical sonography student with educational and management issues in the profession. Students will problem solve management issues as they relate to diagnostic medical sonography and will explore educational strategies employed in ultrasound education. Students will participate in department quality assurance projects and educational course development projects. Prerequisite: admission to Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program. Offered Spring.

DMS 404 Cr.3

Seminar in Advanced Medical Imaging: Vascular

The student will be exposed to normal anatomy and pathology cases combining diagnostic medical sonography, computed sonography, and magnetic resonance imaging. The student will gain an understanding of how a diagnosis is made and patients are managed based on findings from multiple imaging modalities. Prerequisite: admission to Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program. Offered Spring.

DMS 410 Cr.3

General/Vascular Clinical Education IV

Students are scheduled for clinical practicum at participating clinical education centers. Clinical experience rotations for Practicum IV include abdominal imaging, OB/GYN imaging, and vascular technology. During this practicum, students will be assigned clinical competencies and objectives to complete. Prerequisite: admission to Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program. Offered Fall.

DMS 411 Cr.3

General/Vascular Clinical Education V

Students are scheduled for clinical practicum at participating clinical education centers. Clinical experience rotations for Practicum V include abdominal imaging, OB/GYN imaging, and vascular technology. During this practicum, students will be assigned clinical competencies and objectives to complete. Prerequisite: admission to Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program. Offered Spring.

DMS 412 Cr.3

General/Vascular Clinical Education VI

Students are scheduled for clinical practicum at participating clinical education centers. Clinical experience rotations for Practicum VI include abdominal imaging, OB/GYN imaging, and vascular technology. During this practicum, students will be assigned clinical competencies and objectives to complete. Prerequisite: admission to Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program. Offered Summer.

DMS 413 Cr.3

Echocardiography/Vascular Clinical Education IV

Students are scheduled for clinical practicum at participating clinical education centers. Clinical experience rotations for Practicum IV includes adult echocardiography, pediatric echocardiography, and vascular technology. During this practicum, students will be assigned clinical competencies and objectives to complete. Prerequisite: admission to Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program. Offered Fall.

DMS 414 Cr.3

Echocardiography/Vascular Clinical Education V

Students are scheduled for clinical practicum at participating clinical education centers. Clinical experience rotations for Practicum V includes adult echocardiography, pediatric echocardiography, and vascular technology. During this practicum, students will be assigned clinical competencies and objectives to complete. Prerequisite: admission to Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program. Offered Spring.

DMS 415 Cr.3

Echocardiography/Vascular Clinical Education VI

Students are scheduled for clinical practicum at participating clinical education centers. Clinical experience rotations for Practicum VI includes adult echocardiography, pediatric echocardiography, and vascular technology. During this practicum, students will be assigned clinical competencies and objectives to complete. Prerequisite: admission to Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program. Offered Summer.

DMS 420 Cr.3

Specialized Sonography

In this course the student studies the embryology, structure, physiology, and pathology of the breast, thyroid, and scrotum. Normal, abnormal gross, cross-sectional, and relational sonographic anatomy will be explored. Invasive and intraoperative sonographic techniques will be discussed as they relate to breast, thyroid, and scrotal sonography exams. Prerequisite: admission to Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program. Offered Summer.

DMS 421 Cr.3

Seminar in OB/GYN: Introduction to Fetal Echocardiography

This course will discuss the role of ultrasound in evaluating the fetus for various genetic syndromes and understanding inheritance patterns. Advanced study of the fetal heart, to include normal anatomy and congenital heart disease, will be discussed including embryology of the heart, the fetal echocardiography exam and protocols, and congenital heart disease. This course also gives students a board review to assist in preparing to take the ARDMS OB/GYN specialty examination. Prerequisite: admission to Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program. Offered Fall.

DMS 422 Cr.3

Introduction to Neurosonography

This course will cover the anatomy, physiology, pathology, pathophysiology, and the sonographic appearance of the normal and abnormal neonatal brain and spine. Students will become familiar with the normal ultrasound exam protocol and how to modify the exam for pathological conditions. Prerequisite: admission to Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program. Offered Fall.

DMS 423 Cr.3

Introduction to Musculoskeletal Sonography

This course will introduce students to an array of musculoskeletal sonographic evaluations including anatomy, physiology, and sonography protocols and procedures. Prerequisite: admission to Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program. Offered Summer.

DMS 428 Cr.3

Abdominal Sonography III

Anatomy, physiology, pathology, and pathophysiology seen on normal and abnormal sonograms of the adrenals, male pelvis, and pediatric specialty exams will be discussed. Students will become familiar with the clinical symptoms, lab values, and specific ultrasound protocols for normal and abnormal cases. Prerequisite: admission to Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program. Offered Fall.

DMS 430 Cr.3

Stress Echocardiography

In this course the student will prepare for the new and challenging demands of sonography training in a hospital with emphasis on stress echocardiography. Clinical policies and procedures are emphasized. Course content includes materials emphasizing personal adaptation skills and staff development issues, nursing procedures, ethics, and skills to become a better student. An emphasis is put on coronary anatomy and wall segment distribution. An overview of basic sonographic terminology, technique, and equipment form the framework for future study. Prerequisite: admission to Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program. Offered Fall.

DMS 431 Cr.3

Pediatric Echocardiography II

This course will introduce the student echocardiographer to various types of congenital heart disease. The types of congenital heart disease to be discussed in this course include, but are not limited to, univentricular heart, right ventricular hypoplasia, left ventricular hypoplasia, inflow anomalies, outflow anomalies, total anomalous pulmonary venous return and coronary artery anomalies, conotruncal anomalies, abnormalities within the cardiac chambers, proximal vessels and thorax, cardiomyopathies, postoperative evaluations, and complex combinations of previously discussed congenital heart defects. Prerequisite: admission to Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program. Offered Fall.

DMS 432 Cr.3

Adult Echocardiography III

This course will discuss cardiac anatomy and pathology as it is seen on echocardiography. This course will focus on intraoperative cardiac ultrasound, congenital heart disease in the adult, and guidance for invasive procedures and contrast echocardiography. Prerequisite: admission to Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program. Offered Fall.

DMS 433 Cr.3

Special Procedures in Echocardiography

This course will cover topics for senior students moving from being a student to an entry level sonographer. The course will include the fundamental concepts for intravenous catheter insertion, aseptic technique, and IV contrast administration. A demonstration and lecture on strain imaging and the use of 3D/4D will be presented. There will be a research component for the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission in Echocardiography. Prerequisite: admission to Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program. Offered Summer.

RT 310 Cr.4

Pathophysiology

This course focuses on the pathophysiologic disorders that affect healthy systems across the life span. Theories of disease causation are introduced. Areas of emphasis include cellular and systemic responses, clinical manifestations and the response of tissue to radiation damage. Acquired, immune, infectious, carcinogenic and genetic alterations in body systems are included. Prerequisite: BIO 312, BIO 313; admission to RT. Consent of instructor. Offered Fall.

RT 325 Cr.3

Radiation Therapy Readings, Writing, and Research

This course introduces radiation therapy students to the language of radiation therapy and professional issues in the field by the use of selected readings. The Radiation Therapy Writing in the Major program will be introduced along with the types of writing practiced in the field. Students will learn basic research techniques and begin to apply them to their professional education. This course is designed to be taken concurrently with RT 310. Prerequisite: ENG 110 or ENG 112; STAT 145; concurrent enrollment in RT 310; admission to Radiation Therapy Program. Offered Fall.

RT 330 Cr.2

Professional Issues in Radiation Therapy

This course will provide students with knowledge related to the professional issues pertinent to the field of radiation therapy. Course topics will include: professional development, career advancement/options, radiation therapist scope of practice and practice standards, certification and licensure, radiation therapy professional organizations, legislative issues in radiation therapy, as well as ethics and introductory law in radiation therapy. Prerequisite: admission to Radiation Therapy Program. Offered Fall.

RT 350 Cr.3

Patient Care Issues

This course will prepare students to work directly with patients in a health care setting. It will cover such topics as: communication and patient education, assessment, examination and monitoring of patients, body mechanics and patient handling skills, infection control, management of medical emergencies and CPR, nutritional counseling. Prerequisite: admission to Radiation Therapy Program. Offered Spring.

RT 370 Cr.2

Health Care Systems and Human Resources in Radiation Therapy

This course will provide entry-level radiation therapists with the basic health system and human resource knowledge. Course topics will include characteristics of U.S. Health Care System, insurance, health care access, reimbursement in radiation therapy, and applicable human resource topics. Prerequisite: admission to Radiation Therapy Program. Offered Spring.

RT 390 Cr.3

Medical Imaging

This course will provide radiation therapy students with theory and information regarding medical imaging procedures. Radiation therapists play a crucial role in imaging for treatment planning and treatment field verification. The course will provide instruction on analog and digital imaging, as well as various imaging modalities. Prerequisite: PHY 386; admission to Radiation Therapy Program. Offered Spring.

RT 400 Cr.1

Clinical Internship Seminar

This course will prepare students for the clinical internship portion of the program. Course topics will include: professional development, team building skills, radiation therapy terminology, basic clinical concepts, immobilization device construction, CPR, and radiation therapy equipment basics. Prerequisite: admission to Radiation Therapy Program. Offered Spring.

RT 401 Cr.3

Introduction to Radiation Therapy

This course, the first in the clinical internship, will provide the student with an overview of the profession of radiation therapy and its role in health care delivery and cancer management. Students will be oriented to the academic and administrative format of the internship site as well as safety practices of the hospital and radiation therapy department. The radiation therapy process will be identified and discussed along with critical steps in treatment procedures. Students will be prepared for working with patients by learning about charting and documentation as well as appropriate patient/therapist interactions. Prerequisite: RT 310, RT 350; admission to Radiation Therapy Program; assignment to a clinical internship site. Offered Summer.

RT 411 Cr.4

Principles and Practice of Radiation Therapy I

This course, taught during the clinical internship year, addresses the concepts of cancer treatment, focusing primarily on radiation therapy. Methods of improving therapeutic advantage are investigated. Students learn safe and effective use of equipment and accessories along with the rationale for their clinical application. Technical aspects of treatment simulation and delivery are developed. Treatment related side effects and their management and special patient situations are addressed. Prerequisite: RT 310, RT 350, RT 401, RT 471; admission to Radiation Therapy Program; assignment to clinical internship site. Offered Fall.

RT 412 Cr.4

Principles and Practice of Radiation Therapy II

This course, taught during the clinical internship, advances the student's knowledge of neoplastic disease management. Cancers and some benign conditions of various body sites are discussed in relation to natural history, treatment and prognosis. Technical aspects related to radiation planning and delivery are closely investigated as well as pertinent anatomical considerations, combination therapy, treatment results and the therapist's role in disease management. Lect. 3, Lab 2. Prerequisite: RT 411, RT 421, RT 472; admission to Radiation Therapy Program; assignment to clinical internship site. Offered Spring.

RT 421 Cr.3

Cross Sectional, Topographic and Radiographic Anatomy

This course, taught during the clinical internship, revisits anatomy specifically from an imaging perspective. Students will learn to identify structures and pathology on x-rays, CT and MRI scans and locate topographic landmarks on diagnostic and simulation films. Prerequisite: BIO 313, RT 390, RT 401; admission to Radiation Therapy Program; assignment to clinical internship site. Offered Fall.

RT 431 Cr.3

Radiation Therapy Physics

This course, taught during the clinical internship, expands the student's understanding of physics related to radiation therapy. Topics include the components and operation of linear accelerators and other treatment machines, brachytherapy, specification and modification of beam quality and characteristics, measurement of absorbed dose, treatment machine calibration, beam geometry and treatment with particles. Prerequisite: PHY 386, RT 401; admission to Radiation Therapy Program; assignment to clinical internship site. Offered Fall.

RT 435 Cr.3

Dosimetry and Treatment Planning

This course, taught during the clinical internship, focuses on the characteristics, measurement and manipulation of radiation dose delivery in treatment. This involves advanced concepts of methods of altering dose to optimize the effectiveness of the radiation treatment. Treatment planning for a variety of tumor sites and situations is discussed. Prerequisite: RT 411, RT 421, RT 431; admission to Radiation Therapy Program; assignment to clinical internship site. Offered Spring.

RT 437 Cr.2

Quality Management in Radiation Therapy

This course, taught during the clinical internship, focuses on the purpose and techniques of quality management in a radiation oncology program. The importance of documentation, consistent application of specified protocols and assessment of outcomes are addressed. The responsibilities of the radiation therapist within the radiation oncology team for quality functions are highlighted. Prerequisite: RT 411, RT 431; admission to Radiation Therapy Program; assignment to clinical internship site. Offered Spring.

RT 471 Cr.3

Clinical Practicum I

This course, offered the first summer session of the clinical internship, will orient students to the clinical operation of the internship site. Students will observe staff operations in the radiation therapy clinic, simulation, treatment planning, and treatment delivery areas. Prerequisite: RT 310, RT 350, RT 390; admission to Radiation Therapy Program; assignment to clinical internship site. Offered Summer.

RT 472 Cr.6

Clinical Practicum II

This course, offered fall semester of the clinical internship, will progress students' clinical skills from observation in simulation, treatment planning and treatment delivery to the point of participation and development of basic competencies. Prerequisite: RT 401, RT 471; admission to Radiation Therapy Program; assignment to clinical internship site. Offered Fall.

RT 473 Cr.6

Clinical Practicum III

This course, offered spring semester of the clinical internship, will offer students the opportunity to continue the process of developing competence and confidence in the areas of simulation, treatment planning and treatment delivery. They will demonstrate competence in intermediate and some advanced procedures. Students will also be given opportunity to work in dosimetry. Prerequisite: RT 411, RT 421, RT 431, RT 472; admission to Radiation Therapy Program; assignment to clinical internship site. Offered Spring.

RT 474 Cr.4

Clinical Practicum IV

This course, offered during the final summer session of the clinical internship, will complete the students' clinical education experience. By the end of this course, students will have developed proficiency and confidence in areas of simulation, treatment planning and treatment delivery. They will complete all required competencies. Opportunities to broaden the experience and work with different equipment, techniques and advanced procedures will be offered. Prerequisite: RT 412, RT 435, RT 437, RT 473; admission to Radiation Therapy Program; assignment to clinical internship site. Offered Summer.

RT 481 Cr.3

Seminar in Radiation Therapy

The course, offered during the clinical internship, is a capstone course in which students present patient case information, discuss application of radiation science theory, review and critique journal articles and prepare for the national certification exam. Prerequisite: RT 412, RT 435, RT 437; admission to Radiation Therapy Program ; assignment to clinical internship site. Offered Summer.

RT 499 Cr.1-3

Independent Study in Radiation Therapy

Independent study in radiation therapy may include individual readings and writing, projects, or research under the direction of a radiation therapy instructor. Repeatable for credit - maximum six. Prerequisite: admission by consent of the instructor and the radiation therapy program director. Consent of department. Offered Occasionally.

RAD 306 Cr.3-5

Imaging Procedures I

This course is a study of human anatomy and physiology geared toward students majoring in the radiologic sciences. The course explores the structure and function of the human body, its components, the integration of systems into one functional unit and the concept of homeostasis. This course covers the theoretical and practical principles of radiographic positioning and procedures of the chest, abdomen and upper extremity. Special attention is paid to assessing radiographs for diagnostic quality and to instill critical thinking skills. Laboratory practice sessions are included. Prerequisite: admission to Radiologic Technology Program. Offered Fall.

RAD 307 Cr.2-5

Seminar in Radiology I - Ethics, Law, and Medical Records

This course provides the student with an introduction to radiography practice. Topics include the ARRT code of ethics, HIPAA laws, ethical and legal issues, and licensure and professional organizations. Emphasis is placed on the student's role in medical imaging. This seminar course will include writing and class presentations about ethical and legal issues in the medical field. Prerequisite: admission to Radiologic Technology Program. Offered Spring.

RAD 308 Cr.2-5

Imaging Procedures II

This course is a study of human anatomy and physiology geared toward students majoring in the radiologic sciences. The course explores the structure and function of the human body, its components, the integration of systems into one functional unit, the concept of homeostasis and the basic mechanism of disease processes. This course also covers the theoretical and practical principles of radiographic procedures of the shoulder, lower extremity, pelvis, and vertebral column. Special attention is paid to patient positioning, assessing radiographs for diagnostic quality, and the development critical thinking skills. Laboratory practice sessions are included. Prerequisite: admission to Radiologic Technology Program. Offered Spring, Summer.

RAD 309 Cr.2-5

Imaging Procedures III

This course is a study of human anatomy and physiology geared toward students majoring in the radiologic sciences. The course explores the structure and function of the human body, its components, the integration of systems into one functional unit, the concept of homeostasis and the basic mechanism of disease processes. This course covers the theoretical and practical principles of patient positioning and procedures in radiography of the bony thorax, skull, paranasal sinuses, and facial bones. Special attention is paid to assessing radiographs for diagnostic quality for the development of critical thinking skills. Laboratory practice sessions are included to aid in the application of procedural methods. Lect. 1, Lab 2. Prerequisite: admission to Radiologic Technology Program. Offered Summer.

RAD 350 Cr.2-4

Introduction to Radiologic Sciences and Health Care

This course provides the student with an introduction to radiography practice. Topics include patient care, patient care equipment, patient assessment, aseptic & non-aseptic techniques, pharmacology. Emphasis is placed on the student's role in medical imaging. Laboratory simulation and skills testing is provided to enhance patient care skills. Prerequisite: admission to Radiologic Technology Program. Offered Fall, Spring.

RAD 351 Cr.1-5

Radiation Protection

This course studies the principles of radiation protection as they apply to exposure from ionizing radiation during medical procedures. It includes radiation health and safety requirements of federal and state regulatory agencies, accreditation agencies, and healthcare organizations. It focuses on the responsibilities of the radiographer in assuring correct radiation protection practices are followed for patients, personnel, and the public. Prerequisite: admission to Radiologic Technology Program. Offered Fall, Spring.

RAD 353 Cr.2-5

Principles of Imaging I

This course introduces the technical aspects of radiographic image production. Topics covered include production of the x-ray beam, image formation, image quality, scatter control exposure factor selection, automatic exposure control, and technique charts. Prerequisite: admission to Radiologic Technology Program. Offered Fall, Spring.

RAD 355 Cr.2-5

Radiography Clinical Education I

Students will participate in radiographic procedures at various clinical education centers and work toward achieving competency in radiographic practice. The first seven weeks is spent in providing the student with orientation to the clinical environment. Students will begin by observing in the clinical areas with participation increasing as the comfort level and procedural skill levels develop. Performance objectives and cognitive goals apply during the remaining weeks of the semester focusing on basic skill levels in radiography. A minimum of five successful competency tests must be completed by the end of this course. Prerequisite: admission to Radiologic Technology Program. Offered Fall.

RAD 360 Cr.1-5

Radiation Biology

This course teaches the principles of radiation biology. Topics covered include the various ways ionizing radiation interacts with matter from the atomic to the systemic levels of biologic organization including biologic effects of radiation exposure, early effects, late effects, somatic effects, and genetic effects. The concepts of stochastic and deterministic effects, risk models, and dose-response curves are also covered. Prerequisite: admission to Radiologic Technology Program. Offered Fall, Spring.

RAD 362 Cr.2-5

Principles of Imaging II

This course covers the technical aspects of radiographic image production. Topics covered include image acquisition, image receptors, processing, sensitometry, digital imaging, and fluoroscopy. Prerequisite: admission to Radiologic Technology Program. Offered Spring.

RAD 364 Cr.1-5

Radiography Clinical Education II

Students will participate in radiographic procedures at various clinical education centers and work toward achieving competency in radiographic practice. Students will rotate through various clinical areas with participation increasing as the comfort level and procedural skill levels develop. Performance objectives and cognitive goals apply during the remaining weeks of the semester focusing on basic skill levels in radiography. A minimum of 15 successful competency tests must be completed by the end of this course. Prerequisite: admission to Radiologic Technology Program. Offered Spring.

RAD 372 Cr.1-5

Radiography Clinical Education III

Students will participate in radiographic procedures at various clinical education centers and work toward achieving competency in radiographic practice. Students will rotate through various clinical areas with participation increasing as the comfort level and procedural skill levels develop. Performance objectives and cognitive goals apply during the remaining weeks of the semester focusing on basic skill levels in radiography. A minimum of 25 successful competency tests must be completed by the end of this course. Of the 25 successful competency tests, 10 must be completed with a clinical instructor. Prerequisite: admission to Radiologic Technology Program. Offered Summer.

RAD 401 Cr.2-5

Seminar in Radiography II - Research in the Radiologic Sciences

Topics will be geared toward research in the radiologic sciences. Students will gain experience working in groups and independently. Students will have the opportunity to read and critique professional journal articles and prepare an independent study project. The project can be completed as a scientific paper, scientific exhibit, or video exhibit. Topics must be pertinent to medical imaging and students must follow the essay and exhibit guidelines as published by the Wisconsin Association of Educators in Radiologic Technology (WAERT). Qualified projects will be submitted to the WAERT Student Symposium Essay and Exhibit Competition. Prerequisite: admission to Radiologic Technology Program. Offered Fall, Spring.

RAD 470 Cr.2-4

Radiologic Physics I

This course studies the principles of physics as they apply to radiologic science. It encompasses comprehensive coverage of the design and function of the x-ray imaging system components, x-ray production, the x-ray emission spectrum, and x-ray interactions with matter. Prerequisite: admission to Radiologic Technology Program. Offered Fall, Spring.

RAD 473 Cr.2-5

Imaging Procedures IV

This course covers advanced imaging procedures of the skeletal, CNS, and circulatory systems. The course includes guidelines for trauma and surgical radiography, pediatrics, bone densitometry, and the use of contrast agents in advanced radiologic procedures. It also covers advanced modalities including mammography, radiation therapy, nuclear medicine, and ultrasound. Prerequisite: admission to Radiologic Technology Program. Offered Fall.

RAD 474 Cr.2-5

Radiography Clinical Education IV

Students will participate in radiographic procedures at various clinical education centers and demonstrate competency in radiographic practice. Performance objectives and cognitive goals reinforce basic skills and focus on the achievement of advanced skills required of the practicing radiographer. Seventy mandatory competencies are required prior to program completion. A minimum of 40 successful competency tests must be completed by the end of this course. In addition, two of these successful competency tests must be completed with a clinical instructor, and two must be completed as impromptu competency tests to demonstrate continued proficiency. Prerequisite: admission to Radiologic Technology Program. Offered Fall.

RAD 475 Cr.2-5

Seminar in Radiography III - Physics II

This course studies the principles and equipment associated with advanced x-ray imaging and quality control. Topics cover mammography, fluoroscopy, interventional radiography, quality assurance programs, quality control testing, computed tomography, and magnetic resonance imaging. Prerequisite: admission to Radiologic Technology Program. Offered Fall, Spring.

RAD 477 Cr.1-5

Cross-Sectional Anatomy

This course is a study of human anatomy from a cross-sectional perspective. Special consideration is given to its application in the imaging modalities of CT and MRI. Prerequisite: admission to Radiologic Technology Program. Offered Fall, Spring.

RAD 478 Cr.2-4

Radiographic Pathology

This course is a study of disease processes and their radiographic appearance. Emphasis is on the detection of disorders and injuries relative to each body system and the diagnosis of pathological processes as aided by medical imaging. Prerequisite: admission to Radiologic Technology Program. Offered Fall, Spring.

RAD 479 Cr.2-5

Radiography Clinical Education V

Students will participate in radiographic procedures at various clinical education centers and demonstrate competency in radiographic practice. Performance objectives and cognitive goals reinforce basic skills and focus on the achievement of advanced skills required of the practicing radiographer. Seventy mandatory competencies are required prior to program completion. A minimum of 55 successful competency tests must be completed by the end of this course. In addition, two of these successful competency tests must be completed with a clinical instructor, and two must be completed as impromptu competency tests to demonstrate continued proficiency. Prerequisite: admission to Radiologic Technology Program. Offered Spring, Summer.

RAD 480 Cr.1-5

Seminar in Radiography IV - Image Analysis

This course covers the principles and practices associated with quality analysis and critique of the radiographic image. Emphasis is on the practical and empirical application of image analysis methods and techniques. Prerequisite: admission to Radiologic Technology Program. Offered Spring, Summer.

RAD 485 Cr.1-5

Professional Development in Radiography

This course is a comprehensive review of subjects deemed critical for the ARRT certification examination in radiography. Topics are in accordance with the content specifications of the ARRT certification examination for radiography. Activities include simulated certification examinations, discussions, and professional development seminars. Prerequisite: admission to Radiologic Technology Program. Offered Spring, Summer.

RAD 486 Cr.2-5

Radiography Clinical Education VI

Students will participate in radiographic procedures at various clinical education centers and demonstrate competency in radiographic practice. Performance objectives and cognitive goals reinforce basic skills and focus on the achievement of advanced skills required of the practicing radiographer. A minimum of 70 successful competency tests must be completed by the end of this course. In addition, one of these successful competency tests must be completed with a clinical instructor, and one must be completed as impromptu competency tests to demonstrate continued proficiency. Seventy mandatory competencies are required prior to program completion. Prerequisite: admission to Radiologic Technology Program. Offered Spring, Summer.