RADT 117 Radiographic Image Production

This course introduces the fundamental principles of radiographic image production. Students develop the ability to select appropriate exposure techniques, produce diagnostic-quality radiographic images, and evaluate radiographs for proper exposure and image quality. Topics include principles of image production, exposure technique selection, image quality characteristics, image receptor exposure, image processing, and systematic image evaluation. The course also provides an overview of the discovery of x-rays and key historical developments that have shaped the profession of radiography. Principles of patient and occupational radiation dose management, along with an introduction to dynamic imaging, are incorporated.

Credits

2

Prerequisite

Pre- or corequisite: RADT 106 and RADT 108, BIOL 203/203L, and MATH 138 or higher

Corequisite

RADT 116 and RADT 118

Hours Weekly

3 hours theory, 4 hours lab weekly

A graduate should be able to

1. Describe the function of Automatic Exposure Control (AEC) and its relationship to radiographic exposure technique selection and anatomical programming.
2. Evaluate radiographic images for quality, including contrast, spatial resolution, distortion, and image receptor exposure.
3. Explain the fundamental principles of radiographic image production, including factors that influence image quality such as exposure technique, receptor exposure, and image processing.
4. Select and apply appropriate radiographic exposure techniques to produce diagnostic-quality images while adhering to radiation protection principles.
5. Describe the discovery of x-rays and its global impact on the development of radiographic practice.
6. Apply principles of radiation dose management to protect patients and healthcare personnel during radiographic procedures.

A graduate should be able to

1. Describe the function of Automatic Exposure Control (AEC) and its relationship to radiographic exposure technique selection and anatomical programming.

   Learning Activity Artifact

   • Other (please fill out box below)
   • Final exam

   Procedure for Assessing Student Learning

   • Other (please fill out box below)
   • AEC related select questions

   Program Goal(s)

   Degree: Radiologic (X-Ray) Technology - A.A.S. Degree (Career)

   Practice as clinically competent entry-level technologists.

   Degree: Radiologic (X-Ray) Technology - A.A.S. Degree (Career)

   Display strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

   Degree: Radiologic (X-Ray) Technology - A.A.S. Degree (Career)

   Display proficiency in digital imaging skills.

2. Evaluate radiographic images for quality, including contrast, spatial resolution, distortion, and image receptor exposure.

   Learning Activity Artifact

   • Other (please fill out box below)
   • Final Exam

   Procedure for Assessing Student Learning

   • Other (please fill out box below)
   • Image analysis related select-questions

   Program Goal(s)

   Degree: Radiologic (X-Ray) Technology - A.A.S. Degree (Career)

   Practice as clinically competent entry-level technologists.

   Degree: Radiologic (X-Ray) Technology - A.A.S. Degree (Career)

   Display strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

3. Explain the fundamental principles of radiographic image production, including factors that influence image quality such as exposure technique, receptor exposure, and image processing.

   Learning Activity Artifact

   • Other (please fill out box below)
   • Final exam

   Procedure for Assessing Student Learning

   • Other (please fill out box below)
   • Image production related select-questions

   Program Goal(s)

   Degree: Radiologic (X-Ray) Technology - A.A.S. Degree (Career)

   Practice as clinically competent entry-level technologists.

4. Select and apply appropriate radiographic exposure techniques to produce diagnostic-quality images while adhering to radiation protection principles.

   Learning Activity Artifact

   • Other (please fill out box below)
   • Final Exam

   Procedure for Assessing Student Learning

   • Other (please fill out box below)
   • Exposure techniques related select-questions

   Program Goal(s)

   Degree: Radiologic (X-Ray) Technology - A.A.S. Degree (Career)

   Practice as clinically competent entry-level technologists.

   Degree: Radiologic (X-Ray) Technology - A.A.S. Degree (Career)

   Display proficiency in digital imaging skills.

5. Describe the discovery of x-rays and its global impact on the development of radiographic practice.

   This objective is a course Goal Only

   Learning Activity Artifact

   • Other (please fill out box below)
   • Light touch Global competency project

   Procedure for Assessing Student Learning

   • Global Competency Rubric
6. Apply principles of radiation dose management to protect patients and healthcare personnel during radiographic procedures.

   Learning Activity Artifact

   • Other (please fill out box below)
   • Class Activity: Radiation Dose Optimization Scenario

   Procedure for Assessing Student Learning

   • Other (please fill out box below)
   • Project Rubric

   Program Goal(s)

   Degree: Radiologic (X-Ray) Technology - A.A.S. Degree (Career)

   Practice as clinically competent entry-level technologists.