This is a condensed version of syllabus: Please refer to full version of syllabus in files.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course will cover anatomy and positioning for routine and trauma radiographic procedures of the chest, abdomen, upper limb, and humerus/shoulder girdle. Course content will include patient preparation, radiation protection, clinical indications, exposure factors and image evaluation.  This course includes laboratory competency required for clinical I.

LEARNING GOALS: This course will provides precise and detailed information on various anatomical positions required to produce a medically acceptable diagnostic image. Introduction to clinical indications for radiographic examinations and analysis skills for image evaluation, as well as fundamentals of radiation protection and safety during radiographic procedures.

 Laboratory sessions include methods and adjustment of positioning for adult, pediatric, and geriatric patients. Training for technologists include setting technical factors for various body habitus and positioning aids necessary to create high-quality diagnostic images.

Upon successful completion of this course:

1. Student will translate medical terminology related to osteology and arthrology. Students will demonstrate basic positions and projections.
2. Students will perform routine and special projections of chest and upper airway.
3. Students will perform routine and special projections of abdomen.
4. Students will perform routine and special projections of upper limb.
5. Students will perform routine and special projections of humerus and shoulder girdle.
6. Students will recognize ways to perform imaging procedures on trauma patient and mobile procedures.
7. Student will demonstrate how to perform C-arm imaging exams of the chest, abdomen, upper limb, humerus, and shoulder girdle in the surgical suite.

ASSESSMENT STRATEGIES:

GRADING SCHEMATIC:

Reading & Written Assignments: All reading and written assignments should be completed prior to class, unless otherwise stated. 

Laboratory Assignments:  Students will be required to attend instructional laboratory sessions and open practice sessions.  If the student misses an evaluated laboratory session, the student will have to make up the lab before attempting signature or clinical competency testing in that specific area missed.

Projects:

1. Image Evaluation: Students will be given an image to create a written analysis, and oral presentation. Image evaluation rubric
2. Pathology: Team project – students will research clinical indications related to diseases of the cranium. Topics will be chosen in class. Written & oral presentation rubric

Student Responsibilities: To obtain maximum benefit from this course, it is the student’s responsibility for attending all scheduled classes, completing all assigned readings and instructor handouts, as well as, actively participating in class discussions and activities.   Class attendance policy will follow school policy delineated in Handbook. All students are required to meet a C or higher (75%) to maintain status within the program.

Grading Procedure and Criteria: Students are required to maintain a C (75%) or higher average to maintain their status in the program. Quiz, test, projects, and lab competency are part of overall score.

All tests will account for 40% of final grade

1. All quizzes will account for 20% of the final grade (includes Laboratory and Image Evaluation and Exposure Journal)
2. Final exam will account for 40% of final grade.
3. Didactic Attendance Policy ~ Chapter 2 Student Handbook.
4. The instructor reserves the right to revise this syllabus at any time during the semester. Advance notice of any changes may be given whenever possible.