RADT 165 Fundamentals of Computed Tomography
A course designed to teach students how to perform computed tomography procedures on patients that results in diagnostic quality images. Topics include CT fundamentals, equipment instrumentation, data acquisition, image processing and reconstruction, patient safety, image quality, CT procedures, cross-sectional anatomy of the head and neck, chest, abdomen and pelvis, additional applications, pharmacology and venipuncture.
Prerequisite
RADT 180C with a 'C' or better or currently an ARRT Registered Technologist in Radiography
RADT 165Fundamentals of Computed Tomography
Please note: This is not a course syllabus. A course syllabus is unique to a particular section of a course by instructor. This curriculum guide provides general information about a course.
I. General Information
II. Course Specification
Credit Hours Narrative
3 Credits
Semester Contact Hours Lecture
45
Semester Contact Hours Lab
0
Semester Contact Hours Clinical
0
Prerequisite Narrative
RADT 180C with a 'C' or better or currently an ARRT Registered Technologist in Radiography
III. Catalog Course Description
A course designed to teach students how to perform computed tomography procedures on patients that results in diagnostic quality images. Topics include CT fundamentals, equipment instrumentation, data acquisition, image processing and reconstruction, patient safety, image quality, CT procedures, cross-sectional anatomy of the head and neck, chest, abdomen and pelvis, additional applications, pharmacology and venipuncture.
IV. Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:
- Explain the principles and technological components of computed tomography (CT) imaging systems.
- Perform CT image acquisition with a focus on patient positioning and image quality optimization.
- Analyze CT images to identify normal anatomical structures and potential pathologies.
- Apply radiation protection techniques specific to CT imaging to minimize patient and personnel exposure.
- Communicate effectively with patients and healthcare staff while performing and analyzing CT procedures.
V. Topical Outline (Course Content)
VI. Delivery Methodologies