RTE 1418C - Radiologic Science

Credits: 4

This course is primarily concerned with content specifications within the image production and evaluation category of the ARRT examination in radiography. The topics include: density, contrast, detail, distortion, latitude, beam restriction and filtration, control of scatter and secondary radiation, technique formulation, exposure calculation, film handling and storage, characteristics of image receptors, intensifying screens, grids, film processing, digital processing, artifacts, silver recovery, image evaluation, analysis, and evaluation of image quality. Additional topics include: imaging standards, corrective action, equipment quality control procedures and quality improvement methodology. Laboratory activities will require students to perform experiments related to the topics described above, and various types of quality control tests, and image analysis procedures.

Terms Offered: Fall

Contact Hours: 5
Hours: 5