RADIATION PHYSICS

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Content establishes a basic knowledge of radiation production and characteristics of atomic structure and terminology. Also presented are the nature and characteristics of radiation, x-ray production, and the fundamentals of photon interactions with matter. Additionally , the course establishes a knowledge base in imaging eq uipment of radiographic, fluoroscopic and mobile equipment requirements and design. The content also provides a basic knowledge of quality control. Lecture 1 hour, Lab 5 hours. 123L RADIATION PHYSICS LAB 0 credit hours LAB: Content establishes a basic knowledge of radiation production and characteristics of atomic structure and terminology. Also presente d are the nature and characteristics of radiation, x -ray production, and the fundamentals of photon interactions with matter. Additionally, the course establishes a knowledge base in imaging equipment of radiographic, fluoroscopic and mobile equipment requirements and design. The content also provides a basic knowledge of quality control. Lecture 1 hour, Lab 5 hours. Prerequisite: Acceptance into Radiologic Technology Program and department permission. Corequisite: RAD 2123. Will not satisfy general education science requirements. (Fall) RAD 2134 RADIOGRAPHIC PROCEDURES AND IMAGE ANALYSIS I 4 credit hours Content provides the knowledge base necessary to perform standard imaging procedures and special studies within the corresponding semester. Consideration i s given to the evaluation of optimal diagnostic images. Content provides a basis for analyzing radiographic images. Included are the importance of optimal imaging standards, discussion of a problem-solving technique for image evaluation and the factors than can affect image quality. Actual images will be included for analysis. Additionally, this course establishes a knowledge base in radiography anatomy and physiology taught within the…