Radiography (Radiologic Technology) Course Descriptions

RTE 1000
Orientation to Radiographic Technology
2 hr., 2 credits.
This course is an introduction to the radiography profession,
the role of the technologist as a member of the health care
team, ethics, basic hospital and medical terminology, and
principles of physical science. back to top

RTE 1111
Radiographic Nursing Procedures
2 hrs., 2 credits. Prerequisite: BSC 1084C
The course will introduce nursing techniques and patient
care as related to the diagnostic and fluoroscopic practices of
patient care in the radiology department. back to top

RTE 1418
Principles of Radiographic Exposure I
2 hrs., 2 credits. Prerequisite: RTE 1503; Corequisite: RTE 1513
The objective of this course is to provide an introduction to
basic principles of radiographic exposure and processing.
Topics include radiographic density, contrast, definition,
distortion, film, latent image formation, and processing. back to top

RTE 1458
Principles of Radiographic Exposure II
3 hrs., 3 credits. Prerequisite: RTE 1418
The objective of this course is to provide advanced,
comprehensive instruction and discussion in principles of
radiographic exposure. Topics include detailed instruction in
the control of exposure and quality using mass, kvp, SID,
geometric factors, autotiming devices, grids, screens, beam
restrictors and filters. Tube rating and technique charts will
also be evaluated. back to top

RTE 1503
Radiographic Positioning I
2 hrs. Lecture, 2 hrs. Lab, 3 credits.
This course will consist of a lecture-laboratory study of
basic routine positions of the chest, abdomen, upper and
lower extremities, shoulder, and sternum. back to top

RTE 1513
Radiographic Positioning II
3 hrs., 3 credits. Prerequisite: RTE 1503
A study of basic anatomy, physiology, and positioning of
all routine contrast examinations and all routine spine
examinations. back to top

RTE 2523 Radiographic Positioning III
3 hrs., 3 credits. Prerequiste: RTE 1513
This course provides lecture study of all routine head examinations and an overview of special procedures, CT and MRI.

RTE 1613
Radiographic Physics
3 hrs., 3 credits. Prerequisite: MAT 1033; Corequisite: RTE
1458
The basic objective of this course is to present to students
a comprehensive look at the principles of radiation physics.
The course includes the fundamentals of electrical generation,
properties of X-rays, production of X-rays, attenuation factors,
and special radiology equipment and circuits. back to top

RTE 1804
Radiographic Clinical I
16 hrs. Lab, 2 credits. Prerequisite: Current BCLS Certification;
Corequisite: RTE 1503
During the first clinical experience students will be assigned
to observe, assist in performing, then perform examinations of
the chest, abdomen, extremities and bony thorax. back to top

RTE 1814
Radiographic Clinical II
18 hrs. Lab, 3 credits. Prerequisite: RTE 1804
In the second clinical experience students continue to
practice and master learned competencies. In addition,
students begin rotations in diagnostic fluoroscopy examinations
and perform examinations of the spines. back to top

RTE 2061
Radiographic Seminar
4 hrs., 4 credits. Prerequisite: RTE 2782C;
Corequisite: RTE 2854
This course provides a comprehensive review of patient
care, image production and evaluation, equipment operation
and maintenance, radiographic procedures and radiation
protection. back to top

RTE 2385
Radiation Biology and Protection
2 hrs., 2 credits. Prerequisite: RTE 2523
This course includes a study of radiation interaction and
its effects biologically. Radiation dangers and safety procedures
used in response to these dangers are the basic content
of this course. X-ray equipment, radiation quantities and units
of radiation protection, the MPD, detection instruments,
images, and basic protection methods are discussed, relating
these to state regulations, licensing, and federal standards for
radiation safety. back to top

RTE 2458L
Radiographic Quality Assurance
2 hrs., 2 credits. Prerequisite: RTE 1418
The course covers all aspects of radiology quality assurance. back to top

RTE 2762
Cross-Section Anatomy
1 hr., 1 credit. Prerequisite: RTE 1513
This course is offered to study the human anatomy in
cross-section through the head, thorax and abdomen. This
information is used in CT and MRI rotations. back to top

RTE 2782C
Radiographic Pathology
2 hrs., 2 credits.
Students will be introduced to pathology as it relates to
radiology diagnosis and treatment. back to top

RTE 2824
Radiographic Clinical III
24 hrs. Lab, 3 credits. Prerequisite: RTE 1814
In the third clinical period students continue to practice
and master past competencies. In addition, face and head
examinations, portable xray examinations, operating room
rotations and special procedure observations occur. CT and
MRI rotations begin. back to top

RTE 2834
Radiographic Clinical IV
30 hrs. Lab, 4 credits. Prerequisite: RTE 2824
In the fourth clinical assignment, students begin learning
to perform special procedures and tomography. back to top

RTE 2844
Radiographic Clinical V
30 hrs. Lab, 4 credits. Prerequisite: RTE 2834
In the fifth clinical period, students will continue to learn in
the R/F assignments, operating room and special procedures.
Students will practice non-routine procedures and learn pathology
by listening to radiologists report findings on X-ray exams. back to top

RTE 2854
Radiographic Clinical VI
36 hrs. Lab, 5 credits. Prerequisite: RTE 2844
In the final clinical period students are assigned advanced
procedures. Students are encouraged to perfect their
procedures and to gain speed in performance. back to top