RAT 2543 Radiologic Sciences III

Fundamental principles of molecular and cellular effects of x-ray interaction, along with a comprehensive study of health physics and radiation protection to include quality management and quality assurance testing of the radiographic system. Includes basic principles and applications of computed tomography.

Prerequisites: RAT 2442

Course Outcomes

• Describe the effects of irradiation of macromolecules, along with the radiolysis of water and the principle of target theory.
• Describe the laws, physical, and biological factors that affect radiation response.
• Describe acute radiation syndromes, local tissue damage, cytogenetic effects, late effects of radiation exposure.
• Explain health physics, the principles of radiation protection, and design principles as they pertain to As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) concepts.
• Identify and discuss the need for quality management in diagnostic imaging.
• Describe the basic principles of computed tomography and practical applications of CT in medical imaging.
• Identify and discuss the various quality management tools and procedures of radiographic imaging systems.

Credit Hours: 2

• Classroom: 2 hours

• Division: Health Sciences
• Department: Radiologic Technology

• Repeatable Credit: No
• Offered Online: No