RAD 111 — Radiographic Positioning I — 5.0
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This course reviews specific anatomy as it appears on x-ray images such as chest and abdomen, upper and lower limbs, shoulder and pelvic girdles, and vertebral column systems. Students learn positional techniques used to take appropriate radiographs of each body part based on the physician’s request. Correct alignment of radiographic equipment is emphasized. Exposure factors, patient apprehension, safety and comfort are addressed.
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RAD 113 — Patient Care and Ethics I — 2.0
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Students learn the necessary skills for meeting the physical and emotional needs of the patient. Patient preparation required to perform a radiographic examination is emphasized.
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RAD 114 — Radiographic Image Evaluation I — 2.0
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This course introduces essential technical factors used to evaluate radiographic quality including collimation, shielding, positioning, anatomical anomalies, density, contrast and film artifacts in the developed radiograph. Types of images being evaluated build as students’ knowledge of positioning grows.
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RAD 115 — Radiographic Principles I — 3.0
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This course introduces various forms of imaging. Students learn the basic principles of radiographic exposure, formulation of techniques and purpose, and the use of accessories such as grids, screens, collimators, filters and the x-ray tube.
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RAD 116 — Clinical Education I — 8.0
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Students learn radiographic positioning, darkroom and office procedures, patient management and critical analysis of radiographs in a clinical setting. Students develop psychomotor skills, cognitive domain and affective behavior in the science of radiographic technology.
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RAD 121 — Radiographic Positioning II — 3.0
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This course reviews the anatomy of each body part and system such as GI, Urinary, respiratory, bony thorax, and reproductive. Students learn positional techniques used to take appropriate radiographs of each body part or system based on the physician’s request. Correct alignment of the image receptor and x-ray tube is emphasized. Exposure factors, patient apprehension, safety and comfort are covered. Prerequisite: RAD 111.
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RAD 123 — Patient Care and Ethics II — 2.0
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This course continues with the concepts introduced in RAD 113. Students learn the necessary skills for meeting the physical and emotional needs of the patient. Patient preparation required to perform a radiographic examination is emphasized. Potential situations that may lead to litigation are covered. Students also learn to protect themselves and the patient. Prerequisite: RAD 113.
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RAD 124 — Radiographic Image Evaluation II — 2.0
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Students build on the skills introduced in RAD 114 and develop radiographic assessment skills based on technical factors such as collimation, shielding, positioning, anatomical anomalies, density, contrast and image artifacts. Prerequisite: RAD 114.
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RAD 125 — Radiographic Principles II — 3.0
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This course continues with the concepts introduced in RAD 115. Students learn about radiation protection and use of protective devices. Film and film holders are emphasized. Students learn about radiation processing chemicals, darkroom design and care are emphasized. Prerequisite: RAD 115.
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RAD 126 — Clinical Education II — 9.0
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Students learn radiographic positioning, darkroom and office procedures, patient management and critical analysis of radiographs in a clinical setting. Students continue to develop psychomotor skills, cognitive domain and affective behavior in the science of radiographic technology. Prerequisite: RAD 116.
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RAD 127 — Mobile/Surgical Procedures — 1.0
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This course reviews common mobile/surgical procedures using positional techniques to take appropriate radiographs of each body part based on the physician’s request. Students review correct alignment of radiographic equipment, exposure factors, patient apprehension, safety and comfort.
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RAD 131 — Radiographic Positioning III — 2.0
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Students review the anatomy of the skull and facial bones and positional techniques utilized to take appropriate radiographs based on the physician’s request. Correct alignment of image, anatomy and x-ray tube are emphasized. Students prepare for comprehensive tests. Prerequisite: RAD 121.
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RAD 132 — Radiation Physics — 2.0
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This course reviews principles and concepts of scientific measurement, molecular theory, matter and energy, and electricity, magnetism and circuitry. Particular emphasis is placed on imaging modalities, x-ray circuitry, and the principles and production of x-rays.
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RAD 134 — Radiographic Image Evaluation III — 2.0
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Students continue to develop radiographic assessment skills based on technical factors such as collimation, shielding, positioning, anatomical anomalies, density, contrast and image artifacts. Prerequisite: RAD 124.
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RAD 136 — Clinical Education III — 9.0
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This course continues with the development of clinical skills introduced in RAD 126. Prerequisite: RAD 126.
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RAD 141 — Radiographic Positioning IV — 2.0
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This course is a review of specific anatomy as it appears on x-ray images such as nervous, biliary arthrography and tomography systems. Students learn positional techniques used to take appropriate radiographs of each body part based on the physician’s request. Correct alignment of radiographic equipment is emphasized. Exposure factors, patient apprehension, safety and comfort are addressed. Prerequisite: RAD 131.
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RAD 144 — Radiographic Image Evaluation IV — 1.0
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Students continue to develop radiographic assessment skills based on technical factors such as collimation, shielding, positioning, anatomical anomalies, density, contrast and image artifacts. Prerequisite: RAD 134.
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RAD 145 — Radiographic Principles III — 2.0
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This course continues with the concepts introduced in RAD 125. Students learn about computerized and digital imaging, while radiation protection is emphasized. Prerequisite: RAD 125.
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RAD 146 — Clinical Education IV — 7.0
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This course continues with the development of clinical skills introduced in RAD 136. Prerequisite: RAD 136.
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RAD 156 — Clinical Education X — 1.0-7.0 Credits
Students learn radiographic clinical cat scan procedures. Prerequisite: The student must be enrolled in Yakima Valley Community College's online CT didactic courses. Students must be a licensed technologist within the state of Washington and the ARRT.
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RAD 157 — Clinical Education XI — 1.0-7.0 Credits
Students learn radiographic clinical cat scan procedures. Prerequisite: The student must be enrolled in Yakima Valley Community College's online CT didactic courses. Students must be a licensed technologist within the state of Washington and the ARRT.
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RAD 211 — Radiographic Positioning V — 1.0
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This course is a review of specific anatomy as it appears on x-ray images such as chest and abdomen, upper and lower limbs, shoulder and pelvic girdles, bony thorax, vertebral column and gastrointestinal systems. Students learn positional techniques used to take appropriate radiographs of each body part based on the physician’s request. Correct alignment of radiographic equipment is emphasized. Exposure factors, patient apprehension, safety and comfort are addressed. Prerequisite: RAD 141.
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RAD 212 — Quality Management — 2.0
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This course introduces quality assurance programs and techniques used in film quality evaluation, processing and x-ray instrumentation. Students study the theory and practical application of quality assurance.
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RAD 213 — Various Modalities — 2.0
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This course introduces the elements of ultrasound technology principles, nuclear medicine, mammography, radiation therapy, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and other special procedures. Principles of interventional and angiographic procedures, angiographic equipment and visualized anatomy are addressed. History of development, application and image presentation also are presented. The scope of medical imaging techniques and their correlation is emphasized.
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RAD 214 — Radiographic Image Evaluation V — 2.0
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This course introduces essential technical factors used to evaluate radiographic quality including collimation, shielding, positioning, anatomical anomalies and density, contrast, and film artifacts in the developed radiograph. Types of images being evaluated build as the students’ knowledge of positioning grows. Prerequisite: RAD 134.
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RAD 215 — Radiation Biology and Protection — 1.0
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This course introduces the effects of ionizing radiation on biologic tissue. An overview of pertinent pathological diseases is presented, and the concepts of radiation protection is discussed and emphasized.
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RAD 216 — Clinical Education V — 9.0
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This course continues with the development of clinical skills introduced in RAD 146. Prerequisite: RAD 146.
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RAD 223 — Radiation Pathology — 2.0
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A radiologist discusses disease processes, anomalies and technical factors related to properly completed radiographs.
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RAD 224 — Radiographic Image Evaluation VI — 2.0
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This course introduces essential technical factors used to evaluate radiographic quality including collimation, shielding, positioning, anatomical anomalies and density, contrast, and film artifacts in the developed radiograph. Types of images being evaluated build as the students’ knowledge of positioning grows. Prerequisite: RAD 214.
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RAD 225 — Skull and GI Review — 1.0
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This course reviews the positional techniques utilized when taking radiographs of the skull and GI system based on the physician’s request.
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RAD 226 — Clinical Education VI — 9.0
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This course continues with the development of clinical skills introduced in RAD 216. Prerequisite: RAD 216.
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RAD 235 — Pharmacology/Venipuncture — 2.0
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Students learn safe administration of pharmaceuticals including clinical experience in needle placement. Needle insertion and contrast media injection, and principles of pharmacological agents used in a radiology department are emphasized.
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RAD 236 — Clinical Education VII — 9.0
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This course continues with the development of clinical skills introduced in RAD 226. Prerequisite: RAD 226.
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RAD 237 — Review and Registration Preparation — 3.0
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Students review all the material covered in previous radiology technology courses in preparation of the ARRT examination which may be taken on or after the day of graduation from the program.
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RAD 238 — Cat Scan — 1.0
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Course content is designed to provide entry-level radiography students with principles related to computed tomography (CT) imaging. This course includes instruction on the history, various components, operations and processes applied in CT. The students will also be instructed on the appropriate radiation protection that should be utilized.
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RAD 239 — Advanced Image Evaluation — 1.0
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This course will review cross-sectional anatomy for various imaging modalities, such as CT, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, Sonography, PET scan, and Interventional and Cardiac Procedures. The students will access such factors as what projection/view is shown, anatomical anomalies, contrast, brightness, artifacts, and central ray correctly centered in the final images. The students will interact through classroom discussions and discussion board communications through the LMS.
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