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  • RADS 150: Clinical Practice II

    2.00 Credits
    Community College of Beaver County

    Content and clinical practice experiences are designed to sequentially develop, apply, critically analyze, integrate, synthesize and evaluate concepts and theories in the performance of radiologic procedures. Through structured, sequential, competency-based clinical assignments, concepts of team practice, patient-centered clinical practice and professional development are discussed, examined and evaluated. Clinical practice experiences should be designed to provide patient care and assessment, competent performance of radiologic imaging and total quality management. Levels of competency and outcomes measurement ensure the well-being of the patient preparatory to, during and following the radiologic procedure. Clinical Rational - To meet the competency requirements as designated by the ARRT, adequate clinical time is allotted based on a pre-determined ratio of clinical hours. (0-14-2) Prerequisite:    RADS 120
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  • RADS 160: Radiologic Procedures II

    4.00 Credits
    Community College of Beaver County

    Content is designed to provide the knowledge base necessary to perform standard imaging procedures and special studies. Consideration is given to the evaluation of optimal diagnostic images. Continuation of Fundamentals of Radiologic Science radiography, Radiographic Procedures I and Radiographic Procedures lab and to include digestive, urinary, biliary systems and head work. (4-0-4) Prerequisite:    RADS 110 and RADS 130
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  • RADS 166: Pathology

    3.00 Credits
    Community College of Beaver County

    Content is designed to introduce concepts related to disease and etiological considerations with emphasis on radiographic appearance of disease and impact on exposure factor selection. Students will be required to submit various assignments dealing with the various aspects of disease pathology. Writing intensive study of theories of disease causation and the pathophysiologic disorders compromising health systems with emphasis on radiographic presentation. (3-0-3) Prerequisite:    RADS 100, RADS 110, RADS 120, RADS 130, RADS 140, and RADS 150
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  • RADS 170: Clinical Practice III

    4.00 Credits
    Community College of Beaver County

    Content and clinical practice experiences are designed to sequentially develop, apply, critically analyze, integrate, synthesize and evaluate concepts and theories in the performance of radiologic procedures. Through structured, sequential, competency-based clinical assignments, concepts of team practice, patient-centered clinical practice and professional development are discussed, examined and evaluated. Clinical practice experiences should be designed to provide patient care and assessment, competent performance of radiologic imaging and total quality management. Levels of competency and outcomes measurement ensure the well-being of the patient preparatory to, during and following the radiologic procedure. Clinical Rational - To meet the competency requirements as designated by the ARRT, adequate clinical time is allotted based on a pre-determined ratio of clinical hours. (0-28-4) Prerequisite:    RADS 110 and RADS 130
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  • RADS 200: Imaging Equipment I

    3.00 Credits
    Community College of Beaver County

    Content is designed to establish a knowledge base in radiographic, fluoroscopic, mobile and tomographic equipment requirements and design. The content also provides a basic knowledge of quality control. (3-0-3) Prerequisite:    RADS 110 and RADS 145
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  • RADS 202: Imaging Equipment II

    2.00 Credits
    Community College of Beaver County

    Content is designed to establish a knowledge base in radiographic, fluoroscopic, mobile and tomographic equipment requirements and design. A knowledge base of the components, principles and operation of digital imaging systems found in diagnostic radiology will be presented. The content also provides a basic knowledge of quality control. (2-0-2) Prerequisite:    RADS 110, RADS 145, and RADS 200
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  • RADS 205: Exposure I

    2.00 Credits
    Community College of Beaver County

    Content is designed to establish a knowledge base in factors that govern the image production process. Film imaging with related accessories is emphasized. (2-0-2) Prerequisite:    RADS 110 and RADS 145
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  • RADS 207: Exposure II

    2.00 Credits
    Community College of Beaver County

    Contents are designed to establish a knowledge base in factors that govern the image production process. Film imaging with related accessories is emphasized. Provide a basis for analyzing radiographic images. Also, included are the importance of minimum imaging standards, discussion of a problem-solving technique for image evaluation and the factors that can affect image quality. Actual images will be included for analysis. With factors that impact image acquisition, display, archiving and retrieval are discussed. Guidelines for selecting exposure factors and evaluating images within a digital system assist students to bridge between film-based and digital imaging systems. (2-0-2) Prerequisite:    RADS 205
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  • RADS 210: Patient Care II

    3.00 Credits
    Community College of Beaver County

    Content is designed to provide additional concepts of patient care, including consideration for the physical and psychological needs of the patient and family. Routine and emergency patient care procedures are described, as well as infection control procedures using standard precautions. The role of the radiographer in patient education is identified. Patient Care II deals with more complex patient conditions, procedures, and invasive procedures and relates best practice standards to the patient condition and procedure. All of the information in Patient Care I must be applied consistently and critical thinking skills are further developed with an increased knowledge level. Content is designed to provide basic concepts of pharmacology. The theory and practice of basic techniques of venipuncture and administration of diagnostic contrast agents and/or intravenous medications is included. The appropriate delivery of patient care during these procedures is emphasized. (3-0-3) Prerequisite:    RADS 100
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  • RADS 215: Advanced Procedures/Registry Prep

    2.00 Credits
    Community College of Beaver County

    Content is designed to provide entry-level radiography students with principles related to computed tomography (CT) imaging. There will be an emphasis on specialized positioning and advanced radiographic procedures. This includes cross-sectional anatomy. This course will provide assistance and review material from all radiological science courses, with emphasis on National Certification Examination and career planning. (2-0-2) Prerequisite:    RADS 110, RADS 130, and RADS 160
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