The major topics in the course include:
1. Evaluation of radiographic technique
- review of quality and positioning of radiographic views
- causes of common radiographic artifacts
- discussion of processing errors
- components of a diagnostic X-ray
- formulation of multiple technique charts
2. Radiographic studies in the equine species
- positioning of patients
- considerations for portable and mobile X-ray units
- techniques for developing X-rays in the field
3. Special radiographic techniques and studies
- of the digestive system, including Barium studies
- of the urinary system, including pyelograms and cystograms of the oral cavity
4. Advanced imaging techniques
- digital radiography
- ultrasound
- computed tomography
- magnetic resonance imaging
5. Radiotherapy
- indications and implications
- use as a treatment modality
This course involves one hour per week of classroom instruction and two hours per week of laboratory activity for six weeks. Students will also spend four hours per week for six weeks in Workplace Lab Instruction in small and large animal veterinary clinics to develop their practical skills. Finally, a three week practicum will allow students individual internship experience.
Quiz # 1 10
Quiz # 2 10
Laboratory Assignments & Projects 20-40
Professionalism/WBI evaluations 10-25
Final Examination 25-30
100%
Grades: A+ 95-100, A 90-94, A- 85-89, B+ 80-84, B 75-79, B- 70-74,
C+ 65-69, C 60-64, C- 55-59, P 50-54, F 0-49.
Upon completion of this course students will be able to:
1. recognize & evaluate technical errors and artifacts on a radiograph, their causes and prevention.
2. understand the positioning of equine patients for routine radiographic studies.
3. explain and demonstrate the special radiographic techniques of the digestive and urinary systems, including
the upper GI series
4. formulate radiographic technique charts.
5. discuss the legal ownership of radiographs and their proper handling.
6. investigate the principles of digital radiography.
7. discuss the fundamentals of ultrasonongraphy and other specialized imaging techniques including CT and MRI.
8. demonstrate basic positioning for dental radiography.
9. define radiotherapy and its indications.
Textbooks and Materials to be Purchased by Students
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| Institution | Transfer Details for AHTT 2309 | |
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| There are no applicable transfer credits for this course. | ||