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CT Physics, Instrumentation, and Procedures II

Course Information

Subject

MIM

Course Number

254

Status

Active

Course Title

CT Physics, Instrumentation, and Procedures II

Course Description

This course introduces the student to the principles of single slice, multislice and volume scanning computed tomography. It will also cover CT fluoroscopy, angiography, and quality control. Other topics include patient care and assessment, medical emergencies, radiation protection, aseptic techniques and imaging procedures of the musculoskeletal and reproductive systems. Trauma imaging will also be discussed for the central nervous, respiratory, cardiovascular, digestive, urinary, musculoskeletal and reproductive systems.

Minimum Credit Hours

3

Maximum Credit Hours

3

Total Completions Allowed for Credit

1

Lecture - Lab Hours

(3-0)

Requirements

Prerequisite: MIM 252 (C or better) and Acceptance into the CT program OR Approval by department chair

PCS Code

1.2

Department(s)