VETN 205 - Diag Imag Techniques
PREREQUISITES: Program Chair Approval
CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3 CREDIT HOURS MAX: 3
LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2 LECTURE HOURS MAX: 2
LAB HOURS MIN: 2 LAB HOURS MAX: 2
INTERNSHIP/EXTERNSHIP HOURS MIN: 0 INTERNSHIP/EXTERNSHIP HOURS MAX: 0
CO-OP/INTERNSHIP HOURS MIN: 0 CO-OP/INTERNSHIP HOURS MAX: 0
CLINICAL - NURSING HOURS MIN: 0 CLINICAL - NURSING HOURS MAX: 0
CLINICAL - HEALTH SCIENCES HOURS MIN: 0 CLINICAL - HEALTH SCIENCES HOURS MAX: 0
STUDIO HOURS MIN: 0 STUDIO HOURS MAX: 0
PRACTICUM HOURS MIN: 0 PRACTICUM HOURS MAX: 0
CLINICAL APPLICATION HOURS MIN: 0 CLINICAL APPLICATION HOURS MAX: 0
ON THE JOB TRAINING MIN: 0 ON THE JOB TRAINING MAX: 0
TOTAL CONTACT HOURS MIN: 64 TOTAL CONTACT HOURS MAX: 64
This course introduces radiation and safety principles involved in using x-ray machines. This course covers the practical application of radiography in the veterinary profession and includes principles of x-ray production, the operation and uses of x-ray machines, the care and development of films, and radiographic positioning of animals.
MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:
1. Describe the uses and functioning of various types of medical imaging equipment.
2. Implement and observe recommended radiation safety measures.
3. Evaluate radiographic images for proper radiographic technique and patient positioning.
4. Explain the clinical uses of alternative imaging technologies.
5. Utilize radiographic equipment to expose and develop radiographic films in order to create diagnostic radiographic images.
6. Properly label and file radiographic films and complete radiographic logs and reports.
7. Utilize radiographic contrast agents to produce diagnostic images of urinary and GI organs.
8. Perform radiographic techniques utilized in screening for canine hip dysplasia.
9. Demonstrate proper maintenance and troubleshooting of radiographic equipment.
10. Position companion animals safely and humanely for radiographic studies.
COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include - * Use of medical imaging equipment
* Maintenance and quality control of medical imaging equipment
* Maintaining radiation saftey measures for people and patients
* Evaluation of radiographic images for proper technique and positioning
* Labeling, filing, and maintenance of medical imaging records
* Use of radiographic contrast agents
* Restraint and positioning of animal patients
GRADING POLICY
A = 90-100
B = 80-89
C = 70-79
D = 60-69
F = <60
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