DMSI 121 - Basic Radiation Physics and Principles

MATH 123 - Quantitative Reasoning or any of the following: MATH 118, 136, 138, 201, 202, 211, 212, 218, 219, 221, 222, 261

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PROGRAM: Diagnostic Medical Sonography
CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
LECTURE HOURS MIN: 3
TOTAL CONTACT HOURS MIN: 48
DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall 2024

This course introduces the principles of basic radiographic physics, incorporating the theory and application of radiation production and is required prior to beginning other DMSI program courses.

MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

1. Define elementary particles.
2. Demonstrate an understanding of the basic principles of atomic structure.
3. Compare and contrast mechanical and electromagnetic energy.
4. Describe the photon.
5. Differentiate between velocity, amplitude, frequency and wavelength.
6. Differentiate between isobars, isotones and isotopes.
7. Define the types of particulate radiation and their effects on surrounding tissues.
8. Define voltage, current and resistance and calculate problems for each.
9. Explain basic rules of magnetism and apply to the forces of electromagnetism.
10. Summarize the basic process for the production of x-rays.
11. Name and identify the types of x ray interactions that occur with matter.
12. Differentiate the x-ray beam’s characteristics as it interacts with matter.

• Basic principles of atomic structure
• Principles of electricity
• Electromagnetic energy and mechanical energy
• Radiation particulates
• Radiation beam formation
• Radiation interaction with matter

 
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