RAD 200 - Radiographic Principles I

4 credit(s)
An introduction to the physical principles and technical factors that govern the production of a radiographic image. The basic principles of patient and personnel radiation protection are introduced. Additional topics include the radiographic imaging chain, x-ray tube components and function, beam restriction, and digital image acquisition, processing, display and archival. A laboratory component is included for the performance of experiments in radiographic imaging techniques within our energized x-ray facility.
Prerequisite(s): Radiologic technology major; a minimum grade of C+ is required in each of the following: CH 110 or CH 114; M 110 or M 140 or M 144; RAD 102; BIO 122; PHY 101 or PHY 102 or PHY 103 or PHY 120.
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