You will explore the structure and function of organs and systems in the normal human body. Your studies will focus on the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous and endocrine systems.

Credit Units: 3

Lecture Hours: 42

Equivalent Course(s): APHY 162

Learning Method(s): Prior Learning, Print Distance Individual, Lecture/Theory, Print Distance Group

Building on the knowledge gained in APHY 191 (Anatomy and Physiology 1), you will continue your study of the structure and function of the normal human body. Your studies will focus on the cardiovascular, immune, respiratory, digestive, urinary and reproductive systems.

Credit Units: 3

Lecture Hours: 38

Prerequisites(s): APHY 191

Learning Method(s): Prior Learning, Print Distance Individual, Lecture/Theory, Print Distance Group

You will participate in a supervised clinical experience at an assigned clinical site. You will observe and practice radiographic patient positioning, image critique and patient care skills.

Credit Units: 14

Other Hours: 216

Prerequisites(s): SIMU 281

Learning Method(s): Clinical/Practicum

You will gain an understanding of the patient's physical and emotional needs and the radiographer's role in basic patient care while undergoing medical imaging procedures. You will learn administrative procedures to ensure patient safety, standard precautions and protective techniques. You will also learn how to assess the patient's physical needs, use body mechanics and patient transfer techniques, apply infection control, recognize and report irregularities of selected medical equipment, and identify emergency procedures.

Credit Units: 2

Lecture Hours: 24

Lab Hours: 6

Prerequisites(s): INFC 180

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Print Distance Group

The course focuses on providing care to patients undergoing medical imaging procedures. Your studies will encompass applying the principles of surgical asepsis, assisting in the administration of medications, assisting in monitoring intravenous therapy, assisting in the administration of contrast media, implementing emergency procedures and monitoring medical equipment.

Credit Units: 3

Other Hours: 45

Prerequisites(s): ETHC 181

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will receive an introduction to health care and health care delivery systems. You will study the legal and ethical issues faced by health care professionals. You will discuss interpersonal and employability skills required in health care professions with an emphasis on teamwork, stress management and problem solving. You will develop critical thinking skills and conflict resolution techniques.

Credit Units: 3

Lecture Hours: 45

Equivalent Course(s): HUMR 182

Learning Method(s): Prior Learning, Lecture/Theory, Print Distance Group

You will study health care organizational behaviour and the skills required for leadership/management roles. You will discuss cooperative work relationships, conflict resolution, budgeting, strategic planning, the collective bargaining process and workload measurements. You will create workplace documents and demonstrate job search techniques.

Credit Units: 2

Lecture Hours: 30

Prerequisites(s): ETHC 185

Learning Method(s): Prior Learning, Lecture/Theory, Print Distance Group

Your studies will focus on the fundamentals of radiographic processing. The course content includes a description of screen and film combinations, operating and maintaining processors, film fault analysis, darkrooms and facets of quality control relating to x-ray film processing.

Credit Units: 2

Other Hours: 35

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Print Distance Group

You will study the factors affecting radiographic qualities, photographic effect of X-ray factors, principles of subtraction technique and duplicating methods, sensitometry, film faults and artifact analysis.

Credit Units: 2

Lecture Hours: 34

Prerequisites(s):

Learning Method(s): Print Distance Individual, Lecture/Theory

You will learn the theory and application of digital imaging equipment.

Credit Units: 2

Other Hours: 25

Prerequisites(s): IMRC 181

Learning Method(s): Prior Learning, Print Distance Individual, Lecture/Lab, Print Distance Group

You will study the transmission of microorganisms, blood-borne pathogens (i.e. hepatitis virus and HIV), standard precautions, isolation procedures, immunization for medical workers, sterilization and disinfection, biohazardous waste, safety and WHMIS.

Credit Units: 2

Lecture Hours: 23

Lab Hours: 2

Learning Method(s): Prior Learning, Print Distance Individual, Lecture/Lab, Print Distance Group, Web CT/Blackboard

You will learn to use the prefixes, suffixes and combining forms from which medical terms are derived. You will also learn to use medical abbreviations.

Credit Units: 1

Lecture Hours: 10

Equivalent Course(s): MED 161

Learning Method(s): Prior Learning, Print Distance Individual, Lecture/Theory, Print Distance Group

You will learn how to identify the pathological conditions of specific body systems as demonstrated on radiographs. At course completion, you will be able to use the required radiographic qualities to adequately illustrate the pathology in question.

Credit Units: 2

Lecture Hours: 30

Prerequisites(s): RGAN 180

Learning Method(s): Prior Learning, Lecture/Theory, Print Distance Group

Building on the knowledge you gained in PATH 179 (Radiographic Pathology 1), you will continue to learn how to identify pathological conditions relative to radiographic appearance and which projection/view would best demonstrate them. You will discuss adjustments in exposure factors and general disease processes.

Credit Units: 2

Lecture Hours: 25

Prerequisites(s): PATH 179

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory

You will be introduced to physics concepts applicable to the principles of operating x-ray generating equipment, image formation, and radiation protection.

Credit Units: 3

Lecture Hours: 38

Learning Method(s): Print Distance Individual, Lecture/Theory

You will be introduced to radiobiology and protection. You will acquire the knowledge and develop the skills needed to practice basic radiation protection during radiological examinations. The course content includes the biological effects of ionizing radiation, basic radiation protection principles and concepts, radiation monitoring, radiation protection guidelines and safety regulations, and techniques of minimizing patient dose during diagnostic imaging.

Credit Units: 2

Lecture Hours: 24

Lab Hours: 6

Learning Method(s): Prior Learning, Lecture/Lab, Print Distance Group

You will learn the theory and develop the skills of radiographic positioning and image critique for the appendicular skeleton.

Credit Units: 5

Other Hours: 68

Prerequisites(s): MTER 180, RGAN 180

Corequisites(s):

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Print Distance Group

Building on the theory and skills learned in Radiographic Technique 1 (RDGR 179) you will learn the theory and develop the skills of radiographic positioning and image critique for the axial skeleton.

Credit Units: 4

Other Hours: 60

Prerequisites(s): RDGR 179

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Print Distance Group

Building on the theory learned in RDGR 180 (Radiographic Technique 2), you will learn how to describe specialized examinations of the respiratory, gastrointestinal, genitourinary, skeletal, cardiovascular and central nervous systems. You will discuss variations in techniques for pediatrics and geriatrics. You will also learn how to identify the radiographic appearance of organs and structures for various views and projections for these systems.

Credit Units: 5

Lecture Hours: 55

Lab Hours: 15

Prerequisites(s): RDGR 180

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will learn how to identify the sectional anatomy of the head, neck, chest, abdomen and pelvis on CT and MRI images in transverse, coronal and sagittal planes. You will discuss topographical anatomy to aid in sectional anatomy and basic computed tomographic procedures.

Credit Units: 2

Lecture Hours: 35

Prerequisites(s): APHY 282, RGAN 180, RSAP 181

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory

Your studies will focus on identifying the skeletal, thoracic, abdominal and respiratory anatomy in radiographic images. Topographical anatomy will be discussed to aid in radiographic positioning.

Credit Units: 3

Lecture Hours: 40

Prerequisites(s): APHY 191, APHY 282, MTER 180

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory, Print Distance Group

You will be introduced to the function and operation of basic x-ray equipment in producing radiation. You will also study quality control and how it is applied in a practical setting.

Credit Units: 3

Other Hours: 45

Prerequisites(s): PHYS 184

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Print Distance Group

You will learn how the specialized equipment and accessories used in a medical imaging department function and operate. You will study fluoroscopy and tomography in detail. You will also investigate imaging modalities and discuss and practice appropriate quality control.

Credit Units: 3

Lecture Hours: 45

Prerequisites(s): RSAP 180

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory

You will participate in a 140 hour simulation designed to prepare you for your first clinical experience. The course will focus on skill development in the areas of patient care, diagnostic imaging procedures, equipment operation and quality control procedures. You will assume a variety of roles as you engage in authentic scenarios typically encountered in clinical radiographic practice. This experience will assist you to correlate your theory to real patient situations. Your ability to apply general employability skills will be stressed.

Credit Units: 9

Lab Hours: 140

Prerequisites(s): ETHC 182, ETHC 280, IMRC 180, IMRC 280, PATH 184, RDBG 184, RDGR 188, RDTM 182

Learning Method(s): Lab/Practical

You will participate in a supervised clinical experience at an assigned clinical site. You will maintain and build on the competencies you acquired during CLIN 290 (Clinical Radiography 2). You will expand on your radiographic patient positioning, image critique and patient care skills. You will be introduced to procedures in computed tomography and angiography.

Credit Units: 36

Other Hours: 540

Prerequisites(s): CLIN 290

Learning Method(s): Clinical/Practicum

You will participate in a supervised clinical experience at an assigned clinical site. You will maintain and build on the competencies you acquired during CLIN 194 (Clinical Radiography 3). You will expand on your radiographic patient positioning, image critique and patient care skills. You will perform procedures in computed tomography.

Credit Units: 36

Other Hours: 540

Prerequisites(s): CLIN 194

Learning Method(s): Clinical/Practicum

You will participate in a supervised clinical experience at an assigned clinical site. You will maintain and build on the competencies you acquired during CLIN 192 (Clinical Radiography 1). You will expand on your radiographic patient positioning, image critique and patient care skills.

Credit Units: 37

Other Hours: 558

Prerequisites(s): CLIN 192

Learning Method(s): Clinical/Practicum

You will receive an introduction to research concepts, methodologies and issues in health. You will demonstrate the practical application of research techniques.

Credit Units: 1

Lecture Hours: 18

Prerequisites(s): APHY 282, BIOL 181, CHEM 184, CHEM 288, CLIN 291, ETHC 280, HEMA 187, HEMA 188, HEMA 189, HSTC 187, MICR 189, PATH 181, QC 194, SIMU 281, TRFS 182

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory