Course Descriptions

PROG 209 - Client-Side Web Programming I

• Apply the basic steps from planning to production for web page development using advanced HTML5, the current and/or latest version of cascading style sheets (CSS), JavaScript, and jQuery Debug code across multiple browsers taking advantage of breakpoints, inspect variables, and analyze network resources to verify all parts are loading.
• Integrate the CSS Box Model with programming practices.
• Configure web pages with HTML5 structural elements including media and interactive elements.
• Instantiate and use objects including Web Forms and controls.
• Develop custom JavaScript objects and functions.
• Use the HTML5 Canvas for applications and games utilizing media queries.

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PROG 210 - Enterprise Software Development II

• Develop data driven applications
• Write code to query relational databases
• Write code to update data in relational databases
• Write middle tier classes to encapsulate data access functionality
• Describe the role of XML when working with relational data
• Describe the role of web services in application development

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PROG 219 - Client-Side Web Programming II

• Design and create JavaScript objects and functions using prototypes and callbacks and utilizing the constructor function and the new keyword.
• Contrast the differences between client side languages and server-side technologies.
• Develop server-side JavaScript programs using Node Debug code across multiple browsers, devices, platforms and on servers.
• Describe the relationships in HTML using the Document Object Model (DOM).
• Develop advanced applications and games utilizing open source JavaScript Packages.
• Create scalable vector graphics (SVG) and raster based animation on the HTML Canvas.
• Develop automated tests with open source testing frameworks such as Jasmine.

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PROG 225 - Enterprise Software Development Project

• Use basic project management skills to plan and implement a software development project.
• Create a software application solution to a business problem by using techniques learned in previous courses including Web interface development, exception handling, relational database access, report development and object oriented programming concepts.
• Test, debug and deploy the application solution.

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PROG 260 - Advanced Topics in Object Oriented Programming

• Write code to construct, populate, and use sequential data structures.
• Implement application using both array-based and linked list-based implementations.
• Analyze the runtime performance of common algorithms.
• Implement recursive and non-recursive programs that demonstrate the run time and space performance tradeoffs.
• Identify techniques to resolve hash table collisions.
• Implement routines to manipulate heaps.
• Use the steps of common sorting algorithms such as quicksort, mergesort, and heapsort to demonstrate runtime performance considerations.

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PROG 270 - Introduction to Mobile Computing Technologies

• Explain what Mobile Computing Devices and Applications are
• Compare and contrast current Mobile Computing Technologies from the standpoint of:

• Platforms
• Connectivity
• Usability
• Security

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PROG 272 - Implementing a Mobile Solution

• Design, write, compile, debug and execute well engineered and maintainable mobile programs using Object Oriented techniques and programming.
• Identify the role and impacts of sensors, storage, graphics, and networks in mobile applications.
• Create and set up simple Server services to provide application data. Publish and maintain the deployed mobile data.

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PROG 280 - Introduction to Cloud Computing

• Explain what Cloud computing is.
• Compare and contrast the advantages and disadvantages of Cloud computing from the standpoint of costs, performance, security, and operational and organizational structure.
• Compare and contrast alternative Cloud models.
• Explain the security and connectivity issues associated with a Cloud solution.
• Identify the hardware and infrastructure required to implement a Cloud solution along with performance impacts.
• Describe the IT standards that impact Cloud computing.

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PROG 282 - Implementing a Cloud Solution

• Write, compile, debug and execute well engineered and maintainable programs using appropriate development tools.
• Create appropriate components for a new cloud service project.
• Evaluate threats and countermeasures and apply accepted security guidelines the project.
• Create and use cloud storage services for Binary Large Objects (BLOB), Tables and Queues Develop a SQL relational database for the cloud.
• Test and troubleshoot a cloud project and deploy an application to a cloud provider

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PROG 294 - Special Topics in Programming

• Special topics course. Outcomes dependent upon selected topic each quarter.

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PROG 295 - Special Topics in Programming

• Special topics course. Outcomes dependent upon selected topic each quarter.

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PROG 296 - Special Topics in Programming

• Special topics course. Outcomes dependent upon selected topic each quarter.

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PROG 297 - Special Topics in Programming

• Special topics course. Outcomes dependent upon selected topic each quarter.

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PROG 299 - Independent Studies in Programming

• Individual study course. Outcomes dependent upon topic selected between student and teacher.

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PSYC& 100 - General Psychology

• Describe key concepts, principles, and overarching themes in psychology
• Describe psychology’s content domains and areas of application to human behavior
• Use scientific reasoning to understand, apply and/or critique various research methods and theoretical perspectives used by psychologists to study and explain behavior
• Apply critical thinking and ethical standards to evaluate assumptions, claims, and common sense ideas about behavior
• Apply psychological principles and findings to enhance interpersonal relationships at individual, community, national, and global levels
• Communicate effectively in written and/or oral formats in academic and professional life

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PSYC 109 - Positive Psychology

• Describe key concepts, principles, findings, and controversies in the emerging field of positive psychology.
• Apply scientific reasoning to demonstrate an understanding of research methods employed in positive psychology
• Critically examine empirical research claims in contemporary positive psychology
• Apply positive psychology principles to build effective interpersonal relationships
• Communicate first-hand experiences with positive psychology activities and how positive psychology is relevant to your personal and professional life.

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PSYC 110 - Applied Psychology

• Describe how psychology interfaces with other disciplines and professions in specific ways as an interdisciplinary approach
• Apply principles and findings in psychology to one’s life.
• Identify the comprehensive purpose, scope, and areas of application in the discipline of psychology.
• Use research methods in psychology.
• Use the principles of psychology to enhance personal learning skills (i.e., testing writing, oral communication, collaborative learning, etc.).

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PSYC 194 - Special Topics in Psychology

• Special Topics course. Outcomes dependent upon selected topic each quarter.

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PSYC 195 - Special Topics in Psychology

• Special Topics course. Outcomes dependent upon selected topic each quarter.

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PSYC 196 - Special Topics in Psychology

• Special Topics course. Outcomes dependent upon selected topic each quarter.

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PSYC 197 - Special Topics in Psychology

• Special Topics course. Outcomes dependent upon selected topic each quarter.

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PSYC 198 - Seminar in Psychology

• Seminar course. Outcomes dependent upon selected topic each quarter.

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PSYC 199 - Individual Studies in Psychology

• Individual study course. Outcomes dependent upon selected topic between student and teacher.

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PSYC& 200 - Lifespan Psychology

• Identify and explain the issues involved in the scientific study of human development across the lifespan, from conception through death, through the interaction of biological, psychological, and social aspects of human development across the lifespan. 
• Distinguish between the contributions of influential theorists in developmental psychology, such as ?Piaget, Ainsworth, Kohlberg, Bronfenbrenner, Vygotsky, Arnett, and Erikson. 
• Relate course materials to a personal perspective on human developmental experiences, as well as learn how to test theories using qualitative and quantitative research methods. 
• Identify and critically reflect on the variability and diversity of developmental pathways, and their own embeddedness in social, cultural, and political contexts. 
• Apply knowledge of cross-cultural research to developmental differences across the life span. 

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PSYC 202 - Introduction to Physiological Psychology

• Identify the components of the nervous system, endocrine system, and immune system and describe their functions.
• Describe the chemical influences on behavior at the molecular, cellular, and the systemic level of the organism.
• Describe the unique challenges in the application of the scientific method to the study of behavior and distinguish between the technologies employed in studying the brain.
• Employ the terms and theories related to physiological psychology in their appropriate contexts.
• Distinguish between the major contributions of the prominent theorists in the field of physiological psychology. 
• Describe the dynamic relationship between evolution, genetics and the environment as it influences physiology and behavior. 

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PSYC 203 - Cognitive Psychology

• Trace the history of cognitive psychology and its influence on other fields of psychology. 
• Apply critical thinking skills, methods and principles of cognitive psychology research, and cross-cultural influences on cognitive processes to cases of human behavior. 
• Apply communication skills using oral and written materials to discuss topics related to human cognition. 
• Describe the neural bases of mental processes, and the brain research methods utilized in cognitive psychology. 
• Distinguish the processes of sensation and perception, object recognition, and attention. 
• Examine the theories and physiological processes of memory encoding, storage and retrieval. 
• Recognize the practical applications of cognitive psychology of memory, such as eyewitness testimony and the concept of false memories. 
• Describe the theories related to conceptual processing and language, including the neural basis of language, the structure and principles of human language, and language development. 
• Apply the principles and applications regarding problem solving, reasoning and decision-making to examples experienced in everyday life. 

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PSYC 205 - Theories of Personality

• Recognize, compare, and contrast major theoretical and philosophical perspectives used to explain personality.
• Apply critical thinking to assumptions, claims, and common sense ideas.
• Apply the principles of personality to one’s life.
• Use the principles of psychological theory to enhance personal learning skills (i.e., testing, writing, oral communication, collaborative learning, etc.)
• Identify the historical and contemporary contributions of major personality theorists.

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PSYC 209 - Fundamentals of Psychological Research

• Explain the scientific process and the research methods psychologists and behavioral scientists use in the study of human behavior.
• Apply relevant research and statistical terms, concepts, and principles used in the study of human behavior.
• Evaluate and compare various research methods and designs used to guide and develop research investigations.
• Prioritize and apply ethical principles in the conduct of research.

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PSYC 210 - Psychology of Human Sexuality

• Recognize and explain the historical cultural influences on sexuality attitudes and values.
• Evaluate, recognize and explain effective communication in relationships and how to build a loving relationship.
• Recognize, characterize and explain anatomical sexual systems and the physical problems that can occur.
• Identify, recognize and characterize gender, genetic and sexual issues with which people must deal.
• Identify and recognize and characterize sexual diseases dysfunctions and their treatments.
• Identify and recognize the legal issues, paraphilias and commercial issues that surround sexuality.

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PSYC& 220 - Abnormal Psychology

• Articulate the criteria and controversy regarding the definition of “abnormal” behavior including the concept of diversity as introduced by mental health advocacy groups. 
• Describe current practices and challenges of diagnosis, assessment, research, and working with persons challenged by psychological disorders. 
• Demonstrate familiarity with the current classification system used by mental health professionals. Describe and evaluate the major theoretical approaches and techniques to understanding and working with persons challenged by abnormal or disordered behavior. 
• Identify the main diagnostic categories and differentiate among symptoms, proposed causes, and preferred methods for working with persons challenged by major psychological disorders.

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PSYC 240 - Social Psychology

• Identify and critique the research methods social psychologists use.
• Explain how social cognition influences beliefs, perceptions, explanations, and attitudes.
• Describe psychological and social influences on the following

• Aggression
• Altruism
• Attraction and Intimacy
• Conformity and obedience
• Group influence 
• Persuasion o Prejudice 

• Design simple psychological research projects involving data collection and write-ups.

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PSYC 250 - Cross Cultural Psychology

• Describe the ways in which culture, beliefs, values, the environment, and behavior interact.
• Identify ethnocentrism in psychological thought, theory, and research methods, and suggest means for reducing bias in the study of human behavior.
• Demonstrate respect for the wide diversity of human behavior as well as a knowledge of the common threads and values.
• Explain the relevance of psychology and other disciplines (such as anthropology and sociology) in understanding human behavior from a global perspective.
• Describe how culture and the environment might be important variables in situations one expects to encounter.
• Demonstrate competencies in functioning in a diverse society, thus making cross-cultural interactions more productive and enjoyable.
• Apply concepts from the course to events and everyday behavior of people from other cultures.

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PSYC 257 - Psychology of Sex & Gender

• Explain the complexities of studying sex and gender.
• Critique the history of research on sex differences, including problems of biased and/or flawed methodology.
• Describe the wide cultural variations in gender roles as well as some universal, historical gender inequities and their impact in the work place, educational settings, mental health institutions and politics.
• Analyze the distinction between stereotyped differences and actual differences between men and women as substantiated by research.
• Explain various theoretical positions on gender differences, including biological, psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, sociological, anthropological, and communication perspectives.
• Articulate skills gained from the course that can apply to own inter-gender relationships.

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PSYC 294 - Special Topics in Psychology

• Special Topics course. Outcomes dependent upon selected topic each quarter.

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PSYC 295 - Special Topics in Psychology

• Special Topics course. Outcomes dependent upon selected topic each quarter.

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PSYC 296 - Special Topics in Psychology

• Special Topics course. Outcomes dependent upon selected topic each quarter.

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PSYC 297 - Special Topics in Psychology

• Special Topics course. Outcomes dependent upon selected topic each quarter.

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PSYC 298 - Seminar in Psychology

• Seminar course. Outcomes dependent upon selected topic each quarter.

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PSYC 299 - Individual Studies in Psychology

• Individual study course. Outcomes dependent upon selected topic between student and teacher.

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RAIM 301 - Essentials of Imaging & Therapy

• Describe in layman’s terms the equipment used to create images and/or treat patients in the modality, and employ terminology used within the modality.
• Analyze staffing considerations as they relate to workload, job satisfaction and performance, and patient care.
• Examine patient and health care worker safety issues, including not only the imaging/therapy professional but also ancillary workers.
• Assess costs and sources of revenue and discuss factors that positively and negatively impact them.
• Interpret regulatory and accreditation issues and discuss how these impact all of the above topics
  

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RAIM 399 - Radiation & Imaging Sciences Independent Study

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DOSM 301 - Current Topics in Medical Dosimetry

• Demonstrate the role of medical dosimetrist within the radiation oncology team.
• Discuss professional issues and future challenges to profession.
• Compare simulation techniques and concerns for a given anatomical site of treatment.
• Assess the role of diagnostic imaging within radiation oncology and treatment planning.
• Define diagnostic protocols for various anatomic sites.
• Be able to evaluate the role of a network in treatment planning system configurations.
• Demonstrate the differences between UNIX and Windows based treatment planning systems.
• Be able to evaluate plans calculated for: a single plane (2D), 3D conformal, IMRT and SRS techniques.
• Discuss the role of a DVH and other dose reporting methods in a treatment plan.
• Define factors used to calculate the dose to a structure, point or MU setting for treatment.
• Be able to evaluate a Quality Assurance program for treatment planning and delivery of planned treatment and evaluate what to do if there is a discrepancy or treatment error.
• Demonstrate both what defines an acceptable plan for treatment delivery and a non-acceptable plan across multiple anatomical sites and modality of treatment.
• Discuss the calculations used for special procedures and techniques employed within a radiation oncology practice (TBI, Brachytherapy (LDR and HDR), and new treatment modalities (Rapid Arc and VMAT).

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DOSM 315 - Physics for Medical Dosimetry I

• Calculate the decay constant, mean and half-life of a radioactive source
• Identify internal structure of an x-ray tube and identify the two different mechanisms by which x-rays are produced.
• Identify key components and differential mechanisms between current linear accelerator technology and historical delivery units.
• Define the difference between transmission and geometric penumbra and be able to calculate geometric penumbra.
• Define the terms attenuation and linear attenuation coefficients and apply these terms to Half and Tenth Value Layers.
• Discuss the differences between coherent scattering, photoelectric effect, Compton effect, pair production and annihilation radiation and their associated energy ranges. 
• Calculate the incident photon energy, scattered photon energy or scattered electron energy for Compton interaction.
• Describe the dependence of various interactions’ on atomic number
• Calculate equivalent attenuation using electron density across multiple mediums.
• Define the stem effect and the two root causes for this effect.
• Define the unit of measurement, the Roentgen, and its relationship to electronic equilibrium within a free-air ionization chamber.
• Calculate the temperature and pressure correction for exposure measurement
• Calculate the exposure in Roentgens for a field of radiation.
• Calculate the HVL for a radiation beam
• Discuss the limitations to HVL alone as a measure of beam quality in superficial and orthovoltage range units.
• Define the relationship between kerma, exposure and absorbed dose.
• Calculate dose to any medium using the f-factor and define the change in the f-factor as function of energy.
• Analyze the TG-21 and TG-51 recommendations for absorbed dose measurements and calibration.
• Calculate the dose to a prescribed depth using Percentage Depth Dose charts (PDD).
• Calculate the equivalent square for an irregular field size.
• Calculate the Tissue-Air Ratio (TAR) for a given clinical field size and depth.
• Define the relationship between the Backscatter Factor and TAR.
• Define the relationship between the TAR and PDD for a given beam.
• Calculate the Scatter-Air Ratio using TAR data.
• Define the Clarkson method of dose calculation for irregular fields.

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DOSM 321 - Radiation Treatment Planning I

• Critically assess the photon isodose curves for clinically relevant photon beams within a 2D and 3D treatment plan.
• Be able to calculate the machine MU and dose inside a patient for 2D and 3D plans.
• Define the critical structures within a given field and state its tolerance dose.
• Demonstrate ability to employ different planning techniques to limit dose to critical structures.
• Evaluate the needs of imaging for both 2D and 3D clinical cases.Perform calculations for hinge angles, gap of abutting treatment ports and divergence angles of photon fields.
• Demonstrate differences between plans run with or without heterogeneity corrections and associated dosimetric changes.
• Critically compare TAR, TMR, TPR and PDD data tables.
• Demonstrate appropriate use of beam modifiers and calculations with beams containing beam modification devices.
• Define GTV, PTV, CTV, OAR and able to calculate the Conformity Index (CI).
  
  

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DOSM 322 - Radiation Treatment Planning II

• Critically assess the photon isodose curves for IMRT and SRS treatment plans
• Identify the means of MU computation by commercial treatment planning systems vs. independent MU verification systems.
• Properly register an image series for purposes of treatment planning.
• Demonstrate ability to employ different planning techniques to limit dose to critical structures.
• Define the role of image guidance in IMRT and SRS procedures.
• Discuss the differences between forward and inverse planned IMRT.
• Identify the normalization method used within a treatment plan.
• Describe the dosimetric concerns for treating TBI and TSe- cases.
• Perform QA measures for an IMRT course of therapy.
• Discuss the role of the medical Dosimetrist in special procedure treatment planning.
  

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DOSM 331 - Dosimetry of Particle Beam Therapy

• Describe the clinical situations for the use of particle beam therapy
  
• Analyze the isodose patterns for various particle beams
  
• Describe the effects of beam modification on particle beam therapy
  
• Analyze the benefits and risks of various particle beams used for treating patients
  
• Define the Therapeutic Range for electron beams
  
• Discuss the importance of the Bragg-Peak for proton and heavy charged particle therapy
  
• Calculate the MU setting for a range of electron prescriptions
  
• Calculate the dose to a point in an electron field
  
• Define the role of the Virtual Source for MU calculations
  
• Properly choose energy and field size for various clinical situations.
  
• State the clinical issues of field matching and abutting ports for electron-electron and electron-photon plans.
  
• Discuss the roles of special utilization of electron beams via Electron Arc and Total Skin electron therapies
  

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DOSM 394 - Special Topics in Medical Dosimetry

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DOSM 395 - Special Topics in Medical Dosimetry

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DOSM 396 - Special Topics in Medical Dosimetry

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DOSM 397 - Special Topics in Medical Dosimetry

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DOSM 399 - Individual Study in Medical Dosimetry

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DOSM 400 - Treatment Planning System Lab

• Name various treatment planning systems (TPS).
• Describe the “dos and don’ts” of the Eclipse (TPS) when using in the lab setting.
• State the procedure for powering up, down, and booting up Eclipse servers in lab setting.
• Demonstrate navigation of the Eclipse desktop, mouse actions, and basic windows commands.
• Create 3D volume images, courses, and structure sets.
• Demonstrate the use of the various Eclipse contouring tools.
• Create treatment fields (beams), prescription, reference points, within a treatment plan.
• Evaluate the effect on the dose distribution when changing the beam energy.
• Apply appropriate calculation algorithm and the dose grid when calculating a dose distribution.
• Evaluate the effect on the dose distribution by changes in the weighting and normalization of beams.
• Evaluate a treatment plan using the dose volume histogram (DVH) tool, multi-plane view, and 3D display tool.
• Describe the process for exporting plans to Record and Verify (R & V).
• Discuss the scheduling of plans and the safety benefit of R & V.
  

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DOSM 401 - Clinical Education I

• Apply the principles of radiation protection to clinical practice.
• Apply safe, ethical, and legal practices to clinical practice.
• Import CT images into the treatment planning system (TPS).
• Review CT simulation data for accuracy.
• Contour anatomy accurately using the various contouring tools in the TPS.
• Construct beam arrangements for basic treatment plans.
• Design field shaping using multileaf (MLC) collimators.
• Select appropriate treatment devices for a treatment plan.
• Identify appropriate placement of calculation points in the treatment plan.
• Perform a dose calculation using the TPS.
• Evaluate a computerized treatment plan for achievement of the planning directive.
• Develop and analyze a basic treatment plan.

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DOSM 402 - Clinical Education II

• Apply the principles of radiation protection to clinical practice.
• Apply safe, ethical, and legal practices.
• Import MRI and PET images into the treatment planning system (TPS).
• Apply registration and fusion techniques to image data sets.
• Create expansions and contractions of structures using automatic tools.
• Construct 3D conformal beam arrangements.
• Design field shaping using automatic field margins
• Identify appropriate placement of calculation points in treatment plan.
• Perform dose calculation.
• Evaluate a computerized treatment plan against achievement of the planning directive.
• Compare multiple plans against the planning directive using plan comparison tools.
• Develop and analyzes a 3D conformal treatment plan.

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DOSM 403 - Clinical Education III

• Apply the principles of radiation protection to clinical practice.
• Apply safe, ethical, and legal practices.
• Assumes primary role interacting with the radiation oncologist.
• Create plan specific regions of interest for IMRT/VMAT (i.e. rings)
• Develops basic IMRT/VMAT plans.
• Optimizes IMRT/VMAT plan following the planning directive.
• Develops basic Brachytherapy plans.
• Evaluates IMRT/VMAT and Brachytherapy treatment plans against achievement of the planning directive.
• Compare multiple plans against the planning directive using plan comparison tools.
• Assumes primary role in development of set-up, plan verification, importation of plan into the record and verify system, and discussions of plan with radiation oncology staff.
• Develop and analyzes a basic IMRT/VMAT treatment plan.
• Develop and analyzes a basic Brachytherapy treatment plan.

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DOSM 404 - Clinical Education IV

• Apply the principles of radiation protection to clinical practice.
• Apply safe, ethical, and legal practices.
• Assume primary role interacting with the radiation oncologist and Medical Physicist for all treatment planning activities.
• Practice creating and evaluating complex IMRT and/or VMAT plans.
• Evaluate IMRT/VMAT treatment plans against achievement of the planning directive.
• Assume primary role in development of set-up, plan verification, importation of plan into the record and verify system, and discussions of plan with radiation oncology staff.
• Develop and analyze a complex treatment planning following a specific published protocol.
• Develop and analyze a complex IMRT and/or VMAT treatment plan.
• Develop and analyze a complex head and neck treatment plan using IMRT, VMAT, and/or 3D planning techniques.
•  Develop and analyze a complex brain treatment plan using IMRT, VMAT, and/or 3D planning techniques.

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DOSM 405 - Clinical Education V

• Apply the principles of radiation protection to clinical practice.
• Apply safe, ethical, and legal practices.
• Assume primary role interacting with the radiation oncologist and Medical Physicist for all treatment planning activities.
• Practice creating and evaluating complex Special casework treatment plans. 
•  Evaluate Special casework treatment plans against achievement of the planning directive.
• Assume primary role in development of set-up, plan verification, importation of plan into the record and verify system, and discussions of plan with radiation oncology staff.
• Develop and analyze a chest wall treatment plan utilizing the reverse hockey stick planning technique.
• Develop and analyze a complex composite treatment plan incorporating previously treated radiation fields and current treatment fields.
• Develop and analyze a complex treatment plan demonstrating abutting treatment fields.
• Develop and analyze a Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy (SBRT) treatment plan.
• Develop and analyze a 4D treatment plan

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DOSM 406 - Clinical Education VI

• Apply the principles of radiation protection to clinical practice.
• Apply safe, ethical, and legal practices.
• Assume primary role interacting with the radiation oncologist and Medical Physicist for all treatment planning activities.
• Practice creating and evaluating complex Special Brachytherapy treatment plans.
• Practice creating and evaluating complex Special Casework treatment plans
• Assume primary role in development of set-up, plan verification, importation of plan into the record and verify system, and discussions of plan with radiation oncology staff.
• Develop and analyzes a Low Dose Rate (LDR) permanent implant brachytherapy plan. 
• Develop and analyzes a Low Dose Rate (LDR) Tandem and Ovoid (T & O) brachytherapy plan.
• Develop and analyzes a High Dose Rate (HDR) brachytherapy plans for cervix, bronchus, and prostate.
• Develop and analyzes a High Dose Rate (HDR) brachytherapy plan utilizing the SAVI? (strut adjusted volume implant) technique.
• Develop and analyzes a High Dose Rate (HDR) brachytherapy plan utilizing the Mammosite? technique.

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DOSM 442 - Brachythearpy for Medical Dosimetrists

• Demonstrate ability to calculate linear and specific source activity.
• Demonstrate ability to convert between different units of activity.
• Able to define isotropy and anisotropy and discuss how these each affect a brachytherapy plan.
• Demonstrate ability to employ different planning techniques to limit dose to critical structures.
• Evaluate the needs of imaging for both HDR and LDR brachytherapy cases.
• Demonstrate ability to calculate an isotope’s half-life and mean-life.
• Demonstrate ability to perform hand calculations for simple volume and planar implants based on the Paterson-Parker System.
• Demonstrate ability to determine the duration of an implant based on specified dose rate.
• Evaluate the following implant systems: Paterson-Parker, Quimby, Paris and Computer.
• Demonstrate ability to define key QA recommendations by AAPM Task Group Reports 56, 59 and 64.
• Evaluate the role of a Remote Afterloader and its role within radiation protection.
• Assess the role of an emergency procedure plan and demonstrate proper procedure for emergent situations.

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DOSM 443 - Quality Assurance for Medical Dosimetry

• Demonstrate ability to assess and knowledge of components to a successful QA program.
• Be able to evaluate the QA for a linear accelerator and thresholds for variance.
• Demonstrate knowledge of typical QA practices for Multileaf Collimators.
• Be able to identify and evaluate key TG-53 recommendations.
• Apply knowledge of how to report and document a radiation incident, malfunction or machine error.
• Assess the role of DICOM in image transfer to Treatment Planning Systems.
• Be able to evaluate the role of phantom image sets for QA of IMRT and 3D treatment plans.
• Demonstrate ability to use registration and fusion tools for assessing image integrity across a network.
• Assess the role of outside agencies to assist in developing and ensuring adherence to quality practice standards.
• Demonstrate knowledge of dosimetric accuracy and relative uncertainties of tools used for verification of dose planned for treatment.
  

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DOSM 475 - Concept Integration and Case Studies

• Define the roles and responsibilities of the Medical Dosimetrist.
• Assess current research trends and identify implications to current practice of treatment planning.
• Define key planning goals for 2D, 3D, IMRT and special treatment procedures.
• Analyze a treatment plan for accuracy, reporting consistency and representing the desired treatment outcome.
• Calculate the dose and MU settings for a wide range of clinical scenarios using both manual and computer aided systems.
• Define key planning benchmarks for radioactive seed/material implants.
• Identify components of a successful QA program.
• For anatomical sites of the Head and Neck, CNS, Thorax, Breast, Abdomen, Pelvis and Extremities, define and indentify:

• Anatomy (including critical structure dose limits
• Pathology consideration for planning
• Treatment Port design and dosimetric considerations
• Site specific simulation practices
• Imaging requirements for various planning methods
• Appropriate dose reporting and valid calculations

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RADA 306 - Patient Care & Assessment I

• Explain the purpose of patient medical history
• Identify the components of the patient comprehensive medical history
• Demonstrate interviewing skills to obtain the patient medical history
• Assess patient psychological responsiveness
• Identify the techniques used in a general patient assessment and physical examination
• Perform a complete patient assessment including physical examination 
• Explain adaptations for pediatric, geriatric and special needs populations in relation to patient assessment and physical examination
• Analyze common lab tests and discuss the appropriate responses to abnormal values
• Explain radiological procedures including risks, alternatives, and benefits using terminology a patient would understand
• Describe common signs and symptoms found in an abdominal assessment and exam
• Perform a complete abdominal assessment and exam
• Describe common signs and symptoms found in a thorax and lung assessment and exam
• Perform complete Thorax and Lung assessment and exam
  

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RADA 308 - Patient Care & Assessment II

• Describe common signs and symptoms when examining the following: cardiovascular function, musculoskeletal system, peripheral vascular system, nervous system, breast, and axillae
• Perform a complete patient assessment and examination of the following: cardiovascular function, musculoskeletal system, peripheral vascular system, nervous system, breast, and axillae
• Explain the standard precautions taken when performing a radiologic procedure on a patient
• Explain adaptations for pediatric, geriatric and special needs populations in relation to performing a radiologic procedure on a patient
• Describe monitoring techniques used during cardiac procedures, intravenous therapy, oxygen therapy, and urinary catheterization
• Explain contraindications and possible complications of various radiologic procedures 
• Describe methods for dealing with medical emergencies that arise from performing procedures 
• Identify and describe the use of tubes and lines used in radiologic procedures

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RADA 311 - Imaging Procedures I

• When performing fluoroscopic patient examinations in upper gastrointestinal, esophagus, and small bowel; and barium enema studies student will be able to:

• Identify the pertinent normal anatomy and physiology for the exam being performed
• List indications and contraindications for the procedure and identify possible alternative methods for the exam
• Describe the appropriate patient assessment and preparation for the exam
• Identify any ancillary equipment used in completing the exam
• Explain the protocol for completed the procedure and identify alternatives that may be used
• List common pathologies, describe their appearance on images, and identify them on images
• Identify contrast media and medications appropriate to the procedure
• Describe possible complications and identify appropriate responses
• Explain how the appropriate post-procedure care should be presented to the patient

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RADA 312 - Imaging Procedures II

• Identify the pertinent normal anatomy and physiology for the exam being performed
• List indications and contraindications for the procedure and identify possible alternative methods for the exam
• Describe the appropriate patient assessment and preparation for the exam
• Identify any ancillary equipment used in completing the exam
• Explain the protocol for completed the procedure and identify alternatives that may be used
• List common pathologies, describe their appearance on images, and identify them on images
• Identify contrast media and medications appropriate to the procedure
• Describe possible complications and identify appropriate responses
• Explain how the appropriate post-procedure care should be presented to the patient

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RADA 313 - Imaging Procedures III

• Identify the pertinent normal anatomy and physiology for the exam being performed
• List indications and contraindications for the procedure and identify possible alternative methods for the exam
• Describe the appropriate patient assessment and preparation for the exam
• Identify any ancillary equipment used in completing the exam
• Explain the protocol for completed the procedure and identify alternatives that may be used
• List common pathologies, describe their appearance on images, and identify them on images
• Identify contrast media and medications appropriate to the procedure
• Describe possible complications and identify appropriate responses
• Explain how the appropriate post-procedure care should be presented to the patient
  

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RADA 314 - Imaging Procedures IV

• Identify the pertinent normal anatomy and physiology for the exam being performed
• List indications and contraindications for the procedure and identify possible alternative methods for the exam
• Describe the appropriate patient assessment and preparation for the exam
• Identify any ancillary equipment used in completing the exam
• Explain the protocol for completed the procedure and identify alternatives that may be used
• List common pathologies, describe their appearance on images, and identify them on images
• Identify contrast media and medications appropriate to the procedure
• Describe possible complications and identify appropriate responses
• Explain how the appropriate post-procedure care should be presented to the patient
  

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RADA 321 - Radiologist Assistant Observation I

• Identify critical components of the procedure
• Document variations to the standard protocol
• Explain reasons for variations to standard protocol
• Identify normal and abnormal findings
• Document all observations in a daily log
  

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RADA 322 - Radiologist Assistant Observation II

• Identify critical components of the procedure
• Document variations to the standard protocol
• Explain reasons for variations to standard protocol
• Identify normal and abnormal findings
• Document all observations in a daily log
  

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RADA 323 - Radiologist Assistant Observation III

• Identify critical components of the procedure
• Document variations to the standard protocol
• Explain reasons for variations to standard protocol
• Identify normal and abnormal findings
• Document all observations in a daily log
  

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RADA 324 - Radiologist Assistant Observation IV

• Identify critical components of the procedure
• Document variations to the standard protocol
• Explain reasons for variations to standard protocol
• Identify normal and abnormal findings
• Document all observations in a daily log
  

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RADA 330 - Physics of Imaging

• Identify major components of the fluoroscopy unit
• Predict the changes in primary and remnant beam radiation resulting from changes in operator controls
• Describe how static and dynamic images are stored
• Evaluate radiation protection procedures for the patient and their effects on image quality
• Describe possible equipment malfunctions
• Identify components and define terminology used in CT
• Identify components and define terminology used in MRI
• Evaluate images in CT and MRI for diagnostic quality
• Describe imaging post processing procedures in CT and MRI
  

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RADA 335 - Radiation Biology and Safety

• Identify units of exposure and dose using the appropriate measurement and calculation of quantities
• Identify cell, tissue, organ, and system effects (medical and environmental) from exposures
• List the governmental agencies involved with radiation safety and discuss their role
• Identify methods of reducing patient exposure and limiting occupational exposure
• Describe cellular response to different radiations using varied environmental and physical factors
• Describe the components of medical record documentation
• Describe how a medical record is developed and administered
• Explain a patient’s competence as it relates to informed consent
• Define legal terminology related to medical malpractice and ethics
  

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RADA 375 - Pharmacology

• Discuss regulations in relation to medical drugs and use of contrast media.
• Define terminology used to describe drug characteristics, dosage, safe dosage calculation, and administration.
• Identify types and discuss use of local anesthetics
• Explain the guidelines for use of moderate sedation drugs
• Identify drugs used for moderate sedation and discuss indications, contraindications, and dosing guidelines
• Describe equipment necessary for monitoring a patient when using moderate sedation drugs
• Describe how to assess a patient’s condition utilizing the discharge scoring system.
• Explain the indications and contraindications of general anesthesia
• Explain the indications, and contraindications of drugs in the following classifications: anti-infective, cardiac, gastrointestinal, vascular, anti-inflammatory, and endocrine
• Identify and discuss types of contrast media including indications, contraindications, adverse reactions, dosage, routes of administration and excretion process
• Discus types of allergic reactions to contrast media
• Describe resuscitation including life support and basic drugs
  

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RADA 411 - Clinical Internship I

• Perform and document successful completion of a minimum of 20% of the mandatory and elective procedures listed below:

• Gastrointestinal

• Upper GI
• Small bowel study
• Barium enema

• Cystogram, including a minimum of 10 bladder catheterizations
• Hysterosalpingogram (imaging only)
• Retrograde urethrogram

• Arthrogram/joint injection and aspiration (standard, CT, or MR)
• Lumbar puncture under fluoroscopic guidance
• Nasoenteric and orenteric tube placement or adjustment under fluoroscopic guidance
• Paracentesis/thoracentesis with image guidance
• Fistulogram/sonogram
• Loopogram
• Tube injections (cholangiogram, etc.)
• Ductogram (galactogram)
• Myelogram (standard, CT, or MR)
• Breast needle localization

• PICC placement
• Port injection
• Lower extremity venogram (including venipuncture)
• Non-tunneled venous catheter central line placement
• Venous catheter placement for dialysis

• Routine CT (e.g., 3-D reconstruction, modifications to FOV, slice spacing, or algorithm)
• Specialized CT (e.g., cardiac scoring, shunt graft measurements)
• MR data analysis (e.g., 3-D reconstructions, MIP, 3-D surface rendering, volume rendering)

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RADA 412 - Clinical Internship II

• Perform and document successful completion of a minimum of 20% of the mandatory and elective procedures listed below:

• Gastrointestinal

• Upper GI
• Small bowel study
• Barium enema

• Cystogram, including a minimum of 10 bladder catheterizations
• Hysterosalpingogram (imaging only)
• Retrograde urethrogram

• Arthrogram/joint injection and aspiration (standard, CT, or MR)
• Lumbar puncture under fluoroscopic guidance
• Nasoenteric and orenteric tube placement or adjustment under fluoroscopic guidance
• Paracentesis/thoracentesis with image guidance
• Fistulogram/sonogram
• Loopogram
• Tube injections (cholangiogram, etc.)
• Ductogram (galactogram)
• Myelogram (standard, CT, or MR)
• Breast needle localization

• PICC placement
• Port injection
• Lower extremity venogram (including venipuncture)
• Non-tunneled venous catheter central line placement
• Venous catheter placement for dialysis

• Routine CT (e.g., 3-D reconstruction, modifications to FOV, slice spacing, or algorithm)
• Specialized CT (e.g., cardiac scoring, shunt graft measurements)
• MR data analysis (e.g., 3-D reconstructions, MIP, 3-D surface rendering, volume rendering)

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RADA 413 - Clinical Internship III

• Perform and document successful completion of a minimum of 20% of the mandatory and elective procedures listed below:

• Gastrointestinal
• Upper GI
• Small bowel study
• Barium enema
• Genitourinary
• Cystogram, including a minimum of 10 bladder catheterizations
• Hysterosalpingogram (imaging only)
• Retrograde urethrogram
• Invasive Nonvascular
• Arthrogram/joint injection and aspiration (standard, CT, or MR)
• Lumbar puncture under fluoroscopic guidance
• Nasoenteric and orenteric tube placement or adjustment under fluoroscopic guidance
• Paracentesis/thoracentesis with image guidance
• Fistulogram/sonogram
• Loopogram
• Tube injections (cholangiogram, etc.)
• Ductogram (galactogram)
• Myelogram (standard, CT, or MR)
• Breast needle localization
• Invasive Vascular
• PICC placement
• Port injection
• Lower extremity venogram (including venipuncture)
• Non-tunneled venous catheter central line placement
• Venous catheter placement for dialysis
• Post-Processing
• Routine CT (e.g., 3-D reconstruction, modifications to FOV, slice spacing, or algorithm)
• Specialized CT (e.g., cardiac scoring, shunt graft measurements)
• MR data analysis (e.g., 3-D reconstructions, MIP, 3-D surface rendering, volume rendering)
  
  

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RADA 414 - Clinical Internship IV

• Perform and document successful completion of a minimum of 30% of the mandatory and elective procedures listed below:

• Gastrointestinal
• Upper GI
• Small bowel study
• Barium enema
• Genitourinary
• Cystogram, including a minimum of 10 bladder catheterizations
• Hysterosalpingogram (imaging only)
• Retrograde urethrogram
• Invasive Nonvascular
• Arthrogram/joint injection and aspiration (standard, CT, or MR)
• Lumbar puncture under fluoroscopic guidance
• Nasoenteric and orenteric tube placement or adjustment under fluoroscopic guidance
• Paracentesis/thoracentesis with image guidance
• Fistulogram/sonogram
• Loopogram
• Tube injections (cholangiogram, etc.)
• Ductogram (galactogram)
• Myelogram (standard, CT, or MR)
• Breast needle localization
• Invasive Vascular
• PICC placement
• Port injection
• Lower extremity venogram (including venipuncture)
• Non-tunneled venous catheter central line placement
• Venous catheter placement for dialysis
• Post-Processing
• Routine CT (e.g., 3-D reconstruction, modifications to FOV, slice spacing, or algorithm)
• Specialized CT (e.g., cardiac scoring, shunt graft measurements)
• MR data analysis (e.g., 3-D reconstructions, MIP, 3-D surface rendering, volume rendering)

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RADA 421 - Case Study Capstone I

• Identify etiology and epidemiology of disease or injury (cause, prevalence, incidence, and morbidity)
• Discuss indications and reason for procedure; patient history; results of any prior diagnostic studies (e.g., lab values, physical assessments, imaging studies) as appropriate
• Describe procedure (e.g., how it was done, notable complicating factors
• Discuss patient care issues that arose from procedure and how they were addressed
• Explain the preliminary observations that were presented to the radiologist and identify the final diagnosis made by radiologist
• Discuss patient outcome if known
• Reflect and evaluate personal performance with recommendations for improvement
  
  

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RADA 422 - Case Study Capstone II

• Identify etiology and epidemiology of disease or injury (cause, prevalence, incidence, and morbidity)
• Discuss indications and reason for procedure; patient history; results of any prior diagnostic studies (e.g., lab values, physical assessments, imaging studies) as appropriate
• Describe procedure (e.g., how it was done, notable complicating factors
• Discuss patient care issues that arose from procedure and how they were addressed
• Explain the preliminary observations that were presented to the radiologist and identify the final diagnosis made by radiologist
• Discuss patient outcome if known
• Reflect and evaluate personal performance with recommendations for improvement

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RADA 423 - Case Study Capstone III

• Identify etiology and epidemiology of disease or injury (cause, prevalence, incidence, and morbidity)
• Discuss indications and reason for procedure; patient history; results of any prior diagnostic studies (e.g., lab values, physical assessments, imaging studies) as appropriate
• Describe procedure (e.g., how it was done, notable complicating factors
• Discuss patient care issues that arose from procedure and how they were addressed
• Explain the preliminary observations that were presented to the radiologist and identify the final diagnosis made by radiologist
• Discuss patient outcome if known
• Reflect and evaluate personal performance with recommendations for improvement
  

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RADA 424 - Case Study Capstone IV

• Identify etiology and epidemiology of disease or injury (cause, prevalence, incidence, and morbidity)
• Discuss indications and reason for procedure; patient history; results of any prior diagnostic studies (e.g., lab values, physical assessments, imaging studies) as appropriate
• Describe procedure (e.g., how it was done, notable complicating factors
• Discuss patient care issues that arose from procedure and how they were addressed
• Explain the preliminary observations that were presented to the radiologist and identify the final diagnosis made by radiologist
• Discuss patient outcome if known
• Reflect and evaluate personal performance with recommendations for improvement
  

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RAIT 301 - Sectional Anatomy

• Identify normal anatomy of structures listed in the content using images from various special imaging modalities.
• Predict the relative location of structures surrounding those presented in images.
• Explain the physiology and circulatory patterns of major organs and structures
• Differentiate between normal and abnormal anatomy taking into account anatomic variances, and discussing supporting evidence.
• Compare and contrast CT (Computed Tomography) and MR (Magnetic Resonance) images, including a discussion of their respective roles and effectiveness in diagnostic accuracy for specific cases.
• Analyze and apply the selection process of imaging technology and protocol based on specific cases
• Debate the level of uncertainties associated with interpreting anatomical images and present strategies on how to handle these uncertainties

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RAIT 302 - Body Pathophysiology

• Identify normal physiology of pertinent systems/organs, including a discussion of anatomic variances.
• Identify and analyze pertinent pathologies with physiological implications, including supporting evidence.
• Describe symptoms of identified pathologies and predict their possible implications on systems presenting symptoms and future complications.
• Analyze imaging modalities of choice for pathologies, and examine strategies for selection of a specific imaging technology and protocol.
• Examine possible interventions performed in an imaging department for identified pathologies, and discuss the respective intended outcomes and possible complications.
• Assess the role of imaging modalities in diagnostic evaluations and interventions for specific pathologies.
• Debate the advantages and limitations of imaging modalities used singly or in combination as they apply to specific pathologies and different body systems
• Examine strategies to select appropriate imaging modalities and protocols based on the specific pathology and body system
• Develop imaging protocol recommendations for specific case studies
  
  

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RAIT 303 - Neuropathophysiology

• Identify normal physiology of the central nervous system and peripheral nervous system and relate normal to abnormal processes of each.
• Analyze the physiology of the most common primary tumors of the head and spine including reasons for the primary location and metastatic possibilities. 
• Describe the physiology of related structures such as pituitary, orbits, and internal auditory canal—common pathologies and their presenting symptoms. 
• Predict presenting symptoms of head and spine trauma and relate them to diagnostic imaging findings. 
• Examine the most common pathologies of the neurological system, describing associated symptoms and possible imaging strategies
• Describe lesions of the central nervous system including symptoms and diagnostic evaluations. 
• Evaluate possible interventions performed in an imaging department as they relate to the neurological system. 
• Debate the advantages and limitations of imaging modalities used singly or in combination as they apply to specific pathologies of the neurological system
• Examine strategies to select appropriate diagnostic and intervention procedures based on the specific pathology

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RAIT 310 - Computed Tomography Instrumentation & Procedures

• Present the evolution of CT (Computed Tomography) scanning while using appropriate terminology.
• Present in detail the operation of the CT (Computed Tomography) scanner.
• Examine the approved application of CT (Computed Tomography) scanning to pertinent pathologies.
• Present in detail the manner in which CT (Computed Tomography) acquires data and constructs the image.
• Analyze the advantages of image manipulation and the considerations to maintaining image quality.
• Discuss the indications, patient preparation, contrast settings and common pathologies as they apply to CT (Computed Tomography) scanning of head, neck, spine and specific body parts
• Examine common protocols used in neuro and body imaging.
• Analyze the elements that relate to quality control in CT (Computed Tomography) scanning procedures
• Evaluate current research involving CT (Computed Tomography) exams and procedures for the future. 
• Develop CT (Computed Tomography) scanning protocol recommendations for specific case studies
  

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RAIT 311 - Clinical Practicum in Computed Tomography

• Prepare supplies according to procedures
• Monitor equipment following procedures and protocols. 
• Evaluate and interpret requisitions, and develop appropriate protocol to respond to physician’s order.
• Prepare the patient for procedure, both physically and mentally. 
• Administer medications as directed.
• Perform patient assessment and monitoring before, during and after the procedure.
• Examine the elements of and accomplish follow-up patient care.
• Process and evaluate images, and develop recommendations for procedure adjustment based on image quality.
• Identify anatomy based on image interpretation.
• Set radiographic technique based on specific conditions.
• Identify and label images created according to accepted practices.
• Analyze ethical issues relating to radiographic procedures and demonstrate ethical behavior and attitude in the clinical setting.
• Demonstrate effective communication skills with patients and co-workers.
• Assess the indications and contradictions for given CT (Computed Tomography) procedures based on specific case studies
• Documentation of clinical experience in computed tomography procedures in seven categories:

• Head and Neck
• Spine and Musculoskeletal
• Chest
• Abdomen and Pelvis
• Special Procedures
• Image Display and Post Processing
• Quality Assurance

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RAIT 312 - Biology of Cancer

• Describe the basic biology and genetics of cells
• Outline an overview of cancer [historical, epidemiological, chronic nature of the disease]
• Explain the cell cycle and its controls
• Describe DNA and its replication
• Identify cellular changes that occur in cancer
• Describe genetic changes that occur in cancer
• Discuss occupational, environmental and viral causes of cancer
• Analyze the general process of angiogenesis and metastasis
• List types of cancer
• Discuss diagnosis and treatments of cancer
• Describe the role of nutrition in cancer
• Describe the societal [social, economic and ethical] impact of the fight against cancer
  

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RAIT 314 - CT Lab

• Create scan protocols for various technical expectations such as spatial, temporal, and contrast resolution
• Modify scan protocols for patient scenarios such as trauma or pediatric
• Predict image artifacts and recommend adjustments to prevent the artifact
• Create retrospective reconstructed images in multiple image planes

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RAIT 315 - Magnetic Resonance Instrumentation & Procedures

• Define and apply MR (Magnetic Resonance) related terminology.
• Analyze patient and health care worker concerns with regard to magnet safety, and discuss strategies to minimize risks.
• Identify MR (Magnetic Resonance) related hardware components and describe their function in the production of an MR (Magnetic Resonance) image
• Define terms referring to MR (Magnetic Resonance) signal production, describe relationships amongst factors, and the technologist role in each facto
• Define and appropriately apply terms related to image weighting, and examine the process of image weighing and its role in image quality
• Analyze pulse sequences commonly used and their role in the MR (Magnetic Resonance) process, and describe the circumstances where they are optionally applied.
• Examine artifacts produced, their impact on image quality and processes followed to identify their source.
• Examine considerations, contrast agents and protocols for specific MR (Magnetic Resonance) application
• Debate specialized applications of MR (Magnetic Resonance) and current research in future applications
• Develop MR (Magnetic Resonance) protocol recommendations for specific case studies
  

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RAIT 316 - Clinical Practicum in Magnetic Resonance Imaging

1. Apply principles of magnet safety
2. Prepare supplies according to procedures. 
3. Monitor equipment following procedure and protocols. 
4. Evaluate and interpret requisitions, and develop appropriate protocol to respond to physician’s order. 
5. Prepare the patient for procedure, both physically and mentally. 
6. Administer medications as directed. 
7. Perform patient assessment and monitoring before, during and after the procedure. 
8. Examine the elements of and accomplish follow-up patient care. 
9. Process and evaluate images, and develop recommendations for procedure adjustment based on image quality. 
10. Identify anatomy based on image interpretation. 
11. Set pulse sequence based on specific conditions. 
12. Identify and label images created according to accepted practices. 
13. Analyze ethical issues relating to MRI procedures and demonstrate ethical behavior and attitude in the clinical setting. 
14. Demonstrate effective communication skills with patients and co-workers. 
15. Assess the indications and contradictions for given MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) procedures based on specific case studies.

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RAIT 317 - MRI Lab

• Create scan protocols for various technical expectations such as spatial, temporal, and contrast resolution
• Modify scan protocols for patient scenarios such as trauma or pediatric
• Predict image artifacts and recommend adjustments to prevent the artifact
• Create retrospective reconstructed images in multiple image planes

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RAIT 320 - Intervention Procedures

• Describe the elements and function of the interventional suite and examine the role and responsibility of the technologist as it relates to the suite. 
• Identify equipment components used in diagnostic and interventional procedures, and examine the function for each component. 
• Analyze commonly used protocols for procedures including both diagnostic and interventional approaches. 
• Describe patient monitoring equipment and identify and interpret normal readings for patients undergoing procedures. 
• Examine the technologist’s role in the care of critical patients. 
• Discuss pertinent drugs used and analyze post exam patient care procedures. 
• Analyze indications and contraindications for procedures commonly performed. 
• Assess commonly diagnosed pathologies and identify those pathologies where intervention is recommended. 
• Develop diagnostic and interventional procedure recommendations for specific case studies

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RAIT 321 - Vascular Interventional Clinical 1

• At the completion of the course, the student will have proven competence in a minimum of 50% of the required procedures. Competence in a required procedure includes evaluation of a student’s ability to: 

• Prepare supplies according to procedures
• Monitor equipment following procedures and protocols. 
• Evaluate and interpret requisitions, and develop appropriate protocol to respond to physician’s order. 
• Prepare the patient for procedure, both physically and mentally. 
• Administer medications as directed
• Perform patient assessment and monitoring before, during and after the procedure
• Examine the elements of and accomplish follow-up patient care.
• Process and evaluate images, and develop recommendations for procedure adjustment based on image quality
• Identify anatomy based on image interpretation
• Set radiographic technique based on specific conditions
• Identify and label images created according to accepted practices
• Analyze ethical issues relating to radiographic procedures and demonstrate ethical behavior and attitude in the clinical setting
• Demonstrate effective communication skills with patients and co-workers
• Assess the indications and contradictions for given vascular-interventional procedures based on specific case studies

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RAIT 322 - VIR Lab

• Predict equipment required for VIR procedures
• Practice sterile tray setup for VIR procedures
• Create retrospective reconstructed images 

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RAIT 325 - Mammography

• Describe the pertinent components of mammography equipment and their respective role in imaging
• Examine the changes in the quantity and quality of radiation produced with manipulation of technical factors
• Evaluate image quality relative to the technical factors used, the anatomy of the breast, and pathologic conditions
• Evaluate required quality control procedures, and interpret the results of those tests
• Relate the quality control findings to image quality
• Identify normal anatomy and physiology of the breast and describe the effects of pathology on the images
• Describe the role of the technologist in patient education

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RAIT 326 - Ultrasound Physics for Mammographers

• Identify, contrast, and compare the various types of mechanical waves and the sound spectrum 
• Anticipate and evaluate reflection characteristics based on acoustic impedance calculations 
• Calculate levels of attenuation in tissue 
• Describe and discuss the operational characteristics of an ultrasound transducer 
• Apply the concepts of resolution and focusing to obtain the optimum image; evaluate the image for quality 
• Describe how the ultrasound instrument processes electrical and sonographic information into multidimensional images 
• Describe, discuss, contrast, compare, and identify the Doppler effect in a spectral display 
• Evaluate image artifacts and explain them using reasonable physical principles 
• Discuss the ALARA philosophy, bioeffects of insonation concerning the mechanical index and thermal index 

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RAIT 328 - Breast Ultrasound Equipment

• Identify and select different types/frequencies of transducers appropriate to the patient/exam situation, and provide justification to support the selection process
• Set up the ultrasound machine appropriately 
• Prepare patient appropriately in accordance with established standards and procedures
• Obtain all required and relevant information regarding the patient using effective and supportive communication skills
• Analyze the key elements of and follow accepted protocol for completing a breast ultrasound exam
• Utilize appropriate ultrasound system hardware and software for optimal imaging of the breast in accordance with established procedures
• Develop documentation of all images obtained following documentation standards
• Correlate ultrasound information obtained with other relevant information concerning the patient, and develop draft observation findings
• Analyze information obtained in order to arrive at a reasonable conclusion, and present supporting analysis and justification
• Conduct themselves in a manner that allows for safety of staff and patients in the ultrasound lab following laboratory and equipment safety procedures
• Evaluate actions and attitudes that affect safety and quality within the ultrasound lab environment
• Demonstrate attitudes and performance that effectively supports quality control in the ultrasound lab environment

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RAIT 329 - Mammography Clinical Practicum

• Educate the patient about the procedure and equipment
• Solicite and record pertinent clinical history
• Select appropriate equipment to perform the exam
• Select and record exposure factors based on the patients history and condition
• Position the patient to produce optimum images
• Evaluate the images and make adjustments to accomodate a patients condition or special needs
• Perform, evaluate, and record all required QC tests
• Trouble shoot artifacts and abnormal findings of the QC tests
• Participate in Interventional/Special exams - a minimum of 4
• Review 20 patient exams accomplished by the student with a radiologist regarding technique, anatomy, and pathology

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RAIT 330 - Breast Ultrasound

• List the epidemiology and risk factors of breast cancer 
• Summarize the embryonic development of the breast 
• Describe the changes in a woman’s breast due to age, parity, hormone replacement, and the normal physiologic cycle 
• Identify appropriate instrumentation and ancillary equipment 
• Correlate mammographic findings into scanning protocol 
• Identify normal breast anatomy 
• Contrast the differences in the sonographic appearance of malignant and benign masses in both the male and the female breast 
• Differentiate sonographic image appearance from other diagnostic images 
• Interrogate features of the augmented breast on Ultrasound, MRI and Mammogram 
• Discuss how the different imaging modalities complement each other in diagnosis of breast disease 
• Describe procedural technique and instrumentation for ultrasound guided invasive procedures 
• Identify image artifacts that aid and hinder diagnosis of the breast mass

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