RAIT 301 - Sectional Anatomy

5 CR

Presents normal human anatomy in various planes using Computed Tomography (CT), Magnetic Resonance (MR), interventional, and cardiac catheter images. This course is intended to meet the degree requirements of the Technology and Nuclear Medicine concentrations as well as the requirements of the CT Imaging, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Positron Emission Tomography, and Vascular Interventional certificates of the Radiation & Imaging Sciences program. 

Prerequisite(s): BIOL 241 and BIOL 242, with a C (2.0) or better and admission to the admission to the Radiation & Imaging Sciences BAS program, or permission of the Program Chair.

Course Outcomes

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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