Radiologic Technology Courses

RADT 101    2 credits
Introduction to Radiologic Technology
History of health care, the health care team, organization of the radiology department, professional organizations, ethics, medicolegal considerations and basic radiation protection. Prerequisite: acceptance into the radiologic technology program.

RADT 102    1 credit
Positioning I Practicum
Supplemental laboratory practice of positioning skills. Skills are developed to gain the competency required for entry into the clinical experience phase of the radiologic technology program. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the radiologic technology program.

RADT 103    1 credit
Positioning II Practicum
The student obtains supplemental laboratory practice of positioning skills. Skills are developed to gain the level of competency required for entry into the clinical experience phase of the WVC Radiologic Technology Program. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the radiologic technology program.

RADT 104    1 credit
Positioning III Practicum
The student obtains supplemental laboratory practice of positioning skills. Skills are developed to gain the level of competency required for entry into the clinical experience phase of the radiologic technology program. Prerequisite: RADT 103.

RADT 111    5 credits
Radiation Physics
An elementary approach to the application of radiation physics. A study of matter and structure of the atom as it relates to the development of X-rays and eventual process of irradiation. Introductory knowledge of the X-ray tube and generating equipment. Prerequisite: acceptance into the radiologic technology program.

RADT 121    3 credits
Principles of Exposure I
Analysis of factors that govern and influence the production of the radiographic image on radiographic film. Requirements for the processing of radiographic film and sensitometry to evaluate radiographic film and intensifying screen combinations. Prerequisite: acceptance into the radiologic technology program.

RADT 122    3 credits
Principles of Exposure II
Prime factors (density, contrast, detail, distortion) and other factors influencing radiographic technique. Alternate systems of technique computation, accessory and equipment, photographic effect, and formulation of a technique chart. Prerequisites: RADT 121.

RADT 131    4 credits
Radiographic Positioning I
The student practices basic positioning in radiography of the upper and lower extremities, shoulder girdle, pelvis, and upper femora. The student critiques radiographs. Laboratory experience is gained in the energized X-ray lab. Prerequisite: acceptance into radiologic technology program.

RADT 132    4 credits
Radiographic Positioning II
The student practices basic positioning of the vertebral column, bony thorax, thoracic viscera, contrast arthrography, foreign body localization, trauma radiography, mouth and salivary glands, anterior neck, and abdomen. The student critiques radiographs. Laboratory experience is gained in the energized lab. Prerequisite: RADT 131.

RADT 133    4 credits
Radiographic Positioning III
The student practices basic positioning of the alimentary tract, urinary system, reproductive system, skull, facial bones, sinuses and temporal bone. The student critiques radiographs. Laboratory experience is gained in the energized X-ray lab. Prerequisite: RADT 132.

RADT 134    4 credits
Radiographic Positioning IV
The student reviews basic positioning. Overview of mammography. Review of clinical handbook. Laboratory experience is gained in the energized X-ray lab. Prerequisite: RADT 133.

RADT 141    2 credits
Radiation Biology and Protection
Effect of ionizing radiation. The use of radiation in diagnosis and treatment of disease. Prerequisite: acceptance into radiologic technology program.

RADT 151    1 credit
Imaging Modalities
Modalities include, but are not limited to, the introduction to computerized tomography, nuclear medicine, magnetic resonance imaging, digital imaging, ultrasonography and radiation therapy. Prerequisites: RADT 111, 121.

RADT 152    3 credits
Patient Care
Basic concepts and procedures of patient care, including consideration for the physical and psychological needs of the patient and family. The theory and practice of basic venipuncture and the administration of diagnostic contrast agents. Prerequisites: RADT 111, 122.

RADT 161    2 credits
Special Procedures
An overview of special procedures, equipment, and accessories. Special radiographic procedures including central nervous system, musculoskeletal system, circulatory system, tomography and bronchography. Prerequisite: RADT 152.

RADT 162    1 credit
Clinical observation
The student will observe radiographic examinations done in a clinical setting and will obtain orientation to a radiographic department. Prerequisite: RADT 152.

RADT 171    2 credits
Radiographic Pathology
Introduction to the etiology and pathophysiology of disease and the application to radiologic technology. Prerequisites: RADT 122.

RADT 181    2 credits
Quality Assurance
Introduction to the evaluation of radiographic systems. Components involved, and the tests and procedures to evaluate these components. State, federal and professional guidelines. Prerequisites: RADT 111, 121.

RADT 191    3 credits
Sectional Anatomy
A sectional review of basic structures, bones, muscles, vessels and soft-tissue organs in sectional segments and their relationship to computer tomography, ultrasonography and magnetic resonance imaging. Prerequisites: RADT 133.

RADT 231    13 credits
Clinical Education I
Beginning of clinical education. Students are assigned to work 39 hours per week under professional supervision in one of the clinical education centers affiliated with Wenatchee Valley College. Students apply classroom theory to actual practice of technical skills to complete educational objectives at specified levels of competency. Prerequisite: completion of first-year radiologic technology program.

RADT 232    13 credits
Clinical Education II
Continuation of clinical education. Students are assigned to work 39 hours per week under professional supervision in one of the clinical education centers affiliated with Wenatchee Valley College. The student continues completing educational objectives at specified levels of competency. Prerequisite: RADT 231.

RADT 233    13 credits
Clinical Education III
Continuation of clinical education. Students are assigned to work 39 hours per week under professional supervision in one of the clinical education centers affiliated with Wenatchee Valley College. The student continues completing educational objectives at specified levels of competency. Prerequisite: RADT 232.

RADT 234    9 credits
Clinical Education IV
Completion of clinical education. Students are assigned to work 38 hours per week under professional supervision in one of the clinical education centers affiliated with Wenatchee Valley College. Students continue completing educational objectives at specified levels of competency. Prerequisite: RADT 233.

RADT 241    1 credit
Radiographic Seminar I
Comprehensive review for the American Registry Exam and expansion of theoretical basis for radiographic technological practices encountered by the student during clinical education. Prerequisite: completion of first-year radiologic technology program.

RADT 242    1 credit
Radiographic Seminar II
Continuation of comprehensive review for the American Registry Exam and expansion of theoretical basis for radiographic technological practices encountered by the student during clinical education. Prerequisite: RADT 241.

RADT 243    1 credit
Radiographic Seminar III
Continuation of comprehensive review for the American Registry Exam and expansion of theoretical basis for radiographic technological practices encountered by the student during clinical education. Prerequisite: RADT 242.

RADT 244    1 credit
Radiographic Seminar IV
Final comprehensive review for the American Registry Examination and expansion of theoretical basis for radiographic technological practices encountered by the student during clinical education. Prerequisite: RADT 243.