Student Learning Outcomes

• Explain principles of x-ray production, photon interactions with matter, and factors affecting x-ray emission spectra.
• Apply quality control techniques and problem-solving processes for evaluating radiographs, grid use, AEC function, and equipment performance.
• Explain radiation protection principles for patients and personnel, including beam-restricting devices, shielding, and exposure monitoring.
• Analyze image quality factors, including brightness, contrast, spatial resolution, distortion, noise, and automatic rescaling, and determine how each factor impacts diagnostic quality.
• Explain the technical factors affecting radiographic imaging, including kVp, mAs, SID, grid use, and automatic exposure control.
• Describe imaging equipment, digital imaging systems, and components including AEC devices, grids, and image receptors.