Student Learning Outcomes

• Explain factors that impact image acquisition, display, archiving, and retrieval in digital imaging.
• Describe the role of federal and state regulatory agencies, accreditation agencies, and healthcare organizations in radiologic practice.
• Evaluate radiographic images for quality and adherence to optimal imaging standards.
• Apply basic radiation dose estimation and conversion factors.
• Determine causes of suboptimal images and determines corrective measures.
• Analyze factors affecting image production, including exposure factors, grids, and image receptors.
• Describe components, operation, and principles of radiographic, fluoroscopic, and mobile equipment.
• Describe principles of radiobiology and factors affecting biological response to radiation
• Explain radiation protection practices for patients, personnel, and the public.
• Explain optimal patient care concepts including physical and psychological needs, routine and emergency procedures, and infection control.
• Describe ethical and legal principles relevant to radiologic practice, including patient consent and professional standards.
• Describe radiation production, photon interactions with matter, and basic atomic structure.
• Discuss continuous quality improvement, quality assurance, and quality control processes in radiology.
• Explain principles of pharmacology, drug safety, and contrast agents relevant to radiology.