Student Learning Outcomes

• The student will identify various anatomic structures displayed on axial, multiplanar, and three-dimensional computed tomography images.
• Differentiate between normal and abnormal anatomy on CT images.
• Identify major anatomical structures on cross-sectional CT images of the head, chest, abdomen, pelvis, and extremities.
• Apply anatomical terminology (planes, cavities, landmarks) to describe locations and orientations in CT images.
• Explain how CT imaging is used to diagnose and monitor selected pathologies.
• Correlate CT imaging characteristics with common diseases across major body systems.
• Describe the etiology and symptoms of common diseases across major body systems.