Principles of Radiologic Science Syllabus for 2011-2012
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Course

RADR-2370-001 Principles of Radiologic Science

Prerequisites

RADR 2313

Course Description

An in-depth discussion and exploration of the fundamentals principles of physics as they apply to the science of radiology. Includes a study of matter and energy, electricity, magnetism, electromagnetism, motors and generators, current rectification, production and control of high voltage and solid electronic devices used in imaging equipment.

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Hours

(3 sem hrs; 3 lec)

Class Type

On Campus Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

\ Radiologic Science for Technologists, Dr. Stewart Bushong, 9th edition.

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\ The student should bring the textbook to each class session.

Supplies

\ Scientific calculator (non-programmable).

Student Performance

\ RADR 2370 will include fundamental physical principles that are needed to prepare the student radiographer to work with the sophisticated electronic equipment used in the production of medical diagnostic radiation. This preparation will enable the student to use the equipment in accordance with its design features and manufacturers recom-mendations. It will also prepare the student to provide good preventive maintenance before problems occur and troubleshooting skills after a problem becomes evident.

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\ Given the course textbook, personal notes, handouts, and other course materials, the student should accomplish each of the following course goals AS EVALUATED BY THE COURSE INSTRUCTOR:
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\ 1. Learn the technical terminology, facts, theories, methods, and principles associated with basic radiologic science as outlined in the course syllabus.
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\ 2. Apply the knowledge learned to concrete or particular situations in the clinical environment.
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\ 3. Evaluate the learning experience from the perspective of the specific course objectives.
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\ The student will know that these goals have been successfully completed when he or she earns a final course grade of "C" or higher.

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\ OBJECTIVES (COMPETENCIES):
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\ Given the course textbook, personal notes, handouts, and other course materials, the student should be able to do each of the following on a written examination AS EVALUATED BY THE COURSE INSTRUCTOR with an accuracy of not less than 75%.
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\ 1. Name and define the fundamental terminology associated with the structure of matter and energy, including subatomic particles.
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\ 2. Define the term electromagnetic radiation and list all principle members of the electromagnetic family in order of energy levels.
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\ 3. Name and define the terminology associated with electromagnetic radiation to include each of the following:
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\ A. photon
\ B. wavelength
\ C. quantum
\ D. hertz
\ E. Quantum Theory
\ F. amplitude
\ G. energy
\ H. wave equation
\ I . frequency
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\ 4. Describe the nature of radioactivity to include alpha, beta, and gamma radiation.

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\ 5. Describe the nature of electrical principles to include static as well as current electricity and the physical laws that govern each.
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\ 6. Describe the nature of magnetism and electromagnetism including the fundamentals physical laws governing each.
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\ 7. Describe the construction and fundamental operation of each of the following electrical components:
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\ A. Transformer
\ B. Generator
\ C. Motor
\ D. Resistor/Rheostat
\ E. Choke Coil
\ F. Capacitor
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\ 8. Describe the fundamental differences between alternating current and direct current.

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\ 9. Describe the construction and use of the x-ray tube.

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\ 10. Be able to use the computer by completing INTERNET assignments (to be described during the course).
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\ BASIC SKILLS COMPETENCIES:
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\ 1. The student will be able to read, locate, understand, and interpret written information in prose and in documents such as textbooks, manuals, and graphs.
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\ 2. The student will be able to communicate thoughts, ideas, information, and messages in writing, and create documents such as reports and abstracts.
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\ 3. The student will be able to perform basic arithmetic and algebraic computations and approach practical problems by choosing appropriately from a variety of mathematical techniques.
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\ 4. The student will be able to receive, attend to, interpret, and respond to verbal communication.

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\ 5. The student will be able to organize ideas and communicate orally.

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\ 6. The student will be able to generator new ideas.

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\ 7. The student will be able to specify goals, generator alternatives, consider risks, and evaluate and choose the best alternative.

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\ 8. The student will be able to recognize problems and devise and implement a plan of action.

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\ 9. The student will be able to organize and process symbols, pictures, graphs, objects, and other information.

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\ 10. The student will be able to acquire and apply knew knowledge and skills.

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\ 11. The student will be able to demonstrate understanding and politeness in group settings.

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\ 12. The student will be able to choose ethical courses of action.

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\ 13. The student will be able to assess oneself accurately, monitor progress, and exhibit self-control.

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\ 14. The student will participate in class discussions and contribute to the group effort.
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Students Rights and Responsibilities

Student Rights and Responsibilities

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Expected Student Behavior

\ Each student will be required to prepare written assignments and take written examinations as a part of this course. Students should be keenly aware of the instructor’s policies relative to the ethics regarding plagiarism and any other unethical studnet conduct that may occur relative to a score activity.
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\ PLAGIARISM is the theft of another person’s work or thinking. Words as well as ideas are intellectual property and can be stolen from another person as easily as money or property. As such, plagiarism can be a violation of criminal law. Even in those cases where the law may not be technically violated, plagiarism is unethical. Frankly, it is simply the wrong thing to do.
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\ In this course, it is considered plagiarism to copy the work of another student. No student may COPY ANOTHER STUDENT’S WORK on any assignment for credit! Likewise, copying the published work of another person is illegal without the express permission of that person (e.g. internet and journal articles). Portions of a published work may be quoted provided the quote is properly cited.
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\ Unethical conduct during a quiz or examination is also simply the wrong thing to do. To say the least, for a student pursuing a health-related career, unethical conduct may be considered a reliable predictor of unacceptable job performance in the medical environment. If a student makes a choice to “cheat” on a test, will that student also make similar choices relative to accurate patient care? This instructor takes the position that a dishonest student in the classroom may indeed pose a threat to the safety of any patient who comes into contact with that student. Healthcare employers take a similar position. The health care industry will not tolerate this type of unprofessionalism.
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\ At Amarillo College, there are grave academic penalties for any unethical conduct on the part of any student. The policy and penalty for such conduct is provided in the General Catalog as follows:
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\ “A high standard of conduct is expected of all students. It is assumed that obedience to the law, respect for properly constituted authority, personal honor, integrity and common sense will guide the actions of each member of the college community both in and out of the classroom. Any student who fails to perform according to expected standards may be disciplined.”
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\ One should conclude from this statement that unethical course conduct is absolutely unacceptable by Amarillo College policy. To be more specific, in this course, plagiarism, dishonesty, or any other unethical course conduct, is cause, at the minimum, for a final course grade of “F” regardless of other grades earned to-date in the course. At the maximum, it may be cause to request the college administration to dismiss the student from the radiography program and Amarillo College.
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\ This instructor practices zero-tolerance in any matter related to violations of course ethics. A student should not risk earning a failing grade in this course, and possibly any future enrollment privileges at Amarillo College, as the result of unethical behavior.

Grading Criteria

\ The final course grade will be computed as follows:
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\ 1. All major examination results will be averaged. The major exams will be averaged and will count 50% of the total course grade.
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\ 2. Quizzes and any outside assignments will be averaged together and will count 30% of the
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\ 3. The final examination will be comprehensive and will count 20% of the total course grade.
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\ The following grade scale applies throughout this course:
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\ A = 91.5 - 100
\ B = 82.5 - 91.4
\ C = 74.5 - 82.4
\ F = less than 74.5
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\ Note: A grade of "D" is not possible in this course!
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\ Percents on all scored activites are rounded as follows:
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\ 0.1 – 0.4 percents are rounded down to the nearest whole number
\ 0.5 – 0.9 percents are rounded up to the nearest whole number
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\ Under special circumstances, it may be necessary for the course instructor to issue a final course grade of “incomplete” to provide additional time for the student to satisfactorily complete the course. Such circumstances are rare and must be authorized by the instructor and supported by the program director. A final grade of “incomplete” may NOT be used to give a “second-chance” to pass a course. When a final grade of “incomplete” is appropriate, a written contract to remove the “I” will be prepared by the course instructor and signed by the instructor, student, and program director. Normally, the grade of “I” must be converted to a passing grade within 90 days of the conclusion of the course. Under a very rare circumstance, a time extension of an additional 90 days is possible. Each case will be handled on an individual basis and no one case shall set a precedent for another case. If the “I” is not removed in accordance with the contract, the final course grade will be recorded as an “F”.

\ If a student is absent on the day of a major examination, quiz, or out-of-class assignment, the student may make-up the missed work as follows:
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\ 1. A missed scored activity must be made up by 3:00 pm on the next course day following the absence. A missed bonus activity may NOT be made up (no exceptions).
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\ 2. A missed scored activity may earn a maximum of 85% of the original point value if completed by the deadline stated above.
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\ 3. Daily quizzes cannot be made up and any missed quiz will be scored as zero credit. If the student is not present when the quiz is handed out, he/she will not be allowed to take the quiz.
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\ Should the student be unable to complete the missed scored activity within this deadline, he or she may petition the instructor for an extension of time. Such a request must be made directly to the instructor BEFORE the deadline period expires. Each request will be handled on an individual basis (will not set a precedent) and the decision of the instructor will be final.
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\ Sometimes, a student may know in advance of an impending and absolutely unavoidable absence. If that absence is on a day when a scored activity is to be recorded, the student may petition the instructor, IN ADVANCE AND IN WRITING, for an excused absence. If approved, an excused absence will not carry the 15% loss of points on the scored activity due to the absence. Excused absences are very extraordinary exceptions to the standard make-up policy and are, therefore, rarely given. If approved, an excused absence is handled on an individual basis (will not set a precedent) and the decision of the instructor will be final.
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\ NOTE: If missed scored activity is not completed in accordance with this policy, the specific activity must be scored as ZERO credit and averaged as such into the final course grade. There can be NO exceptions!

Attendance

\ A student who plans to succeed in this course should also plan to attend ALL course sessions regularly. Habitual absenteeism often results in a failure to complete the course successfully.
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\ Prompt arrival for the start of each class is absolutely expected. Each lecture session begins at 8:00 am. An arrival after 8:00 am is a tardy arrival. The classroom clock (WCAH 106) will serve as the official timepiece. To be late for the start of class is very disruptive to the class session already in progress and shows disrespect to the instructor and the students who have arrived on time.
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\ Attendance and tardy arrivals will be recorded. If a student is present for the entire class for all course sessions, he/she will have two of the lowest quiz grades dropped. If a student has only one absence, he/she will have the lowest quiz grade dropped. Any student who is tardy by 15 minutes or more will have the tardy counted as an absence. In order to take the daily or bonus quezzes, the student must be in thee classroom at the time the quiz is handed out.

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GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE

If a student has a concern with the course instructor, the following due process protocol will apply. The student will follow the protocol steps in the order shown.

1. Make every effort to resolve the concern directly with the course instructor. The instructor should be contacted by the student before the conclusion of the course.

2. If the concern cannot be resolved to the satisfaction of the student after meeting with the course instructor, the student should seek satisfaction from the director of radiography within one week of the student instructor meetin

3. If the concern cannot be resolved to the satisfaction of the student after meeting with the director of radiography, the student should seek satisfaction from the Dean of Health Sciences within one week of the student supervisor meeting.

4. If the concern cannot be resolved to the satisfaction of the student after meeting with the Dean of Health Sciences, the student should seek satisfaction from the Vice-President and Dean of Instruction within one week of the student - Dean meeting.

5. If the concern cannot be resolved to the satisfaction of the student after meeting with the Vice-President and Dean of Instruction, the student should seek satisfaction from the college President within one week of the student-Vice-President meeting.

6. If the concern cannot be resolved to the satisfaction of the student after meeting with the President, the student should seek satisfaction from the college Board of Regents at the next regular meeting of the Regents. The decision of the Regents will be final.

 

STUDY HINTS FOR SUCCESS:

If you want to earn a passing grade for this course, it is recommended that you should ...

 

• Plan to study lecture information no less than six clock hours per week (outside of class time);

• Begin to prepare for each major examination as soon as new information is presented and review daily;

• Never study more than thirty consecutive minutes without taking a short break;

• Re-write lecture notes within twelve hours of the time the notes were first recorded. Consider using a recording device to record lecture sessions;

• Consider making study note cards ("flash cards") to learn factual information;

• Don't get comfortable while studying and avoid distractions:

• Study aloud (if your location permits); and,

• Strive to maintain a positive attitude.

 

ELECTRONIC DEVICES:

All electronic devices which produce audible sounds must be silenced in the classroom during class sessions. This includes cellular telephones, pagers, calculators, watches, etc.