Practicum III Syllabus for 2026-2027
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RADR-2166-001 Practicum III

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Course Description

Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student.

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Hours

(1sch 8 prac.)

Class Type

Clinical

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Textbooks

REQUIRED COURSE TEXTBOOKS

There are no required textbooks for this course; however, the student should refer to the textbooks used in RADR 1411 and RADR 2401 as a reference source of information as the need arises.

Supplies

Notebook and pen

Student Performance

 

 

COURSE GOALS AND OBJECTIVES

A. GOALS

Given the appropriate textbooks, personal notes, handouts, and other course materials, the student should complete each of the following goals as evaluated by the faculty in the program.

1. Apply the knowledge learned in the on-campus didactic courses to the specific

clinical assignment rotations.

2. Using critical thinking skills, make those decisions necessary to complete all

clinical procedures appropriate to this course level.

3. Evaluate the learning experience from the perspective of the course competencies.

4. Work toward successful completion of clinical competencies. By the end of this course, total of 20 (38%) clinical competencies must be successfully completed.

5. You must complete 6 random challenges dated during this semester. See the Clinical Handbook for details about random challenges.

6. You have 7 days to enter information into Typhon. You must enter time logs and case logs within 7 days of their occurrence. Any time not entered must be made up. Incomplete case logs will result in a 5-point grade reduction for the rotation for each day with no case log.

 

 

 B. OBJECTIVES

The student who satisfactorily completes this clinical course will develop the following competencies as

evaluated by the college faculty — including clinical adjunct faculty — using a written evaluation

instrument with a minimum passing score of 75 percent:

These same objectives will be used throughout the program with each subsequent practicum course. Students will be evaluated based on their knowledge at this point in the program with the assumption that all skills will continue to be developed as you proceed through the program

• Discuss ethics and the characteristics of professional behavior.
• Apply professional communication techniques.
• List the radiography practice standards.
• Demonstrate positive values and a commitment to fair practices.
• Explain the elements of procedural performance and radiation protection.
• Recognize the requirements for clinical competency.

End-of-Course Outcomes: As outlined in the learning plan, apply the theory, concepts, and skills involving specialized materials, tools, equipment, procedures, regulations, laws, and interactions within and among political, economic, environmental, social, and legal systems associated with the occupation and the business/industry and will demonstrate legal and ethical behavior, safety practices, interpersonal and teamwork skills, and appropriate written and verbal communication skills using the terminology of the occupation and the business/industry.

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Expected Student Behavior

 

GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE

If a student has a concern, 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/clinical 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 immediate supervisor of the instructor within one week of the student–instructor meeting.

3. If the concern cannot be resolved to the satisfaction of the student after meeting with the immediate supervisor of the instructor, the student should seek satisfaction from the Dean of Allied Health 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 Allied Health, the student should seek satisfaction from the Associate Vice President of Academic Affairs within one week of the student–division chairperson meeting.

5. If the concern cannot be resolved to the satisfaction of the student after meeting with the Associate Vice President of Academic Affairs, the student should seek satisfaction from the Vice-President of Academic Affairs within one week of the the student –Associate Vice President meeting.

6. If the concern cannot be resolved to the satisfaction of the student after meeting with the Vice-President of Academic Affairs, the student should seek satisfaction from the college President within one week of the the student–Vice-President meeting.

7. 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.

Grading Criteria

 

FINAL GRADE EVALUATION

The following grade scale applies throughout this clinical course for all activities:

A = 92 - 100

B = 83 - 91

C = 75 - 82

F = 74.4 or below

A grade of “D” is not possible in this course.

Final grades for Practicum III will be determined by the following:

1. An average qualified radiographer evaluation grade will be calculated and constitutes 60% of the semester grade.

2. A faculty evaluation grade constitutes 40% of the semester grade. This grade includes having all required electronic information completed by the due date to include time logs, case logs, and tech evaluations. This also includes the paperwork that must be turned in by the due date and complete, including copies of competency cards, clinical notes, and repeat logs.

1. Failure to meet #4 and #5 in the goals above will result in a 10-point reduction off the final practicum grade for each infraction. For instance, if you complete 19 comps and 5 random challenges, you will lose a total of 20 points off your final practicum grade.
   
    

Missed clinical days must be made up no later than noon on July 15th. Any time not made up by that date will result in a grade of F for the semester. See clinical handbook, page 8.

Attendance

 

ATTENDANCE POLICY

A student who plans to successfully complete all competency requirements for this clinical course must also plan to attend clinical assignments on a regular and timely basis and complete all activities with a final score of not less than 75 percent. You may only have two (2) clinical absences for the summer semester before you will have a grade reduction Excessive absences and/or tardy arrivals may jeopardize the potential for learning in this course. All clinical hours must be completed by noon on the last Wednesday of the semester – no exceptions. Specific attendance policies relative to all clinical courses may be found in the Clinical Handbook.

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If you need help during the semester with any personal issues such as food, clothing, or rent, please visit the following website for resources for help: www.actx.edu/resources. There are scholarships for gas money as well as a food pantry and a clothing pantry.