Skeletal Radiography

3 credits · Undergraduate

This course provides the student with the knowledge required to perform basic skeletal radiography examinations. Aspects studied include: patient positioning, alignment of the radiation field, and radiation exposure factors. Radiographic images are analyzed with a focus on structures demonstrated, evaluation criteria, and modifications required to improve sub-optimal images. Students have the ability to develop radiographic skills for positioning and image analysis in lab/tutorial sessions. COREQUISITES: RADT 1010.03 RESTRICTIONS: Restricted to Bachelor of Health Science students in the professional stream of Radiological Technology FORMATS: Lecture | Lab | Tutorial