Course Descriptions

Courses
Code Title Credit Hours Description
RAD333 Radiation Physics 2 Review of necessary math and physics, the structure of matter including electron configurations and the nucleus, the x-ray circuit, interactions between ionizing radiation and matter, and the application of principles necessary for the production of x-rays and gamma rays.
RAD340 Image Production and Eval & Lab 2 Analysis of the various technical factors and equipment that affect the radiographic image. Laboratory practice is a required component.
RAD341 Image Eval/ Research Concepts & Lab 2 This course emphasizes the critical thinking processes needed to evaluate image production to include research presentations and writing. Laboratory practice is a required component.
RAD350 Image Acquisition & Lab 2 Study of radiation interactions with matter, image receptors and image acquisition. Laboratory practice is a required component.
RAD350L Image Acquisition Lab 0 Lab
RAD351 Image Analysis & Lab 2 Provides a basis for analyzing radiographic images. Included are the importance of optimal imaging standards and the factors that can affect image quality.
RAD390 Clinical Practicum I 4 Skills development in basic radiographic procedures. Topics include effective communication, operation of equipment, client care, and technical skills development. Twenty-four hours of clinic per week.
RAD393 Clinical Practicum II 4 Applications of concepts in a clinical setting. Emphasis on progression from the role of observer, to assistant, then to relative independence under the supervision of qualified clinical instructors, radiographers, and faculty. Twenty-four hours of clinic per week.
RAD394 Clinical Practicum III 4 Clinical course emphasizing progression from the role of assistant to greater independence under the supervision of qualified instructors, radiographers, and faculty. Clinical experiences progress in level of difficulty. Twenty-four hours of clinic per week
RAD432 Rad Biology and Protection 3 An emphasis on radiation safety and radiobiology in the clinical area to include patient and occupational dose. CROSS-LISTED with NMT438/RTT435
RAD439 Radiation Biology and Protection 2 An emphasis on radiation safety and radiobiology in the clinical area to include patient and occupational dose.
RAD454 Comparative Pathology 3 This course is designed to provide the student with the knowledge of human disease or trauma and how these processes are depicted by various imaging technologies.
RAD472 Radiologic Tech Symposium 3 The study and analysis of selected examinations/procedures and digital imaging topics form the basis of this course with an emphasis on preparation for the board examination.
RAD481 CT Instrumentation and Physics 2 Examination of computed tomography (CT) instrumentation and physics to include system operation and components, image processing and display, image quality, artifact recognition, and quality control.
RAD483 CT Procedures and Protocols 2 Examination of computed tomography (CT) procedures and protocols to include positioning, acquisition methods, parameter selection, and special procedures.
RAD484 Digital Imaging 3 This course examines the study and analysis of radiographic image production and image evaluation from a computed radiography (CR) and digital imaging perspective. Picture archiving communication systems (PACS), radiology information systems (RIS), and hospital information systems (HIS) will be discussed.
RAD490 Clinical Practicum IV 4 Moves the student towards full independence. Provides opportunities to refine skills through independent practice. Twenty-four hours of clinic per week.
RAD493 CT / MRI Practicum 4 Applications in Computed Tomography and Magnetic Resonance Imaging settings. Topics include operation of equipment, patient safety, technical skills, and client care.
RAD494 MRI Instrumentation And Phys 2 Examination of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) instrumentation and physics to include system operation and components, quality control, and acquisition methods.
RAD495 MRI Procedures and Protocols 3 Examination of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) procedures and protocols to include positioning, parameter selection, image processing and display, and special procedures.
RAD496 Clinical Practicum V 4 Clinical course emphasizing the student’s move to full independence in the clinical setting. Provides opportunities to refine skills through independent practice and explore advanced modalities such as CT, MRI, Interventional Radiology, Cardiac Cath Lab, and Mammography. Twenty-four hours of clinic per week.
RCP210 Basic Skills in Resp Care Practice 2 This course is an introduction of basic skills fundamental to the practices of Respiratory Care. Content includes but is not limited to principles of documentation, patient assessment techniques, patient safety techniques, medical devices use, and AARC clinical practice guidelines. The course consists of 2 hours of lecture and 2 hours of lab per week.
RCP299 Introduction to Clinical Practicum 1 This course will introduce students to essential behaviors applicable to clinical practicum courses. Course content will explore requirements related patient safety, scopes of clinical practice, basic patient assessment, and documentation of clinical practicum activities.
RCP301 Clinical Practicum I 4 Application of client assessment, treatment, and evaluation in the general care environment of the hospital. Reinforcement of concepts and skills learned in current and prior didactic lab courses will be applied. Competency evaluation of Respiratory Care modalities will be completed
RCP303 Foundations Of Clinical Practice 2 Course introduces foundational elements of clinical practice. Practicum emphasizes basic assessment of cardiopulmonary function; collection and interpretation of clinical findings; and documentation of assessment findings and respiratory care therapeutics/intervention.
RCP307 Clinical Practicum II 4 Application of advanced respiratory care modalities in the critical care environment of the hospital. Reinforcement of concepts and skills learned in current and prior didactic/lab courses will be applied. Competency evaluation of respiratory care modalities will be completed.
RCP308 Pharmacology 2 Course covers general principles of pharmacology as well as respiratory, antiinfective, and cardiovascular system drugs. Selected central nervous system, autonomic nervous system, corticosteroid, diuretic, and ant-acid agents as they relate to respiratory and critical care will be discussed.
RCP309 Prin Of Mechanical Ventilation 2 Course content is a comprehensive study of the physiologic principles and functions relevant to ventilation; impaired ventilation and therapeutic interventions; and indications for mechanical ventilation.
RCP310 Foundations of Respiratory Care 3 A study of the fundamental laws and theories of chemistry, physics, and patient care procedures as related to respiratory care. Two hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory per week. Successful completion of all program prerequisites or permission of program chair.
RCP311 Respiratory Care Theory I 4 Study of respiratory care modalities, equipment design and operation, up to mechanical ventilatory support. Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory per week.
RCP312 Respiratory Care Theory II 4 Study of the initiation, implementation, and discontinuation of adult mechanical ventilation. Includes identification and treatment of respiratory failure in the adult. ACLS Certification is included. Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory per week.
RCP313 Adv Cardio Life Supprt Providr Prep 1 This course is an introduction to Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and provides the basis for responding to a critical care event. Topics covered include patient assessment, airway management, ECG rhythm interpretation, treatment protocols, pharmacological agents, and critical care algorithms. ACLS certification is required and the conclusion of the course.
RCP314 Critical Care Pharmacology 1 This course involves the study of pharmacotherapies commonly administered in the care of critically ill or injured patients, with an emphasis on acute care management. Course content includes the clinical application and assessment parameters monitored when neuromuscular, sedative, anesthetic, analgesics, antimicrobials, and resuscitation-related drugs are administered.
RCP315 Clinical Practicum II 3 This course involves the application of advanced respiratory care therapeutic and diagnostic interventions commonly performed in critical care settings. Application of knowledge and skills essential to mechanical ventilatory support and airway management are emphasized in this course. Concepts and skills from prior and current didactic, laboratory and clinical practicum courses will be reinforced, as applicable. Competency evaluation of respiratory care modalities will be completed.
RCP350 Applied Anatomy & Physiology 3 This course builds on the concepts of Anatomy and Physiology I and II using Human Patient Simulators and case study analysis as the principal methodologies. Learning will focus on multi-system interactions, which will apply how the body systems affects each other and how they perform when disease is present. The knowledge of the functions of each system will be applied to understanding how body processes occur. Prerequisites: BIO 201, BIO 202.
RCP353 Cardiopulmonary Pathophysiology 3 A study of the anatomical alterations of the heart and lungs caused by different disease processes. Includes etiology, clinical manifestations, diagnosis, and treatment of various cardiopulmonary diseases.
RCP357 Diagnostic Techniques 2 This course involves study of diagnostic techniques and interpretation of findings relevant to assessing cardiopulmonary physiology and function. Diagnostic procedures to be explored include: pulmonary function testing, bronchoscopy, electrocardiography, radiography, and arterial sampling.
RCP361 Applied Pathophysiology 3 A focus on the underlying principles common to disease processes. This course expands on how alterations of structure and function disrupt the human body as a whole. The course offers students the opportunity to observe various physiological changes of the body and how they manifest impact on various systems by incorporating simulation. Prerequisites: BIO 201 and BIO 202 or BIO 342 and BIO 345.
RCP401 Clinical Practicum III 4 Application of advanced respiratory care modalities in the critical care, neonatal intensive care, and home care settings. Reinforcement of concepts and skills learned in current and prior didactic lab courses will be applied. Competency evaluation of respiratory care modalities will be completed.
RCP402 Clinical Practicum IV 4 Application of specialty care modalities within and beyond the acute care setting. Reinforcement of concepts and skills learned in current and prior didactic/lab courses will be applied. Competency evaluation of respiratory care modalities will be completed.
RCP405 Clinical Practicum IV 5 Application of specialty care modalities within and be-yond the acute care setting. Reinforcement of concepts and skills learned in current and prior didactic/lab courses will be applied. Competency evaluation of respiratory care modalities will be completed.
RCP406 Clinical Practicum IV 3 Application of specialty care modalities within and beyond the acute care setting. Reinforcement of concepts and skills learned in current and prior didactic/lab courses will be applied. Competency evaluation of respiratory care modalities will be completed.
RCP413 Respiratory Care Theory III 4 Study of adult mechanical ventilation and cardi-ac/pulmonary monitoring techniques that are used in critical care settings, including hemodynamics as well as fluid and electrolyte balance. Three hours of lecture and one hour of laboratory per week.
RCP413L Respiratory Care Theory III Lab 0 Laboratory for RCP413
RCP416 Capstone Competency/Res Care 2 Comprehensive assessment of knowledge-base and skillset requirements essential to clinical practice and workforce readiness; includes student-driven facilitation of current trends and needs in professional practice.
RCP421 Clinical Internshp:Respiratory Care 3 Provides an opportunity for intensive study and experi-ence in an area of the student’s choice. Can include, but is not limited to, research, education, management, business, neonatal care, ECMO, subacute/home care, physician office practice, case management, diagnostics, hyperbaric medicine, or polysomnography.
RCP430 Neonatal Respiratory Care 2 This course involves the study of fetal development and transition into an extrauterine environment. Course content will also explore diagnostic evaluation and therapeutic interventions, as applicable to common cardiopulmonary disorders impacting the fetus and neonatal patient, to include stabilization and resuscitation techniques.
RCP431 Neonatal/Pediatric Respiratory 3 Study of fetal development and the transition to extrauterine environment. Includes the most common cardiopulmonary birth defects, neonatal and pediatric disease processes, and the appropriate mode of treatment.
RCP433 Expanded Clin Prac/Res Care 2 Course provides an overview of the roles of respiratory care practitioners beyond that of the traditional acute care environment. Content explores roles and responsibilities relative to cardiopulmonary rehabilitation; home and pal-liative care; primary care; case management; and polysomnography.
RCP434 Pediatric Respiratory Care 2 This course involves the study of congenital, acute, and non-accidental disorders impacting the pediatric population. Course content will also explore diagnostic evaluation and therapeutic interventions, to include stabilization and resuscitation techniques.