Radiology

DI 521
Diagnostic Imaging I: Normal Anatomy

This course introduces students to radiographic anatomy, variants, and congenital anomalies as they relate to the spine, pelvis, skull, viscera, and extremities. Concepts as they relate to image formation, physics, film reading, and report writing are introduced. Prerequisites: AN512.

2 lecture hour, 2 laboratory hours, 3 semester hours

DI 612
Diagnostic Imaging II: Normal Anatomy

This course is a continuation of DI521. Students continue to develop their skills of radiographic interpretation as they relate to normal anatomical structures of the various parts of the body. Prerequisite: DI521.

1 lecture hour, 2 laboratory hours, 2 semester hours

DI 623
Diagnostic Imaging III: Bone Pathology

This course introduces students to the clinical and radiographic manifestations affecting osseous structures due to neoplasia, tumor-like conditions, metabolic and endocrine disorders, and normal variants. Students are introduced to special imaging as they relate to further evaluation of these conditions. Prerequisites: DI623, PA611, all anatomy courses.

2 lecture hours, 2 laboratory hours, 3 semester hours

DI714
Diagnostic Imaging IV: Arthritis and Trauma

This course further develops the student's skills in the clinical and radiographic manifestations of osseous structures. Emphasis in this course is placed on the interpretation and recognition of disorders due to inflammatory and non-inflammatory arthritides, and trauma. Special imaging as they relate to further evaluation of these conditions is presented. Prerequisite: DI623.

2 lecture hours, 2 laboratory hours, 3 semester hours

DI 725
Diagnostic Imaging V: Chest and Abdomen

This course covers the interpretation of normal and abnormal clinical and radiographic manifestations of the internal organs. The chest, heart, and abdomen are studied on plain film as well as special examination procedures. Prerequisites: all previous DI courses.

1 lecture hour, 2 laboratory hours, 2 semester hours

DI 726
Diagnostic Imaging VI: Positioning and Physics

This course covers the mechanics of x-ray production, film processing, x-ray factors, and radiation safety and protection for doctor and patient. Also covered is the placement and positioning of patients for the taking of x-ray studies. Students are introduced to the policies and procedures utilized by the UBCC Health Center.

2 lecture hours, 2 laboratory hours, 3 semester hours

DI 827
Diagnostic Imaging VII: X-Ray Review

In a clinical setting, students are given a review in a case presentation style of various radiographic findings. Prerequisites: all courses semester I-VII.

2 laboratory hours, 1 semester hour