VETT 204 Applied Radiology*

A technical course covering the principles of radiology including radiological techniques, animal positioning, darkroom procedures and radiation safety. Alternative imaging methods including ultrasound will be discussed. Prerequisite: VETT 201 with a grade of C or better.

Credits

3

Semester Contact Hours Lecture

30

Semester Contact Hours Lab

45

General Education Competency

[GE Core type]

VETT 204Applied Radiology*

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I. General Information

Department

Agriculture

II. Course Specification

Course Type

Program Requirement

General Education Competency

[GE Core type]

Credit Hours Narrative

3

Semester Contact Hours Lecture

30

Semester Contact Hours Lab

45

Grading Method

Letter grade

Repeatable

N

III. Catalog Course Description

A technical course covering the principles of radiology including radiological techniques, animal positioning, darkroom procedures and radiation safety. Alternative imaging methods including ultrasound will be discussed. Prerequisite: VETT 201 with a grade of C or better.

IV. Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:

• Identify and implement proper safety measures regarding radiation exposure.   
• Position common species (canine, feline, equine and exotics) for radiographs.
• Apply the principles of radiology to real life situations.
• Describe the principles of radiology and be able to real life situations.
• Produce diagnostic radiographs through both digital, manual and hand processing.   
• Perform diagnostic studies including contrast media and ultrasound.   
• Complete AVMA Essential Skills: N104, I1-17.

V. Topical Outline (Course Content)

VI. Delivery Methodologies