AGV 182 - Diagnostic Imaging

Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech

This course is designed to introduce the student to diagnostic imaging. Topics include review of radiology safety and patient positioning techniques. This course also includes physics behind common diagnostic imaging equipment such as radiography, ultrasound, computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging and nuclear scintigraphy. In addition, hands on application in radiography, dental radiography and ultrasound will be practiced. A survey in equipment maintenance, trouble shooting and purchase will be included.
Prerequisite: AGV 109 , AGV 133 , AGV 140 , AGV 145 , AGV 151 , AGV 165 , AGV 166 , AGV 170 , AGV 245
Competencies

Discuss production and physical properties of X-rays
1. Identify parts of equipment and functions
2. Recite safety measures for handling equipment
Generate diagnostic radiographs
1. Position large and small animal patients for taking diagnostic radiographs
2. Describe the Orthopedic Foundation of America (OFA) applications/positioning for canine hip dysplasia
3. Practice dental image creation
4. Assist in use of ultrasound for pregnancy diagnosis in the bovine
Perform procurement of diagnostic radiographs
1. Establish quality control
2. Demonstrate proper labeling and storage of digital images
3. Review radiographs for proper position and exposure
4. Discuss changes in technique to increase quality
Demonstrate proper care of equipment
1. Outline technique for cleaning of image receptors and replacement of image receptors
2. Summarize technique to calibrate and service the X-ray tube
3. Recognize faulty equipment operation
Create diagnostic films using both stationary and portable radiograph machines
1. Demonstrate proficiency using portable radiograph machines
2. Practice to become proficient at using stationary radiograph machines
3. Maintain radiographic logs, reports, files and records
Understand various contrast media studies
1. Discuss use of contrasts in radiographs
2. Describe contrast media applications
Demonstrate knowledge of ultrasonography
1. Maintain ultrasonographic equipment
2. Develop proper techniques for patient preparation
3. Review the physical creation of the ultrasound image
Demonstrate knowledge of endoscopy
1. Maintain endoscopic equipment
2. Develop proper techniques for patient preparation
3. Review the physical creation of endoscopic image and sample collection
Summarize the advanced diagnostic imaging technology
1. Discuss basic knowledge of computed tomography
2. Describe basic knowledge of magnetic resonance imaging
3. Explain basic knowledge of nuclear diagnostic procedures

Competencies Revised Date: AY2025