DI 230 Basic Prin Computed Tomography

Content is designed to provide entry-level radiography students with an introduction to and basic understanding of the operation of a computed tomography (CT) device. Content is not intended to result in clinical competency. Critical thinking is emphasized.

Credits

Offered

Offered Summer only

Notes

Career Technical Education (CTE) Course

General Education Requirements

AAS Human Relations,

Outcomes

Describe the components and the data acquisition process of the CT imaging system. Explain the procedural requirements for basic CT scans including the general purpose of commonly performed CT studies. Identify and describe anatomical structures within various planes of a CT image.