RAD312 - Advanced Radiography

Subject Title
Advanced Radiography

Subject Description
This course is designed as a continuation of RAD 212 with continual emphasis on the positioning of
small and large animals utilizing non-manual restraint whenever possible. Radiographs of superior
quality for diagnostic purposes will be obtained with minimum risk to you. This course will give you the
opportunity to study dental radiographs, hip studies, contrast studies, large and exotic animals, and
alternate imaging modalities.

Credit Status
one credit

Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this subject the student will be able to:

Upon successful completion of this course you will be able to:
 
1. Safely produce and process diagnostic quality radiographs that demonstrate maximum attention
to production detail and minimal technical errors.
2. With emphasis on non-manual restraint, position both small and large animals for the various
common views. In small animals, also demonstrate hip dysplasia and contrast media. All will be
completed so that optimum information is evidenced on the film.
3. Produce diagnostic dental radiographs using regular and dental x-ray machines.
4. Look at radiographs and either orally or in writing, accurately describe positioning, production and
quality information, technical errors, anatomy, and methods of improvement.
5. Have a theoretical knowledge of alternate imaging modalities, i.e., Ultrasound, CT, MRI and
Fluoroscopy & Scintigraphy.
6. Always demonstrate proper radiation safety during the lab.
7. Formulate and follow a technique chart for small animal radiographic use.

Essential Employability Skills
    •  Respond to written, spoken, or visual messages in a manner that ensures effective communication.

    •  Execute mathematical operations accurately.

    •  Apply a systematic approach to solve problems.

    •  Use a variety of thinking skills to anticipate and solve problems.

    •  Locate, select, organize, and document information using appropriate technology and information systems.

    •  Analyze, evaluate, and apply relevant information from a variety of sources.

    •  Interact with others in groups or teams in ways that contribute to effective working relationships and the achievement of goals.

    •  Manage the use of time and other resources to complete projects.

Academic Integrity
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Please visit the Academic Integrity website http://open2.senecac.on.ca/sites/academic-integrity/for-students to understand and learn more about how to prepare and submit work so that it supports academic integrity, and to avoid academic misconduct.

Discrimination/Harassment
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Accommodation for Students with Disabilities
The College will provide reasonable accommodation to students with disabilities in order to promote academic success. If you require accommodation, contact the Counselling and Accessibility Services Office at ext. 22900 to initiate the process for documenting, assessing and implementing your individual accommodation needs.

Camera Use and Recordings - Synchronous (Live) Classes
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Students joining a live class online may be required to have a working camera in order to participate, or for certain activities (e.g. group work, assessments), and high-speed broadband access (e.g. Cable, DSL) is highly recommended. In the event students encounter circumstances that impact their ability to join the platform with their camera on, they should reach out to the professor to discuss. Live classes may be recorded and made available to students to support access to course content and promote student learning and success.

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