Course

Veterinary Radiology II

Faculty
Science & Technology
Department
Animal Health Technology
Course Code
AHTT 2309
Credits
2.00
Semester Length
15 weeks
Max Class Size
30
Method(s) Of Instruction
Lecture
Lab
Field Experience
Typically Offered
To be determined

Overview

Course Description
Further practice in radiolography with problem solving, and special techniques, in advanced diagnostic imaging, , and dental radiology are emphasized in this course. The technologist’s role in the radiology of species other than cats and dogs is also covered. Patient preparation for both basic and advanced techniques are included.

Enrollment is limited to students in the Animal Health Technology Program.
Course Content

The major topics in the course include:

1. Evaluation of radiographic technique

- review of quality and positioning of radiographic views

- causes of common radiographic artifacts

- discussion of processing errors

- components of a diagnostic X-ray

- formulation of multiple technique charts

 

2. Radiographic studies in the equine species

-  positioning of patients

-  considerations for portable and mobile X-ray units

-  techniques for developing X-rays in the field

 

3. Special radiographic techniques and studies

-  of the digestive system, including Barium studies

-  of the urinary system, including pyelograms and cystograms of the oral cavity

 

4. Advanced imaging techniques

-  digital radiography

-  ultrasound

-  computed tomography

-  magnetic resonance imaging

 

5. Radiotherapy

-  indications and implications

-  use as a treatment modality

Learning Activities

This course involves one hour per week of classroom instruction and two hours per week of laboratory activity for six weeks.  Students will also spend four hours per week for six weeks in Workplace Lab Instruction in small and large animal veterinary clinics to develop their practical skills. Finally, a three week practicum will allow students individual internship experience.

Means of Assessment

Quiz # 1                                                                                              10

Quiz # 2                                                                                              10             

Laboratory Assignments & Projects                                                        20-40

Professionalism/WBI evaluations                                                          10-25

Final Examination                                                                               25-30

                                                                                                         100%

Grades:      A+ 95-100,      A 90-94,      A- 85-89,      B+ 80-84,      B 75-79,      B- 70-74,

                    C+ 65-69,         C 60-64,      C- 55-59,      P 50-54,        F 0-49.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course students will be able to:

1.  recognize & evaluate  technical errors and artifacts on a radiograph, their causes and prevention.

2.  understand the positioning of equine patients for routine radiographic studies.

3.  explain and demonstrate the special radiographic techniques of the digestive and urinary systems, including

     the upper GI series

4.  formulate radiographic technique charts.

5.  discuss the legal ownership of radiographs and their proper handling.

6.  investigate the principles of digital radiography.

7.  discuss the fundamentals of ultrasonongraphy and other specialized imaging  techniques including CT and        MRI.

8.  demonstrate basic positioning for dental radiography.

9.  define radiotherapy and its indications.

Textbook Materials

Textbooks and Materials to be Purchased by Students

  1. Lavin, L.M., Radiography in Veterinary Technology. Elsevier, 4th ed. (required)
  2. McCurnin, D.M. & Bassert, J.M., Clinical Textbook for Veterinary Technicians. Elsevier, Current ed.,  (required)
  3. Radiology Lab DVD’s – supplied by Animal Health Technology program.

Requisites

Prerequisites

Corequisites

No corequisite courses.

Equivalencies

No equivalent courses.

Course Guidelines

Course Guidelines for previous years are viewable by selecting the version desired. If you took this course and do not see a listing for the starting semester / year of the course, consider the previous version as the applicable version.

Course Transfers

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Institution Transfer Details for AHTT 2309
There are no applicable transfer credits for this course.

Course Offerings

Winter 2025