Start Term
2026-2027
Course Title
Radiographic Core
Course Code
TERT1035
Course Hours
90
Course Credits
3
Description
This course is designed to teach students about x-ray imaging and exposure techniques, radiation protection, radiobiology, and radiographic physics. Students will learn how to use digital imaging techniques and post processing techniques in both the lab and in the classroom. This course will assist students in understanding the core methods of radiography.
Upon course completion, students will be able to:
• Describe the properties and characteristics of x-rays.
• Describe the equipment and components of an x-ray room.
• Demonstrate patient protection techniques to decrease the radiobiological risks.
• Demonstrate digital imaging and post processing techniques.
• Describe radiation physics and x-ray production circuits.
• Use the key features in the digital image process and in post processing.