2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin - NMU Bulletin

• Offered: Winter
• Prerequisites: Successful competion of RAD 261 through 267.
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Content provides an entry-level radiography student the relationship of CT components and their functions, the concepts of transverse radiography, image reconstruction and radiographic demonstration of cross-sectional anatomy of the head, thorax, abdomen and extremities.

• Offered: Fall
• Prerequisites: Successful completion of RAD 261 through 267.
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

The factors that govern and influence producing and recording radiographic images. Film and electronic imaging with related equipment are emphasized. Class and clinical lab demonstrations are used to demonstrate theoretical application.

• Offered: Winter
• Prerequisites: RAD 264
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Advancement of basic human anatomy and radiographic positioning principles to include: anatomy, positioning and radiographic identification of contrast media applications, gastrointestinal, hepatobiliary, genitourinary, vascular and mammography with clinical lab experience and assessment to compliment didactic instruction. Consideration is given to the evaluation of optimal diagnostic images, the manipulation of radiographic equipment, radiation protection and critical thinking skills in a diverse patient population.

• Offered: Winter
• Prerequisites: Admission to radiography program.
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Designed to allow the student sequential development of anatomy, positioning and radiographic identification in the performance of the following radiographic imaging procedures: bony thorax, vertebral column, skull and contrast media applications.

• Offered: Winter
• Prerequisites: Admission to radiography program.
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

The concepts of radiation production, emission and interaction with matter, radiation types and characteristics, and a base knowledge of the components, principles and operation of radiographic, fluoroscopic, mobile, tomographic and digital imaging equipment. Factors affecting image acquisition, display, archiving and retrieval are discussed.

• Offered: Fall
• Prerequisites: Admission to radiography program.
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

An introduction to basic human anatomy and radiographic positioning principles. Anatomy, positioning and radiographic identification of thorax, abdomen and upper and lower extremities with clinical lab experience and assessment to compliment didactic instruction will be completed. Consideration is given to the evaluation of optimal diagnostic images, the manipulation of radiographic equipment, radiation protection and critical thinking skills in a diverse patient population.

• Offered: Fall
• Prerequisites: Admission to radiography program.
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Patient care and assessment skills, general anatomy, medical ethics, radiation protection, patient positioning terminology, and radiographic positioning principles. Each student under direct supervision will practice anatomy, positioning, and radiographic identification of the thorax, abdomen, and upper and lower extremities.

• Offered: Fall
• Prerequisites: Admission to radiography program.
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Special consideration is focused on the basic emotional, physical and diverse cultural needs of the patient, infection control, institutional safety, surgical asepsis, vital signs and oxygen administration. This course will also include concentration of instruction for medical emergencies, specialized problems, pharmacology, drug administration, electrocardiograms and venipuncture.

• Offered: Fall
• Prerequisites: Admission to radiography program.
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

An overview of the prinicples of the interaction of radiation with living systems (molecules, cells, tissues and whole body), biological and physical factors affecting radiation responses (acute and chronic), the kinetics of cell survival and the principles of radiation protection including the responsibilities of a radiographer for patients, personnel and the public.

• Offered: Fall
• Prerequisites: AUT 100 and AUT 170.
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

This course gives students the opportunity to develop the technical knowledge and skills necessary to diagnose and service modern automotive electrical systems. Emphasis will be placed on electrical testing techniques and the use of test equipment.