RADG 115 — Radiographic Exposure I
This course deals with t he basic scientific principles involved in the production of x-rays, the interactions of x-rays with human anatomy, and the effects that the technical factors involved have on image quality. The essentials of math, physics, and chemistry are reviewed, and the fundamentals of electricity, circuits, and the electrical components of an x -ray system are introduced. These principles are then used to understand the relationships between x -ray equipment, the technical factors of exposure, the accessories that affe ct image quality, and how our choices affect patient dose. We will concentrate on image formation in modern digital radiography, with historical references to film when appropriate. Prerequisite(s): RADG program acceptance Corequisite(s): RADG-130