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CTCP
2140 Clinical Applications I
(0-16-4)
This course introduces students to the clinical setting of a Computed
Tomography (CT) department. It allows students to observe and gain knowledge
of CT procedures as well as patient care while in the CT department. Introduces
the student to the CT scanner, protocols, equipment used, contrast agents, as
well as starting to work toward their clinical competencies needed for this course
and the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Corequisite: Graduation from accredited Radiology, Nuclear Medicine or
Radiation Therapy Program.
Prerequisite: Registered Radiologic Technologist, Nuclear Medicine
Technologist, or a Radiation Therapy Technologist with the ARRT or Nuclear
Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMBCT).
CTCP 2150 Clinical Applications II
(0-24-6)
This course is a continuation of the hands-on training about the CT scanner,
protocols, equipment, contrast agents, as well as post-processing that was
introduced in the previous linical course. It allows students to become more
proficient as well as gaining work experience needed to join the workforce as an
entry-level trechnologist and towards the completion of their clinical
competencies needed for this course as well as the American Registry of
Radiologic Technologists (ARRT.)
Corequisite: Graduate from an accredited Radiology, Nuclear Medicine or
Radiation Therapy Program.
Prerequisite: Registered Radiologic Technologist, Nuclear Medicine
Technologist, or a Radiation Therapy Technologist with the ARRT or Nuclear
Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMBCT.), CTCP 2140
Offered: Spring and Summer.
CVTE
1100 Introduction to Cardiovascular Technology
(1-0-1)
This course is designed to provide the student with the basic understanding of
the Cardiovascular Technician Profession. Topics of discussion will include
Invasive Cardiology, Non-Invasive Cardiology, Basic Cardiovascular Anatomy
and Physiology, basic Cardiovascular teminology, basic Electrocardiography
(ECG/EKG), ethical and legal considerations, vital signs, current and coming
technology related to the field of study, employment opportunities, outlook, and
earnings potential as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor. A field trip will
also be used to help enhance the learning of the Cardiovascular Technician
student.
Corequisites: None.
Prerequisite: Completion of all Learning Support requirements.
Offered: Summer.
