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Division of Health Professions
Department of Radiography
RAD 285 –Radiography III
Basic Information About Course
Course Typically Offered:Fall
Semester and Year:Fall,Year 2
Course and Section Number:RAD 285
Locations:HP-302
Course Description
This course continues with the study of radiographic procedures,theory,and application of basic
skull,advanced skull,an overview of the management and care of trauma,geriatric and
pediatric patients.It also includes a study of contrast agents typically utilized and their
respective radiographic examinations.This course includes a component of faculty guided
independent study of medical terminology
Credits –3 CR,Lecture [2.00],Laboratory [3.00]
Prerequisites -RAD 281 Radiography II
RAD 283 Summer Radiography Practicum
Co Requisites -RAD 183 Radiographic Pathology
RAD 286 Radiography Practicum III
Student Learning Objectives:As a result of meeting the requirements in this course,students
will be able to:
1.Prepare and position a patient according to standardized imaging procedures.
2.Identify and discuss any contra-indications or modifications for a procedure based on
patient assessment.
3.Prepare a radiographic examination room,including the preparation of associated
contrast media,based on the requested examination.
4.Educate a patient on the procedure being performed,including risks versus benefits of
radiation.
5.Apply their knowledge of radiation safety to protect the patient and participating
occupational workers.
Means of Assessment
Students in this course will:
1.Complete a midterm and final examination in class.
2.Demonstrate their understanding of material by participating in laboratory sessions and
completing a laboratory practical at the end of the semester.
3.Complete short assignments and quizzes related to current topics.
4.Participate in discussion integrating positioning,imaging media,and technical
considerations.
Course Content
In this course,radiography students will be introduced to contrast media studies and skull
positioning.Included in this material is associated anatomy,technical considerations,and
procedure modifications.Students are expected to review previously covered anatomy and
physiology in preparation for each class.Students will demonstrate their knowledge through
class participation and discussion,laboratory assessment,and examination
Course Texts and/or Other Study Materials
Lampignano,John &Kendrick,Leslie.Bontrager ’s Textbook of Radiographic Positioning and
Related Anatomy 10th Edition.Elsevier,2021.ISBN 978-0-323-65367-1
Callaway,William.Mosby’s Comprehensive Review of Radiography:The Complete Study Guide
and Career Planner 8th Edition.Mosby,2022.ISBN 978-0323694889
RadTech Bootcamp by Clover Learning.Academic License.
Research,Writing,and/or Examination Requirement(s)
Quizzes,Short Writing Assignments
Students will be given short writing assignments or quizzes to complete.Timelines for
completion will be determined by the course instructor.
Midterm and Final
The midterm and final will be objective,computerized tests that demonstrate the student’s ability
to identify and apply course material.Students will be expected to evaluate various
radiographic images and identify related course material.
Grading Policy
Recommended Grade Structure
Written assignment and participation grading will be defined by the instructor.
The Radiography program grading scale is outlined in the program handbook available here
https://bergen.edu/radiography/more-info/
Recommended Policy for Late Assignments:
Students will receive a zero (0 )for late assignments.
Attendance Policy
BCC Attendance Policy:
All students are expected to attend every scheduled meeting of each course in which they are
registered.Attendance and lateness policies and sanctions are to be determined by the
instructor for each section of each course.These will be established in writing on the individual
course outline.Attendance will be kept by the instructor for administrative and counseling
purposes.
Attendance Policy for this Course.
To be determined by the instructor.
Other College,Divisional,and/or Departmental Policy Statements
Accommodations for Disabilities:
Bergen Community College aims to create inclusive learning environments where all students
have maximum opportunities for success.Any student who feels he or she may need
accommodation based on the impact of a disability should contact the Office of Specialized
Services at 201-612-5269 or via email at ossinfo@bergen.edu for assistance.
Statement on Mental Health and Wellbeing
Mental health concerns or stressful events may lead to diminished academic performance or
reduce a student's ability to participate in daily activities.Bergen Community College has
licensed Personal Counselors available to assist you with addressing these and other concerns
you may be experiencing.
You can learn more about the confidential mental health services available on campus via the
Health and Wellness Center at www.bergen.edu/personalcounseling
BCC Statement on Plagiarism:Plagiarism is a form of academic dishonesty and may be a
violation of U.S.Copyright laws.Plagiarism is defined as taking someone else’s words,
opinions,or ideas and claiming them as one’s own.
Examples of plagiarism include instances in which a student:
•knowingly represents the work of others as his/her own
•represents previously completed academic work as current
•submits a paper or other academic work for credit which includes words,ideas,data or
creative work of others without acknowledging the source
•uses another author ’s exact words without enclosing them in quotation marks and citing
them appropriately
•paraphrases or summarizes another author’s words without citing the source
appropriately
Instructors may define their own policies regarding plagiarism.See the Academic Regulations
section of the college catalog for college policies.
Available Online and On-Campus Resources
Office of Testing and Tutoring at the Meadowlands LYN 202
https://bergen.edu/tutoring/tutoring-testing-center-at-the-meadowlands/
The Writing Center and Tutoring Center L-125 https://bergen.edu/tutoring/writing-center/
OWL (Online Writing Lab)http://www.owl.english.perdue
The English Language Resource Center (ELRC)C-212
https://bergen.edu/tutoring/english-language-resource-center/
The Library https://bergen.edu/library/
MLA Formatting Guides https://bergen.libguides.com/citationguides/mla
Library Research Guides https://bergen.libguides.com/index.php?b=s
Free Time Computer Labs https://bergen.edu/technology-assistance/computer-lab-availability/
The Center for Student A-118 (Academic,Career,International,and Transfer Counselors)
https://bergen.edu/center-for-student-success/
Academic Support https://bergen.edu/academics/pathway-scholars-program/academic-support/
Personal Counseling HS-100
https://bergen.edu/health-wellness-and-personal-counseling/personalcounseling/
Sample Course Outline
Week Topic/Activity Assignment/Events
1 Orientation &Introduction to Contrast Assignment –Competency Checklist
2 Introduction to Contrast -Continued
3 Esophagus/Swallowing Dysfunction
Study/Upper GI
Quiz –Introduction to Contrast
4 Upper GI –Continued &Gallbladder
Imaging
Quiz –Esophagus &Upper GI
5 Small Intestine &Large Intestine
Imaging
Quiz –Upper GI &Gallbladder
6 Venipuncture &GenitoUrinary Quiz –Small &Large Intestine
7 Midterm Examination
8 Skull Anatomy &Positioning Lines
9 Basic Skull Positioning Quiz –Skull Anatomy
10 Facial Bones Anatomy &Positioning Quiz –Skull Positioning
11 Sinuses &Nasal Bone Positioning Quiz –Facial Bones
12 Mandible Quiz –Sinuses &Nasal Bones
13 Orbits &TMJs Quiz –Mandible
14 Population Imaging &Trauma Quiz –Orbits /TMJs
Laboratory Practical
15 Final Exam
Important dates for the semester can be found at
https://bergen.edu/events/category/academic-calendar/list/
Note to Students:This Course Outline and Calendar is tentative and subject to change,
depending upon the progress of the class.
Date of Most Recent Syllabus Revision:09/2023