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Bergen Community College
Health Professions Division
Radiation Therapy Technology Program
Course Syllabus
RTT- 200 Survey of Disease
Course Description
RTT-200 Survey of Disease - This course orients students to disease and disorders that
compromise the human body. Emphasis is on cellular, systemic and manifestations. There will
be an emphasis on the management of pathologies as well.
3 lecture / 3 credits
Prerequisites: RTT 120
Co-requisites: RTT 210, RTT 220, RTT 221, RTT 230
Spring Semester
Student Learning Objectives:
As a result of meeting the requirements in this course, students will be able to:
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Demonstrate basic knowledge and understanding of diseases of the:
Immune System, Integumentary System, Musculoskeletal System, Cardiovascular System,
Respiratory System, Digestive System, Endocrine System, Urinary System, Reproductive
System, Hematopoietic System, Central Nervous System, Auditory System and Head and
Neck and Breast.
Identify pathologic terminology and most frequent and significant diseases and disorders.
Correlate specific diagnostic tests and procedures to specific disease states.
Discuss etiology of specific disease states.
Describe clinical manifestation of specific disease states.
Explain histology, grading, staging, prognostic factors and patterns of spread for malignant
neoplasms.
Identify oncoanatomy, including isocenter and nodal anatomy.
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Means of Assessment:
The Student Learning Objectives (SLO) in this course are intended to be aligned with the
pathology accreditation requirements of The Joint Committee on Education in Radiologic
Technology and the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection. They are also
correlated with the content specifications for the national registration examination in Radiation
Therapy administered by The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. Additional
student learning objectives may be specified in particular units.
The major assessment types (means of assessment) utilized in this course are objective tests,
quizzes, homework assignments, a research paper and class participation.
Course Content:
Content is designed to add depth to the students’ understanding of the disease process with an
emphasis on malignant neoplasia. Diagnostic images are used to demonstrate stage and grade in
neoplastic disease
Course Website:
RTT-200-001 Survey of Disease is a “web-enhanced” class. The class has its own website and
each member of the class has an account for the website. The BCC online course management
system is known as “Moodle”. This website will provide the student with review and assessment
materials.
Course Texts and/or Other Study Materials:
All text books are available through the Bergen Community College Bookstore.
Chao, Clifford K., Perez, Carlos A., Brady, Luther W., Radiation Oncology Management
Decisions. Philadelphia: Wolters Kluwer/Lippincott Williams & Williams. 3rd ed.2011. ISBN:
978-1-60547-911-8.
Levy, Leia. Mosby’s Radiation Therapy Study Guide and Exam Review. St. Louis, MO: Mosby,
Inc. 1st ed. 2011.ISBN 978-0-323-06934-2
Reference Material:
Haffty, Bruce G., Wilson, Lynn D., Radiation Oncology – Basic Principles and Clinical
Protocols, Boston, Jones and Bartlett. 2009. ISBN 978-0-7637-3143-4.
Washington, Charles M., Leaver, Dennis. Principles and Practice of Radiation Therapy. St.
Louis, MO: Mosby Elsevier Publishing, Inc., 4th.ed. 2015. ISBN: 978-0-323-28752-4
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Course Requirements and Learning Assessment:
A student’s final grade for the course is based primarily on his or her performance on the
required work for the course (Quizzes/homework assignments, research project, examinations
and class participation).
Quizzes (15% of final grade)
Students are expected to be prepared for a quiz following each lecture topic. All quizzes will be
administered on Moodle.
Homework Assignments (10% of final grade)
Assignments will be used to reinforce classroom presentations. Assignments will be administered
on Moodle.
Research Paper (10% of final grade)
A five to eight-page research paper will be used to evaluate the students writing competency.
The paper will be double spaced with one-inch margins and font size no larger than 12. A
traditional format is required with documentation of bibliography and footnotes. A minimum of
three (3) scholarly references are required; current (within the past five years) professional
journals are preferred. The scholarly references are to be submitted with the paper. Washington
and Leaver and Levy may only be used as sources to confirm or negate the scholarly article
research. The final research paper will be due no later than one (1) week before the last day of
class. Submission of the paper during the last week of the course will result in a 10 point – one
letter grade reduction on the paper. Papers submitted after the last day of the class will not be
accepted. Students will be afforded a Research Methodology presentation by the Library in the
Fall semester to provide the student with an optimal opportunity for compliance to timeline.
Examinations (60% of final grade)
Three examinations will be administered electronically in class. Each test will be worth 20% of
your final grade. The tests cover the major topics of the course: the disease process with a
emphasis on neoplasia . The test schedule will follow the classroom presentation and the content
of the test will be based on the required textbook readings, classroom presentations and
handouts. All tests are required. In the event that a test is missed, the student will be given a
comparable test. A make-up test is at the discretion of the instructor of the course.
Overall Class Participation (5% of final grade)
In order to participate in particular lectures and discussions, all related reading and assignments
must be completed prior to that class session. Please be advised that you must be present to
participate, yet that alone does not constitute active participation.
The following behaviors will be utilized to assess class participation:
Positive Behaviors:
1. Attend class regularly and on time and not leave early.
2. Be well-prepared for class by doing assigned reading.
3. Participate appropriately with relevant comments, questions or answers to questions
presented in class.
4. Show respect and value for the content of the course.
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5. Take all online tests.
Negative Behaviors:
1. Being absent from or being late for class.
2. Leaving class early.
3. Walking out of and coming back into class.
4. Sleeping in class.
5. Devalue the content of the course.
6. Behaving inappropriately in class (e.g., acting silly, conducting private conversations in
the back of the room, distracting behaviors such as eating, drinking or chewing gum in
class; defacing classroom furniture; etc.)
7. Being impolite, rude, or discourteous to me or to your classmates.
8. Not being adequately prepared for class.
9. Speak without thinking – demonstrate a lack of reasoning and critical thinking skills.
10. Submit research paper late.
11. Be absent for testing.
Grading Policy:
The grading policy and course grade appeal policy of the program are stated in the Radiation
Therapy Student Handbook. The program grading policy utilizes the standards of the American
Registry of Radiologic Technologist national registry exam.
Letter Grade Numerical Range Conversion
A 90% to 100% Excellent
B+ 85% to 89.9% Very Good
B 80% to 84.9% Good
C+ 75% to 79.9% Marginal / Acceptable
C 70% to 74.9% Poor / Failing
I Incomplete
E Unofficial withdrawal
W Official Withdrawal
D / F Does not apply to RTT courses
There are no extra credit opportunities in this course.
Attendance Policy:
BCC Attendance Policy: All students are expected to attend punctually 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 are to be
established in writing on the individual course outline. Attendance will be kept by the instructor
for administrative and counseling purposes.
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Radiation Therapy Program Attendance Policy: Classroom attendance policy for the
Radiation Therapy Program is stated in the Radiation Therapy Student Handbook. The student is
responsible for adherence to this policy.
Attendance Policy in this Course: Students are expected to attend class regularly and
punctually and for the full class period. Attendance will be taken at each class session. In the
event of a late arrival, the student is expected to enter quietly without disturbing the class. In the
event of an absence, it is the responsibility of the student to acquire the missed material. The
attendance policy of this course will adhere to the attendance policy of the Radiation Therapy
Program as stated in the Radiation Therapy Student Handbook.
Absences, lateness and early departures will diminish your overall performance in the course
and, subsequently, will increase your risk of diminished performance on the ARRT national
registry exam and the administration of responsible patient care. Additionally, the BCC
Radiation Therapy Program provides employment assistance upon graduation from the program
and ARRT registration; your classroom attendance behavior may be used by your instructor as
an indicator to your employment attendance behavior.
A Research Methods for Medical Professionals workshop for all Radiation Therapy Students is
presented by the Library in the Fall semester of the program. This workshop is designed to
provide research assistance and assure accurate documentation and professional integrity.
Failure to attend this presentation will require the student to submit a minimum of a four (4) page
research paper covering the content of the workshop. Submission of this paper to the RTT 200
course instructor is required before Spring break. In the event that this paper is not submitted in
the required timeframe, the student will be denied the opportunity to submit the final research
paper.
Other College, Divisional, and/or Departmental Policy Statements
The Radiation Therapy Program adheres to all Bergen Community College policies, including
drug and alcohol use and smoking on campus, discrimination and harassment, rules and
regulations governing conduct, rules governing academic integrity and acceptable use of
information technology resources as stated in the BCC College Catalog – Policies.
The Bergen Community College Radiation Therapy Program adheres to a no cell phone policy in
the classroom, laboratory and clinic.
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Course Outline and Calendar
Note to Students: The following Course Outline and Calendar is tentative and subject to change,
depending upon the progress of the class.
Week Date(s) Topics/Activities/Assignments Readings
Chapters
1 Mon.
Wed.
Thoracic cavity
Thoracic cavity
20 & 21
19
2 Mon.
Wed.
Thoracic cavity
Thoracic cavity
17 & 18
3 Mon.
Wed.
Abdominal cavity
Abdominal cavity
22 & 23
24 & 25
4 Mon.
Wed.
Abdominal cavity
Test 1
17
5 Mon.
Wed.
Head and Neck
Head and Neck
11 & 12
13 & 14
6 Mon.
Wed.
Head and Neck
Head and Neck
15
7 Mon.
Wed.
Male Reproductive and Genitourinary system
Male Reproductive and Genitourinary system
26
27
8 Mon.
Wed.
Spring Break
Spring Break
9 Mon.
Wed.
Male Reproductive and Genitourinary system
Male Reproductive and Genitourinary system
28
10 Mon.
Wed.
Female Reproductive system
Female Reproductive system
29
29
11 Mon.
Wed.
Female Reproductive system
Test 2
30
12 Mon.
Wed.
Lymphatic system
Lymphatic system
34
35
13 Mon.
Wed.
Musculoskeletal system
Musculoskeletal system
31
32
14 Mon.
Wed.
Integumentary system
Integumentary system
Research Paper due
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33
15 Mon.
Wed.
Make up day / review
Test 3