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Home My WebLink AboutRAD-291 Bergen Community College Division of Health Professions Department of Radiography RAD 291 – Essential Skills for Radiographic Practice Basic Information About Course Course and Section Number: RAD 291 Locations: Laboratory HP-127 Office: HP-306 Course Description This capstone experience culminates with the professional development of entry-level radiologic technologists. The students will meet the established requirements for a competency-based education. A comprehensive overview of topics involved with becoming a registered radiologic technologist and career opportunities are provided. Students are demonstrating their abilities through guided simulations on patient care, radiologic positioning, and image acquisition. Credits – 1 CR, Laboratory [3] Prerequisites - RAD 182 Radiography Practicum I RAD 282 Radiography Practicum II RAD 283 Summer Radiography Practicum RAD 286 Radiography Practicum III RAD 289 Radiography Practicum IV Co Requisites - RAD 290 - Advanced Radiography Practicum Student Learning Objectives: As a result of meeting the requirements in this course, students will be able to: 1. Create diagnostic radiographic images under indirect supervision without assistance. 2. Perform independently in areas of successful clinical competency evaluations. 3. Apply their knowledge to solve complex radiographic procedures and problems. 4. Demonstrate the ability to safely manipulate radiographic equipment. Means of Assessment Students in this course will: 1. Complete any remaining patient care competencies including venipuncture. 2. Demonstrate their understanding of material through regular participation. 3. Demonstrate the ability to perform radiographic procedures through eligible simulations as required. 4. A comprehensive exit examination will be completed at the end of the semester prior to graduation. Course Content In this course, radiography students will continue their professional development towards obtaining an entry level radiographer position and associated licensure. Students will complete no more than 10 eligible simulated competencies towards their program requirements. Students expand their ability to critically think. Students will revisit prior material in preparation for the ARRT examination. Students will develop a professional cover letter and resume to provide potential employers post-graduation. Successful completion of the course and exit examination will allow students to apply for the ARRT 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 Kettering National Review Seminar Electronic device for test taking and/or note taking. Writing utensil and notebook for note taking Research, Writing, and/or Examination Requirement(s) Laboratory Exercises and Activities Students will participate in weekly exercises that include a variety of topics such as patient care, image production, safety, and imaging procedures. Students will discuss skills required in joining the workforce such as interviewing, career searching, and joining of professional networks/associations. Examination Students will complete an exit examination at the end of the course. This examination requires a minimum passing score of 80%. A student will not take the exit examination more than three (3) times. It will cover all content taught by the radiography program within the past two years. Grading Policy Recommended Grade Structure Introductory Radiographer Resume, Cover Letter Building, Development of a Professional Social Media Presence 20% Laboratory Exercises and Activities 40% Comprehensive Exit Examination 40% The Radiography program grading scale is outlined in the program handbook available here https://bergen.edu/radiography/more-info/ 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. Absences will result in the loss of two (2) points from the final grade. Arriving late and/or leaving early will result in the loss of one (1) point from the final grade. A doctor’s note will validate an absence but does not excuse the absence. 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 Patient Care - Ethics & Legal, Communication, Ergonomics Development of social media 2 Patient Care - Infection Control & Pharmacology 3 Radiation Physics 4 Image Acquisition and Evaluation 5 Image Acquisition and Evaluation Cover Letter Building 6 Equipment Operation 7 Equipment Operation 8 Procedures - Chest, Thorax, Abdomen 9 Procedures - Extremities Resume Building 10 Procedures - Spine 11 Procedures - Skull 12 Final Examination 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. Date of Most Recent Syllabus Revision: 04/2024