Imaging Equipment Operation
Credits: 3
Course Number: 10-526-194
Course Description
10-526-194 IMAGING EQUIPMENT OPERATION ...introduces radiography students to the principles and application of x-ray technology. Students analyze how x-rays are produced and determine the corrective actions necessary for common equipment malfunctions. (Prerequisite: Enrolled in Radiography program)
Course Typically Offered
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How can I use this course to achieve my career goals?
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What will I learn?
- Analyze the purpose and function of automatic exposure control (AEC)
- Summarize the purpose and function of x-ray circuitry
- Analyze the purpose and function of diagnostic x-ray tubes
- Identify the components of image intensification fluoroscopy
- Interpret the electromagnetic spectrum
- Analyze the relationship of wavelength, frequency, and energy of an x-ray photon
- Outline the conditions necessary to produce x-radiation
- Compare the production of bremsstrahlung and characteristic x-ray production
- Interpret the x-ray emission spectrum diagram
- Describe quality control tests for radiographic systems
- Analyze quality control test results for radiographic systems
- Identify common radiographic manifestations of equipment malfunctions
Class Details
- Class Number:
- 21304
- Delivery:
- In-Person
- Term:
- Spring 2025
- Date Range:
- -
Estimated Cost:
$496.55
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Meeting Times
| Dates | Day(s) / Time | Location(s) |
|---|---|---|
| 01/27/25 - 05/19/25 |
M
8:30 AM - 11:20 AM |
Green Bay Campus Room HS117
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