VT 250 Radiology for Veterinary Technicians (3 credits)
Prerequisite Enrollment in the Veterinary Technology Program
Course Description
A course focusing on, fundamental radiographic techniques, correct patient positioning, and technical quality. Includes a discussion of small animal, large animal, and exotic animal techniques, and imaging technologies.
Course Content
A. Nature of radiation and radiation production
B. Radiographic equipment
C. Production of diagnostic radiographs
D. Radiation safety
E. Alternative imaging technologies
Student Outcomes
1. Discuss function and maintenance of radiographic equipment.
2. Produce diagnostic radiographic views of various animal species.
3. Discuss radiation safety and adverse effects of radiation on living tissues.
Degree Outcomes
Core Abilities: Critical, Creative, and Reflective Thinking: Graduates will evaluate, analyze, synthesize, and generate ideas; construct informed, meaningful, and justifiable conclusions; and process feelings, beliefs, biases, strengths, and weaknesses as they relate to their thinking, decisions, and creations.
Professional-Technical Program Outcomes: Proficiently execute the Essential Skills dictated by the American Veterinary Medical Association’s Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities.
Establish and maintain a work environment that ensures the safety of clients, animals and staff.
Lecture Contact Hours 20
Lab Contact Hours 20
Clinical Contact Hours 0
Total Contact Hours 40
Potential Methods
Written Examination
Laboratory Practicum
Laboratory Group Project
Instructor Observation
Self-evaluation
Peer-evaluation
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