Diagnostic Medical Imaging (DMI)

This course is a study of the history and basic principles of medical radiography, the mechanics of radiographic exposure, the processing of the latent image, basic electrical and radiation safety measures, and medicolegal issues that relate to the practice of radiologic technology.

This course is a study of the criteria required to select x-ray machine settings to produce diagnostic quality radiographs and the compensations in radiographic technique that are required for pathologic conditions.

This course is a study of basic Fluoroscopy: Radiographic Contrast Media administration, pharmacology, safety, and treatments. Contrast Media examinations, Special Procedures, Digital Angiography, Vascular and Non-Vascular intervention are also discussed within the scope of this course.

Comprehensive review of the diagnostic medical imaging core curriculum. Serves as a preparation for state certification and national registry exams.

This course is a study of the history of computer systems, hardware and software, and their uses in radiology. Specific areas covered are: CT, Digital Imaging, MRI, and Picture Archiving Systems.

This course provides a study of the basic principles of physics involved in the production, behavior, modification, and control of radiation.

This course is a study of the application of the interaction of radiation and matter, technique manipulation, quality assurance, and quality control. Students are introduced to advanced Medical Imaging including: digital imaging; ultrasound; nuclear medicine; radiation oncology; PET; SPECT; and bone densitometry.

This course presents a history of ionizing radiation exposure to humans. Cellular and biologic effects of ionizing radiation are explored, with specific emphasis as to ways of limiting exposure to patients and personnel. State and Federal regulations are discussed as they pertain to Diagnostic Medical Imaging.

This course is the study of positioning for general and specialized radiologic exams of the skeletal system and adjacent organ systems. The student will develop skill in positioning the patient, film, and x-ray tube, and select appropriate techniques to produce diagnostic quality radiographic images.

This course is the study of positioning for general and specialized radiologic exams of the cranium and its contents. The student will develop skill in positioning the patient, film and x-ray tube, and select appropriate techniques to produce diagnostic quality radiographic images.

This course is the clinical application of theoretical knowledge to the practice of radiologic technology, correlation of clinical experiences, training and career goals, interpersonal relations, job oriented problems and image quality control. The course includes an assignment to a radiology department in an accredited hospital for clinical experience.

This course is the clinical application of theoretical knowledge to the practice of radiologic technology, correlation of clinical experiences, training and career goals, interpersonal relations, job-oriented problems and image quality control. The course includes an assignment to a radiology department in an accredited hospital for clinical experience.

This course is the clinical application of theoretical knowledge to the practice of radiologic technology, correlation of clinical experiences, training and career goals, interpersonal relations, job-oriented problems and image quality control. The course includes an assignment to a radiology department in an accredited hospital for clinical experience.

This course is the clinical application of theoretical knowledge to the practice of radiologic technology, correlation of clinical experiences, training and career goals, interpersonal relations, job oriented problems and image quality control. The course includes an assignment to a radiology department in an accredited hospital for clinical experience.

This course is the clinical application of theoretical knowledge to the practice of radiologic technology, correlation of clinical experiences, training and career goals, interpersonal relations, job-oriented problems and image quality control. The course includes an assignment to a radiology department in an accredited hospital for clinical experience.

This course is an introduction to the study of disease as it relates to radiologic technology. It includes the causes, signs, symptoms and radiolographic demonstration of common human diseases. The course acquaints the student with various pathologic conditions and their impact on the radiographic process.

This course includes the principles of radiation protection, fluoroscopy and viewing equipment, recording systems, quality control, patient positioning and regulatory provisions associated with fluoroscopy. This course prepares students to obtain a Department of Health Services Fluoroscopy permit.

This course is designed for instruction and supervised practice of the concepts and techniques of venipuncture. This course will partially fulfill the requirements of the California Health and Safety Code Section 106985 pertaining to Radiologic Technologists.

This course provides the student with a comprehensive overview of Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI). Included are image acquisition; MRI equipment, terminology, and instrumentation; tissue characteristics; basic patient and personNel safety; patient assessment and preparation; imaging parameters, and quality assurance. The course is designed to allow practicing technologists the opportunity to acquire the necessary skills and knowledge to qualify for national licensure as MRI technologists.

This course includes imaging techniques related to the Central Nervous System, neck thorax, musculoskeletal system and abdomen and pelvic regions. Specific clinical application, coils available and their use, consideration in the scan sequences, specific choices of protocols, and positioning criteria will be included. Planes that best demonstrate anatomy and the signal characteristics of normal and abnormal structures are discussed.

This is a study of human anatomy as seen in axial, sagittal, and coronal planes as would be shown on CT or MRI examinations. Bony, muscular, vascular, soft tissues, and organs of the following anatomical regions are studied: central nervous system, head, neck, musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, thorax, abdomen, and pelvis.

This course familiarizes the student with the common pathologies demonstrated on MRI/CT examinations and their appearance with various imaging protocols. The course content will include all commonly imaged body systems and structures.

Formerly DMI 405AB. This course allows the students the opportunity to practice the skills necessary to obtain high quality MR images, to objectively alter protocols based on patient pathology or physical condition, and to identify image quality problems and make appropriate corrections.

This course allows the students the opportunity to continue to practice the skills necessary to obtain high quality MR images, to objectively alter protocols based on patient pathology or physical condition, and to accumulate the required examinations designated by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.

This course provides the student with a comprehensive understanding of the physical principles and instrumentation involved in computed tomography (CT). Included are: physics topics, CT systems and operation data acquisition and display, and radiation protection practices. The course is designed to allow practicing technologists the opportunity to acquire the necessary skills and knowledge to qualify for national licensure as CT technologists.

This course provides the student with detailed instruction on imaging techniques for computer tomography (CT). Procedures included are central nervous and musculoskeletal systems, neck, thorax, abdomen and pelvis. Specific clinical application, indications for the procedure, patient education, assessment and preparation, positioning, contrast media usage, and image processing will be included. CT images will be reviewed for quality, anatomy and pathology.

This course prepares students to obtain the Department of Health Services Mammography license. It includes principles of components of dedicated mammography equipment, radiation protection legislation, quality assurance regulations and mammographic positioning.