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RADR 1202 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, ECC

Radiographic Image Evaluation I
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: RADR 1166 or instructor permission.
Course Description: This course will introduce the student to the scientific process of radiographic image evaluation. (2 Lec.)

RADR 1250 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, ECC

Radiographic Image Evaluation II
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: RAD4 1202, RADR 1267 or instructor permission.
Course Description: Assessment of radiographic images with an emphasis on identifying image artifacts, positioning qualities of the image, and technical qualities of the image using advanced concepts. (2 Lec.)

RADR 1266 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, ECC

Practicum (or Field Experience) - Radiologic Technology/Science-Radiographer
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student. (20 Ext.)

RADR 1267 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, ECC

Practicum (or Field Experience) - Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: RADR 1166.
Course Description: Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student. (20 Ext.)

RADR 1313 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, ECC

Principles of Radiographic Imaging I
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: RADR 1411.
Course Description: An introduction to radiographic image qualities and the effects of exposure variables upon these qualities. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)

RADR 1411 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, ECC

Basic Radiographic Procedures
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: RADR 2213, HPRS 1204, SCIT 1408 or BIOL 2402 or concurrent enrollment, or instructor permission.
Course Description: An introduction to radiographic positioning terminology, the proper manipulation of equipment, positioning and alignment of the anatomical structure and equipment, and evaluation of images for proper demonstration of basic anatomy. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)

RADR 2209 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at ECC

Radiographic Imaging Equipment
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: RADR 1313 and RADR 2305.
Course Description: Equipment and physics of x-ray production. Includes basic x-ray circuits. Also examines the relationship of conventional and digital equipment components to the imaging process. (2 Lec.)

RADR 2217 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, ECC

Radiographic Pathology
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: HPRS 2201, SCIT 1408 or BIOL 2402, RADR 1411, RADR 2301, RADR 2331 or instructor permission.
Course Description: A presentation of the disease process and common diseases and their appearance on medical images. (2 Lec.)

RADR 2233 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, ECC

Advanced Medical Imaging
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: RADR 2240 or instructor permission.
Course Description: An exploration of specialized imaging modalities with an emphasis on the concepts and theories of equipment operation and their integration for medical diagnosis. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.)

RADR 2235 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, ECC

Radiologic Technology Seminar
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: All previously required RADR courses in sequence, concurrent enrollment or permission of the instructor.
Course Description: A capstone course focusing on the synthesis of professional knowledge, skills, and attitudes in preparation for professional employment and lifelong learning. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.)

RADR 2266 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, ECC

Practicum (or Field Experience) - Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: RADR 1267.
Course Description: Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student. (20 Ext.)

RADR 2267 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, ECC

Practicum (or Field Experience) - Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: RADR 2266.
Course Description: Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student. (15 Ext.)

RADR 2301 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, ECC

Intermediate Radiographic Procedures
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: RADR 1411, HPRS 1204, or instructor permission.
Course Description: A continuation of the study of the proper manipulation of radiographic equipment, positioning and alignment of the anatomical structure and equipment, and evaluation of images for proper demonstration of anatomy. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)

RADR 2305 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, ECC

Principles of Radiographic Imaging II
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: RADR 1313.
Course Description: A continuation of the study of radiographic imaging technique formulation, image quality assurance, and the synthesis of all variables in image production. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)

RADR 2313 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at ECC

Radiation Biology and Protection
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: SCIT 1407 or BIOL 2401 and MATH 1314.
Course Description: Effects of radiation exposure on biological systems. Includes typical medical exposure levels, methods for measuring and monitoring radiation, and methods for protecting personnel and patients from excessive exposure. (3 Lec.)

RADR 2331 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, ECC

Advanced Radiographic Procedures
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: RADR 1411 and RADR 2301.
Course Description: Continuation of positioning; alignment of the anatomical structure and equipment, evaluation of images for proper demonstration of anatomy and related pathology. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)

RADR 2335 (3 Credit Hours) New course added May 4, 2012
Offered at ECC

Radiologic Technology Seminar
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: A capstone course focusing on the synthesis of professional knowledge, skills, and attitudes in preparation for professional employment and lifelong learning. (3 Lec.)


Academic Courses
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for transfer among community colleges and state public four year colleges and universities as freshman and sophomore general education courses.

WECM Courses
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board as workforce education (technical) courses offered for credit and CEUs (Continuing Education Units). While these courses are designed to transfer among state community colleges, they are not designed to automatically transfer to public four-year colleges and universities.