Year 1
Code
Name/Description
Credits
APHY 191
Anatomy and Physiology 1
3
You will explore the structure and function of organs and systems in the normal human body. Your studies will focus on the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous and endocrine systems.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 42.0
Equivalent Course(s): APHY 191CE
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory, Online, Print Distance Group, Print Distance Individual, Prior Learning
APHY 282
Anatomy and Physiology 2
3
Building on the knowledge gained in APHY 191 (Anatomy and Physiology 1), you will continue your study of the structure and function of the normal human body. Your studies will focus on the cardiovascular, immune, respiratory, digestive, urinary and reproductive systems.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 38.0
Prerequisites(s): APHY 191
Equivalent Course(s): APHY 282CE
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory, Online, Print Distance Group, Print Distance Individual, Prior Learning
CHEM 176
Clinical Chemistry 1
5
Your studies will focus on the principles and application of analytical techniques. These include basic light measuring systems, electrochemistry and laboratory automation. You will develop the skills needed to produce valid analytical results to assess blood gases, electrolytes, carbohydrates and renal function.
Credit Units: 5
Course Hours: 70.0
Prerequisites(s): MTER 180, APHY 282(concurrent), PROC 180(concurrent)
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online, Print Distance Group, Prior Learning
You will perform and assess chemical and microscopic urinalysis.
Credit Units: 2
Course Hours: 23.0
Prerequisites(s): MTER 180, APHY 282(concurrent), PROC 180(concurrent)
Equivalent Course(s): CHEM 184CE
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
CHEM 279
Clinical Chemistry 2
3
You will learn advanced light measuring techniques, as well as enzymology and immunoassay theory. You will develop the skills needed to produce and assess valid results.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 50.0
Prerequisites(s): CHEM 176, IMMU 183(concurrent)
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online, Prior Learning
ECRD 180
Electrocardiography
3
Your studies will focus on the theoretical aspects required to perform electrocardiograms. The course content includes recording techniques, recognizing artifacts and identifying remedies to minimize them, and recognizing basic cardiac arrhythmias.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 45.0
Equivalent Course(s): ECRD 180CE
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online, Prior Learning
ETHC 181
Patient Care in Radiography 1
2
You will learn the radiographer’s role in basic patient care when performing medical imaging procedures. You will learn about documentation in health care, isolation and transmission based precautions, and assessment of patients’ physical status. You will apply transferring techniques and learn about patient personal care assistance, identification of emergency procedures and recognition of basic medical accessory equipment.
Credit Units: 2
Course Hours: 37.0
Prerequisites(s): INFC 180
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
ETHC 185
Professional Practices 1
3
You will receive an introduction to health care and health care delivery systems. You will study the legal and ethical issues faced by health care professionals. You will discuss interpersonal and employability skills required in health care professions with an emphasis on teamwork, communication and stress management. You will learn methods to deal with grief and loss, in addition to skills and techniques for critical thinking and conflict management.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 42.0
Equivalent Course(s): ETHC 185CE, HUMR 182
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory, Print Distance Group, Prior Learning
ETHC 280
Professional Practices 2
2
You will study health care organizational behaviour and the skills required for leadership/management roles. You will discuss co-operative work relationships, conflict resolution, budgeting, strategic planning, the collective bargaining process and workload measurements. You will develop workplace documents and demonstrate job search techniques.
Credit Units: 2
Course Hours: 30.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory, Online, Print Distance Group, Prior Learning
You will focus on laboratory procedures performed routinely in the clinical laboratory. These include the theory and use of hematology analyzers and the assessment of peripheral blood films.
Credit Units: 5
Course Hours: 74.0
Prerequisites(s): MTER 180, PROC 180(concurrent)
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online, Print Distance Group
HEMA 192
Introductory Hemostasis
2
You will study secondary hemostasis and fibrinolysis. You will learn to perform, assess and correlate common screening tests used to detect and monitor treatment of hemostasis disorders.
Credit Units: 2
Course Hours: 35.0
Prerequisites(s): MTER 180, PROC 180(concurrent), IMMU 183(concurrent)
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
You will study the body's innate and acquired defense mechanisms. Your studies will focus on the involvement of the immune system in various disease states and clinical conditions. The course also provides an introduction to the principles of antigen-antibody reactions and their application in many laboratory tests.
Credit Units: 2
Course Hours: 30.0
Prerequisites(s): MTER 180
Equivalent Course(s): IMMU 183CE
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory, Online, Prior Learning
IMRC 182
Image Recording Introduction
2
Your studies will focus on the fundamentals of radiographic processing. You will learn about screen and film combinations, operating and maintaining processors, film fault analysis, darkrooms and facets of quality control relating to x-ray film processing.
Credit Units: 2
Course Hours: 37.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
IMRC 183
Image Acquisition & Processing
4
You will learn the factors affecting radiographic qualities and how to develop a technique chart. You will study the theory of how modern radiographic equipment works, as well as the theory and application of digital image acquisition, processing, archiving, and quality control.
Credit Units: 4
Course Hours: 53.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
INFC 180
Infection Control and Safety
2
You will study the transmission of microorganisms, blood-borne pathogens (i.e. hepatitis virus and HIV), routine practices, isolation procedures, immunization for medical workers, sterilization and disinfection, biohazard waste, safety and WHMIS.
Credit Units: 2
Course Hours: 25.0
Equivalent Course(s): INFC 180CE
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online, Print Distance Group, Print Distance Individual, Prior Learning
MTER 180
Medical Terminology
1
You will learn to use the prefixes, suffixes and combining forms from which medical terms are derived. You will also learn to use medical abbreviations.
Credit Units: 1
Course Hours: 10.0
Equivalent Course(s): MED 161, MTER 180CE
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory, Online, Print Distance Group, Print Distance Individual, Prior Learning
You will be introduced to physics concepts applicable to the principles of operating x-ray generating equipment, image formation, and radiation protection.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 38.0
Equivalent Course(s): PHYS 184CE
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory, Online
PROC 180
General Laboratory Practice
2
You will receive the theory and practice required to perform basic procedures in a laboratory. The course content includes laboratory glassware, use of balances, centrifuges, thermal equipment, pH meters, microscopes and solution preparation with related calculations.
Credit Units: 2
Course Hours: 37.0
Prerequisites(s): INFC 180
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online, Prior Learning
PROC 181
Specimen Collection and Handling
3
You will learn how to collect, handle and transport various laboratory specimens to ensure the quality of laboratory results. The collection of blood specimens will be emphasized. You will practice capillary and venous collection on adults at various sites in the community.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 40.0
Prerequisites(s): INFC 180
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online, Print Distance Group, Prior Learning
QC 194
Quality Management
2
You will receive an overview of methods used to ensure the quality of laboratory results. Quality assurance and quality control techniques will be emphasized.
Credit Units: 2
Course Hours: 30.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab
RDGR 179
Radiographic Technique 1
5
You will learn the theory and develop the skills of radiographic positioning and image critique for the appendicular skeleton.
Credit Units: 5
Course Hours: 68.0
Prerequisites(s): RGAN 180(concurrent)
Corequisites(s):
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
RDGR 180
Radiographic Technique 2
4
Building on the theory and skills learned in RDGR 179 (Radiographic Technique 1) you will learn the theory and develop the skills of radiographic positioning and image critique for the axial skeleton.
Credit Units: 4
Course Hours: 60.0
Prerequisites(s): RDGR 179
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
RGAN 180
Radiographic Anatomy
3
Your studies will focus on identifying the skeletal, thoracic, abdominal and respiratory anatomy in radiographic images. Topographical anatomy will be discussed to aid in radiographic positioning.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 44.0
Prerequisites(s): MTER 180, APHY 191(concurrent), APHY 282(concurrent)
Equivalent Course(s): RGAN 180CE
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory, Online, Prior Learning
RSAP 180
Radiation Science and Apparatus 1
3
You will be introduced to the function and operation of basic x-ray equipment in producing radiation. You will also study quality control and how it is applied in a practical setting.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 40.0
Prerequisites(s): PHYS 184(concurrent)
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
Year 2 - Semester 1
Code
Name/Description
Credits
PATH 179
Radiographic Pathology 1
2
You will learn how to identify the pathological conditions of specific body systems as demonstrated on radiographs. At course completion, you will be able to use the required radiographic qualities to adequately illustrate the pathology in question.
Credit Units: 2
Course Hours: 33.0
Prerequisites(s): RGAN 180
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory, Online, Print Distance Group, Prior Learning
PATH 181
Laboratory Result Correlation
3
You will focus on the role of the laboratory in diagnosis and disease management. The course content includes the analyses used and brief descriptions of common disorders involving the various body systems. You will use this information to help you define the role of the laboratory in disease diagnosis and management. This information will assist you to detect possible discrepancies in laboratory test results.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 40.0
Prerequisites(s): HEMA 179, HEMA 192, CHEM 279(concurrent)
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory, Online, Prior Learning
QC 193
Best Practices in Point of Care Testing
1
You will study roles and responsibilities of the health care team in point of care testing (POCT). You will learn steps necessary to implement POCT, principles of quality management and correlation of POCT results.
Credit Units: 1
Course Hours: 15.0
Equivalent Course(s): QC 193CE
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory, Online, Print Distance Group, Prior Learning
RDBG 184
Radiobiology and Protection
2
You will be introduced to radiobiology and protection. You will acquire the knowledge and develop the skills needed to practice basic radiation protection during radiological examinations. The course content includes the biological effects of ionizing radiation, basic radiation protection principles and concepts, radiation monitoring, radiation protection guidelines and safety regulations, and techniques of minimizing patient dose during diagnostic imaging.
Credit Units: 2
Course Hours: 30.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online, Print Distance Group, Prior Learning
RDGR 283
Advanced Radiographic Technique 1
2
You will learn about radiographic techniques used for localizing foreign bodies in the human body. You will discuss variations in techniques used for pediatric and geriatric patients. You will also learn the basic principles used in trauma radiography and mobile radiography.
Credit Units: 2
Course Hours: 32.0
Prerequisites(s): RDGR 180
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
SIMU 280
Clinical Simulation
9
You will participate in a 140 hour simulation that will help prepare you for your clinical experience. The course will focus on skill development in x-ray, laboratory and ECG. The experience will assist you to correlate your theory to real patient and laboratory situations. You will demonstrate your ability to prioritize, organize and implement procedures in all disciplines. Your ability to apply professional practice will be stressed.
Credit Units: 9
Course Hours: 140.0
Prerequisites(s): CHEM 184, ECRD 180, ETHC 181, ETHC 185, ETHC 280, IMRC 182, IMRC 183, PATH 179, RSAP 180, PATH 181, QC 193, PROC 181, QC 194, RDBG 184, RDGR 283
Potential Learning Method(s): Lab/Practical, Online, Print Distance Group
Year 2 - Semester 2
Code
Name/Description
Credits
CLIN 190
Clinical Radiography
39
You will participate in a supervised clinical experience at an assigned clinical site. Upon successfully completing your clinical experience, you will be able to perform routine projections/views for the abdomen and specified skeletal and respiratory systems. You will also know how to operate radiographic equipment and critique resulting radiographs. You must demonstrate appropriate patient care and radiation safety and protection.
Credit Units: 39
Course Hours: 582.0
Prerequisites(s): SIMU 280
Potential Learning Method(s): Clinical/Practicum
CLIN 193
Clinical Laboratory
31
You will participate in a supervised clinical experience at an assigned clinical site. You will have the opportunity to become competent in performing routine laboratory procedures by various methodologies. You will gain experience in the daily operation of the hematology and chemistry laboratory. You will also apply the previous skills you learned to perform, evaluate and report routine laboratory results.
Credit Units: 31
Course Hours: 468.0
Prerequisites(s): SIMU 280
Potential Learning Method(s): Clinical/Practicum
You will participate in a supervised clinical experience at an assigned clinical site. Upon successfully completing this experience, you will be able to competently perform ECGs.
Credit Units: 2
Course Hours: 37.0
Prerequisites(s): SIMU 280 or SIMU 100
Potential Learning Method(s): Clinical/Practicum, Prior Learning