RADT 200S Radiologic Physics
This course introduces the student to the principles of radiation physics. Special emphases are placed on the production of x-ray and use of electromagnetic radiation along with a review of fundamentals of fundamentals of mathematics, units of measurement as they relate to radiologic physics and medical imaging. The structure of matter, basic electricity, magnetism, electrical physics, radiation physics, x- ray production, target interaction, x-ray beam, x-ray generator, transformers, and rectification system are discussed along with an introduction to advanced equipment operations and quality control. Prerequisites: RADT 118S, RADT 110S and RADT 147S. Course Rationale: Required of all students enrolled in the Radiologic Technology Program. (3-0-2)