XT122–DigitalImaging–52ClockHours/4.5QuarterCreditHours Prerequisite: Completion of Module I with a “C” or better. This course introduces students to x-ray imaging, image quality, and exposure factors contributing to producing aradiographic image. The course focuses on the components and principles of exposure, image evaluation, and operation of digital imaging systems in diagnostic radiography. Topics such as image acquisition, display, archiving, and retrieval are discussed. The principles of digital system quality assurance and maintenance will also be presented. This course will include outside-of-school preparation hours such as reading and writing assignments, practice and practical assignments, and projects. A minimumof22.5hoursofworkoutsideclasswillbeassigned. XT123–RadiographicProceduresII–48ClockHours/4.5QuarterCreditHours Prerequisite: Completion of Module I with a “C” or better. This course introduces medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and common lower extremity and spine pathologies. Routine radiographic procedures are described and demonstrated for the cervical, thoracic, lumbar, sacroiliac joints, sacrum, coccyx, foot, lower leg, knee, upper leg, hip, and pelvis. Duringsimulatedradiographicexaminations,studentsdemonstratecompetencyinperformingroutine vertebral column and lower extremity radiographic procedures. This course will include outside-of-school preparation hours such as reading and writing assignments, practice and practical assignments, and projects. A minimumof17.5hoursofworkoutsideclasswillbeassigned. XT123L–RadiographicProceduresIILab–30ClockHours/1.5QuarterCreditHours Prerequisite: Completion of Module I with a “C” or better. This course provides a knowledge base necessary to perform standard radiographic procedures of the bony pelvis, lower extremities, and vertebral column. Consideration will be given to the production of images of optimal diagnostic quality. Course methods will incorporate demonstrations, image analyses, and positioning lab practicum. Students will be required to demonstrate competency in positioning skills, equipment manipulation, and radiation protection before they are allowed to perform these skills under the direct supervision of the patient. XT124–IntegrationofTheoryandPractice–25ClockHours/1QuarterCreditHour Prerequisite: Completion of Module I with a “C” or better. This course focuses on activities associated with refining radiographic imaging skills and medical assistant skills application in an x-ray environment. Emphasis is placed on proper positioning, image critique, patient care, and radiation protection. This course will include outside-of-school preparation hours such as reading and writing assignments, practice and practical assignments, and projects. A minimum of five (5) hours of out-of-class work will be assigned. XT130C–ClinicalPracticeIII–160ClockHours/5QuarterCreditHours Prerequisite: Completion of XT 120C with a “C” or better. This course provides 160 hours of supervised clinical instruction and experience in an approved x-ray departmentofanauthorizedclinicalfacility concentrating on chest, extremities, and torso skeletal radiography. Backoffice and medical skills are also included. Students must meet attendance requirements and satisfactorily completetheexternshipobjectives. This course helps prepare students for the limited permit x-ray technician certification examination required by theStateofCalifornia Department of Health. This course may include out-of-school preparation hours such as reading and writing assignments, practice and practical application assignments, and projects. XT140C–ClinicalPracticeIV–120ClockHours/4QuarterCreditHours 317