RTE 2571 - Principles of Computed Tomography

3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
Lower-Division College Credit
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Computed Tomography (CT) Advanced Technical Certificate Program
AA Elective: No
This course presents a study of the historical development, evolution, physical principles, instrumentation, and clinical applications of computed tomography. Physical principles related to data acquisition and image formation are presented along with post processing, display, and archival techniques. Artifacts and other factors affecting image quality are discussed. In addition to the technical considerations of image production, proper patient preparation and care, clinical applications, and protocol options are presented for the head, neck, chest, abdomen, and pelvis, as well as the musculoskeletal system.

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