RAD 215 — Principles and Procedures in Mammography
Provides a detailed overview of the history, equipment and radiographic principles and their application to mammography. Course focuses on breast anatomy and physiology, mammographic techniques, positioning skills, critical equipment features, image receptor characteristics, and image quality management. Successful completion of this course along with RAD 216 will meet the required contact hours of documented learning required by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT). This course is offered every spring and fall. Prerequisite: Admission into the Mammography certificate program.