stic images of
various regions of the body. Assessment and analysis of medical images
to detect positioning and exposure errors. Correction of diagnostic image
errors. Impact of pathology on image quality. Prerequisites: Valid
Arizona Medical Radiography Technology Board of Examiners (MRTBE)
Practical Technologist license and BIO160, ENG101, CRE101 or
CRE111, and COM101 or COM110 and HCC130 and HCC146.
DMI112AA Skeletal Procedures I
1.5 Credits 2.5 Periods
Radiographic anatomy of the upper and lower limb, pelvis and bones of
the thorax. Positioning of the humerus, shoulder, pelvis, hip, bones of
the thorax and spine. Emphasis on radiation protection, film evaluation
and modifications. Serving the culturally diverse patient. Prerequisites:
DMI101, DMI102, and DMI107, or permission of instructor.
DMI112AB Skeletal Procedures II
1.5 Credits 2.5 Periods
Positioning of the cranium, facial bones, and advanced skull regions.
Emphasis on radiation protection, film evaluation and modifications.
Serving the culturally diverse patient. Prerequisites: DMI112AA, or
permission of instructor.
DMI114AA Radiography Practicum IIA
1.5 Credits 10 Periods
Reinforcement and broadening of knowledge and skills acquired in
DMI104, Radiography Practicum I. Prerequisites: DMI104 or permission
of program director.
DMI114AB Radiography Practicum IIB
1.5 Credits 10 Periods
Reinforcement and broadening of knowledge and skills acquired in
DMI114AA, Radiography Practicum IIA. Prerequisites: DMI114AA, or
permission of program director.
DMI118AA Contrast Media Procedures I
1 Credit
1 Period
Terminology, gross and radiographic anatomy, procedures and film
evaluation related to contrast media procedures. Type, administration,
and adverse reactions related to contrast media. Unique positioning
situations. Prerequisites: DMI101, DMI102, and DMI107, or permission
of instructor.
DMI118AB Contrast Media Procedures II
1 Credit
1 Period
Terminology, gross and radiographic anatomy, procedures and film
evaluation related to contrast media procedures. Type, administration,
and adverse reactions related to contrast media. Select topics related to
pediatric radiography. Unique positioning situations. Prerequisites:
DMI118AA or permission of instructor.
DMI119
Introduction to Digital Information
and Management
1 Credit
1 Period
Use of computers and digital information in medical imaging to include
hardware, software and peripheral devices. Clinical applications for
Radiology, Nuclear Medicine, Sonography, Computed Tomography
(CT), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and Radiation Therapy.
Implications for digital imaging, computer-aided diagnosis, Health
Information Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), patient
safeguards and image and information management. Prerequisites: Health
care professional.
DIAGNOSTIC MEDICAL IMAGING (DMI)
MEDICAL RADIOGRAPHY (DMI)
DMI100
Introduction to Diagnostic Medical Imaging
0.5 Credit 0.5 Period
Role of health care worker in diagnostic imaging procedures. Job duties,
responsibilities, working conditions and work environments in the
inpatient and outpatient clinical settings. Overview of diagnostic and
therapeutic procedures. Shadowing experience in medical imaging
department. Prerequisites: None.
DMI101
Radiation Safety
2 Credits 2 Periods
Sources and types of radiation. Units of radiation measurement.
Conversions from tradiation to system international units. Protection
devices, operating equipment (including ancillary devices), and federal
and state laws regarding radiation safety. Radiation monitoring devices.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
DMI102
Radiographic Positioning I
4 Credits 6 Periods
Terminology, procedures, and anatomy pertinent to radiography. Routine
radiographic positioning of chest, upper limb, and lower limb. Special
projections of the chest, upper and lower limbs. Evaluation of radiographs
of the chest, upper and lower limb. The impact of pathology on
positioning and radiographic quality. Prerequisites: DMI103 and
permission of program director.
DMI103
Radiographic Processing 1.5 Credits 2.5 Periods
Comprehensive instruction in darkroom chemistry, equipment, and
techniques. Discussion of the automatic, daylight, and laser processing
procedure that renders physical and chemical changes as a visible
radiographic image. Prerequisites: Permission of program director.
DMI104
Radiography Practicum I 6 Credits 35 Periods
Observation of and familiarization with hospital procedures and
environment. Demonstration of appropriate patient care. Process
examination requisitions and other documentation related to the
procedure. Darkroom procedures and processing of films. Operation and
maintenance of radiographic equipment. Performance of basic
radiographic procedures to include the chest, upper and lower limb.
Prerequisites: DMI101, DMI102, DMI103, and DMI107, or permission
of program director.
DMI105
Fundamentals of Radiation Physics
3 Credits 3 Periods
Fundamental principles of the physics involved in medical radiography.
Simplified math, physical concepts of energy, the structure of matter,
static electricity, electric current, and electromagnetism. Generators and
motors, high-voltage control, and circuitry of the X-ray tube. Principles
and characteristics of X-ray production. Prerequisites: Permission of
program director.
DMI106
Radiographic Image Evaluation I
1 Credit
1 Period
Systematic procedure for evaluating radiographs to determine their
diagnostic quality. Prerequisites: DMI102 and DMI107.
DMI107
Radiographic Technique
4 Credits 6 Periods
Principles related to radiographic exposure. Geometry of image formation
and radiographic qualities. Radiogaphic grids and screens. Application of
radiographic principles involving problem-solving skills. Lab activities
provided to reinforce radiographic concepts. Prerequisites: DMI103 and
DMI105. 169
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DMI224
Radiography Practicum V 5 Credits 30 Periods
Reinforcement and broadening of routine and advanced procedures,
portable skills and surgical procedures acquired in DMI214, Radiography
Practicum IV. Operation and maintenance of radiographic equipment.
Correct use of radiation protection devices. Evaluation of radiographic
images. Ethical and professional job-related skills. Prerequisites: DMI214.
DMI225
Quality Improvement
1 Credit
1 Period
Components, tests, and procedures for evaluation of radiographic
systems to assure consistency in the production of quality images. State
and federal regulations. Prerequisites: DMI103, DMI105, and DMI107,
or permission of instructor.
DMI226
Radiographic Image Evaluation III
1 Credit
1 Period
Systematic procedure for evaluating radiographs to determine their
diagnostic quality. Prerequisites: DMI216.
DMI227
Radiography Seminar
1 Credit
1 Period
Use of skills and resources for reviewing content areas examined by the
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). Professional
job-seeking procedures and development of resume. Prerequisites:
Permission of instructor.
DMI228
Radiography Practicum VI 1 Credit
6 Periods
Advanced imaging procedures. May be repeated for a total of three (3)
credit hours. Prerequisites: Permission of instructor and acceptance by
sponsoring clinical institution.
DMI230
Introduction to Diagnostic Ultrasound
3 Credits 5 Periods
History of ultrasound including medical applications. Job description
including opportunities, training and curriculum. Licensure, use and
maintenance of ultrasound equipment, roles, rules and responsibilities of
diagnostic medical sonographers in the workplace. Prerequisites: None.
DMI230AA Introduction to Diagnostic Ultrasound: History
1 Credit
1 Period
History of ultrasound including medical applications. Job description
including opportunities, training, roles and responsibilities of diagnostic
medical sonographers in the workplace. Prerequisites: None.
DMI230AB Introduction to Diagnostic Ultrasound:
Equipment
1 Credit
1 Period
Curriculum, licensure, roles and responsibilities of diagnostic medical
sonographers in the workplace. Prerequisites: None.
DMI230AC Introduction to Diagnostic Ultrasound:
Laboratory
1 Credit
3 Periods
Use and maintenance of ultrasound equipment. Roles and responsibilities
of diagnostic medical sonographers in the workplace. Prerequisites:
DMI230AA, or DMI230AB.
DMI231
Professional and Patient Interactions
2 Credits 2 Periods
Principles of verbal and non-verbal communication skills through the
development of understanding self, patients, colleagues and others.
Includes verbal communication, written instructions, communications
devices, telephone protocol, resume writing and job interviewing
techniques. Prerequisites: None.
DMI204
Radiography Practicum III 5 Credits 30 Periods
Continuation of supervised student performance of routine radiological
procedures, including surgery and portable procedures. Prerequisites:
Proposed Requisites: Prerequisites: DMI114AA and DMI114AB, or
permission of instructor.
DMI211
Pharmacology of Contrast Agents
0.5 Credit 0.5 Period
Common drug nomenclature and pharmacology of contrast agents.
Correct preparation, dosages, and administration of contrast agents.
Chemical characteristics and properties of contrast agents. Adverse
reactions, patient care issues, and medical/legal issues. Prerequisites:
Currently enrolled in medical radiography program, or graduate radiologic
technologist, or permission of instructor.
DMI212
Advanced Radiographic Procedures
1 Credit
1 Period
Physical space requirements and equipment required for advanced
radiographic procedures. Types and applications for needles,