RADR 1201 (2 Credit Hours) Reinstated course added September 1, 2017
Offered at BHC, ECC Introduction to Radiography This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An overview of the historical development of radiography, basic radiation protection, an introduction to medical terminology, ethical and legal issues for health care professionals, and an orientation to the profession and the health care system. (2 Lec.) |
RADR 1202 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at ECC Radiographic Image Evaluation I This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: RADR 1166 or instructor permission. Course Description: This course will introduce the student to the scientific process of radiographic image evaluation. (2 Lec.) |
RADR 1250 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at ECC Radiographic Image Evaluation II This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: RAD4 1202, RADR 1267 or instructor permission. Course Description: Assessment of radiographic images with an emphasis on identifying image artifacts, positioning qualities of the image, and technical qualities of the image using advanced concepts. (2 Lec.) |
RADR 1266 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at ECC Practicum (or Field Experience) - Radiologic Technology/Science-Radiographer This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student. (20 Ext.) |
RADR 1267 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at ECC Practicum (or Field Experience) - Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: RADR 1166. Course Description: Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student. (20 Ext.) |
RADR 1311 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, ECC Basic Radiographic Procedures This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: RADR 2213, HPRS 1204, SCIT 1408 or BIOL 2402 or concurrent enrollment, or instructor approval. Course Description: An introduction to radiographic positioning terminology, the proper manipulation of equipment, positioning and alignment of the anatomical structure and equipment, and evaluation of images for proper demonstration of basic anatomy. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
RADR 1313 (3 Credit Hours) Reinstated course added September 1, 2017
Offered at ECC Principles of Radiographic Imaging I This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Radiographic image quality and the effects of exposure variables. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
RADR 1411 (4 Credit Hours) Reinstated course added September 1, 2017
Offered at ECC Basic Radiographic Procedures This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An introduction to radiographic positioning terminology, manipulation of equipment, positioning and alignment of the anatomic structure and equipment, and evaluation of images for demonstration of basic anatomy. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
RADR 2205 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at ECC Principles of Radiographic Imaging II This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: RADR 1213. Course Description: A continuation of the study of radiographic imaging technique formulation, image quality assurance, and the synthesis of all variables in image production. (1 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
RADR 2209 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, ECC Radiographic Imaging Equipment This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Equipment and physics of x-ray production. Includes basic x-ray circuits. Also examines the relationship of conventional and digital equipment components to the imaging process. (2 Lec.) |
RADR 2213 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, ECC Radiation Biology and Protection This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: SCIT 1407 or BIOL 2401 and admission to the program. Course Description: A study of the effects of radiation exposure on biological systems, typical medical exposure levels, methods for measuring and monitoring radiation and methods for protecting personnel and patients from excessive exposure. (2 Lec.) |
RADR 2217 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, ECC Radiographic Pathology This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: HPRS 2201, SCIT 1408 or BIOL 2402, RADR 1411, RADR 2301, RADR 2331 or instructor permission. Course Description: A presentation of the disease process and common diseases and their appearance on medical images. (2 Lec.) |
RADR 2233 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at ECC Advanced Medical Imaging This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An exploration of specialized imaging modalities with an emphasis on the concepts and theories of equipment operation and their integration for medical diagnosis. (2 Lec., 1 Lab.) |
RADR 2235 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, ECC Radiologic Technology Seminar This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: All previously required RADR courses in sequence, concurrent enrollment or permission of the instructor. Course Description: A capstone course focusing on the synthesis of professional knowledge, skills, and attitudes in preparation for professional employment and lifelong learning. (2 Lec.) |
RADR 2266 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, ECC Practicum (or Field Experience) - Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: RADR 1267. Course Description: Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student. (20 Ext.) |
RADR 2267 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at ECC Practicum (or Field Experience) - Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: RADR 2266. Course Description: Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student. (15 Ext.) |
RADR 2301 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at ECC Intermediate Radiographic Procedures This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: RADR 1411, HPRS 1204, or instructor permission. Course Description: A continuation of the study of the proper manipulation of radiographic equipment, positioning and alignment of the anatomical structure and equipment, and evaluation of images for proper demonstration of anatomy. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
RADR 2305 (3 Credit Hours) Reinstated course added September 1, 2017
Offered at ECC Principles of Radiographic Imaging II This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Radiographic image quality and the effects of exposure variables, and the synthesis of all variables in image production. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
RADR 2313 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at ECC Radiation Biology and Protection This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: SCIT 1407 or BIOL 2401 and MATH 1314. Course Description: Effects of radiation exposure on biological systems. Includes typical medical exposure levels, methods for measuring and monitoring radiation, and methods for protecting personnel and patients from excessive exposure. (3 Lec.) |
RADR 2331 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at ECC Advanced Radiographic Procedures This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: RADR 1411 and RADR 2301. Course Description: Continuation of positioning; alignment of the anatomical structure and equipment, evaluation of images for proper demonstration of anatomy and related pathology. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
RADR 2335 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at ECC Radiologic Technology Seminar This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A capstone course focusing on the synthesis of professional knowledge, skills, and attitudes in preparation for professional employment and lifelong learning. (3 Lec.) |
Academic Courses
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for transfer among community colleges and state public four year colleges and universities as freshman and sophomore general education courses.
WECM Courses
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board as workforce education (technical) courses offered for credit and CEUs (Continuing Education Units). While these courses are designed to transfer among state community colleges, they are not designed to automatically transfer to public four-year colleges and universities.
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for transfer among community colleges and state public four year colleges and universities as freshman and sophomore general education courses.
WECM Courses
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board as workforce education (technical) courses offered for credit and CEUs (Continuing Education Units). While these courses are designed to transfer among state community colleges, they are not designed to automatically transfer to public four-year colleges and universities.