73 Nuclear Medicine Technology Course Descriptions

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

RADI-R 410 Projects in Nuclear Medicine Technology I (1 cr.)

Basic knowledge required to become a critical consumer of medical literature, data handling and interpretation, plus application of basic medical research statistics.

RADI-R 411 Projects in Nuclear Medicine Technology II (1 cr.)

An introduction and practice of research methodology. Independent readings, research, and written assignments in preparation for an independent research project in nuclear medicine.

RADI-R 412 Nuclear Medicine Physics and Instrumentation I (4 cr.)

An introduction to the physical disciplines of nuclear medicine. Lectures and laboratory exercises on radiation physics, computer programming, and the statistics of radiation measurements. Laboratory sessions emphasizing the clinical utilization of nuclear counting and imaging systems and principles of quantitative measurements.

RADI-R 413 Projects in Nuclear Medicine Technology III (1 cr.)

Data collection, as well as statistical analysis performed for individual research project.

RADI-R 417 Nuclear Medicine Physics and Instrumentation II (4 cr.)

A continuation of RADI-R 412. Lectures and exercises on electronic principles, the operational fundamentals of radiation counting devices and imaging systems, and quality assurance programs. Laboratory sessions emphasizing the clinical utilization of nuclear counting and imaging systems and principles of quantitative measurements.

RADI-R 420 Projects in Nuclear Medicine Technology IV (1 cr.)

Technical writing of a research project, including abstract, introduction, materials and methods, results, discussion/conclusion.

RADI-R 421 Projects in Nuclear Medicine Technology V (1 cr.)

Capstone course that builds on previous professional courses. Presentation of research, as well as discussion of topics related to nuclear medicine technology. Students will serve as mentors to new students.

RADI-R 423 Nuclear Medicine In-Service I (1 cr.)

Attend and participate in presentations of selected topics in nuclear medicine and related areas.

RADI-R 424 Nuclear Medicine In-Service II (1 cr.)

Attend and participate in presentations of selected topics in nuclear medicine and related areas.

RADI-R 427 Radiopharmaceuticals (2 cr.)

Lectures and laboratories concerning properties and preparation of radiopharmaceuticals.

RADI-R 432 Nuclear Medicine Principles & Procedures I (3 cr.)

Lectures covering the clinical aspects of nuclear medicine procedures, including the physiological and technical procedures for each type of study.

RADI-R 433 Nuclear Medicine Principles & Procedures II (3 cr.)

Lectures covering the clinical aspects of nuclear medicine procedures. Includes pathology related to procedures and the role technologists play in helping physicians gather information for accurate interpretations.

RADI-R 437 Radiation Protection in Nuclear Medicine (1 cr.)

Lectures on the principles of radiation protection in nuclear medicine.

RADI-R 438 Molecular Imaging (3 cr.)

Lectures covering the clinical and technical aspects of PET/CT and other emerging technologies. Includes pathology related to procedures and the role technologists play in helping physicians gather information for accurate interpretations.

RADI-R-441 Nuclear Medicine Management (2 cr)

Topics covered to acquaint the student with a broader understanding of the responsibility of a nuclear medicine technologist in today’s healthcare environment.

RADI-R 443 Clinical Nuclear Medicine Practicum I (3 cr.)

Practical clinical application of nuclear medicine theory.

RADI-R 444 Clinical Nuclear Medicine Practicum II (4 cr.)

Practical clinical application of nuclear medicine theory.

RADI-R 445 Clinical Nuclear Medicine Practicum III (2 cr.)

Practical clinical application of nuclear medicine theory.

RADI-R 446 Clinical Nuclear Medicine Practicum IV (4 cr.)

Practical clinical application of nuclear medicine theory.

RADI-R 447 Clinical Nuclear Medicine Practicum V (4 cr.)

Practical clinical application of nuclear medicine theory.

RADI-R 466 CT Principles and Procedures I (3 cr)

An in-depth course covering physics and instrumentation, patient care, and CT procedures including radiation protection and safety.

RADI-R 467 CT Principles and Procedures II (3 cr)

The second half of an in-depth course covering the physical principles and procedures of CT focusing on contrast media, patient care, radiation safety, and imaging procedures/protocols.

RADI-R 472 Sectional Imaging Anatomy (3 cr.)

An in-depth study of sectional anatomy pertinent to US, CT and MRI. Standard traverse, parasagittal, and coronal planes are included, using images from all three imaging modalities. A discussion of technique, artifact, and pathology-related alterations of cross-sectional anatomic appearances included.

Study Abroad Opportunity

An elective course, “Global Experience in Radiologic and Imaging Sciences is offered in the spring semester. This one credit hour course will journey students to an international location to explore the ways in which nuclear medicine and molecular imaging is performed in another culture. Radiopharmaceuticals, procedures, and technology not used or performed in the United States will be the focus of this course. Students will have the opportunity to visit hospitals and clinics in other countries and experience how nuclear medicine is performed, as well as gain an understanding on how health care in the host country works compared to the United States. Guest lecturers from the visited country will present on various topics, including nuclear medicine procedures, patient care, and healthcare policies.

Students must be in good standing to participate in this course and have successfully completed the first year of the NMT program.

RADI-R 277 Global Experience in Radiologic and Imaging Sciences (1 cr) (Elective)

This course provides an in depth introduction to a global model for imaging sciences by providing students an opportunity to compare healthcare systems in both England and the United States. Participants will spend time in the field visiting London’s health facilities, historical sites, and local attractions. This course includes multiple collaboration and professional development opportunities with other international counterparts.