RAD 105 : Radiographic Physics for Sonography Students

This course provides sonography students with knowledge of basic radiographic physics. Topics include information on the discovery and evolution of x-rays, units of measure, basic radiation safety, basic atomic structure, electromagnetic, and particulate radiation characteristics, basic principles of electricity and electromagnetism, components of the x-ray tube and circuit, principles of x-ray production, and properties of the x-ray beam. Upon completion, students will have basic knowledge of radiographic physics, x-ray production, and radiation safety.