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Course Information
| Clock / Credit Hours | 30 Clock Hours (30 Lecture / 0 Lab) – 2.0 Semester Credits; 60 Out-of-Class Hours over 5 weeks |
|---|---|
| Course Length | 5 Weeks |
| Mode of Delivery | Online |
| Unit of Academic Measurement | Semester Credit |
| Prerequisites | RT1250, RT1410, RT1800 |
| Co-Requisites | None |
Course Description
This course provides an in-depth exploration of digital imaging technologies and informatics systems used in modern radiographic practice. Students will compare and contrast the latent image formation processes across various digital systems. The course also introduces the fundamentals of Picture Archiving and Communication Systems (PACS), emphasizing their role in image storage, retrieval, and workflow efficiency.
Learners will examine key digital imaging characteristics, image processing techniques, and manipulation tools that enhance diagnostic quality. Additional topics include networking and communication basics, medical image storage and communication devices, and the fundamentals of Medical Imaging and Management Processing Systems (MIMPS). The course concludes with an overview of downtime procedures to ensure continuity of care during system outages.
Textbooks
Carter, C., & Vealé, B. (2022). Digital Radiography and PACS (4th ed.). Elsevier.
Resources and Supplies
- UMA Virtual Library and other online resources
- Handouts/PowerPoints
Course Educational Objectives
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Compare and contrast the latent image formation process for storage phosphor, flat panel with thin-film transistor (TFT), and charge-coupled device (CCD) digital imaging systems.
- Summarize digital imaging characteristics.
- Summarize digital image processing and manipulation.
- Summarize networking and communication basics.
- Summarize the fundamentals of MIMPS, medical image storage devices, and medical image communication devices.
- Summarize downtime procedures.
Instructional Methods
This online learning course is delivered through a combination of asynchronous interactions. Students will learn through lectures, case studies, relevant class discussions, simulation, collaborative learning groups, inquiry, group chats with their peers and instructor, and assignments.
Grading
Student performance will be evaluated based upon the following criteria:
| Criteria | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Assignments | 25% |
| Assessments | 45% |
| Discussions | 30% |
| Total Percentage | 100% |
Grading Scale
| Grade | All Other Courses Range | Definitions | Quality Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | 89.5 – 100.0 | Outstanding | 4 |
| B | 79.5 – 89.49 | Above Average | 3 |
| C | 69.5 – 79.49 | Average | 2 |
| F | < 69.5 | Failure | 0 |
| EE | N/A | Externship Extension | N/A |
| I | N/A | Incomplete | N/A |
| TC | N/A | Transfer Credit | N/A |
| W | N/A | Withdraw | N/A |
| WD | N/A | Withdrawn from Course | N/A |
| WW | N/A | Withdrawn from Course Without Penalty | N/A |
Instruction: Select the panel below to review the alternative text for the grading scale table
The letter grade “A” corresponds to a range of 89.5 to 100 and signifies outstanding performance, earning the student 4 quality points.
The letter grade “B” corresponds to a range of 79.5 to 89.49 and signifies above-average performance, earning the student 3 quality points.
The letter grade “C” corresponds to a range of 69.5 to 79.49 and signifies average performance, earning the student 2 quality points.
The letter grade “F” corresponds to a range of 69.49 and below and signifies the student has failed the course, earning the student 0 quality points.
Definition of Credit Hour
Semester Credit Hour: Academic credit is calculated on a semester credit hour basis. A semester credit is an amount of work represented in intended learning outcomes and verified by evidence of student achievement that is an institutionally established equivalency that reasonably approximates not less than (1) one hour of classroom or direct faculty instruction and a minimum of two hours out-of-class student work each week for approximately fifteen weeks for one semester hour of credit, or the equivalent amount of work over a different amount of time; or (2) at least an equivalent amount of work as required outlined in item 1 above for other academic activities as established by the institution including laboratory work, externships, practicum, and other academic work leading to the award of credit hours.
Credit Hour Conversion: Minimum in-class equivalent work is calculated under the following formula for each semester credit:
Lecture
15 classroom lecture hours = 1 semester credit hour
Laboratory
30 laboratory hours = 1 semester credit hour
Externship / Clinical / Practicum
45 externship/clinical/practicum hours = 1 semester credit hour
Fractions of credits (other than one-half) are rounded down to the next lowest half- or whole number.
UMA also expects each student to do outside work each week to support his/her classroom time. This work includes but is not limited to assigned reading, research, homework, test preparation, projects, group assignments, practicing learned skills, writing papers, and other activities as assigned and documented on the course syllabus. The combination of in-class and out-of-class work for each UMA semester credit represents a minimum of 45 total hours or its recognized equivalent.
Academic Policies
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It is assumed that all students are enrolled at UMA to learn. Scholastic honesty is expected, and dishonesty is not acceptable. Scholastic dishonesty includes, but is not limited to, plagiarism, collusion, duplication, and cheating.
UMA faculty regularly monitor and evaluate students’ work to ensure scholastic honesty. UMA faculty also share the responsibility of reinforcing best practices and teaching proper research and citation skills.
UMA details its Scholastic Honesty Policy, including the steps of progressive discipline for violating the policy, in the UMA Catalog.
Regular attendance is expected to allow students to develop the skills and attitudes required in the workplace.
Attendance in the online classroom is based on a student’s completion of academically related activities such as discussion boards, submission of assignments, and taking tests. Attendance in on-site classes is based on physical presence in the classroom as assigned.
Students who are absent for 14 consecutive calendar days (excluding scheduled breaks) are withdrawn. Students withdrawn from school because of non-attendance may be readmitted through the established reentry process but no sooner than the next scheduled course start date.
Assignments typically must be completed according to provided due dates during a regularly scheduled blended course. If a student fails to complete an assignment by its due date, the student may submit the assignment late, with the instructor’s permission, if it is before the last day of the course.
For blended courses, the instructor will deduct one letter grade from late assignments each scheduled class meeting an assignment is late. If coursework is submitted after the last day of the course, the Final Grades policy applies.
Any exceptions to the late assignment policy for blended courses must be authorized in writing by the Program Director or the Director of Education.
The instructor will respond to student inquiries within 24 hours during the week, and 48 hours over the weekend.
Final Grades and Grade Policies
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All coursework should be submitted for grading by the last scheduled day of a course. UMA instructors grade submitted coursework and apply the points earned from the graded coursework to calculate the final course grade for each student.
Instructors post final grades within the UMA Learning Management System on the third calendar day after the last scheduled day of a course. UMA’s Student Information System consumes UMA online final grades within 24 hours of final grades being posted in UMA’s Learning Management System.
Access the final grades policy in the UMA Catalog.
A two-day final grading period occurs immediately following the last scheduled day of a course. During the two-day final grading period, online students may submit outstanding assignments. Assignments submitted during the two-day final grading period may be graded at the instructor’s discretion. Online instructors are required to submit all final grades on the third calendar day after the last scheduled day of a course.
Students who do not successfully complete all work in the established time period earn zero (“0”) points for each missing Assignment not completed and a calculated final grade that incorporates zero (“0”) points for each missing Assignment. Failure to submit missing or incomplete assignments during the final grading period does not constitute a reason to dispute a final grade.
UMA generates report cards with final grade(s) for all active students within seven (7) calendar days of the regular course end date. For externship students, report cards are generated within seven (7) calendar days of the posting of final externship grades. In the event that a final grade is changed, UMA generates an updated report card within seven (7) calendar days of the final grade(s) being updated.
In compliance with FERPA regulations, UMA (ground and online) refrains from the public posting or distribution of grades either by the student name or student number.
Any student who wishes to request an incomplete grade in a blended course is responsible for informing his or her instructor of the reason(s) for failing to complete all assignments by the last date of the course. If the instructor deems such reason(s) justifiable, the instructor may issue an Incomplete (“I”) grade which is converted to a final grade at the end of the approved extension.
An extension for incomplete work will not exceed seven (7) calendar days from the last scheduled day of the course, excluding any scheduled breaks. Students with missing work at the end of the approved extension time period earn zero (“0”) points for each missing Assignment and a calculated final grade which incorporates zero (“0”) points for each missing Assignment. Students with an incomplete grade in a course are permitted to attend regularly scheduled classes.
Students who wish to dispute a final grade must follow the procedure for final grade concerns located in the UMA Catalog.
Library & Research Assignments
Research assignments vary by course. Research papers and projects may involve both library research and the use of reference material that is properly documented. Students requiring assistance should be encouraged to speak with the instructor at their earliest convenience. The UMA Virtual Library is suggested as a reference for all class papers and projects and gives students 24/7 internet access to hundreds of full text resources.
Copyright NoticeCourse Materials
Some or all of the materials in this course may be protected by copyright. Federal copyright law prohibits the reproduction, distribution, public performance, or public display of copyrighted materials without the express and written permission of the copyright owner, unless fair use or another exemption under copyright law applies.