RTEC 111 - Fundamentals of Radiologic Technology

4 units
3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab
Prerequisite: RTEC A with a minimum grade of C
Corequisite: RTEC 106 and RTEC 123
Enrollment Limitation: admission to the Radiologic Technology Program
Credit, degree applicable
Transfer CSU

This course is a combination of lab and lecture that explores the basic concepts and theories of radiologic science, technology, equipment, and physics in the field of radiology. The course content includes the study of matter, varying forms of energy, and different forms of radiation in radiology. Students will learn all of the essential equipment, how it functions, and proper-safe use in radiologic technology. The lab component of the course further reinforces the concepts taught in the didactic course.