Student Catalog and Handbook 2023-2024

RADT 2520 Mammographic Anatomy, Physics, and Positioning

The student should have a pre-existing knowledge and skills gained during an entry-level radiography educational experience and reinforced through professional practice. The content in this course is intended to aid technologists in preparing for post primary practice of mammography. The course provides the student with an overview of the following topics: Breast anatomy and mammographic correlation, breast viability and pathology, correlative physical breast assessment, department organization and regulation, equipment, interventional procedures mammography quality management, positioning, sonomammography, and technical applications.

Credits

6

Contact Hours

6

Prerequisite

Program Admission

Corequisite

RADT 2530