• PTA 2805: Clinical Affiliation II (ALPP)

  6.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University

  
  A six-week, full- time clinical experience in a physical therapy workplace setting. Students will have opportunities to apply the thinking processes and skills learned from previous courses. Supervision is provided by physical therapists and physical therapist assistants employed by the host facility. This course is designated as an Active Learning Professional Practice (ALPP) course. This course allows students to explore and apply content learned in the course in a professional experience away from the classroom. This course requires a Differential Tuition Rate which is an additional fee of $93 charged per credit hour. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1: Demonstrate the ability to self-assess and report progress in clinical education by reflecting through self-evaluation at entry level. 2: Use current research to develop and lead professional education training to co-workers. 3: Demonstrate satisfactory patient care/safety performance by earning an entry level rating (by self and CI) on each of the patient-care/safety related CPI criteria. 4: Demonstrate satisfactory communication with support staff, CI, patients and other healthcare professions by earning at least entry level rating (by self and CI) on each of the communication related CPI criteria. 5: Develop advanced collaborative goals with CI to promote professional progression in the clinical environment. Course fee required. Prerequisite: Admission to the Utah Tech University Physical Therapist Assistant program. SP
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• PTA 3000: Clinical Skills

  2.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University

  
  This course enables the application of practical skills learned throughout the curriculum. Critical thinking will be emphasized as the students implement their knowledge into practical skills. Students will be evaluated on the ability to review evaluations, progress summaries, and plans of care written by the physical therapist. The students will gain proficiency implementing the POC and suggesting modifications as needed. Students will also be evaluated regarding timeliness, efficiency and productivity. This course requires a Differential Tuition Rate which is an additional fee of $93 charged per credit hour. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Interpret, review and demonstrate understanding of the PT Plan of care to achieve short and long- term goals and the knowledge of when to suggest changes to improve patient outcomes. 2. Formulate and execute appropriate home exercise programs to simulated patient as well as effectively collaborating with caregivers and family. 3. Demonstrate an understanding of ethical billing and coding and descriptive SOAP note writing within an EMR system. 4. Decipher information in patient charts to provide safe and effective treatment. 5. Achieve proficiency on board exam review. Prerequisite: Admission to the Physical Therapist Assistant Program. FA
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• RADT 1010: Intro to Radiography

  2.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University

  
  Open to all students interested in medical radiography. Explores the field of radiography and its role in health care delivery. Covers fundamental concepts including medical terminology, radiation protection, ethics, career opportunities, professional development, and hospital operations. This course requires a Differential Tuition Rate which is an additional fee of $60 charged per credit hour. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Implement the strategies used to become a successful student radiographer. 2. Describe the roles, responsibilities, and professional ethics of a radiographer. 3. Explain the function of imaging equipment and the fundamental process of x-ray production. 4. Identify basic radiation protection techniques used by radiographers. 5. Recognize medical procedures and terminology often used in medical imaging. FA, SP
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• RADT 1020: Radiographic Procedures I

  5.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University

  
  First semester course. Instruction in how to perform radiographic procedures and identifying anatomy of the upper/lower extremities, chest, abdomen, bony thorax and pelvis with emphasis on radiation protection, surface landmarks and pathology. Image analysis is introduced. Taught in cohort rotation. This course requires a Differential Tuition Rate which is an additional fee of $60 charged per credit hour. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Operate the x-ray tube, table, and console safely. 2. Identify anatomy on a diagram or radiograph. 3. Simulate correct positioning and give appropriate patient directions for radiographic procedures. 4. Apply techniques to minimize radiation exposure to patients. 5. Explain evaluation criteria for radiographic procedures. Course fee required. Prerequisites: Admission to the Utah Tech University Medical Radiography program.
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• RADT 1030: Radiographic Imaging I

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University

  
  First semester course. Analysis of factors affecting image quality and application of radiographic principles using imaging devices such as image receptors, grids and beam limiting devices, processing procedures, as well as introduction of basic digital imaging concepts. Taught in cohort rotation. This course requires a Differential Tuition Rate which is an additional fee of $60 charged per credit hour. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Describe the function of the major components of the x-ray tube. 2. Analyze the various components of radiographic quality. 3. Manipulate exposure factors and explain their effect on image quality and radiation dose. 4. Calculate conversion formulas to compensate for changes in technical and patient factors. 5. Explain the image acquisition process and determine causes of errors and artifacts. Prerequisite: Admission to the Utah Tech University Medical Radiography program.
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• RADT 1040: Clinical Education I (ALPP)

  4.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University

  
  First Semester Course. Students will apply theories and develop skills in a supervised setting through observation, assisting, and performing basic radiographic procedures on upper/lower extremities, chest, abdomen, pelvis and bony thorax. 180 clinical hours. Taught in cohort rotation. This course is designated as an Active Learning Professional Practice (ALPP) course. This course allows students to explore and apply content learned in the course in a professional experience away from the classroom. This course requires a Differential Tuition Rate which is an additional fee of $60 charged per credit hour. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Perform radiographic procedures appropriate to student's level of skill and knowledge. 2. Evaluate patient's status and condition before, during and following the radiologic procedure. 3. Apply professional communication techniques with patients, support staff, and technologists. 4. Distinguish between acceptable and unacceptable radiographic images. 5. Practice occupational and patient radiation protection techniques. Prerequisite: Admission to the Utah Tech University Medical Radiography program.
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• RADT 1050: Patient Care

  2.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University

  
  First semester course. Introduces the role of the radiographer as a health care provider. Topics include patient communication and education, patient transfer, vital signs, infection control, oxygen, suction, age-specific needs and cultural diversity. Taught in cohort rotation. This course requires a Differential Tuition Rate which is an additional fee of $60 charged per credit hour. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Describe how professional values and ethics influence patient care. 2. Discuss professional communication and compassionate care in a healthcare setting. 3. Demonstrate taking vital signs required to evaluate patient health. 4. Evaluate the importance of standard precautions and isolation procedures to include infectious processes. 5. Explain special considerations necessary when performing radiographic procedures on a diverse patient population. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Medical Radiography Program.
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• RADT 1120: Radiographic Procedures II

  4.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University

  
  Second Semester Course. Instruction in performing radiographic procedures and identifying anatomy of the vertebral column, genitourinary, gastrointestinal and biliary systems, skull and facial bones, as well as advanced mobile and surgical procedures, composition and the use and effects of contrast media. Taught in cohort rotation. This course requires a Differential Tuition Rate which is an additional fee of $60 charged per credit hour. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Simulate correct positioning for radiographic procedures. 2. Identify patient positions and anatomical structures on a radiographic image. 3. Modify procedures and positioning due to patient conditions that limit mobility. 4. Recognize special concerns and techniques for fluoroscopy, mobile, and surgical radiography. 5. Describe contrast studies, including patient preparation and positioning. Course fee required. Prerequisites: Admission to the Utah Tech University Medical Radiography program. SP
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• RADT 1140: Clinical Education II (ALPP)

  5.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University

  
  Second Semester Course. Continuation of RADT 1040, providing students with the opportunity to apply theories and further develop technical skills with emphasis placed on vertebral column, biliary system, gastrointestinal and genitourinary procedures, skull and facial bones. Patient management specific to fluoroscopic and advanced radiographic procedures. 225 clinical hours. Taught in cohort rotation. This course is designated as an Active Learning Professional Practice (ALPP) course. This course allows students to explore and apply content learned in the course in a professional experience away from the classroom. This course requires a Differential Tuition Rate which is an additional fee of $60 charged per credit hour. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Demonstrate competency in routine radiographic procedures. 2. Manipulate technical exposure factors to produce quality images while minimizing patient dose. 3. Apply professional communication techniques with patients, support staff, and technologists. 4. Conduct mobile, fluoroscopic, and surgical radiography procedures including patient preparation and positioning. 5. Evaluate radiographic orders for accuracy and rectify when needed. Course fee required. Prerequisites: Admission to the Utah Tech University Medical Radiography program. SP
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• RADT 1230: Radiographic Imaging II

  2.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University

  
  Second Semester Course. Builds on theories and concepts introduced in RADT 1030, emphasizing quality assurance and quality control, digital and computed imaging components and processes and data and information management with PACS. Taught in cohort rotation. This course requires a Differential Tuition Rate which is an additional fee of $60 charged per credit hour. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Determine the benefits of quality management programs for the patient and imaging department. 2. Apply quality management techniques for process improvements. 3. Compare the different types of image acquisition in digital radiography, and their effect on patient dose and image quality. 4. Describe various image post-processing techniques employed for digital radiography. 5. Critique digital radiographic images to determine corrective actions for improved image quality. Prerequisite: Admission to the Utah Tech University Medical Radiography program.
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