BIOL 433 - Clinical Medical Imaging III

(7-13 credits)

This course integrates clinical education, laboratory practicum, and professional development to advance competency in medical imaging practice. Students participate in supervised clinical rotations, performing modality-appropriate examinations and gaining experience in departmental workflow. Laboratory activities emphasize imaging techniques, patient positioning, protocol selection, and image quality evaluation. The course examines anatomical structures, common pathologic conditions, and the technical principles that influence image acquisition and optimization. Students apply critical thinking to analyze and adjust factors affecting image quality while maintaining patient safety. Professional development topics include communication, ethics, teamwork, and digital imaging principles such as image management, archiving, and quality assurance. Prerequisite: BIOL 432 - Clinical Medical Imaging II. Grade only. Offered each semester.

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