DIPLOMA IN RADIOLOGY & IMAGING TECHNOLOGY

UNIT 1: Fundamentals of Radiology, Anatomy & Physiology

Theory

• Introduction to Radiology & Imaging Technology
• Role and responsibilities of a Radiology & Imaging Technologist
• Basic human anatomy and physiology
• Anatomical planes and positions
• Skeletal, respiratory, cardiovascular and abdominal systems
• Basic radiological terminology
• Patient identification and professional ethics

Practical

• Identification of anatomical structures
• Use of anatomical models and charts
• Patient identification and communication
• Basic patient history documentation
• Positioning terminology
• Introduction to radiology-department workflow

UNIT 2: X-Ray Physics & Radiographic Equipment

Theory

• Fundamentals of radiation and electromagnetic waves
• Production of X-rays
• X-ray tube and components
• X-ray generator
• Exposure factors: kVp, mA and exposure time
• Image formation
• Radiographic equipment and accessories
• Introduction to digital radiography

Practical

• Identification of X-ray equipment components
• X-ray room setup
• Equipment safety checks
• Exposure-factor demonstration
• Selection of appropriate accessories
• Basic equipment handling under supervision

UNIT 3: Radiographic Positioning & Procedures

Theory

• Principles of radiographic positioning
• Patient preparation
• Routine radiographic examinations
• Chest and thoracic imaging
• Upper and lower extremity radiography
• Spine and pelvis radiography
• Skull and facial-bone imaging
• Abdominal radiography

Practical

• Patient positioning demonstrations
• Chest radiographic positioning
• Upper and lower limb positioning
• Spine and pelvis positioning
• Skull positioning
• Abdominal positioning
• Preparation and documentation of radiographic procedures

UNIT 4: Radiation Protection & Safety

Theory

• Principles of radiation protection
• ALARA concept
• Radiation hazards
• Occupational exposure
• Patient radiation safety
• Personal protective equipment
• Radiation monitoring
• Controlled-area procedures
• Regulatory and safety awareness

Practical

• Use of protective devices
• Radiation-safety checklist
• Patient shielding procedures according to protocol
• Safe positioning and distance practices
• Radiation-monitoring awareness
• Emergency and incident-reporting procedures

UNIT 5: Digital Radiography & Image Processing

Theory

• Conventional vs digital radiography
• CR and DR systems
• Digital image formation
• Image quality factors
• Resolution, contrast and noise
• Common radiographic artefacts
• Image processing
• PACS and DICOM fundamentals

Practical

• CR/DR workflow demonstration
• Digital image acquisition under supervision
• Image-quality assessment
• Identification of common artefacts
• Basic image-processing workflow
• PACS/DICOM awareness
• Image documentation and storage procedures

UNIT 6: Contrast Imaging & Special Radiographic Procedures

Theory

• Introduction to contrast media
• Contrast-enhanced imaging principles
• Patient preparation and screening
• Contrast-related safety awareness
• Special radiographic procedures
• Fluoroscopy fundamentals
• Basic interventional radiology awareness
• Emergency preparedness

Practical

• Patient preparation checklist
• Contrast-procedure documentation
• Equipment and tray preparation
• Fluoroscopy-room workflow observation
• Contrast safety checklist
• Emergency equipment awareness
• Post-procedure observation and documentation

UNIT 7: CT Imaging Technology

Theory

• Fundamentals of Computed Tomography
• CT scanner components
• CT image formation
• Helical/spiral CT
• Multidetector CT fundamentals
• CT protocols and positioning
• CT image quality
• CT radiation-dose awareness
• Contrast-enhanced CT principles

Practical

• CT equipment identification
• Patient preparation
• CT positioning
• Scan-protocol observation
• Basic image-quality assessment
• CT contrast-safety checklist
• Image reconstruction and post-processing awareness

UNIT 8: MRI & Advanced Imaging Fundamentals

Theory

• Fundamentals of Magnetic Resonance Imaging
• MRI equipment and components
• Magnetic fields and radiofrequency principles
• MRI safety and screening
• MRI contraindications and precautions
• Basic MRI sequences
• Ultrasound fundamentals
• Introduction to nuclear medicine and other imaging modalities

Practical

• MRI equipment identification
• MRI safety-zone awareness
• Patient screening questionnaire
• Positioning demonstration
• Basic MRI workflow observation
• Ultrasound equipment awareness
• Imaging-department safety procedures

UNIT 9: Patient Care, Quality Assurance & Professional Practice

Theory

• Patient care in radiology
• Communication and informed cooperation
• Infection prevention and control
• Patient transfer and positioning safety
• Quality assurance in imaging
• Equipment maintenance
• Image-quality evaluation
• Clinical documentation
• Professional ethics and teamwork

Practical

• Patient transfer techniques
• Infection-control procedures
• Patient communication
• Imaging checklists
• Equipment maintenance logs
• Quality-control documentation
• Image-quality review
• Clinical record maintenance

UNIT 10: Integrated Radiology & Imaging Clinical Practicum

Theory

• Complete radiology-department workflow
• Patient registration and preparation
• Radiographic examination workflow
• Radiation protection
• Digital image management
• CT and MRI workflow
• Quality assurance
• Professional responsibilities
• Clinical documentation and reporting workflow

Practical

• Patient preparation
• Routine radiographic positioning
• X-ray image acquisition under supervision
• Digital image processing
• Radiation-safety procedures
• CT workflow observation
• MRI safety and workflow observation
• Image-quality assessment
• PACS/DICOM workflow
• Equipment and documentation procedures
• Supervised clinical internship/practicum

FINAL PROJECT

Comprehensive Radiology & Medical Imaging Project

Students will complete a supervised case-based imaging project involving an approved radiological examination.

Project Components

1. Selection of an approved imaging case
2. Patient identification and preparation
3. Relevant anatomical study
4. Selection of appropriate imaging modality
5. Examination/procedure checklist
6. Patient positioning
7. Equipment and technical-parameter documentation
8. Radiation-safety checklist where applicable
9. Image acquisition under qualified supervision
10. Image-quality assessment
11. Identification of technical errors or artefacts
12. Digital image management/documentation
13. Quality-assurance observations
14. Final case report
15. Practical demonstration
16. Presentation and viva

Project Deliverables

• Project proposal
• Patient-preparation checklist
• Imaging protocol sheet
• Positioning record
• Radiation-safety checklist
• Approved sample images
• Image-quality assessment
• Equipment checklist
• Clinical logbook
• Final project report
• Practical demonstration
• Presentation and viva