Course Description: The use of computers in Radiologic Technology has increased exponentially throughout the years.  Students will A basic understanding of the components of a computer and their function are included in this course. The course defines and explains the concept of digital radiography. The course describes differences between analog and digital imaging with emphasis on technique considerations regarding patient dose reduction. The course emphasizes the performance of radiologic exams that reflect those in imaging departments. The course also describes specialized imaging modalities and includes concepts and theories of equipment operations, positioning and examination considerations, and their integration for medical diagnosis. The course also describes the various specialized imaging modalities and differentiates between images produced by different modalities and identifies the anatomy demonstrated. The student will be expected to apply the knowledge from Radiographic Physics and Image Production and Radiographic Technique to this course.