Course Overview
Canadian Radiographic Imaging Procedures and Analysis is a robust integration of radiographic procedures, analysis and pathologies commonly identified in routine Canadian diagnostic radiography. The course will guide learners through the routine procedures, related image criteria and analysis along with relevant pathologies of each region of the body including upper extremities, lower extremities, spine, thorax, abdomen and pelvis, cranium and procedures commonly performed in fluoroscopy/OR environments. Supplemented with video lessons, virtual reality desktop software, synchronous online tutorials and a variety of learning activities, students will leverage prior learning experiences to develop structured understanding of radiography procedures in Canada, the 10-point image critique process and pathology identification and classification in relation to the Canadian Association of Medical Radiologic Technologists (CAMRT) competency profile. Emphasis is placed on applying critical thinking skills to identify positioning errors and the necessary corrections. Students will learn how to assess, verify and improve the diagnostic quality of images of routine exams as it relates to clinical practice.
Prerequisite(s)
- 65% in MRAD 5010
Credits
3.0
- Not offered this term
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, the student will be able to:
- Determine appropriate radiographic procedures and projections based on a given requisition and patient history.
- Analyze procedural requirements in consideration of diagnostic objectives and patient limitations.
- Develop patient instructions including demonstrations and verbal cues to obtain the necessary positions.
- Identify anatomic structures in relation to ideal positioning criteria.
- Describe how radiographic principles affect image quality.
- Critically assess images using the 10-point critique method for required and ideal criteria to determine diagnostic quality and repeatability.
- Apply critical thinking and problem-solving strategies to compensate for patient limitations to achieve desired/ideal positioning.
- Identify and characterize pathologies on radiographic images and respond appropriately as required .
Effective as of Spring/Summer 2026
Related Programs
Canadian Radiographic Imaging, Procedures and Analysis (MRAD 5030) is offered as a part of the following programs:
School of Health Sciences
- Bridging Medical Radiography
Advanced Certificate Part-time
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