Getting Started in CT

Getting Started in CT
Friday, June 26, 2009 - Sunday, June 28, 2009
St. Louis, MO

MEETING SPONSOR:
Advanced Health Education Center

8502 Tybor Drive
Houston, TX 77074
Toll-Free 800-239-1361
713-772-0157
FAX 713-772-0155
Website: http://aheconline.com

CONFERENCE CENTER:
Courtyard St. Louis/Westport Plaza
11888 Westline Industrial Drive
St. Louis, MO 63146
Toll-Free 866-661-8955
314-997-1200

MEETING DESCRIPTION:
Getting Started in CT
Do you want to get expand your career opportunities? If Computed Tomography (CT) is your area of interest this course will assist you in taking that first step. Building upon your fundamental knowledge of x-ray principles, anatomy, and physiology this course provides a gateway to the principles and practices of CT. You will have the opportunity in the three-day class to get an in-depth study of CT principles. In addition to the basic tools, you will investigate the latest in CT imaging technologies. This educational activity is a stepping stone to an advanced level career.
Course Topics
• History & Development of Computed Tomography
• CT Terminology
• Fundamental physics and principles of CT
• CT components and Instrumentation
• Image formation and Quality
• CT Artifacts
• Scanning Protocols
• Contrast Media
• Radiation Safety
• Introduction to Sectional Anatomy



INSTRUCTORS:
Wilson

CME HOURS: 24

LECTURE TOPICS:
CT

ACTIVITIES: not listed