Khalifa Isyaku Rabiu University

Department of Radiography

BSc. Radiography

INTRODUCTION

Diagnostic Radiography (or Medical Imaging) is the practice of using various forms of radiation to produce high-quality images which aid in the diagnosis and subsequent treatment of injury or disease.

It is a technology-dependent discipline, which has patient care as its main concern.

Historically, radiographers primarily used X-rays. With advances in technology, radiography also embraces techniques such as computed tomography (CT scanning), ultrasonography, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and nuclear medicine.

During your course you will have the opportunity to participate in all of these techniques, and you may then decide to specialise in one or more of them when you are qualified.

Radiography has experienced rapid and tremendous changes in the recent past due to scientific/ technological advances in medical imaging/therapy and associated role development. Consequently, the body of knowledge necessary to cope with these advances and the abilities, expertise, skills and responsibilities has similarly expanded.

From the initial analogue/ photographic approach to radiography practice to the present electronic signal transfer and wholly digital process embracing automation with artificial intelligence in its operations, there is need for a paradigm shift in training. Radiography education must thus address these issues in framework and be poised for a continuous review as the need arises.

The programme is designed to fulfil the following objectives:

  • To prepare students with sufficient theoretical scientific knowledge base and practical skills that enable them assume professional positions as radiographers who can use the most complex medical imaging equipment and procedures.
  • To develop in students the relevant practical and technological competence in radiography practice at primary, secondary and tertiary levels of healthcare.
  • To assist students in the development of interpersonal skills necessary to function as members of the health team

Global Course Structure

100 Level B.Sc. Radiography

Course Code

Course Title

Unit(s)

Status

LH

PH

GST 111

Communication in English

2

C

15

45

 

 

 

 

 

 

GST 112

Nigerian Peoples and Culture

2

C

30

-

BIO 101

General Biology I

2

C

30

-

BIO 102

General Biology II

2

C

30

-

BIO 107

General Biology Practical I

1

C

-

45

BIO 108

General Biology Practical II

1

C

-

45

CHM 101

General Chemistry I

2

C

30

-

CHM 102

General Chemistry II

2

C

30

-

CHM 107

General Chemistry Practical I

1

C

-

45

CHM 108

General Chemistry Practical II

1

C

-

45

COS 101

Introduction to Computer Science

3

C

30

45

MTH 101

Elementary Mathematics I

2

C

30

-

PHY 101

General Physics I

2

C

30

-

PHY 107

General Physics Practical I

1

C

-

45

PHY 102

General Physics II

2

C

30

-

PHY 108

General Physics Practical II

1

C

-

45

KHAIRUN-MTH 101

Mathematics for Health Sciences

3

C

45

-

Total                                                                                   30

 

200 Level B.Sc. Radiography

Course Code

Course Title

Unit(s)

Status

LH

PH

GST 212

Philosophy, Logic and Human Existence

2

C

30

-

ENT 211

Entrepreneurship and Innovation

2

C

30

-

ANA 201

Anatomy of Upper and Lower limbs

2

C

15

45

ANA 204

Anatomy of Thorax, Abdomen and Perineum

2

C

15

45

ANA 302

Neuroanatomy

2

C

30

-

ANA 203

General and Systemic Embryology

2

C

30

-

BCH 201

General Biochemistry I (Chemistry of Biomolecules)

2

C

30

-

BCH 202

Bioenergetics, Metabolism and Inborn Errors of Metabolism

2

C

30

-

PIO 201

Introductory Physiology and Blood

2

C

30

-

PIO 214

Introduction to Cardiovascular and Respiratory Physiology

2

C

30

-

PIO 204

Introduction to Laboratory Physiology

1

C

-

45

RAD 201

Basic/ Radiation Physics in Radiology

2

C

30

-

RAD 210

Basic Patient Care, Hospital Practice and Professional Ethics

2

C

30

-

MCB 201

Introduction to General Microbiology

2

C

30

-

KHAIRUN-ANA 201

General Histology

2

C

15

45  

KHAIRUN-PIO  201

Gastrointestinal tract and Renal Physiology

2

C

30

  -

KHAIRUN-PIO  202

Endocrinology & Reproductive Physiology

2

C

30

  -

KHAIRUN-PIO  203

Excitable Tissues, CNS, Special Senses Physiology

2

C

30

  -

KHAIRUN-RAD 203

Introduction to Radiography

2

C

30

  -

Total                                                                                       37

 

 

300 Level B.Sc. Radiography

Course Code

Course Title

Unit(s)

Status

LH

PH

GST 312

Peace and Conflict Resolution

2

C

30

-

ENT 312

Venture Creation

2

C

15

45

RAD 301

Radiobiology, Radiation Dosimetry and Protection

2

C

15

45

RAD 302

Physics of Cross-sectional Imaging

2

C

30

-

RAD 341

Radiographic Technique I

2

C

15

45

RAD 331

Radiographic Imaging Process I

2

C

15

45

RAD 332

Artificial Intelligence in Radiography

1

C

15

45

RAD 381

Radiographic Anatomy and Physiology

2

C

30

45

RAD 311

Psychology and Medical Sociology for Radiographers

2

C

30

-

RAD 321

Radiographic Equipment I

2

C

15

45

RAD 384

Pharmacology for Medical Imaging

2

C

30

-

RAD 351

Radiology Administration and Management

1

C

15

-

RAD 352

Entrepreneurship/Education in Radiography

2

C

30

-

RAD 372

Clinical Posting I

3

C

-

135

KHAIRUN-ANA 301

Gross Anatomy of Head and Neck

3

C

30

45  

KHAIRUN-RAD 302

Radiographic Technique (Lower Limb, Pelvis/Hip and vertebral Spine).

2

C

15

45  

KHAIRUN-RAD 303 

Surface Anatomy for Radiographers

 2

C

15

45

KHAIRUN-ANA 304

Radiobiology, Dosimetry and Protection II

 2

C

30

  -

KHAIRUN-PTH  301

General Pathology

 2

C

30

  -

KHAIRUN-PTH  302

Systemic Pathology

 2

C

30

  -

KHAIRUN-RAD 306

Radiographic Anatomy and Physiology II

 2

C

30

  -

KHAIRUN-RAD 305

Medical Jurisprudence for Radiographers

 2

C

30

  -

Total                                                44

 

 

400 Level B.Sc. Radiography

Course Code

Course Title

Unit(s)

Status

LH

PH

COMED 491

Biostatistics for Health Sciences

2

C

30

-

RAD 492

Research Methodology

2

C

30

-

RAD 441

Radiographic Technique II

2

C

15

45

RAD 442

Ultrasound Imaging /Computerised Tomography

2

C

15

45

RAD 447

Radio-Nuclide Imaging/Thermography/MRI

2

C

30

-

RAD 421

Radiographic Equipment II

2

C

30

-

RAD 431

Radiographic Imaging Process II

2

C

15

45

RAD 471

Clinical Posting II

3

C

-

135

RAD 474

Students Industrial Work Experience (SIWES)

3

C

-

135

RAD 482

Radiographic Pathology

2

C

30

-

KHAIRUN-RAD 402

 Interventional Radiography

2

C

30

  -

KHAIRUN-RAD 403

Echocardiography and ECG

2

C

30

  -

KHAIRUN-RAD 404

MRI, Nuclear Med., and Thermography

2

C

30

 -

KHAIRUN-RAD 405

Mammography (clinical applications and Complex techniques)

2

C

30

-

KHAIRUN-RAD 407

Veterinary Radiography

2

C

30

 -

KHAIRUN-GST 401

Character Building, Professionalism and Team Work in Healthcare

2

C

30

-

Total                                    34

 

 

500 Level B.Sc. Radiography

Course Code

Course Title

Unit(s)

Status

LH

PH

RAD 531

Radiographic Imaging Process III (Special Topics)

2

C

15

45

RAD 521

Radiographic Equipment III

2

C

15

45

RAD 581

Imaging Critique/Pattern Recognition

2

C

30

-

RAD 591

Research Seminar

2

C

15

45

RAD 592

Project

4

C

30

90

RAD 544

Radiographic Technique III

2

C

15

45

RAD 561

Radiotherapy/Oncology I

2

C

15

45

RAD 551

Rural Radiography

1

C

15

-

RAD 572

Clinical Posting III

4

C

-

135

KHAIRUN-RAD 501

 Ultrasound–II (Protocols and Clinical Applications)

 3

C

30

 45

KHAIRUN-RAD 503

CT II (Protocols and Clinical Applications)

 3

C

45

-

KHAIRUN-RAD 505

Quality Assurance in Radiography

 2

C

30

 -

KHAIRUN-RAD 506

Forensic Radiography

 2

C

30

 -

KHAIRUN-RAD 507

Industrial Radiography

 2

C

15

45

Total                                                                                     33

 

 

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