DEH 203 - Dental Radiology

2 CR

Topics include ionizing radiation, the history of x-rays, their production and properties, radiation measurement, radiation hazards and principles of radiation safety. Covers theory and practice of exposing, processing, mounting and interpreting dental radiographs.

Prerequisite(s): enrollment in Dental Health Program OR high school diploma with six months clinical dental office experience and instructor permission.
Co-requisite(s): DEH 201 or DEA 201.