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This course will allow the student the opportunity to acquire skills necessary to obtain high quality modality specific images, to objectively alter protocols based on patient pathology or physical condition, and to identify image quality problems and make appropriate corrections. Activities include demonstration and observation, after which the student assists in performing the activity. When a satisfactory degree of proficiency is apparent, the student will be allowed to perform the activity under direct supervision. When the student is satisfied with their proficiency, the student will request a competency evaluation for that study. After performing that evaluation with a satisfactory rating, they will be permitted to perform that procedure under indirect supervision. This course is presented with a progression in competency levels in the form of clinical performance objectives and competency exams. The student will have access to the facilities, personnel, examinations and educational materials to competently achieve the course objectives.