Introduces the clinical environment in a clinical facility. Development of basic competencies under direct supervision in selected procedures studied in the college classroom and laboratory (chest, abdomens, extremities). Observation and participation in office procedures, film filing, patient transport, darkroom and exposure rooms. Manipulation of radiographic equipment–collimator, table, tube, marking systems. Setting of exposure factors according to charts. Patient care will include transfer techniques and emphasize a concern for patient comfort. Film critique will be carried out regularly. (0 theory hours/225 clinical hours)