Dale Cover – RSTI
Speaker Bio
Dale Cover joined RSTI in 1990. In his 32 years with RSTI he has held positions as Lab Instructor, Technical Instructor, Senior Instructor and Training Manager. He served as VP and Director of Training from 2009-2013. In January 2013, Dale was promoted to the position of President. As of August 2018, Dale retired but enjoys teaching, so… more like semi-retired.
Prior to coming to RSTI, Dale worked as Chief of Technical Operations for a start-up wireless cable company. Dale also served in the US Army for 8 years in the field of Satellite Systems repair. Other electronics experience includes Field Service with Picker International and Satellite Assembly and Testing with TRW.
Dale received his electronics training in the US Army as well as leadership, equipment maintenance management, instructor and personnel management training. Dale has been a Certified Radiological Equipment Specialist (CRES#170) and is a former Partner at RSTI.
Class Description
This presentation is designed for imaging engineers and managers who are interested in adding CT service to their skills or service offerings. In this presentation we will discuss the issues associated with providing service on CT systems. From understanding the role and importance of CT in hospital operations to what is needed to be effective at providing the quality service that is demanded in this critical imaging modality
- Course Objectives
- Discuss CT and its role/importance in Imaging
- Discuss the life cycle issues associated with CT
- Discuss CT technology to include system design, patient support systems, gantry area and console systems
- Discuss servicing CT systems:
- Preparations for providing service
- Consumables
- PM issues
- Service access
- Common failure issues
- Parts availability