Radiologic TechnologyRequirements

Provides an in-depth study of the structure of medical terms with emphasis on using and combining common prefixes, roots and suffixes. This course includes terms related to major body systems, oncology, and psychiatry as well as clinical laboratory and diagnostic procedures, and imaging, and provides accepted pronunciation of terms and relative use in the healthcare setting. Course is not repeatable for credit.

Introduces radiology including equipment, exposure, positioning and the knowledge necessary for the radiography student to provide safe patient care including communication skills, body mechanics, patient transfer, and radiography as a profession. Differential tuition rates apply. Restricted to Radiologic Technology majors only. Course is not repeatable for credit.

Focuses on basic knowledge of body structures and function, and provides a foundation for understanding deviations from normal and disease conditions. This course is designed for individuals interested in health care and is directly applicable to the Practical Nursing Program, Paramedic Program and the Medical Office Technology program. It is recommended that ENG 1021 and MAT 1340 be completed prior to or be taken concurrently with this course. Course is not repeatable for credit.

Focuses on an integrated study of the human body including the histology, anatomy, and physiology of each system. Examines molecular, cellular, and tissue levels of organization plus integuments, skeletal, articulations, muscular, and nervous systems. Includes a mandatory hands-on laboratory experience covering microscopy, observations, and dissection. This is the first semester of a two-semester sequence. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-SC1 category. It is recommended that ENG 1021 and MAT 1340 be completed prior to or be taken concurrently with this course. Course is not repeatable for credit.

Focuses on the integrated study of the human body and the histology, anatomy, and physiology of the following systems and topics: endocrine, cardiovascular, hematology, lymphatic and immune, urinary, fluid and electrolyte control, digestive, nutrition, respiratory, reproductive, and development. Includes a mandatory hands-on laboratory experience involving microscopy, observations, and dissection. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-SC1 category. It is recommended that ENG 1021 and MAT 1340 be completed prior to or be taken concurrently with this course.  It is preferred that BIO 2101 be completed prior to taking this course, however, it may be taken concurrently. Course is not repeatable for credit.

Examines the communication involved in interpersonal relationships occurring in family, social, and career situations. Relevant concepts include self-concept, perception, listening, nonverbal communication, and conflict. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-SS3 category. Course is not repeatable for credit.

Emphasizes the planning, writing, and revising of compositions, including the development of critical and logical thinking skills. This course includes a wide variety of compositions that stress analytical, evaluative, and persuasive/argumentative writing. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-CO1 category. Course is not repeatable for credit.

Expands and refines the objectives of English Composition I. Emphasizes critical/logical thinking and reading, problem definition, research strategies, and writing analytical, evaluative, and/or argumentative compositions. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-CO2 category. Course is not repeatable for credit.

Develops skills one can apply to a variety of technical documents. Focuses on principles for organizing, writing, and revising clear, readable documents for industry, business, and government. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-CO1 category. Course is not repeatable for credit.

Covers material designed for career and technical students who need to study particular mathematical topics. Topics include measurement, algebra, geometry, statistics, and graphs. These are presented at an introductory level and the emphasis is on applications. Course readiness is determined by review of high school transcripts, assessment, and/or meeting with an Aims Academic Advisor. Course is not repeatable for credit.

Examines human development from conception through death, emphasizing physical, cognitive, emotional, and psychosocial factors. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-SS3 category. Course is not repeatable for credit.

Introduces the fundamentals of human diversity; and legal and ethical considerations. Includes lecture and laboratory experience in patient care, standard and transmission based precautions, asepsis versus non-asepsis, vital signs, venipuncture, medical emergencies, drug administration, patients with specific needs and end-of-life interactions. Differential tuition rates apply. Restricted to Radiologic Technology majors only. Course is not repeatable for credit.

Introduces the fundamentals of radiographic equipment to safely obtain radiographs, apply radiation safety techniques, and identify related positioning terminology. This course emphasizes identification of anatomy, common pathology, and radiographic terminology of the upper extremities, chest, and abdomen. Differential tuition rates apply. Restricted to Radiologic Technology majors only. Course is not repeatable for credit.

Introduces the fundamental aspects of radiographic equipment including the basic concepts pertaining to x-ray production, x-ray equipment, and photon interactions with matter. Differential tuition rates apply. Restricted to Radiologic Technology majors only. Course is not repeatable for credit.

Introduces the clinical education experience at the healthcare facility. The course focuses on the application of knowledge to the actual practice of radiography. Differential tuition rates apply. Restricted to Radiologic Technology majors only. Course is repeatable with a maximum of 12 credit hours.

Reinforces the fundamentals of radiographic positioning of the extremities. This course introduces anatomy, pathology, and skills necessary to perform radiographic procedures of the spine, bony thorax, and abdominopelvic region. Differential tuition rates apply. Restricted to Radiologic Technology majors only. Course is not repeatable for credit.

Provides in-depth knowledge of scatter control, radiographic exposure technique, image acquisition, process, and fluoroscopy. Includes criteria and factors that affect image quality, quality assurance and healthcare informatics. Differential tuition rates apply. Restricted to Radiologic Technology majors only. Course is not repeatable for credit.

Builds upon prior clinical internship experience to advance student proficiency in the practice of radiography in the healthcare facility. The course focuses on the application of knowledge to the actual practice of radiography. Differential tuition rates apply. Restricted to Radiologic Technology majors only. Course is repeatable with a maximum of 12 credit hours.

Provides the basic knowledge and understanding of the biologic effects of ionizing radiation and radiation protection and safety. Differential tuition rates apply. Restricted to Radiologic Technology majors only. Course is not repeatable for credit.

Reinforces and builds independence in the clinical internship experience. Applies radiographic knowledge learned in the classroom and prior clinical internship experience. Differential tuition rates apply. Restricted to Radiologic Technology majors only. Course is repeatable with a maximum of 12 credit hours.

Provides an introduction to the evaluation of the pathologies related to the respiratory, digestive, and urinary systems on a radiographic image. Differential tuition rates apply. Restricted to Radiologic Technology majors only. Course is not repeatable for credit.

Offers advanced imaging techniques including radiographic procedures involving the skull, trauma, mobile, surgical, pediatric, special procedures and advanced modalities. Differential tuition rates apply. Restricted to Radiologic Technology majors only. Course is not repeatable for credit.

Introduces the student to the radiographic specialty areas of Pediatrics, Geriatrics, the out-patient clinic, as well as increasing proficiency in general radiography. Differential tuition rates apply. Restricted to Radiologic Technology majors only. Course is repeatable with a maximum of 12 credit hours.

Provides an introduction to the evaluation of the pathologies related to the skeletal, circulatory, and nervous systems on radiographic image. Differential tuition rates apply. Restricted to Radiologic Technology majors only. Course is not repeatable for credit.

Introduces the student to the radiographic specialty areas of pediatrics, geriatrics, the out-patient clinic, portable and trauma radiography as well as increasing proficiency in general radiography. Differential tuition rates apply. Restricted to Radiologic Technology majors only. Course is repeatable with a maximum of 12 credit hours.

Prepares the radiologic technology student to sit for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification examination through a comprehensive review of RTE program curriculum, with practice answering certification examination-type questions through the administration of multiple mock certification exams. Provides the student with the requisite skills to effectively search for a job in medical imaging. Differential tuition rates apply. Restricted to Radiologic Technology majors only. Course is repeatable with a maximum of 12 credit hours.