RAD 101 Introduction to Radiology
Description: This course provides an overview of the foundations of radiography and the practitioner's role in the health care delivery system. Principles, practices, and policies of health care organizations are examined. Professional radiographer development and credentialing are also examined. Major types of radiographic equipment are introduced.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the program
MBUS 001 Medical Terminology
Description: This course provides the knowledge required to read and write medical terminology, abbreviations, and symbols, and interpret oral and written forms of medical communication.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to program.
BIOL 101 Anatomy & Physiology
Description: This course provides an overview of human anatomy and physiology necessary to perform radiographic procedures.
Prerequisite(s): Medical Terminology
PHYS 101 Radiation Physics
Description: This course provides an overview of the basic properties and principles necessary to understand the structure and functions of a diagnostic X-ray machine.
Prerequisite(s): High School or College Algebra **see service-specific requirements.
QMGT 101 Principles of Quality Management
Description: This course presents theory and practice for operating a successful quality assurance program in a diagnostic radiology department. Students will discuss the importance of quality control with respect to health care costs, radiation exposure to patients, and improvement of the diagnostic quality of films.
Prerequisite(s): Enrolled Radiation Physics & Radiation Protection
RAD 103 Radiographic Procedures of the Upper & Lower Extremities
Description: The course provides an overview of the knowledge and application required to perform standard radiographic positioning for upper and lower extremities. The problem-solving process and image analysis are incorporated throughout the course. Radiographic anatomy, Osteology, and positioning are discussed and applied in the live and/or simulated laboratory using radiographic machines, IR processing, and digital imaging methods.
Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in Anatomy and Physiology
RAD 102 Imaging Equipment
Description: This course provides an overview of knowledge and application of radiographic equipment and quality control procedures. Students will operate imaging equipment and will apply safety principles in a laboratory setting.
Prerequisite(s): Enrolled in Radiation Physics.
RAD 105 Radiographic Procedures of the Skull & Spine
Description: The course provides an overview of the knowledge and application required to perform standard imaging procedures for the skull and spine. The problem-solving process and image analysis are incorporated throughout the course. Radiographic anatomy and positioning are discussed and applied in the live and/or simulated laboratory using radiographic machines, film processing, and digital imaging methods.
Prerequisite(s): Enrolled in Anatomy & Physiology
RAD 106 Radiographic Procedures of the Bony Thorax & Abdomen
Description: The course provides an overview of the knowledge and application required to perform standard imaging procedures for the thorax and abdomen. The problem-solving process and image analysis are incorporated throughout the course. Radiographic anatomy and positioning are discussed and applied in the live and/or simulated laboratory using radiographic machines, film processing, and digital imaging methods.
Prerequisite(s): Enrolled in Anatomy & Physiology
BIOL 110 Radiation Biology
Description: This course provides an overview of the effects of ionizing radiation on human cells, tissues, and organs. A review of basic cell biology provides a foundation for the remainder of the course. Physical and biological factors influencing radiation response are discussed. Acute and chronic effects of radiation exposure are introduced, with an emphasis on dose-response relationships.
Prerequisite(s): Anatomy & Physiology, Radiation Physics
RAD 104 Radiation Protection
Description: This course covers techniques and equipment designed for reducing unnecessary radiographic exposure to the patient and radiographer. Government agency standards and regulations will be discussed.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of, or concurrent enrollment in, BIOL 110 Radiation Biology.
RAD 107 Radiographic Procedures of Gastrointestinal & Genitourinary Systems
Description: This course provides an overview of the knowledge and application required to perform standard imaging procedures for the gastrointestinal & genitourinary systems. The problem-solving process and image analysis are incorporated throughout the course. Radiographic anatomy and positioning are discussed and applied in the live and/or simulated laboratory using radiographic machines, film processing, and digital imaging methods.
Prerequisite(s): Enrolled in Anatomy & Physiology
BIOL 111 Radiographic Pathology
Description: This course will review the anatomy and physiology associated with human body systems and common traumatic injuries and disease processes identifiable on a radiograph. Pathologic terminology and disease classifications will be introduced.
Prerequisite(s): Enrolled in Anatomy and Physiology.
RAD 108 Radiographic Procedures of the Nervous & Circulatory Systems
Description: The course discusses imaging procedures for the nervous and circulatory systems. Image analysis is incorporated throughout the course. Radiographic anatomy and positioning are discussed.
Prerequisite(s): Enrolled in Anatomy & Physiology
RAD 201 Special Procedures & Imaging Modalities
Description: This course will discuss special procedures and imaging modalities associated with medical imaging. This course presents the basic equipment and principles of the imaging modalities within the profession of radiologic sciences; inclusive of mammography, nuclear medicine, radiation therapy, magnetic resonance imaging, sonography, and interventional radiology.
Prerequisite(s): None.
MHUM 101 Medical Ethics and Law
Description: This course introduces students to the professional, ethical, and legal framework of current radiology and healthcare practices, including the role of the radiographer within this system. Students will participate in exercises to identify and resolve possible ethical and/or legal situations.
Prerequisite(s): None.
RAD 202 Patient Care
Description: This course provides the student with the basic concepts of patient care, including consideration of the physical and psychological needs of the patient. Routine and emergency patient care procedures are described, including patient care and safety, drug administration, vital signs, and infection control procedures. The role of the radiographer in patient education is identified.
Prerequisite(s): None.
RAD 203 Computed Tomography (CT)
Description: This course introduces the concepts and physical principles employed in computed tomography imaging with an overview of Computed Tomography (CT) dose effects, data acquisition, and image distribution.
Prerequisite(s): Radiation Physics, Radiation Biology, Radiation Protection
RAD 210 Certification Prep
Description: This course prepares students for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) exam through comprehensive lab exams and a comprehensive pre-clinical review integrating all program material in preparation for clinical application.
Prerequisite(s): Enrolled in final course sequence prior to graduation
BMO 101-A Basic Medical Orientation
Description: To provide the basic concepts of patient care in a radiology setting to include routine and emergency procedures and the role of the radiographer in patient evaluation and education.
Prerequisite(s):
MATH 101-A Math Refresher (Army Specific)
Description: This course provides a re-familiarization of such operations as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of whole numbers and fractions based on problem areas that became evident in your pre-math test. Simplified algebraic expressions will also be covered.
Prerequisite(s): None
MATH 101-N Technical Math (Navy Specific)
Description: This course provides a review of the principles of mathematics as applicable to the physics of radiologic technology; use of logarithms, including multiplication, division, powers, and roots; scientific notation; geometry of the circle, square, and rectangle; basic trigonometric functions; linear equations in the unknown; Cartesian coordinate plane; slope of a straight line; linear equations from given conditions; and graphic solution of two or more linear equations.
Prerequisite(s): One year of high school or college credit with a "C" grade or higher.
FTX 101-A Field Training Exercise (Army Specific)
Description: This course provides a foundation of Army special topics. The course will reinforce learned medical occupation specialty knowledge, skills, common soldier tasks, warrior tasks, and skills in a realistic tactical environment. This course will provide specific knowledge and skills necessary to set up and operate the radiology section of a field medical unit.
Prerequisite(s): None.
AFCP 101 Air Force Career Progression
Description: This course provides a foundation of Air Force special topics. The lessons will highlight the Air Force medical service, career progression, safety, security, and supply.
Prerequisite(s): None.
101-N SNAP/SAMS
Description: This course provides the student with the knowledge to operate the SAMS Radiation Health Module.
Prerequisite(s): None.
USAF 101 Air Force Medical Service (AFMS) Expeditionary Medical Readiness Course (EMRC)
Description: This course provides practical and didactic training, with an orientation to all continuing Medical Readiness Training (MRT) core topics to: active duty, AFRC and ANG personnel attending 3-level medical/dental AFSC awarding courses.
Prerequisite(s): None.
USAF Clinicals Phase II Course (Air Force Specific)
Description: This training provides practical clinical training and experience to perform basic radiographic procedures/exams and related patient care duties. Emphasis is to acquire competency in performing procedures on actual sick and injured under the supervision of qualified radiographers and radiologists in selected Medical Treatment Facilities (MTF's).
Prerequisite(s): Completion of phase 1 program.
USA Clinicals Phase II Course (Army Specific)
Description: This training provides practical clinical training and experience to perform basic radiographic procedures/exams and related patient care duties. Emphasis is to acquire competency in performing procedures on actual sick and injured under the supervision of qualified radiographers and radiologists in selected US Army Medical Treatment Facilities (MTF's).
Prerequisite(s): Completion of phase 1 program.
USN Clinicals Phase II Course (Navy Specific)
Description: This training provides practical clinical training and experience to perform basic radiographic procedures/exams and related patient care duties. Emphasis is to acquire competency in performing procedures on actual sick and injured under the supervision of qualified radiographers and radiologists in selected Medical Treatment Facilities (MTF's).
Prerequisite(s): Completion of phase 1 program.
