Radiological Technology Courses

RAD 101 Fundamentals of Radiologic Science & Health Care
Prerequisite: Admittance into program

A lecture course that provides an overview of medical imaging and its role in health care delivery. Students are oriented to key departments, professionalism, and the process to become a successful RT(R).

RAD 102 Radiation Protection, Prod & Characteristics
Prerequisite: Admittance into program

A lecture course that provides principles of radiation protection, responsibility to patients, personnel, and the public, as well as dose equivalent.

RAD 103 Digital Image Acquisition & Display I
Prerequisite: Admittance into program

A lecture course that introduces factors that govern and influence the production of the radiologic image using CR/DR equipment.

RAD 104 Patient Care in Radiologic Science
Prerequisite: Admittance into program

Radiologic Technology laboratory study is utilized in this course to demonstrate clinical applications of theoretical principles and concepts. Student learns concepts, medical ethics, and patient care including consideration of physical and psychological conditions, routine and emergency patient care procedures, the role of the radiographer in patient education, and the special aspects of death and dying.

RAD 105 Radiographic Procedures I
Prerequisite: Admittance into program

Radiologic Technology laboratory study is utilized in this course to demonstrate clinical applications of theoretical principles and concepts. The students learn how to perform radiologic procedures of the chest, abdomen, pelvis, and upper and lower extremity. Positioning techniques to achieve quality radiographs are discussed, along with associated anatomy, pathology, and special studies.

RAD 106 Radiographic Physics I
Prerequisite: Admittance into program

A lecture course that provides knowledge of basic atomic structure and radiologic physics along with their units of measurement. The electromagnetic spectrum is discussed in relationship to x-rays.

RAD 151 Clinicals I
Prerequisite: Admittance into program

A radiologic technology clinical course where students apply didactic information to real life settings by gaining competency in ten general patient care activities, three mandatory radiologic procedures from a selected list of thirty. Each student will be able to perform procedures independently, consistently, and effectively.

RAD 152 Radiographic Procedures II
Prerequisite: Admittance into program

Radiologic Technology laboratory study is utilized in this course to demonstrate clinical applications of theoretical principles and concepts. The student learns how to perform radiographic procedures of the spine, thorax, digestive, urinary systems & cranium. Positioning techniques to achieve quality radiographics are discussed, along with associated anatomy, pathology, and special studies.

RAD 153 Radiographic Physics II
Prerequisite: Prerequisite: Admittance into program

A lecture course where students gain knowledge of components and operation of x-ray generating equipment. X-ray production, beam characteristics and x-ray interactions with matter are also discussed.

RAD 154 Digital Image Acquisition & Display II
Prerequisite: Admittance into program

Radiologic Technology laboratory study is utilized in this course to demonstrate clinical applications of theoretical principles and concepts. Students learn in depth factors that govern and influence the production of the
radiographic image using CR/DR equipment such as acquisition, processing, and display.

RAD 155 Clinicals II
Prerequisite: Admittance into program

A radiologic technology clinical course where students apply didactic information to real life settings by gaining competency in six mandatory radiologic procedures and three elective radiologic procedures from a selected list of thirty.

RAD 156 Pharmacology & Drug Administration
Prerequisite: Admittance into program

Radiologic Technology laboratory study is utilized in this course to demonstrate clinical applications of theoretical principles and concepts. Students learn IV Therapy procedures, complications, and equipment necessary for infusion of drugs, as well as information about contrast media and medications.

RAD 157 Clinicals III
Prerequisite: Admittance into program

A radiologic technology clinical course where students apply didactic information to real life settings by gaining competency in one general patient care activity, seven mandatory radiologic procedures and three elective radiologic procedures from a selected list of thirty. Each student will be able to perform procedures independently, consistently, and effectively.

RAD 201 Digital Image Acquisition & Display III
Prerequisite: Admittance into program

A lecture course where students learn advanced concepts such as the controlling factors of the display monitor and quality assurance during the production of the radiographic images using CR/DR equipment.

RAD 202 Advanced Radiographic Procedures I
Prerequisite: Admittance into program

Radiologic Technology laboratory study is utilized in this course to demonstrate clinical applications of theoretical principles and concepts. The student is provided the opportunity to learn basic knowledge regarding Mammography, Computed Tomography, and Magnetic Resonance Imaging. Topics integrated into the class will include patient care, anatomy, cross-section anatomy, imaging procedures, and equipment specifications as related to Mammography, Computed Tomography, and Magnetic Resonance Imaging.

RAD 203 Radiation Biology
Prerequisite: Admittance into program

A lecture course where students learn the principles of cell radiation interaction. Radiation effects of cells and factors affecting cell response are presented, acute and chronic effects of radiation are discussed. 

RAD 204 Clinicals IV
Prerequisite: Admittance into program

A radiographic technology clinical course where students apply didactic information to real life settings by gaining competency in ten mandatory radiologic procedures and four elective radiologic procedures from a selected list of thirty. Each student will be able to perform procedures independently, consistently, and effectively.

RAD 251 Imaging Equipment
Prerequisite: Admittance into program

A lecture course that provides knowledge of equipment routinely utilized to produce diagnostic images such as Mobile, Tomography, AEC, and Fluoroscopy. Various recording media and techniques are discussed.

RAD 252 Advanced Radiographic Procedures II
Prerequisite: Admittance into program

Radiologic Technology laboratory study is utilized in this course to demonstrate clinical applications of theoretical principles and concepts. The student learns how to perform special radiographic procedures such as
angiography, sialography, and hysterosalpingography. The associated anatomy, pathology, and the special equipment used for these exams are learned. Using knowledge from multiple didactic units, especially clinical education the student evaluates radiographic examinations for diagnostic quality, and then uses critical thinking skills to make corrections if necessary.

RAD 253 Clinicals V
Prerequisite: Admittance into program

A radiologic technology clinical course where students apply didactic information to real life settings by gaining competency in eleven mandatory radiologic procedures and five elective radiologic procedures from a selected list of thirty. Each student will be able to perform procedures independently, consistently, and effectively.

RAD 290 Curriculum Review V
Prerequisite: Admittance into program

Students review all aspects of the Radiologic Technology curriculum. This is preparation for the successful completion (75% or better) on the American Registry of Radiologic Technologies national exam.