Radiography Degree
A45700
Day/Evening/Online/Full-Time
RAD courses day ONLY
Fall Semester 1
| Course |
Class Hours |
Lab Hours |
Clinical Hours |
Credits |
BIO 168 - Anatomy and Physiology I
BIO 168 - Anatomy and Physiology I
This course provides a comprehensive study of the anatomy and physiology of the human
body. Topics include body organization, homeostasis, cytology, histology, and the
integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems and special senses. Upon completion,
students should be able to demonstrate an in-depth understanding of principles of
anatomy and physiology and their interrelationships.
Class: 3.00
Lab: 3.00
Credits: 4.00
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3.00 |
3.00 |
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4.00 |
MAT 143 - Quantitative Literacy
MAT 143 - Quantitative Literacy
This course is designed to engage students in complex and realistic situations involving
the mathematical phenomena of quantity, change and relationship, and uncertainty through
project- and activity-based assessment. Emphasis is placed on authentic contexts
which will introduce the concepts of numeracy, proportional reasoning, dimensional
analysis, rates of growth, personal finance, consumer statistics, practical probabilities,
and mathematics for citizenship. Upon completion, students should be able to utilize
quantitative information as consumers and to make personal, professional, and civic
decisions by decoding, interpreting, using, and communicating quantitative information
found in modern media and encountered in everyday life.
Class: 2.00
Lab: 2.00
Credits: 3.00
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2.00 |
2.00 |
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3.00 |
RAD 110 - Rad Intro & Patient Care
RAD 110 - Rad Intro & Patient Care
This course provides an overview of the radiography profession and student responsibilities.
Emphasis is placed on basic principles of patient care, radiation protection, technical
factors, and medical terminology. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate
basic skills in these areas.
Class: 2.00
Lab: 3.00
Credits: 3.00
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2.00 |
3.00 |
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3.00 |
RAD 111 - RAD Procedures I
RAD 111 - RAD Procedures I
This course provides the knowledge and skills necessary to perform standard radiographic
procedures. Emphasis is placed on radiography of the chest, abdomen, extremities,
bony thorax and pelvis. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence
in these areas.
Class: 3.00
Lab: 3.00
Credits: 4.00
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3.00 |
3.00 |
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4.00 |
RAD 151 - RAD Clinical Ed I
RAD 151 - RAD Clinical Ed I
This course introduces patient management and basic radiographic procedures in the
clinical setting. Emphasis is placed on mastering positioning of the chest and extremities,
manipulating equipment, and applying principles of ALARA. Upon completion, students
should be able to demonstrate successful completion of clinical objectives.
Clinical: 6.00
Credits: 2.00
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6.00 |
2.00 |
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Total: 16 |
Spring Semester 1
| Course |
Class Hours |
Lab Hours |
Clinical Hours |
Credits |
BIO 169 - Anatomy and Physiology II
BIO 169 - Anatomy and Physiology II
This course provides a continuation of the comprehensive study of the anatomy and
physiology of the human body. Topics include the endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic,
respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems as well as metabolism, nutrition,
acid-base balance, and fluid and electrolyte balance. Upon completion, students should
be able to demonstrate an in-depth understanding of principles of anatomy and physiology
and their interrelationships.
Prerequisites: Take BIO-168
Class: 3.00
Lab: 3.00
Credits: 4.00
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3.00 |
3.00 |
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4.00 |
ENG 111 - Writing and Inquiry
ENG 111 - Writing and Inquiry
This course is designed to develop the ability to produce clear writing in a variety
of genres and formats using a recursive process. Emphasis includes inquiry, analysis,
effective use of rhetorical strategies, thesis development, audience awareness, and
revision. Upon completion, students should be able to produce unified, coherent,
well-developed essays using standard written English.
Class: 3.00
Credits: 3.00
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3.00 |
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3.00 |
RAD 112 - RAD Procedures II
RAD 112 - RAD Procedures II
This course provides the knowledge and skills necessary to perform standard radiographic
procedures. Emphasis is placed on radiography of the skull, spine, and gastrointestinal,
biliary, and urinary systems. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate
competence in these areas.
Class: 3.00
Lab: 3.00
Credits: 4.00
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3.00 |
3.00 |
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4.00 |
RAD 121 - Image Production I
RAD 121 - Image Production I
This course provides the basic principles of radiographic image production. Emphasis
is placed on image production, x-ray equipment, receptor exposure, and basic imaging
quality factors. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding
of basic principles of radiographic image production.
Class: 2.00
Lab: 3.00
Credits: 3.00
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2.00 |
3.00 |
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3.00 |
RAD 161 - RAD Clinical Ed II
RAD 161 - RAD Clinical Ed II
This course provides additional experience in patient management and in more complex
radiographic procedures. Emphasis is placed on mastering positioning of the spine,
pelvis, head and neck, and thorax and adapting procedures to meet patient variations.
Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate successful completion of clinical
objectives.
Clinical: 15.00
Credits: 5.00
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15.00 |
5.00 |
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Total: 19 |
Summer Semester
| Course |
Class Hours |
Lab Hours |
Clinical Hours |
Credits |
PHI 240 - Introduction to Ethics
PHI 240 - Introduction to Ethics
This course introduces theories about the nature and foundations of moral judgments
and applications to contemporary moral issues. Emphasis is placed on moral theories
such as consequentialism, deontology, and virtue ethics. Upon completion, students
should be able to apply various ethical theories to moral issues such as abortion,
capital punishment, poverty, war, terrorism, the treatment of animals, and issues
arising from new technologies.
Prerequisites: Take ENG-111
Class: 3.00
Credits: 3.00
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3.00 |
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3.00 |
RAD 122 - Image Production II
RAD 122 - Image Production II
This course is designed to continue to develop the concepts and principles in the
field of radiologic technology. Emphasis is placed on advanced digital principles
and production. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding
of advanced principles of digital imaging production.
Class: 1.00
Lab: 3.00
Credits: 2.00
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1.00 |
3.00 |
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2.00 |
*Could Not Find* - "RAD-131"
*Could Not Find* - "RAD-131"
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RAD 171 - RAD Clinical Ed III
RAD 171 - RAD Clinical Ed III
This course provides experience in patient management specific to advanced radiographic
procedures. Emphasis is placed on applying appropriate technical factors to all studies
and transitioning to mastering positioning of advanced studies. Upon completion,
students should be able to demonstrate successful completion of clinical objectives.
Clinical: 9.00
Credits: 3.00
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9.00 |
3.00 |
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Total: 8 |
Fall Semester 2
| Course |
Class Hours |
Lab Hours |
Clinical Hours |
Credits |
PSY 150 - General Psychology
PSY 150 - General Psychology
This course provides an overview of the scientific study of human behavior. Topics
include history, methodology, biopsychology, sensation, perception, learning, motivation,
cognition, abnormal behavior, personality theory, social psychology, and other relevant
topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic knowledge
of the science of psychology.
Class: 3.00
Credits: 3.00
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3.00 |
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3.00 |
RAD 211 - Radiographic Procedures III
RAD 211 - Radiographic Procedures III
This course provides the knowledge and skills necessary to perform standard and specialty
radiographic procedures. Emphasis is placed on radiographic specialty procedures,
advanced imaging, radiographic pathology and image analysis. Upon completion, students
should be able to demonstrate an understanding of these areas.
Class: 2.00
Lab: 3.00
Credits: 3.00
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2.00 |
3.00 |
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3.00 |
RAD 231 - Image Production III
RAD 231 - Image Production III
This course is designed to continue to develop the concepts and principles in the
field of radiologic technology. Emphasis is placed on complex imaging production and
principles, quality control and quality assurance in the imaging sciences. Upon completion,
students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of advanced radiographic equipment
and quality control programs.
Class: 1.00
Lab: 3.00
Credits: 2.00
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1.00 |
3.00 |
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2.00 |
*Could Not Find* - "RAD-241"
*Could Not Find* - "RAD-241"
Credits:
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RAD 251 - RAD Clinical Ed IV
RAD 251 - RAD Clinical Ed IV
This course provides the opportunity to continue mastering all basic radiographic
procedures and to attain experience in advanced areas. Emphasis is placed on equipment
operation, pathological recognition, pediatric and geriatric variations, and further
awareness of radiation protection requirements. Upon completion, students should
be able to demonstrate successful completion of clinical objectives.
Clinical: 21.00
Credits: 7.00
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21.00 |
7.00 |
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Total: 15 |
Spring Semester 2
| Course |
Class Hours |
Lab Hours |
Clinical Hours |
Credits |
ENG 112 - Writing and Research in the Disciplines
ENG 112 - Writing and Research in the Disciplines
This course, the second in a series of two, introduces research techniques, documentation
styles, and writing strategies. Emphasis is placed on analyzing information and ideas
and incorporating research findings into documented writing and research projects.
Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate and synthesize information from
primary and secondary sources using documentation appropriate to various disciplines.
Prerequisites: Take ENG-111
Class: 3.00
Credits: 3.00
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3.00 |
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3.00 |
*Could Not Find* - "RAD-245"
*Could Not Find* - "RAD-245"
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RAD 261 - Radiographic Clinical Education V
RAD 261 - Radiographic Clinical Education V
This course is designed to enhance expertise in all radiographic procedures, patient
management, radiation protection, and image production and evaluation. Emphasis is
placed on developing an autonomous approach to the diversity of clinical situations
and successfully adapting to those procedures. Upon completion, students should be
able to demonstrate successful completion of clinical objectives.
Clinical: 21.00
Credits: 7.00
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21.00 |
7.00 |
RAD 271 - Radiography Capstone
RAD 271 - Radiography Capstone
This course provides an opportunity to exhibit problem-solving skills required for
certification. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking and integration of didactic
and clinical components. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the
knowledge required of an entry-level radiographer.
Class: 2.00
Lab: 3.00
Credits: 3.00
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2.00 |
3.00 |
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3.00 |
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Total: 13 |
