Radiography Education - Transfer Track

An introduction to the fundamental elements of the profession of Radiography.  Course content includes general concepts in basic radiation safety and radiographic positioning terminology.  A practical experience introduces the student to the energized radiography laboratory.   Students practice manipulating radiographic equipment under direct supervision.

Presents a survey of computer applications and their use in the health technology fields. Discusses the major components of a computer, instructs in the use of software application packages including word processing and database and exposes a student to a personal computer operating system. Students gain experience using Microsoft Office.

This course introduces the student to the basic principles necessary for clinical practice. Course content includes general concepts in patient care and assessment, medical terminology, medical-legal and ethical aspects, vital signs, infection control, medication administration, pharmacology, patient communication, and developing critical thinking skills.

A presentation of anatomy, positioning and pathology of the upper extremity, shoulder girdle, sternum, sternoclavicular and acromioclavicular joints, thoracic cavity, rib cage, chest, lungs and abdomen.

This course includes a practical laboratory experience and an externship experience that introduces the student to the clinical setting.  Under direct supervision students practice and perform radiographic examinations of the upper extremity, shoulder girdle, bony thorax, chest and abdomen.  Practical competencies must be demonstrated in specific radiographic examinations.

This first part of a two-part course is designed to introduce the student to the basic concepts and practices in radiation protection, equipment operation, and image production.  Content covered includes x-ray production, the x-ray tube, filtration, technical factor selection, interactions of x-rays with matter, beam restriction, grids, and an introduction to image receptors.

This course provides students with an understanding of and respect for the recommendations relating to the safe use of ionizing radiation. Students are provided with comprehensive coverage of the physical principles and technical aspects of radiation protection and their relationship to radiobiology.

A presentation of anatomy, positioning and pathology of the lower extremity, hip, pelvis, sacrum, coccyx, sacroiliac joints and vertebral column including scoliosis studies.

This course includes a practical laboratory experience and an externship experience toward mastery of procedural competency in the clinical setting.  Under supervision students practice and perform radiographic examinations of the lower extremity, pelvis, and vertebral column.  Students adapt to exam variations for trauma patients and mobile procedures.  Practical competencies must be demonstrated in specific radiographic examinations.

A continuation of radiograph imaging and science principles designed to build upon previous objectives and introduce additional concepts and practices.  Automatic exposure control (AEC) devices, exposure systems, mobile radiography, and fluoroscopy are all presented and discussed.  Students learn to analyze the radiographic image with focus upon image receptor exposure, contrast, spatial resolution and distortion.

A study of the specific anatomy of the digestive, urinary and biliary systems with the appropriate positioning techniques and examination routines. A discussion of the pharmacological concepts of contrast media and their use in these procedures as well as the theoretical principles of venipuncture are presented. 

This course includes a practical laboratory experience and an externship experience toward mastery of procedural competency in the clinical setting.  Under supervision students practice and perform radiographic examinations of the digestive, urinary, and biliary systems with the appropriate positioning techniques.  Practical application of various contrast media is demonstrated.  Venipuncture techniques are simulated.  Practical competency must be demonstrated in specific radiographic examinations and general patient care procedures.

A presentation of anatomy, positioning and pathology of the cranium, sella turcica, facial bones (nasal bones, zygomatic arch, mandible and temporomandibular joints), paranasal and mastoid sinuses, orbits, optic foramina and mammary gland.

This course includes a practical laboratory experience and an externship experience toward mastery of procedural competency in the clinical setting.  Under supervision students practice and perform radiographic examinations of the skull, facial bones, sinuses and the mammary glands.  Practical competency must be demonstrated in specific radiographic examinations and general patient care procedures.

Radiographic Physics and Equipment Maintenance is designed to build upon previous objectives in Radiographic Imaging and Science I & II and introduce additional concepts and practices in radiologic physics, quality control, and digital imaging.   Content covered includes basic physical principles applied to radiography, advanced circuit theory, radiographic quality control, digital x-ray imaging, and technological aspects of mammography and bone densitometry.

Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing documented essays. Extensive reading materials serve as structural models and as the bases for discussion and for the writing of essays involving response, analysis, and synthesis.

This course emphasizes competency related to examinations of the skull and sinuses, and in the area of special radiographic procedures.  Continued practical competencies will be demonstrated in the areas of appendicular skeleton, thorax, lungs, abdomen, digestive system, biliary system, and urinary system.  The student must demonstrate competency for all ARRT required examinations.  Continued development of the student's professional work ethic is required.

A comprehensive discussion of the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist Content Specifications for the Examination in Radiography.  An understanding of the requirements for earning and maintaining ARRT credentials.   This course utilizes simulated testing, computerized review, and problem solving.

A presentation of advanced imaging concepts, image acquisition and specialized equipment.   A comprehensive discussion of vascular diagnostic procedures, interventional and non-vascular examinations, along with central nervous system radiography and advanced contrast media studies.  Topics included are imaging techniques as applied to angiography and DSA, interventional procedures, digital acquisition, computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, cross-sectional anatomy.

This course requires the completion of the competency requirements as specified by the Radiologic Technology Board of X-Ray Examiners and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiological Technology.  There is an emphasis on the assessment of performance competency and the student's mastery of clinical objectives.  Terminal Competency Evaluations are to be completed prior to completion of the course.  Continued development of the student's professional work ethic is required.

A continued analysis of the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist Content Specifications for the Examination in Radiography.  An explanation of the application process for both certification and licensure are provided.  This course utilizes simulated testing, computerized review, and problem solving.