Program Overview

Program Learning Outcomes

Students completing this program will be able to:

• Select and manipulate appropriate technical factors for examinations, both routine and non-routine.
• Apply correct positioning skills.
• Pass the ARRT national certification on the first attempt.
• Use effective written and oral communication skills with clinical staff and patients.

Program Overview

The Radiologic Technology program offers a comprehensive curriculum leading to an AS degree and qualifications for employment in medical facilities throughout the country. Students participate in classroom instruction and clinical education in our affiliated hospitals. Program graduates must take the licensure examination required by the State of California and the certification examination given by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.

Requirements

AS Degree Requirements Major: Core and Selective Requirements

Complete Core Courses, 70.5 units* | Units
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PHYS 405 | Applied Radiographic Physics | 3 units
RADT 400 | Orientation to Radiologic Technology | 2 units
RADT 408 | Perspectives in Radiology | 1.5 units
RADT 410 | Radiographic Positioning | 4 units
RADT 415 | Radiation Protection and Biology | 3 units
RADT 418 | Clinical Education I RADT 418, 428, 438, 448, 458, 468 Clinical Education I-VI (total approx. 1900 hours) | 4.5 units
RADT 420 | Radiographic Positioning II | 4 units
RADT 428 | Clinical Education II | 6.5 units
RADT 430 | Principles of Radiographic Image Production | 3.5 units
RADT 435 | Imaging Equipment and Quality Control | 1.5 units
RADT 438 | Clinical Education III | 4.5 units
RADT 440 | Advanced Imaging Modalities & Specialized Procedures | 4 units
RADT 441 | Sectional Anatomy | 1.5 units
RADT 442 | Radiographic Pathology | 1.5 units
RADT 448 | Clinical Education IV | 9.5 units
RADT 450 | Registry Review | 1.5 units
RADT 458 | Clinical Education V | 9 units
RADT 468 | Clinical Education VI | 4.5 units
RADT 474 | Venipuncture for Contrast Media Administration | 1 unit

RADT 418, 428, 438, 448, 458, 468 Clinical Education I-VI (total approx. 1912 hours) A grade of C or better is necessary for progression in the sequence. Students must obtain current certification in CPR for health care providers.

Total Required Major Units: 70.5

General Education Coursework and Electives

• Complete required General Education coursework and electives as needed to meet the Associate degree requirements.
• It is recommended that the majority of the General Education requirements for the AS degree be completed prior to entry to the program.

Additional Information

• Please refer to the AA/AS Degree Requirements for more information.