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RT 101 Introduction to Radiologic Technology
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2 semester hours
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(2 hours theory per week) This course is designed to provide the student
with information regarding the radiologic technology profession. Cognitive
information related to ethics, law, radiation protection and basic departmental
procedures are presented to ensure safe clinical practice. Professional
development and lifelong learning will be emphasized by introducing the
students to various organizations and agencies.
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RT 103 Medical Terminology
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1 semester hour
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(1 hour theory per week) This course introduces the students to medical
terminology utilizing word-building methodologies. The students will study
various root words, prefixes, suffixes and connectors and develop their skills
of analyzing, synthesizing, writing and communicating terminology pertinent to
all health science-related disciplines.
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RT 105 Patient Care
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2 semester hours
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(2 hours theory and 1 hour laboratory per week) This course presents the theoretical base for
patient care skills and techniques unique to professional radiographers.
Laboratory experiences will expand these theoretical foundations by
incorporating psychomotor skills in a simulated and/or actual clinical setting.
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RT 110 Radiographic Procedures I and Lab
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3 semester hours Theory and 1 semester hour Lab
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(3 hours theory and 2 hours laboratory per week) This course is the first part of a three-fold
radiographic procedures course. Part I of this course is designed to provide
the students with the necessary theory, concepts and psychomotor experiences
needed to perform specific diagnostic procedures. Patient positioning,
equipment manipulation, appropriate patient care techniques and critique of
radiographic images are presented in this course. The body areas to be addressed
in Part I include upper extremities, shoulder girdle, lower extremities,
pelvis, chest, bony thorax, abdomen and spine.
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RT 120
Radiographic Exposures I and Lab
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3
semester hours Theory and 1 semester hour Lab
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(3 hours
theory and 1 hour laboratory per week)
This two-fold course focuses on the theory, application and evaluation of the
instrumentation and operation of radiographic equipment. Part I emphasizes the
factors that produce and control radiographic images. Both film screen and
digital technology will be covered.
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RT 130
Radiographic Exposures II and Lab
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2
semester hours Theory and 1 semester hour Lab
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(2 hours
theory and 1 hour laboratory per week)
Part II is a continuation of RT 120 and emphasizes the various equipment and
electronics involved in the production, use, control and evaluation of
radiographic images. Darkroom processing and quality control will be explored.
Prerequisite: RT 120.
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RT 140
Radiographic Procedures II and Lab
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3
semester hours Theory and 1 semester hour Lab
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(3 hours
theory and 2 hours laboratory per week) This course is the second part of a three-fold radiographic
procedures course. Part II continues with headwork and the student will also be
introduced to contrast and/or fluoroscopic procedures that evaluate the biliary
system, upper and lower gastrointestinal system and urinary system.
Prerequisite: RT 110.
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RT 245
Radiographic Procedures III
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2
semester hours
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This course is the third part of a three-fold
radiographic procedures course. Part III provides the student with an
understanding of the more advanced and complex diagnostic procedures. The
course will address procedures such as, but not limited to myelography,
arthrography, venography and hysterosalpingography. The student will also be
exposed to the various specialty imaging areas that interact with radiology.
Prerequisites: RT 110 and RT 140.
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RT 250
Radiographic Pathology
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2
semester hours
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(2 hours
theory per week) The course
presents principles of pathology and the radiographic appearances of specific
diseases. An understanding of disease processes can aid the technologist in
selecting proper techniques and in determining the need for repeating a
radiograph that might be acceptable under different circumstances. This knowledge
will aid the Radiologic Technologist to become a more competent professional
and a contributing member to the diagnostic imaging team.
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RT 260
Radiation Physics
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2
semester hours
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(2 hours
theory per week) This course is an
in-depth study of the physics and electronics involved in the production, use
and control of the various electromagnetic energies used in medical and
diagnostic applications. The students will benefit from studying, examining and
manipulating actual equipment components that facilitate comprehension of
difficult concepts and applications.
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RT 265
Clinical Experience I
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4
semester hours
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(40 hours
clinical experience per week for 7 weeks) This course provides the student the opportunity to apply concepts
learned in their first year of coursework in the performance of radiologic
activities in the clinical setting. The student will be required to prove
competency in prescribed examinations.
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RT 270
Radiation Biology
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2
semester hours
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(2 hours
theory per week) This course is a
study and analysis of the effects of various types of electromagnetic
radiations and their effects on living tissues. The students will learn why
they should and how they can protect themselves, their patients and others from
various forms of ionizing radiation used in diagnostic and therapeutic medical
applications.
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RT 275 Clinical Experience II
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8 semester hours
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(40 hours clinical experience per week for 15
weeks) This course is a
continuation of RT 265. The students will begin to refine skills learned in the
previous clinical course, while expanding their expertise with additional
procedures. The student will be expected to become more independent in
performing imaging procedures. Additional competencies and re-checks will be
required in prescribed examinations.
Prerequisites: RT 265.
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RT 276 Pharmacology for Radiologic Technologists
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2 semester hours
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(2 hours theory per week) This course introduces the students to the basic
concepts of pharmacology, including legal and ethical issues surrounding the
administration of these agents. Venipuncture, administration of diagnostic
agents, intravenous medications and the appropriate patient care during
delivery will be addressed. Various contrast agents and other pharmacological
agents utilized in the diagnostic imaging department will be discussed.
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RT 285 Clinical Experience III
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6 semester hours
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(40 hours clinical experience per week for 11 weeks
and 30 hours classroom instruction for one additional week) This course is a continuation of RT 275 and
provides the student the opportunity to exercise independent judgment and
discretion in the technical performance of medical imaging procedures. Students
are expected to complete all required competencies in this rotation. The final
section of clinical education ensures that the student is ready for employment.
At the end of the clinical experience, all students are required to attend
on-campus review sections (1 week/6 hours per day) that will prepare them for
the ARRT examination. The required one-week review session will be utilized in
calculating the cognitive portion of the student's grade for RT 285.
Prerequisite: RT 265
and RT 275.
