| DEPARTMENT
OF RADIOLOGIC SCIENCES
Chair: Charles W. Newell (434-3456)
Medical Advisor: Steven K. Teplick
Associate Professor: Newell
Clinical Assistant Professor: Durick
Clinical Instructors: Jalkh, Naylor, Pohlmann
Teaching Technologists: Abbott, Platt
Adjunct Associate Professor: Perry
PROGRAMS OFFERED:
Certificate Program in Radiologic Technology
Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Sciences
The Department of Radiologic Sciences prepares
students for careers in diagnostic imaging. Although most graduates seek
employment as diagnostic radiographers, many choose to specialize in
advanced imaging modalities, such as mammography, magnetic resonance
imaging, vascular radiography, computed tomography, and ultrasound. To meet
these diverse needs, the Department of Radiologic Sciences offers a
Certificate Program in Radiologic Technology and a Bachelor of Science
Degree in Radiologic Sciences. The programs are described as follows:
CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
The certificate program requires twenty-four months
for completion. Students attend two academic years and two summer sessions.
The program is fully accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education
in Radiologic Technology. Upon completion of the prescribed courses,
students are eligible to write the American Registry of Radiologic
Technologists Examination for licensure as Radiologic Technologists.
Students graduating from the certificate program and
Registered Radiographers who are graduates of other college-level accredited
programs may continue their education and complete a Bachelor of Science
Degree in Radiologic Sciences. The baccalaureate program is designed to
provide graduates of the certificate program with an opportunity to expand
their career opportunities in radiology as administrators, educators, and
advanced imaging specialists. The bachelor’s degree requires an additional
four semesters beyond the certificate program for completion. Following the
completion of the bachelor’s degree and appropriate clinical experience,
students may seek advanced certification through the American Registry of
Radiologic Technologists or American Registry of Diagnostic Medical
Sonographers.
REQUIREMENTS FOR
COMPLETION OF THE 24-MONTH CERTIFICATE PROGRAM IN RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY
CA 110
BLY 151, 152
EH 101, 102
MA 112
CIS 150
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6
3
3
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67 semester hours of Radiologic Sciences
courses including the following: RAD 101, 104, 107, 108, 109, 131, 201,
204, 215, 218, 265, 305, 306, 311, 320, 324, 335, 337, 394.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
FOR CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
- Completion of a standard application for admission as
required by the University along with the appropriate application fee.
- Completion of Department of Radiologic Sciences
application. Application deadline: May 31.
- All applicants must take the American College Test
(ACT) or have an equivalent SAT score regardless of previous
educational background.
- Submit three letters of recommendation.
- Prospective students will be required to spend four
hours in the Department of Radiology at a designated hospital prior to
reporting for the personal interview. Appointments must be made
through the Department of Radiologic Sciences at (334)434-3456.
- Personal interview with members of the Radiologic
Sciences Admissions Committee.
- Applicants will be screened on the basis of past
educational performance and potential for the number of clinical
openings available. Therefore, acceptance into the University does not
guarantee admission into the program.
Special Lab Fees:
Special lab fees are assessed for the following courses:
RAD 131
RAD 201
RAD 417
RAD 418
RAD 419
RAD 430 |
$15.00
$15.00
$15.00
$15.00
$15.00
$15.00 |
THE
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN RADIOLOGIC SCIENCES PROGRAM
Enrollment in the Advanced Imaging course work is
limited; thus, students should contact the department concerning the
application process.
ADMISSION CRITERIA
- Completed departmental application form and
submission of transcripts no later than June 30 of the year for which
admission is requested.
- Review and successful completion of Radiologic
Sciences course work.
- Number of clinical placements available.
GENERAL COURSE
REQUIREMENTS
The Degree of Bachelor of Science
in Radiologic Sciences requires 52/57 semester hours beyond the 90 semester
hour certificate program for a total of 142/147 semester hours. Of the 52/57
additional semester hours required for the Bachelor’s degree, 32 hours are
derived from the humanities, social sciences, fine arts, mathematical and
natural sciences. The remaining 20/25 semester hours are derived from
advanced radiologic science courses and an optional concentration in
management.
Students may complete two semesters (10 semester hours)
in one elective specialty area and two semesters (10 semester hours) in
another specialty area. However, those students desiring a concentration
in management may substitute 12 semester hours from courses in the
Department of Management for one of the 10 semester hours required in the
specialty area of Radiologic Sciences. For students choosing ultrasound as
the specialty area, no other specialty area is required.
REQUIREMENTS FOR THE
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN RADIOLOGIC SCIENCES
Requirements for the degree of Bachelor of Science in
Radiologic Sciences include 142/147 credit hours as specified in Roman
Numerals I, II, and III below:
I. Successful completion of the Radiologic
Sciences Certificate Program or equivalent (90 hours)
II. Imaging Specialty Electives and Management
Option (20/25 hours)
Choose two courses in one imaging specialty and two in
another, unless ultrasound is the chosen specialty, then it is the only
specialty. Four management courses may be substituted for one of the two
semester imaging specialty options:
Vascular Radiography (RAD 401, 402)
Computerized Tomography (RAD 405, 406)
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (RAD 409, 410)
Mammography (RAD 413, 414)
Management (MGT 300, 305, 310, 311, 340, 351, 451, 452, 454, 455, 460,
465)
Ultrasound (RAD 417,418,419, 421, 423, 424, 425, 427)
III. General Studies
EH 215, 216 or 225, 226 or 235, 236
ST 210
HY 101, 102 or 235, 236
MUL 101, ARH 100, ARS 101, DRA 110
PSY 120
SY 109
BLY 101, 102 or 121, 122
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3
6
3
3
3
8
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CURRICULUM
FOR CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
First Year
| Fall |
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Spring |
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Summer |
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EH 101
BLY 151
RAD 101
RAD 104
RAD 107
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3
4
4
3
1
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15 |
EH 102
BLY 152
MA 112
RAD 108
RAD 131
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3
4
3
1
4
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15 |
CA 110
CIS 150 or 110
RAD 109
RAD 215
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3
3
4
4
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14 |
Second Year
| Fall |
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Spring |
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Summer |
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RAD 201
RAD 204
RAD 218
RAD 265
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6
4
4
2
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16 |
RAD 305
RAD 311
RAD 324
RAD 335
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4
4
6
2
==
16 |
RAD 306
RAD 320
RAD 337
RAD 394
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5
2
5
2
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14 |
CURRICULUM
(ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS) FOR BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN RADIOLOGIC SCIENCES
Fall
BLY 101 or 121
MUL 100, ARH 100, ARS 101, DRA 110
ST 210 or BUS 245
RAD Imaging Specialty Elective or Ultrasound Track
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4
3
3
5/10
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15/20 |
Spring
BLY 102 or 122
RAD Imaging Specialty Elect
RAD Imaging Specialty Elect or
MGT Management Option and
MGT Management Option or
RAD Ultrasound Track
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4
5
5/6
7
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11/14/15 |
Summer
HY 101 or 235
EH 215 or 225 or 235
PSY 120
RAD Imaging Specialty Elect or
MGT Management Option and
MGT Management Option or
RAD Ultrasound Track
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3
3
3
5/6
8
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14/15/17 |
Fall
HY 102 or 236
EH 216 or 226 or 236
SY 109
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3
3
3
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Descriptions of all Radiologic Sciences (RAD) Courses
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