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, McGill
Teaching Technologists: Platt
Adjunct Associate Professor: Perry

PROGRAMS OFFERED:

Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Sciences
Certificate Program in Radiologic Technology

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, and computed tomography. 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 bachelorÆs degree requires an additional four semesters beyond the certificate program for completion. Following the completion of the bachelorÆs degree and appropriate clinical experience, students may seek advanced certification through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.

REQUIREMENTS FOR COMPLETION OF THE 24-MONTH CERTIFICATE PROGRAM IN RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY

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.

In addition, transfer students are required to demonstrate their writing competency according to University policy as outlined in this Bulletin.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR CERTIFICATE PROGRAM

1. Completion of a standard application for admission as required by the University along with the appropriate application fee.

2. Completion of Department of Radiologic Sciences application.
   Application deadline: May 31.

3. All applicants must take the American College Test (A.C.T.) or have an equivalent S.A.T. score regardless of previous educational background.

4. Submit three letters of recommendation.

5. Personal interview with members of the Radiologic Sciences Admissions Committee.

6. 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.

7. 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:

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

1. Completed departmental application form and submission of transcripts no later than June 30 of the year for which admission is requested.

2. Review of Radiologic Sciences course work.

3. Number of clinical placements available.

GENERAL COURSE REQUIREMENTS
The Degree of Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Sciences requires 52/54 semester hours beyond the 90 semester hour certificate program for a total of 142/144 semester hours. Of the 52/54 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 20/22 semester hours are derived from advanced radiologic science courses and an optional concentration in management.

Students must 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.

REQUIREMENTS FOR THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN RADIOLOGIC SCIENCES
Requirements for the degree of Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Sciences include 142/144 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 (20/22 hours)

Choose two courses in one imaging specialty and two in another; 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 320, 322, 324, 332, 333, 351, 451, 452, 453, 454, 455, 456, 457, 459, 460, 465)

III.General Studies

CURRICULUM FOR CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
First Year
Fall

Spring

Summer

Second Year
Fall

Spring

Summer

CURRICULUM (ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS) FOR BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN RADIOLOGIC SCIENCES
Fall

Spring

Summer

FALL

Descriptions of all Radiologic Sciences(RAD) courses

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