| 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, 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, 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 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.
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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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, 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.
- Personal interview with members of the Radiologic Sciences
Admissions Committee.
- 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.
- 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 |
$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 of Radiologic Sciences course work.
- 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:
- Successful completion of the Radiologic
Sciences Certificate Program or equivalent (90 hours)
- Imaging Speciality Electives and Management
Option (20/22 hours)
Choose two courses in one imaging speciality and two in another: Four management courses
may be substituted for one of the two semester imaging speciality 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)
- 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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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
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
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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 Statistics
RAD Imaging Specialty Elect
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4
3
3
5
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15 |
Spring
BLY 102 or 122
RAD Imaging Specialty Elect
RAD/MGT Imaging Specialty Elect or Management
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4
5
5/6
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14/15 |
Summer
HY 101 or 235
EH 215 or 225 or 235
PSY 120
RAD/MGT Imaging Specialty Elect or Management
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3
3
3
5/6
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14/15 |
Fall
HY 102 or 236
EH 216 or 226 or 236
SY 109
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3
3
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Descriptions of all Radiologic Sciences (RAD) Courses
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