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SPECIFIC PROGRAM
STANDARDS |
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Standard Number: RT04-02-01 (Admission Requirements)
Statewide admission requirements are implemented for the Radiologic Technology, Diploma program.
Admission refers to regular admission into an diploma program.
Statewide program admission requirements consider state and national occupational licensing and certifying requirements, where applicable. The institution develops and implements clearly stated diploma program admissions policies and procedures.
Admission requirements are related to the functions of the Radiologic Technology, Diploma profession.
The institution develops, implements, and publishes clearly stated Radiologic Technology, Diploma program admission and advanced placement policies and procedures.
The requirements for admission to the Radiologic Technology, Diploma program are:
a.
attainment
of 18 or more years of age;
b.
documentation
of high school graduation or High School Equivalency Certificate;
c.
Achievement
of minimum regular admission scores on tests of reading, language, and math as
specified in GADTAE document minimum program entrance scores;
d.
documentation
of physical examination; and
e.
completion
of application and related procedures
Admission of transfer students to the Radiologic Technology program is contingent upon their meeting the following requirements:
a.
regular
admission and good standing at a regionally accredited diploma or degree
granting institution; and
b.
proper completion
of application and related procedures.
Standard Number: RT04-02-04 (Provisional Admission Requirements)
Statewide provisional admission requirements are implemented for the Radiologic Technology, Diploma program.
Provisional admission is granted to qualified students who do not meet the regular admission requirements of the program.
Provisionally admitted students are allowed to take developmental studies courses and/or certain occupational courses as designated in the course sequence standard.
The institution develops, implements, and publishes clearly stated policies and procedures for entry into programs on a provisional basis.
Provisional admission to the Radiologic Technology, Diploma program is afforded those students who do not meet program requirements but do meet provisional admission requirements.
The requirements for provisional admission to the Radiologic Technology, Diploma program are:
a.
attainment
of 18 or more years of age:
b.
Achievement
of minimum regular admission scores on tests of reading, language, and math as
specified in GADTAE document Minimum Program Entrance scores; or recommendation
by program faculty and designated admissions personnel on the basis of
interview and assessment of student potential;
c.
documentation
of a physical examination; and
d.
completion
of application and related procedures
All Radiologic Technology, Diploma program students initially admitted on a provisional basis meet regular admission requirements prior to graduation.
Provisionally admitted students whose English, math, and/or reading achievement levels do not meet regular program admission requirements are required to enroll in developmental studies courses approved by the State Board of Technical and Adult Education.
Standard Number: RT04-03-02 (Program Numbering System)
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A Program Major Code of RT04 and a Program CIP Code of 510911 are applied to the Radiologic Technology, Diploma program. |
Assignment of a statewide Program Major Code RT04 and Program CIP Code 510911 to the Program Title, Radiologic Technology, Diploma program is the basis from which statewide programmatic consistency is developed.
Each degree/diploma/certificate program complies with the assigned Program Major Code(s) established in the relevant program-specific standards of the State Board of Technical and Adult Education.
Each authorized degree/diploma/certificate program is assigned a Program Major Code and Program CIP Code.
Each degree/diploma/certificate program having a given Program Major Code is consistent with all other programs throughout the state that have the same Program Major Code.
Degree/diploma/certificate programs having multiple specializations are assigned a Specialization Major Code and Specialization CIP Code for each option.
Standard Number: RT04-03-03 (Program Consistency and Sequence)
The Radiologic Technology, Diploma program utilizes essential course components consistent with statewide program requirements. Specific course alphanumeric identification Codes are assigned to each course. Students are required to progress through two course categories in a developmentally valid sequence.
Programs are assigned an identical Major Code RT04 and are consistent statewide. Each specific course is assigned an alphanumeric descriptor that serves as a statewide course identification code.
The Radiologic Technology, Diploma program is assigned a Major Code of RT04, and utilizes essential components designated for that program number statewide. Program components include, but are not limited to:
Radiologic Technology, Diploma
The Radiologic
Technology program is a sequence of courses that prepares students for
positions in Radiologic departments and related businesses and industries.
Learning opportunities develop academic, technical, and professional knowledge
and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The
program emphasizes a combination of didactic and clinical instruction necessary
for successful employment. Program graduates receive a Radiologic Technology
diploma, have the qualifications of a radiographer, and are eligible to sit for
a national certification examination for radiographers.
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General Core Course Title |
Class |
D. |
P. |
Weekly |
Credit |
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English [P]
ENG 097 or approved DTAE admission scores and RDG 097 or approved DTAE
entrance score |
5 |
0 |
0 |
5 |
5 |
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Algebraic Concepts [P]
MAT 098 or approved DTAE entrance scores. |
5 |
0 |
0 |
5 |
5 |
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Interpersonal Relations
and Professional Development [P]
Provisional Admission |
3 |
0 |
0 |
3 |
3 |
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Minimum Required Hours: |
13 |
0 |
0 |
13 |
13 |
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Course |
Occupational Course Title |
Class |
D. |
P. |
Weekly |
Credit |
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Anatomy
and Physiology [P]
Program admission |
5 |
0 |
0 |
5 |
5 |
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Introduction
to Healthcare [P]
Provisional admission |
2 |
0 |
3 |
5 |
3 |
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Introduction
to Radiology [P]
Program admission level reading and math competency |
4 |
2 |
0 |
6 |
5 |
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Body,
Trunk, and Upper Extremity Procedures [P]
AHS 101, RAD 101 |
2 |
0 |
3 |
5 |
3 |
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Lower
extremity and Spine Procedure [P]
RAD 101 |
2 |
0 |
3 |
5 |
3 |
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Principles
of Radiographic Exposure I [P]
RAD 101 |
3 |
0 |
3 |
6 |
4 |
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Contrast
Procedures [P]
RAD 101 |
2 |
2 |
0 |
4 |
3 |
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Cranium
Procedures [P]
RAD 101, RAD 104 |
1 |
2 |
0 |
3 |
2 |
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Principles
of Radiographic Procedures II [P]
RAD 107 |
3 |
0 |
0 |
3 |
3 |
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Radiographic
Imaging Equipment [P]
RAD 116 |
3 |
0 |
3 |
6 |
4 |
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Radiographic
Pathology and Medical Terminology [P]
AHS 101 |
3 |
0 |
0 |
3 |
3 |
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Principles
of Radiation Biology and Protection [P]
Program admission-level math and English competency |
5 |
0 |
0 |
5 |
5 |
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Radiologic
Science [P/C]
MAT 103 |
5 |
0 |
0 |
5 |
5 |
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Radiologic
Technology Review [P/C]
RAD 134, RAD 138 |
4 |
0 |
0 |
4 |
4 |
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Clinical
Radiography I [P]
Program admission [P/C]
RAD 103 or RAD 108 |
0 |
2 |
12 |
14 |
5 |
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Clinical
Radiography II [P]
RAD 101, RAD 132 |
0 |
0 |
21 |
21 |
7 |
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Clinical
Radiography III [P]
RAD 101 |
0 |
0 |
21 |
21 |
7 |
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Clinical
Radiography IV [P]
RAD 101 |
0 |
0 |
21 |
21 |
7 |
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Clinical
Radiography V [P]
RAD 135 |
0 |
0 |
21 |
21 |
7 |
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Clinical
Radiography VI [P]
RAD 136 [P/C]
RAD 120 |
0 |
4 |
24 |
28 |
10 |
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Clinical
Radiography VII [P/C]
RAD 120, RAD 137 |
0 |
4 |
24 |
28 |
10 |
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Introduction
to Microcomputers [P]
Provisional admission |
1 |
4 |
0 |
5 |
3 |
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Minimum Required Hours: |
45 |
20 |
159 |
224 |
108 |
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Radiologic Technology, Diploma
121 minimum quarter hours credit required for graduation
Accreditation and Certification
The Radiologic Technology, Diploma program must conform to the institutional accreditation requirements of the Council on Occupational Education (COE) or the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (COC).
This program addresses the requirements stated in the Curriculum Guide for Radiography Programs (1993 or current edition), published by The American Society of Radiologic Technologists.
The Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiological Technology accredits Radiologic Technology programs.
Radiologic
Technology, Diploma Program Curriculum Model
The standard curriculum for Radiologic Technology, Diploma program is set up on the quarter system. A suggested sequence for the program is given below with area of specialization. Technical institutes may implement the Radiologic Technology, Diploma program by using the sequences listed below or by using a locally developed sequence designed to reflect course prerequisites and/or corequisites.
First Quarter
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Course Code |
Course Name |
Class Hours |
D. |
P. OBI Hours |
Weekly Contact Hours |
Credit Hours |
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AHS 101 |
Anatomy
and Physiology |
5 |
0 |
0 |
5 |
5 |
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ENG 101 |
English |
5 |
0 |
0 |
5 |
5 |
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MAT 103 |
Algebraic
Concepts |
5 |
0 |
0 |
5 |
5 |
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RAD 101 |
Introduction
to Radiology |
4 |
2 |
0 |
6 |
5 |
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Total |
19 |
2 |
0 |
21 |
20 |
Second Quarter
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Course Code |
Course Name |
Class Hours |
D. |
P. OBI Hours |
Weekly Contact Hours |
Credit Hours |
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RAD 103 |
Body,
Trunk and Upper Extremity Procedures |
2 |
0 |
3 |
5 |
3 |
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RAD 106 |
Lower
Extremity and Spine Procedures |
2 |
0 |
3 |
5 |
3 |
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RAD 107 |
Principles
of Radiographic Exposure I |
3 |
0 |
3 |
6 |
4 |
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RAD 132 |
Clinical
Radiography I |
0 |
2 |
12 |
14 |
5 |
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Total |
7 |
2 |
21 |
30 |
15 |
Third Quarter
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Course Code |
Course Name |
Class Hours |
D. |
P. OBI Hours |
Weekly Contact Hours |
Credit Hours |
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RAD 109 |
Contrast
Procedures |
2 |
2 |
0 |
4 |
3 |
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RAD 116 |
Principles
of Radiographic Exposure II |
3 |
0 |
0 |
3 |
3 |
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RAD 123 |
Radiologic
Science |
5 |
0 |
0 |
5 |
5 |
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RAD 133 |
Clinical
Radiography I |
0 |
0 |
21 |
21 |
7 |
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Total |
10 |
2 |
21 |
33 |
18 |
Fourth Quarter
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Course Code |
Course Name |
Class Hours |
D. |
P. OBI Hours |
Weekly Contact Hours |
Credit Hours |
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RAD 113 |
Cranium Procedures |
1 |
2 |
0 |
3 |
2 |
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RAD 119 |
Radiographic
Pathology and Medical Terminology |
3 |
0 |
0 |
3 |
3 |
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RAD 134 |
Clinical
Radiography IIII |
0 |
0 |
21 |
21 |
7 |
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SCT 100 |
Introduction
to Microcomputers |
1 |
4 |
0 |
5 |
3 |
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Total |
5 |
6 |
21 |
32 |
15 |
Fifth Quarter
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Course Code |
Course Name |
Class Hours |
D. |
P. OBI Hours |
Weekly Contact Hours |
Credit Hours |
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AHS 104 |
Introduction to Health Care |
2 |
0 |
3 |
5 |
3 |
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RAD 117 |
Radiographic Imaging Equipment |
3 |
0 |
3 |
6 |
4 |
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RAD 135 |
Clinical Radiography IV |
0 |
0 |
21 |
21 |
7 |
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Total |
5 |
0 |
27 |
32 |
14 |
Sixth Quarter
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Course Code |
Course Name |
Class Hours |
D. |
P. OBI Hours |
Weekly Contact Hours |
Credit Hours |
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RAD 120 |
Principles
of Radiation Biology and Protection |
5 |
0 |
0 |
5 |
5 |
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RAD 136 |
Clinical
Radiography V |
0 |
0 |
21 |
21 |
7 |
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Total |
5 |
0 |
21 |
26 |
12 |
Seventh Quarter
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Course Code |
Course Name |
Class Hours |
D. |
P. OBI Hours |
Weekly Contact Hours |
Credit Hours |
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RAD 137 |
Clinical
Radiography VI |
0 |
4 |
24 |
28 |
10 |
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EMP 100 |
Interpersonal
Relations and Professional Development |
3 |
0 |
0 |
3 |
3 |
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Total |
3 |
4 |
24 |
31 |
13 |
Eighth Quarter
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Course Code |
Course Name |
Class Hours |
D. |
P. OBI Hours |
Weekly Contact Hours |
Credit Hours |
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RAD 126 |
Radiology
Technology Review |
4 |
0 |
0 |
4 |
4 |
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RAD 138 |
Clinical
Radiography VII |
0 |
4 |
24 |
28 |
10 |
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Total |
4 |
4 |
24 |
32 |
14 |
Radiologic Technology, Diploma