The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Radiologic Technology is a full-time program providing educational activities preparing its graduates for certification, licensure, and employment as radiographers in the healthcare community. Graduates may also advance in their profession by pursuing continuing education, additional certifications, or a bachelor's and/or master's degree in a related field.
Radiologic technologists are the health care professionals who use medical imaging equipment to perform x-ray examinations in a variety of settings including, but not limited to, hospitals, physician's offices, clinics, medical imaging centers, surgical centers, and mobile imaging agencies. Technologists work in collaboration with other medical professionals to ensure high quality outcomes for the patient experience.
The Radiologic Technology program is an intensive, rigorous course of study with hands-on clinical experiences. Students will perform patient care and are educated in anatomy, physiology, math, physics, patient positioning, examination techniques, equipment protocols, radiation safety, and radiation protection. Students in the program will be exposed to blood-borne pathogens and infectious diseases.
The Radiologic Technology program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) and graduates are eligible to apply for admission to the certification exam administered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). Visit www.jrcert.org for more information. Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology 20 N. Wacker Drive, Suite 2850 Chicago, IL 60606-3182 Phone: (312) 704-5300 | Fax: (312) 704-5304 | mail@jrcert.org | www.jrcert.org.
Details
Important information you’ll need when applying for admission:Students must earn a grade of C or better for all courses required within the program.
Students must complete the following general education and introductory courses with a 3.0 GPA to be added to the queue of those waiting for an available cohort space to begin the core curriculum: BIO201, BIO202, (COM100 or COM110 or COM230), (CRE101 or equivalent by assessment), (ENG101 or ENG107), (ENG102 or ENG108), any approved general education course in the Social-Behavioral Sciences area, any approved general education course in the Humanities, Arts, and Design area, (MAT15+ or any approved general education course in the Mathematics area for which MAT15+ is a prerequisite).
After acceptance into the program and before the start of required courses in the Fall semester, students must complete the following courses in the Spring:
+ RAD100 Introduction to Radiologic Science and Health Care 3
+ RAD101 Ethics and Law in the Radiologic Sciences 1
This pathway map will help you gain the expertise needed to:
- Demonstrate accurate radiographic positioning.
- Use effective judgement to administer radiation safely.
- Demonstrate effective interpersonal communication skills in a dynamic health care environment.
- Use writing skills in accordance with the professional conventions within the field.
- Evaluate scholarly resources to support evidence-based practice.
- Adjust to changes in situations and patient conditions that deviate from the normal routine.
- Collaborate effectively with diverse individuals.
- Demonstrate self-efficacy to inform their professional practice.
Successful completion of this degree may lead to employment in a variety of different occupations and industries. Below are examples of related occupations with associated Maricopa County-based annual median wages* for this degree. Education requirements vary for the occupations listed below, so you may need further education or degrees in order to qualify for some of these jobs and earn the related salaries. Please visit with an academic advisor and/or program director for additional information. You can click on any occupation to view the detail regarding education level, wages, and employment information.
Radiologic Technologists
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1. Formal application and admission to the program.
2. Background check requirements: Admission to an Allied Health program requires that students be in compliance with the Maricopa County Community College District Background Check Standards. Upon conditional program enrollment, the student must comply with all requirements of the MCCCD Background Check Policy.
3. Clinical Health and Safety Requirements must be met prior to enrollment in any program of study course. Upon conditional program enrollment, the student must comply with all requirements of the MCCCD Clinical Health and Safety Policy and drug testing protocols.
4. Inability to comply with background check requirements and/or clinical health and safety requirements at the start of classes may result in cancellation of enrollment.
5. There are limited spaces available in the Radiologic Technology program. Only students who have completed all of the general education courses noted above may have their name added to the queue of those waiting for an available space in a cohort.
The general education courses listed in Terms 1, 2, and 3 must be completed before students are eligible to apply to the program and be placed in the Radiologic Technology queue. Students must earn a GPA of 3.0 or better in these general education courses required by the program.
The following is the suggested course sequence by term. Please keep in mind:
- Students should meet with an academic advisor to develop an individual education plan that meets their academic and career goals. Use the Pathway Planner tool in your Student Center to manage your plan.
- The course sequence is laid out by suggested term and may be affected when students enter the program at different times of the year.
- Initial course placement is determined by current district placement measures and/or completion of 100-200 level course and/or program requirements.
- Degree and transfer seeking students may be required to successfully complete a MCCCD First Year Experience Course (FYE) within the first two semesters at a MCCCD College. Courses include FYE101 and FYE103. Course offerings will vary by college. See an academic, program, or faculty advisor for details.
- Consult with your faculty mentor or academic advisor to determine educational requirements, including possible university transfer options, for your chosen career field.
Full-time Sequence
Full-time status is 12 credits to 18 credits per semester.
Fall Semester (Term 1)
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIO201 | Human Anatomy and Physiology I | Critical course | SG | 4 | |
| ENG101 or ENG107 | First-Year Composition or First-Year Composition for ESL | Critical course | FYC | 3 | |
| COM100 or COM110 or COM230 | Introduction to Human Communication or Interpersonal Communication or Small Group Communication | SB | 3 | ||
| SB | Social & Behavioral Sciences | SB | 3 | ||
| FYE101 or FYE103 | Introduction to College, Career and Personal Success or Exploration of College, Career and Personal Success | 1–3 | |||
| After acceptance into the program and before the start of required courses in the Fall semester, students must complete the following courses in the Spring: | |||||
Spring Semester (Term 2)
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIO202 | Human Anatomy and Physiology II | Critical course | SG | 4 | |
| CRE101 | College Critical Reading and Critical Thinking | L | 0–3 | ||
| MAT150 or MAT151 or MAT152 or MAT155 or MAT156 | College Algebra/Functions or College Algebra/Functions or College Algebra/Functions or College Algebra/Functions with Review or College Algebra/Functions with Review | OR Any approved general education course in the Mathematical Applications [MA] area for which MAT15+ is a prerequisite (3-6) | MA | 3–6 | |
| ENG102 or ENG108 | First-Year Composition or First-Year Composition for ESL | FYC | 3 |
Fall Semester (Term 3)
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RAD100 | Introduction to Radiologic Science and Health Care | Gateway course | 3 | ||
| RAD101 | Ethics and Law in the Radiologic Sciences | 1 | |||
| RAD102 | Structured Diagnostic Medical Imaging Skills Enhancement I | 1 | |||
| RAD103 | Radiation Protection in Radiologic Technology | 2 | |||
| RAD104 | Imaging Equipment | 2 | |||
| HU | Humanities, Fine Arts & Design | HU | 3 | ||
| HCC/RES109 | CPR for Health Care Provider | Students must maintain a current CPR Certification throughout the program. Specific requirements for this certification will be shared as part of the program orientation. | 0–0.5 |
Spring Semester (Term 4)
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RAD105 | Radiation Production and Principles of Exposure | 2.5 | |||
| RAD106 | Patient Care in Radiologic Sciences I | 2.5 | |||
| RAD107 | Radiographic Procedures I | Critical course | 3 | ||
| RAD109 | Radiography Practicum I | Critical course | 3.5 | ||
| RAD112 | Structured Diagnostic Medical Imaging Skills Enhancement II | 1 |
Fall Semester (Term 5)
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RAD114 | Digital Image Acquisition and Display I | 2 | |||
| RAD116 | Patient Care in Radiologic Sciences II | 2.5 | |||
| RAD117 | Radiographic Procedures II | 3 | |||
| RAD119 | Radiography Practicum II | Critical course | 6 |
Spring Semester (Term 6)
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RAD203 | Radiation Biology | 2 | |||
| RAD206 | Pharmacology and Venipuncture | 1 | |||
| RAD207 | Radiographic Procedures III | 3 | |||
| RAD208 | Image Analysis I | 1 | |||
| RAD209 | Radiography Practicum III | 5 |
Fall Semester (Term 7)
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RAD212 | Structured Diagnostic Medical Imaging Skills Enhancement III | 1 | |||
| RAD214 | Digital Image Acquisition and Display II | 2 | |||
| RAD217 | Radiographic Pathology and Additional Modalities | 2 | |||
| RAD218 | Image Analysis II | 1 | |||
| RAD219 | Radiography Practicum IV | 5 | |||
| ICE/DMI/DMS220 or ICE250 | Sectional Anatomy or Mammography | Optional course. Speak to the Program Director for more information. | 0–3 | ||
| DMI/ICE223 or ICE233 | Introduction to Computed Tomography or Fundamentals of Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) | Optional course. Speak to the Program Director for more information. | 0–1 |
Gateway Course = Generally the first major-specific course in a pathway.
Critical Course = A course that is highly predictive of future success in a pathway.
- FYC = First Year Composition
- HU = Humanities, Fine Arts, and Design
- L = Literacy & Critical Inquiry
- MA = Mathematics
- SB = Social-Behavioral Sciences
- SG = Natural Sciences General
Students must earn a grade of C or better for all courses required within the program.
Course Sequence total credits may differ from the program information located on the MCCCD curriculum website due to program and system design.
View MCCCD’s curriculum website for the Associate in Applied Science in Radiologic Technology (https://aztransmac2.asu.edu/cgi-bin/WebObjects/MCCCD.woa/wa/freeForm3?id=171339).
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