RADR Courses

  • RADR 1309 - Introduction to Radiography and Patient Care

    An overview of the historical development of radiography, basic radiation protection, an introduction to medical terminology, ethical and legal issues for healthcare professionals, and an orientation to the profession and to the health care system. Patient assessment, infection control procedures, emergency and safety procedures, communication and patient interaction skills, and basic pharmacology are also included.

    Grade Basis: L
    Credit hours: 3.0
    Lecture hours: 3.0

    Corequisites:

    • RADR 1311 - Basic Radiographic Procedures
    • RADR 1313 - Principles of Radiographic Imaging I.

    Restrictions:

    • General Core Curriculum Course is also Corequisite
    • Acceptable scores in college readiness exam and Program Entrance Exam, completion of the required minimum 11 hours of academic prerequisite courses, attendance at a program information meeting; pre-entrance health exam, documentation of required immunizations, pass drug screen, pass criminal background check, documentation of CPR for Healthcare Providers from American Heart Association.

  • RADR 1311 - Basic Radiographic Procedures

    An introduction to radiographic positioning terminology, the proper manipulation of equipment, positioning and alignment of the anatomical structure and equipment, and evaluation of images for proper demonstration of basic anatomy.

    Grade Basis: L
    Credit hours: 3.0
    Lecture hours: 2.0
    Lab hours: 3.0

    Corequisites:

    • RADR 1309 - Introduction to Radiography and Patient Care
    • RADR 1313 - Principles of Radiographic Imaging I.

    Restrictions:

    • General Core Curriculum Course is also corequisite
    • Acceptable scores in college readiness exam and Program Entrance Exam, completion of the required 11 hours of academic prerequisite courses, attendance at a program information meeting; pre-entrance health exam, documentation of required immunizations, pass drug screen, pass criminal background check, documentation of CPR for Healthcare Providers from American Heart Association.

  • RADR 1313 - Principles of Radiographic Imaging I.

    An introduction to radiographic image qualities and the effects of exposure variables upon these qualities.

    Grade Basis: L
    Credit hours: 3.0
    Lecture hours: 2.0
    Lab hours: 2.0

    Corequisites:

    • RADR 1309 - Introduction to Radiography and Patient Care
    • RADR 1311 - Basic Radiographic Procedures

    Restrictions:

    • General Core Curriculum Course is also Corequisite
    • Acceptable scores in college readiness exam and Program Entrance Exam, completion of the required minimum 11 hours of academic prerequisite courses, attendance at a program information meeting; pre-entrance health exam, documentation of required immunizations, pass drug screen, pass criminal background check, documentation of CPR for Healthcare Providers from American Heart Association.

  • RADR 1361 - Clinical I

    A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional.

    Grade Basis: L
    Credit hours: 3.0
    Lab hours: 16.0

    Corequisites:

    • RADR 2301 - Intermediate Radiographic Procedures
    • RADR 2305 - Principles of Radiographic Imaging II
    • RADR 2313 - Radiation Biology and Protection

    Restrictions:

    • Completion of RADR 1309, 1311, and 1313 with a C or better

  • RADR 1362 - Clinical II

    A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional.

    Grade Basis: L
    Credit hours: 3.0
    Lab hours: 24.0

    Restrictions:

    • Must be taken in sequence as listed in degree plan.
    • Completion of RADR 1361, 2305, 2313, and 2301 with a C or better

  • RADR 1391 - Special Topics in Medical Radiologic Technology

    Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation relevant to the professional development of the student. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency.

    Grade Basis: L
    Credit hours: 3.0
    Lecture hours: 3.0

    Corequisites:

    Restrictions:

    • Completion of RADR 2363, 2309, 2331, and general core curriculum course (if applicable) with a C or better

  • RADR 2217 - Radiographic Pathology

    A presentation of the disease process and common diseases and their appearance on medical images.

    Grade Basis: L
    Credit hours: 1.0
    Lecture hours: 1.0

    Corequisites:

    Restrictions:

    • Completion of RADR 1361, 2305, 2313, and 2301 with a C or better

  • RADR 2301 - Intermediate Radiographic Procedures

    A continuation of the study of the proper manipulation of radiographic equipment, positioning and alignment of the anatomical structure and equipment, and evaluation of images for proper demonstration of anatomy.

    Grade Basis: L
    Credit hours: 3.0
    Lecture hours: 2.0
    Lab hours: 3.0

    Corequisites:

    Restrictions:

    • Completion of RADR 1309, 1311, 1313 with a C or better

  • RADR 2305 - Principles of Radiographic Imaging II

    A continuation of the study of radiographic imaging technique formulation, image quality assurance, and the synthesis of all variables in image production. Lab is included.

    Grade Basis: L
    Credit hours: 3.0
    Lecture hours: 3.0

    Corequisites:

    Restrictions:

    • Completion of RADR 1309, 1311, 1313 with a C or better

  • RADR 2309 - Radiographic Imaging Equipment

    A study of the radiographic equipment, components, accessories and the physics that apply to x-ray production. The course includes the basic x-ray circuits, and the relationship of equipment components to the outcome of the imaging process.

    Grade Basis: L
    Credit hours: 3.0
    Lecture hours: 3.0

    Corequisites:

    Restrictions:

    • General Core Curriculum Course is Corequisite
    • Completion of RADR 1362 and 2217 with a C or better

  • RADR 2313 - Radiation Biology and Protection

    A study of the effects of radiation exposure on biological systems, typical medical exposure levels, methods for measuring and monitoring radiation, and methods for protecting personnel and patients from excessive exposure.

    Grade Basis: L
    Credit hours: 3.0
    Lecture hours: 3.0

    Corequisites:

    Restrictions:

    • Completion of RADR 1309, 1311, 1313 with a C or better

  • RADR 2331 - Advanced Radiographic Procedures

    Continuation of positioning; alignment of the anatomical structure and equipment, evaluation of images for proper demonstration of anatomy and related pathology. Lab included.

    Grade Basis: L
    Credit hours: 3.0
    Lecture hours: 2.0
    Lab hours: 4.0

    Corequisites:

    Restrictions:

    • General Core Curriculum Course is also corequisite
    • Completion of RADR 1362 and 2217 with a C or better

  • RADR 2333 - Advanced Medical Imaging

    An exploration of specialized imaging modalities.

    Grade Basis: L
    Credit hours: 3.0
    Lecture hours: 3.0

    Corequisites:

    Restrictions:

    • Completion of RADR 2363, 2309, 2331, and general core curriculum course (if applicable) with a C or better

  • RADR 2335 - Radiologic Technology Seminar

    A capstone course focusing on the synthesis of professional knowledge, skills, and attitudes in preparation for professional employment and lifelong learning.

    Grade Basis: L
    Credit hours: 3.0
    Lecture hours: 3.0

    Corequisites:

    Restrictions:

    • Completion of RADR 2363, 2309, 2331, and general core curriculum course (if applicable) with a C or better

  • RADR 2363 - Clinical III

    A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional.

    Grade Basis: L
    Credit hours: 3.0
    Lab hours: 24.0

    Corequisites:

    Restrictions:

    • General Core Curriculum Course is also corequisite
    • Completion of RADR 1362 and 2217 with a C or better

  • RADR 2367 - Practicum

    Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student.

    Grade Basis: L
    Credit hours: 3.0
    Lab hours: 24.0

    Corequisites:

    • RADR 1391 - Special Topics in Medical Radiologic Technology
    • RADR 2333 - Advanced Medical Imaging
    • RADR 2335 - Radiologic Technology Seminar

    Restrictions:

    • Completion of RADR 2363, 2309, 2331, and general core curriculum course (if applicable) with a C or better