Radiologic Technology
Division: Science and Technology
Office: 18-109
Phone: (650) 306-3291
Email: canscitech@smccd.edu
Counseling:
Schedule an appointment to meet with a counselor at the Counseling
Center, Building 9, 1st Floor, 650-306-3452. Appointments are
available during day and evening hours.
Contact: Rafael Rivera
Phone: 306-3283
Email: canradtech@smccd.edu
Radiologic Technology Web site
Associate in Science Degree - Radiologic Technology
(X-Ray Technology)
The Radiologic Technology program offers a comprehensive curriculum
leading to an AS degree and qualifications for employment in
medical facilities throughout the country. Students participate
in classroom instruction and clinical education in our affiliated
hospitals. Program graduates must take the licensure examination
required by the State of California and the certification examination
given by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
Prospective students must complete a separate application to
the program (available in November for the following fall
entrance) in addition to the regular college application. An
information meeting is held annually in November for prospective
students. For more information, please call the Science and
Technology Division office at 306-3291.
ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE - RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY
| Complete Core Courses, 61.5 units | Units |
|---|---|
| Course Descriptions: RADT | |
| RADT 400 Orientation to Radiologic Technology | 2 |
| PHYS 405 Applied Radiographic Physics | 3 |
| RADT 408 Perspectives in Radiology | .5 |
| RADT 410 Radiographic Positioning | 4 |
| RADT 415 Radiation Protection and Biology | 3 |
| RADT 420 Radiographic Positioning II | 4 |
| RADT 430 Principles of Radiographic Film Production | 3.5 |
| RADT 435 Imaging Equipment and Quality Control | 1.5 |
| RADT 440 Advanced Imaging Modalities & Specialized Procedures | 4 |
| RADT 441 Sectional Anatomy | 1.5 |
| RADT 442 Radiographic Pathology | 1.5 |
| RADT 450 Registry Review | 1.5 |
| RADT 418, 428, 438, 448, 458, 468 Clinical Education I-VI (total approx. 2,000 hours) |
31.5 |
| Total Core/Selective Requirements: | 61.5 * |
| General Education Requirements | 18* |
A grade of C or better is necessary for progression in the sequence.
Students must obtain current certification in CPR for health care providers.
* and General Education coursework to meet Associate Degree requirements. Recommended that the majority of the General Education requirements for the AS degree be completed prior to entry to the program.
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