Radiologic Technology (Radiography)

Program Description:

Radiographers perform imaging examinations and accompanying responsibilities at the request of physicians qualified to prescribe and/or perform radiologic procedures. They utilize equipment emitting ionizing radiation to produce radiographic images of the internal structures of human anatomy. These radiographic images are utilized by the physician to diagnose disease processes. The radiographer is responsible for all functions in the Radiology Department to ensure consistent radiographic images and provide for personal and patient safety from radiation hazards. In addition to producing diagnostic images and primary patient care, other responsibilities may include administrative and educational functions. Graduates of this program will be awarded an Associate of Applied Science Degree and are eligible to make application to the American Registry of Radiologic Technology in order to become a Registered Radiographer. This program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology, 20 N. Wacker Drive, Suite 2850, Chicago, IL 60606. Phone: (312) 704.5300.  www.jrcert.org.

Prerequisites:

• BIO 2511 - Anatomy and Physiology I, Laboratory 1 SH
• BIO 2513 - Anatomy and Physiology I, Lecture 3 SH
• BIO 2521 - Anatomy and Physiology II, Laboratory 1 SH
• BIO 2523 - Anatomy and Physiology II, Lecture 3 SH
• MAT 1313 - College Algebra 3 SH

1st Year

Summer Session (8 weeks)

• RGT 1135 - Clinical Education III 5 SH

2nd Year

**Completion Award: Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology 89 SH

Progression Requirement: All required courses must be completed with a “C” or above.

**Additional Graduation Requirement:

• Orientation - Any student (first-time, transfer, and part-time) who begins at Hinds Fall 2007 and later will be required to take Orientation (LLS 1312 /RST 1312 ) to graduate from the College. Exception: Orientation credit (1-3 hrs) transferred to Hinds from another college will satisfy our orientation requirement.