Radiologic Technology Associate in Science Degree
PROGRAM CODE: 1S03789
Financial Aid Eligible
Program Mission Statement: The Cypress College Department of Radiologic Technology provides a high quality education to prepare a diverse population of students with entry level skills needed to become competent and confident, fully-licensed radiographers. Minimum Standards to Apply: 1. Eligible for admission to Cypress College. 2. High School graduation, or passing of the General Education Development (GED) test, or the High School Proficiency test. 3. Minimum age of 17 years to apply. Must be 18 years old at the start of clinical training. 4. Present evidence of good physical and mental health, as determined by medical examination upon admission to program and prior to enrollment. 5. Overall GPA of 2.0 in all college classes taken. Official transcripts of all colleges attended are required. 6. Must have own transportation to all affiliated hospitals. 7. Eligibility for ENGL C1000. 8. Students need to have all general education courses OR already have completed an Associates Degree or higher from a Regionally Accredited College AND program prerequisites. To earn this degree students must complete: (1) all major course requirements with a grade of C or better; (2) Cypress College Local General Education requirements or the California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC) requirements;(3) any elective courses to complete a minimum of 60 units; and, (5) have a minimum GPA of 2.0. This degree requires a total of 66.5 units in the major, in addition to degree requirements.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| PROGRAM PREREQUISITES: Foundation courses are required prior to admission to the program . The following required courses and all GE/graduation requirements must be completed prior to application with a minimum grade of “C” in each course to be considered and a 2.5 GPA for the fall (August) class . Once a passing grade is achieved and program application requirements are met courses may not be repeated for a higher grade. | ||
| HS 145 C | Survey of Medical Terminology | 3 |
| or RADT 145 C | Medical Imaging Terminology | |
| BIOL 210 C | Anatomy and Physiology | 4-5 |
| or BIOL 231 C | General Human Anatomy | |
| RADT 142 C | Radiologic Electronics | 4 |
| RADT 146 C | Introduction to Radiography | 4 |
| Total Units | 15-16 | |
Required Courses are listed in suggested sequence:
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| SEMESTER 1 (15 units) | ||
| RADT 148 C | Radiology Imaging Techniques (formerly Radiologic Technology) | 4 |
| RADT 150 C | Radiographic Positioning I (formerly Radiologic Positioning) | 5 |
| RADT 153 C | Radiography Patient Care | 3 |
| HS 147 C | Survey of Disease | 3 |
| or RADT 147 C | Medical Imaging Pathology | |
| SEMESTER 2 (18 units) | ||
| RADT 247 C | Radiographic Positioning II | 5 |
| RADT 251 C | Radiology Externship | 7 |
| RADT 162 C | Radiology Special Procedures | 3 |
| RADT 252 C | Radiobiology | 1.5 |
| RADT 253 C | Radiation Laws and Ethics | 1.5 |
| SUMMER INTERSESSION (7.5 units) | ||
| RADT 254 C | Clinical Internship I | 6.5 |
| RADT 196 C | Selected Topics I | 1 |
| SEMESTER 3 (13 units) | ||
| RADT 255 C | Clinical Internship II | 12 |
| RADT 197 C | Selected Topics II | 1 |
| SEMESTER 4 (13 units) | ||
| RADT 256 C | Clinical Internship III | 12 |
| RADT 198 C | Selected Topics III | 1 |
| Total Units | 66.5 | |
Note: Non-refundable supplemental materials charges will apply to some of the above courses in this program.
PROGRAM GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
- To provide students with a balance of instruction in radiologic technology courses as well as support courses.
- To provide students with knowledge and skill to perform radiologic technology procedures.
- To facilitate development of applied skills in effective communication, critical thinking, and problem solving in the practice of radiography.
- To provide clinical experience compliment didactic instruction and develop clinical skills required for professional practice.
- To provide an environment that encourages personal and professional growth.
- To promote values of compassion, respect, understanding, and dignity in providing care to patients during imaging procedures.
- To provide the health care community with graduate entry level radiographers skilled in diagnostic imaging procedures.
Program Student Learning Outcomes
Outcome 1: Have the knowledge and skills to competently and safely perform radiographic procedures.
Outcome 2: Have the skills necessary to communicate effectively.
Outcome 3: Apply critical thinking and problem solving skills
Outcome 4: Evaluate the importance of professional development and growth.
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