CYPRESS COLLEGE 2013–2014
Radiologic Technology / 275
PROGRAM PREREQUISITES
Foundation courses are required prior to admission to the program. The following required courses plus a minimum of 9 general education units must be completed by the end of the spring semester with a minimum grade of “C” in each course to be considered for the fall (August) class. 3 5 (4) 4 4 4
After receiving the degree and after completing the clinical internship, the student will be eligible to apply for admission to the state examination and the certification examination administered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). The program in Radiography is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT). JRCERT 20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 2850 Chicago, IL 60606-3182 (312) 704-5300 (312) 704-5304 (FAX) email: mail@jrcert.org www.jrcert.org
RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY CURRICULUM
Radiologic Technology courses must be taken in a specific sequence. Students must obtain a minimum grade of “C” in all required courses to continue in the program. The three (3) semester internships will begin during the summer session following semester 2 of the curriculum and continue until June of the following year. All courses, including general education courses, to satisfy the Associate Degree (refer to Cypress’ Associate Degree requirements) must be completed prior to the end of the internship year. Upon completion of the program and Associate Degree requirements, the student will be eligible for the State Certification and National Registry Examinations. For further information, contact a Health Science Counselor, (714) 484-7270. To earn an Associate Degree students must complete: (1) all major course requirements with a minimum grade of “C”; (2) 25 units of General Education Graduation Requirements with a grade of “C” or better; (3) the cultural diversity and reading requirements with a “C” or better; (4) any elective courses to complete a minimum of 60 units; and, (5) have a minimum GPA of 2.0. At least 50% of all major course work must be completed at Cypress College. The student will be able to complete the radiologic technology program including the foundation courses and general education courses in six semesters and one summer session as a full time student.
RADT 247 C RADT 251 C RADT 162 C *RADT 252 C *RADT 253 C
SEMESTER 2 Units Radiographic Positioning 5 Radiology Externship 7 Radiology Special Procedures 3 Radiobiology 1.5 Radiation Laws and Ethics 1.5
RADT 254 C RADT 196 C
SUMMER INTERSESSION Units Radiologic Internship 6.5 Radiography — Selected Topics 1–2
RADT 255 C RADT 196 C RADT 260 C
SEMESTER 3 Units Radiologic Internship 12 Radiography — Selected Topics 1–2 Fluoroscopy Permit Course 3
RADT 255 C RADT 196 C
SEMESTER 4 Units Radiologic Internship 12 Radiography — Selected Topics 1–2
Note: Non-refundable supplemental materials charges will apply to some of the above courses in this program.
Total Units
Units 69.5–72.5
*May be taken prior to enrollment CONTINUING EDUCATION COURSES RADT 262 C Cross-Sectional Imaging
Units 1
IMAGING TECHNOLOGIST ASSISTANT CERTIFICATE Program Code: 1C10449
The Imaging Technologist Assistant Program prepares a student for an entry-level position as an imaging assistant in a health care facility such as a hospital, private physician’s office, or clinic. This program can be completed in one year. To earn a certificate the student must complete the 16 units of required courses with a minimum grade of “C.” At least 50% of all course work must be completed at Cypress College. Required courses are listed in suggested sequence: ENGL 100 C College Writing HS 145 C Survey of Medical Terminology CIS 111 C Computer Information Systems RADT 153 C Radiography Patient Care RADT 146 C Introduction to Radiography Total Units
Units 4 3 3 3 4 17
RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY CERTIFICATE Program Code: 1C21114
To earn a certificate, students must have previously earned an Associate Degree and have completed all of the Cypress College Radiologic Technology Program requirements with a minimum grade of “C.” At least 50% of all course work must be completed at Cypress College.
Courses
HS 145 C Survey of Medical Terminology BIOL 210 C Anatomy and Physiology or BIOL 231 C General Human Anatomy RADT 142 C Radiologic Electronics RADT 146 C Introduction to Radiography MATH 040 C Intermediate Algebra
Required Courses are listed in suggested sequence: SEMESTER 1 Units RADT 148 C Radiologic Technology 4 RADT 150 C Radiologic Positioning 5 *RADT 153 C Radiography Patient Care 3 *HS 147 C Survey of Disease 3