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Admission to the Program
Admission to the Radiologic Technology program is based upon completion
of the following:
• The completion of the prerequisites with a satisfactory grade.
• An application form, to be submitted to the program director.
• The college accepts a limited number of students into the program,
which is based on availability of clinical sites. Should the number of
qualified applicants exceed the number of available openings, a simple
lottery will be implemented.
• Official transcripts of all college courses attempted must be submitted.
Applicants must meet certain physical health requirements. A physical
examination must be performed by a licensed physician to determine physical
and mental fitness of the student. The program director is authorized to require
records of such examinations be released to the college. Such records may
be used only to determine fitness for the program, and except for such use,
the confidentiality of such records shall be maintained. Students must be
free from communicable diseases, infection, psychological disorders, and
other conditions that prevent the successful performance of the responsibilities
and tasks required in the program. Any health condition described above
which is developed by the student after admission to the program may be
considered sufficient cause for suspension from the program.
Desirable Abilities & Skills
The Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology
(JRCERT) our accrediting body requires student proficiency in the application
of technical knowledge, operation of specialized equipment in a competent
and safe manner, and the ability to provide physical care and emotional
support to patients during radiographic procedures. Therefore, in order to be
admitted to the program, or to be retained in the program after admission, all
applicants should possess:
• Visual acuity, such as needed in the accurate preparation and
administration of contrast media and for the observation necessary for
patient assessment, care and management.
• Auditory perception to receive verbal communication from patients
needing assistance and from members of the health care team.
• Communication skills (speech, reading, writing) to interact effectively
and sensitively with patients in order to elicit information; describe
changes in patient condition; assess non verbal communications; and
be able to effectively and efficiently transmit information to patients,
fellow students, faculty, staff and all members of the health care team.
• Gross and fine motor coordination to carry out diagnostic procedures
including reaching, lifting, and moving radiographic equipment.
Applicants should be able to execute motor movements reasonably
required to provide general and emergency care to patients.
• Intellectual ability to be able to measure, calculate, reason, analyze
and evaluate as required for direct patient care. The applicant must be
able to comprehend three dimensional and spatial relationships.
• Emotional stability to enable use of intellectual abilities, exercise good
judgment, promptly complete all responsibilities attendant to care of
the patients.
• Social attributes to allow the development of mature, sensitive and
effective relationships with patients, faculty, co workers, and
administrators.
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The "Technical Standards for Admission" have been established as a
guidance tool for use in realistically informing the student of minimum
standards needed to satisfactorily function in the Program and ultimately in
the profession. The assessment of applicant compliance to these Standards
will be accomplished in the following manner:
1. Faculty counseling to determine applicant goals and expectations.
2. A physical examination performed by a licensed physician.
Applicants who may be deficient in one or more of the areas mentioned
above should contact the Program Director. Serious consideration will be
given to applicants who are deficient in any of these categories, providing
the deficiency can be remedied with reasonable accommodation.
Required Courses
The total number of students accepted into the program is determined by
the number of available clinical education positions. Courses outlined below
are necessary for completion of the program, and are applied toward
requirements for the Associate in Science degree with a major in Radiologic
Technology. Students are advised by department faculty to determine the
specific sequence in which the following courses must be taken.
Prerequisite courses for entrance into the Radiologic Technology Program
are: Anatomy 1, English 101 or 28, Mathematics 115 or higher, and Physiology
1, Radiologic Technology 100, 101, and 102.
Note: Class scheduling restricts the completion of this program to the day
courses.
COURSES UNITS
Radiologic Technology 103 ...................................................................... 4
Radiologic Technology 104 ...................................................................... 4
Radiologic Technology 105 ...................................................................... 3
Radiologic Technology 106 ...................................................................... 3
Radiologic Technology 107 ...................................................................... 3
Radiologic Technology 110 ...................................................................... 2
Radiologic Technology 140 ...................................................................... 3
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
Radiologic Technology 160 ...................................................................... 4
Radiologic Technology 180 .................................................................... 12
(Summer Session)
Radiologic Technology 180 .................................................................... 24
(Fall and Spring)
Total Units ............................................................................................. 62
To complete general education requirements in this area of study, Plan B for the AA/AS
Degree is required.
PLAN B: Please consult with a counselor about specific courses needed or see the college
catalog "Graduation Requirements" section. Plan B is not designed for transfer to a four-year
college.
3 Units English Composition
3 Units Communication/Analytical Thinking
3 Units Natural Sciences
3 Units Humanities
3 Units Social/Behavioral Sciences (including American History & Governments)
3-4 Units Health/Physical Education
3-5 Units Math Competency