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Radiologic TechnologyDegree Awarded: Associate in Applied ScienceAccredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) 20 N. Wacker Drive,Chicago, IL 60606-2901 (312) 704-5300 in cooperation with the NYS Board of HealthRecommended Course SequenceFirst SemesterCreditsBIO 111 Anatomy & Physiology 1 4EET 110 Computer Applications andGraphics 3RAD 101 Principles of RadiographicExposure 1 4RAD 103 Introduction to Radiography 1RAD 105 Radiographic Positioning 1 4RAD 107 Methods of Patient Care 1 2Second SemesterBIO 112 Anatomy & Physiology 2 4ENG 101 Freshman English 1 3RAD 102 Principles of RadiographicExposure 2 4RAD 104 Radiation Protection 1RAD 106 Radiographic Positioning 2 4RAD 108 Methods of Patient Care 2 1RAD 111 Clinical Practicum 1 1First Summer ClinicalRAD 112 Clinical Practicum 2 2Third SemesterENG 102 Freshman English 2 3PES 100 Concepts of Physical Wellness 1PSY 101 General Psychology 1 3RAD 209 Radiographic Physics 4RAD 213 Clinical Practicum 3 1.5RAD 217 Radiographic Positioning 3 2RAD 221 Radiographic Pathology 3Fourth SemesterPES ____ Physical Education 1PSY 102 General Psychology 2 3RAD 210 Quality Assurance 1RAD 214 Clinical Practicum 4 1.5RAD 216 Advanced Imaging Modalities 3RAD 218 Radiation Biology 2RAD 219 Medical Terminology 1Second Summer ClinicalRAD 215 Clinical Practicum 5 2Total Credits: 70Program DescriptionThe Associate in Applied Science degree program inRadiologic Technology prepares students to apply to takethe Registry exam offered by the American Registry ofRadiologic Technologists to become a radiographer. Anessential member of the healthcare team, the radiographerpositions body parts accurately and manipulatesradiographic equipment to produce a quality diagnosticimage with the least amount of radiation necessary.The Radiologic Technology program is dedicated toproviding each student with the educational activitiesnecessary to develop the required critical thinking andtechnical and interpersonal skills of the radiographer. Thehighly skilled radiographer is educated in properly caringfor the patient’s needs during the radiographic examination,manipulates radiographic and computerized equipment, aswell as adheres to protocols in bedside, CT and operatingroom areas, selects technical factors and diagnosticparameters, instructs and assists the patient in order toobtain the necessary positioning, demonstrates appropriateapplication of radiation safety principles of “time, distanceand shielding,” in order to protect the patient, self andothers, exhibits care and accuracy in the administration,preparation and disposal of drugs and contrast agents.Note: The Radiologic Technology program, as well as thefield of radiologic technology, is a rigorous one. Programstandards are not altered for disabled students. The Collegewill make every effort to provide reasonableaccommodations to students with disabling conditions.Admission CriteriaAcademic Requirements:• High school diploma or GED• Eligible to take Freshman English I (ENG 101)• Eligible to take College Algebra (MAT 121), or havecompleted Intermediate Algebra (MAT 102) orequivalent with a 2.0 or higher• Completed High School AP Biology (score of 3, 4, or 5)or a passing grade in the Biology CLEP examination; orintroduction to Biology or Anatomy & Physiology 1 witha grade of 2.0 or better (within 5 years of program entry)• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5148 www.sunyorange.edu Spring 2011