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Health Careers

Radiology Technology

Degree Type: AAS

Semester Credit Hours: 60

First Semester - 14 SCH (Spring)

BIOL 2401 - Anatomy & Physiology I
RADR 1201 - Introduction to Radiography
RADR 1266 - Practicum - Radiologic Technology / Science -
Radiographer
RADR 1303 - Patient Care
RADR 1311 - Basic Radiographic Procedures

Second Semester - 11 SCH (Summer)

BIOL 2402 - Anatomy & Physiology II
RADR 1213 - Principles of Radiographic Imaging I
RADR 1267 - Practicum - Radiologic Technology / Science -
Radiographer
RADR 2301 - Intermediate Radiographic Procedures

Third Semester - 13 SCH (Fall)

MUSI 1306 - Music Appreciation
PSYC 2314 - Lifespan Growth and Development
RADR 2209 - Radiographic Imaging Equipment
RADR 2266 - Practicum - Radiologic Technology / Science - Radiographer
RADR 2331 - Advanced Radiographic Procedures

Fourth Semester - 13 SCH (Spring)

ENGL 1301 - Composition I
MATH 1314 - College Algebra
RADR 2233 - Advanced Medical Imaging
RADR 2213 - Radiation Biology and Protection
RADR 2366 - Practicum - Radiologic Technology / Science - Radiographer

Fifth Semester - 4 SCH (Summer)

RADR 2205 - Principles of Radiographic Imaging II
RADR 2267 - Practicum

Sixth Semester - 5 SCH (Fall)

RADR 2235 - Radiologic Technology Seminar
RADR 2367 - Practicum

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Marketable Skills

  • Critical Thinking
  • Communication
  • Leadership/Management
  • Professionalism/Personal Qualities
  • Foundation in math and science
  • Lifelong learner
  • Safety – radiation protection
  • Detail Oriented
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Physical Stamina

Program Outcomes

  • Demonstrate proper patient positioning and technical factors required for digital imaging.
  • Demonstrate radiation protection.
  • Demonstrate effective communication skills with patients and members of the healthcare team.
  • Demonstrate professionalism in clinical situations.
  • Demonstrate exemplary customer service.
  • Demonstrate critical thinking in trauma situations.

Expected Salary

Texas wage data: workers on average earn $59,860; 10% of workers earn $40,530 or less; 10% of workers earn $81,470 or more.

Career Opportunities

Hospitals; Home Health; Clinics; Mobile radiology; Physician offices.

High School Endorsements

Public Service

Additional Education Opportunities

Students may pursue a Bachelor’s Degree in Radiology.