First Year

SEMESTER I (16 weeks)
RADR 2309 Radiographic Imaging Equipment
RADR 1303 Patient Care RADR 1201 Introduction to Radiography
RADR 1311 Basic Radiographic Procedures
RADR 1266 Practicum I

SEMESTER II (16 weeks)
RADR 2313 Radiation Biology and Protection
RADR 1213 Principles of Radiographic Imaging I
RADR 2301 Intermed Radiographic Procedures
RADR 1267 Practicum II
BIOL 2401 Anatomy and Physiology I Speech Elective

SUMMER SESSION (11 weeks)
RADR 2266 Practicum III
RADR 2336 Special Patient Applications
RADR 2233 Advanced Medical Imaging

Second Year

SEMESTER III (16 weeks)
RADR 2366 Practicum IV
RADR 2217 Radiographic Pathology
RADR 2305 Principles of Radiographic Imaging II
BIOL 2402 Anatomy & Physiology II
ENGL 1301 Composition and Rhetoric

SEMESTER IV (16 weeks)
RADR 2367 Practicum V
RADR 2431 Advanced Radiographic Procedures Computer Science Elective **
Social/Behavioral Science Elective***
Humanities Elective/Fine Arts Elective ****

SUMMER SESSION (11 weeks)
RADR 2267 Practicum VI
RADR 2235 Radiologic Technology Seminar*****

TOTAL SEMESTER HOURS: 72

**   Any laboratory-based computer class.

*** Social/Behavioral Science elective: any 3-hour course in economics, geography, government, psychology, sociology, history or social work.

**** Humanities elective: Any 3-hour course in humanities, journalism (Mass Communication only), any sophomore literature, sophomore foreign language, philosophy, sophomore sign language, or a fine arts class (history or appreciation or art, music, or theatre).

***** Capstone Course. Bold Face: Denotes general education courses may be taken prior to admittance into program. Special admission and retention rules apply. Contact the program director for details. Program requires criminal background and drug screen.

Bold Face: Denotes general education courses may be taken prior to admittance into program. Special admission and retention rules apply. Contact the program director for details. Program requires criminal background and drug screen.

Nathan Stallings
Instructor/Department Chair
Radiologic Technology
T-223
903-510-2596 nsta@tjc.edu

Career Opportunities in RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY

Nature of Occupation: Radiologic Technologists use both art and science to produce radiographic images of the human body utilizing x-ray and other modalities. These images are used for diagnosis and treatment of the patient. The radiologic technologist is a vital member of the health care team and works closely with radiologists and physicians. Radiologic Technology is a patient care oriented occupation. Opportunities to expand skills or to branch into other related imaging fields are excellent.

Working Conditions: Radiologic technologists usually work in modern, well-equipped rooms of hospitals, medical clinics or doctors’ offices in a rather quiet, orderly atmosphere. Leaded partitions, special protective clothing and gloves provide protection from dangerous radiation. Radiologic technologists usually work an 8-hour day and a 40-hour week, but may be called for weekend or emergency duty. By passing the examination of the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, technologists may join the American Society of Radiologic Technologists and its state-affiliated organization.

Duties Include:
*Arranging devices which lessen discomfort and prevent the patient from moving
*Positioning the patient for imaging of the desired area
*Adjusting equipment to give a clear and undistorted view of the patient’s body
*Determining proper voltage, current and exposure time for each procedure
*Preparing and administering drugs or chemical mixtures
*Keeping records and files and preparing reports of procedures

Employment and Outlook: There were approximately 196,000 Radiologic Technologists employed nationally in 2006. Employment is expected by 15% between 2006 and 2016 (faster than the average for all occupations), as new uses are found for imaging technologies in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases. Most jobs will be found in hospitals. Many technologists will find jobs with walk-in clinics, freestanding imaging centers, medical group practices and health maintenance organizations.

Earnings: Nationally, in 2008, radiological technologists averaged a yearly salary of $48,170 working full-time. The 2008 average starting salary was $53,091 (American Society of Radiologic Technologist).

Yearly Average: Tyler/East Texas, $51,310 (2008 estimate)

Interests and Abilities:
*See detail in drawings and recognize differences in shapes or shadings
*Rate information according to standards that can be measured or checked
*Working with things and objects
*Having direct personal contact with people
*Activities of a scientific or technical nature
*Have good health and stamina
*Have good vision, either naturally or with correction