AY24 Academic Catalog/Handbook

Radiologic Technology Associate Degree of Applied Science

The Radiologic Technology associate degree program is a sequence of courses that prepares students for positions in radiology departments and related businesses and industries. Learning opportunities develop academic, technical, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes a combination of didactic and clinical instruction necessary for successful employment.

Radiology departments use a wide variety of machines to produce images of the body. They use x-ray machines, CT (CAT) scanners, MRI machines, ultrasound machines and nuclear medicine cameras. This program teaches students to perform studies using x-ray machines. Use of advanced imaging modalities will require additional schooling or on-the-job training. The variety of things to learn keeps the field of radiologic technology new and interesting.

Students may compete to enter the Radiologic Technology degree program spring semester. A full-time student can complete the program in 4 semesters. To graduate, students must earn a minimum of 77 semester credit hours.  Graduates of this program are eligible to apply for a national registry examination administered by the American Registry for Radiologic Technologists.

Access OFTC’s Radiologic Technology Program Handbook.

Students are required to complete the Imaging Science Assistant certificate program prior to competing for the Radiologic Technology degree program.

Students interested in the Radiologic Technology program must understand that there is a potential to being exposed to a Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) environment. The MRI environment consists of strong magnetic fields and radiofrequency waves which may be contraindicated for individuals that have devices implanted in or on their body that should not be subjected to an MRI environment. Additional information regarding MRI safety can be found on the internet and at the following web site: www.mrisafety.com.

Offered at the Following Campuses/Delivery Mode:

  • South Campus (Dublin)

Employment Outlook

Career Traits/Requirements

Individuals wanting to enroll in the Radiologic Technology degree program must have good work ethics, be people oriented and possess great organizational skills. Instruction and practical application of learned skills provide a broad occupational background which appeals to prospective employers.

Employment Opportunities

Graduates of the Radiologic Technology program are prepared for responsible positions in hospitals, private clinics, doctors’ offices, and other institutions requiring qualified professional personnel.

 

Program Costs

Tuition & Fees: $9,024.00

Books & Supplies: $2,550.00

(Costs are estimated and are subject to change.)

Additional Fees:

Malpractice Insurance: $11.00

Drug Screen: $50.00

Criminal Background Check: $51.50

Dosimeter Scanner (each semester): $11.75

Left/Right Marker (RADT 1320):  $30.00

Corectec (RADT 2260): $80.00

Clinical Onboarding Fees:  Varies by facility
Trajecsys Fee:  $150.00
Science Lab Fee:  $75.00
RADT Tech Boot Camp Fee:  $150.00

(Costs are estimated and are subject to change.)

Admission Requirements

OFTC may accept a student’s official entrance score on the following validated assessment instruments if the scores meet the required minimums:

  • COMPASS/ASSET,
  • SAT,
  • ACT,
  • PSAT,
  • PACT,
  • Accuplacer/Accuplacer Next Generation/Companion,
  • HOPE GPA after completion of 10th grade of 2.6 or higher, or High School GPA of 2.6 (for occupational programs), or 2.0 for Workforce Entry Level programs, or GED.

The College may accept transfer credit for other courses according to the College’s transfer policy.

Competitive Admission

All steps of the competitive selection process must be completed for students to be considered for admission into program classes.  Access links and forms for Competitive Admissions Programs.

Applications to compete must be submitted no later than the specified deadline. Students without an application on file in the Admissions Office will NOT be considered for competition. Applications signify that the student:

  1. has completed or will complete the designated courses,
  2. has registered for and will complete TEAS (nursing, radiologic technology, and diagnostic medical sonography programs) test prior to the published deadline,
  3. understands the competitive process including deadlines for work experience forms and official college transcripts.

If designated core courses and additional curriculum/other requirements listed are not completed by the published deadline and/or if the student is not in satisfactory academic standing at OFTC, then the application will not be considered. The student is responsible for the payment of the drug screen fee and criminal background check fee that will be assessed when students register for classes with such requirements. All newly accepted students will be required to attend an orientation session prior to the beginning of the program. No new students will be accepted after program orientation occurs. The updated Guidelines for Entry into Allied Health Programs can be found on the OFTC website under Admissions.

Students will be required to take the following designated core classes that will be used toward the GPA ranking: ALHS 1090, BIOL 2113, BIOL 2113L, BIOL 2114, BIOL 2114L, COLL 1060, ENGL 1101, ENGL 2130, IMSA 1100, MATH 1111 or MATH 1103, PSYC 1101, and RADT 1010. These students may compete for program course slots each spring semester. Students are required to complete the Imaging Science Technical Certificate of Credit prior to competition.

Mission, Goals, & Outcomes

Mission Statement

The mission of the OFTC Radiologic Technology Program is to provide quality instruction for radiography students that will enable them to become competent registered technologists (ARRT) and contribute to the economic development of the community.

Program Goals

The radiologic technology program prepares students for employment in radiologic technology and encourages personal and professional development. In support of this mission, the Radiography Program has the following goals:

  • Radiologic Technology graduates will be clinically competent.
  • Students will communicate effectively.
  • Students will use critical thinking and problem solving skills.
  • Students will evaluate the importance of professional growth and development.
  • The program will graduate entry-level technologists.

Student Learning Outcomes

The following student learning outcomes are assessed annually:

  • Students will apply positioning skills.
  • Students will select appropriate technical factors.
  • Students will practice radiation protection.
  • Students will demonstrate the ability to follow directions.
  • Students will demonstrate written communication skills.
  • Students will demonstrate effective oral communication.
  • Students will manipulate technical/positioning factors for non-routine examinations.
  • Students will possess professional employment skills.
  • Students will demonstrate appropriate reactions to constructive criticism.
  • Students will pass the national registry exam on the 1st attempt.
  • Of those pursuing employment, students will be gainfully employed within 12 months post-graduation.
  • Students will complete the program within 17 months.
  • Graduates will be satisfied with their education.
  • Employers will be satisfied with the performance of newly hired technologists.

Accreditation

The Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) is the only agency recognized by the United States Department of Education for the accreditation of educational programs in radiologic technology.

JRCERT
20 N. Wacker Drive, Suite 2850
Chicago, IL 60606-3182
Phone: (312) 704-5300, Fax: (312) 704-5304
mail@jrcert.org
www.jrcert.org

Program Effectiveness Data

Accreditation Status: 8 year Accreditation

For more information on Program Effectiveness Data, please view Program Effectiveness Data Details for this program.

Explanation for the number of graduates actively seeking employment may differ from the posted graduation rate: Job placement rate is defined as the number of graduates employed in the radiologic sciences compared to the number of graduates actively seeking employment in the radiologic sciences. The JRCERT has defined not actively seeking employment as: 1) graduate failed to communicate with program officials regarding employment status after multiple attempts, 2) graduate is unwilling to seek employment that requires relocation, 3) graduate is unwilling to accept employment due to salary or hours, 4) graduate is on active military duty, and/or 5) graduate is continuing education.

Curriculum

Area I - Language Arts/Communication

Course NameCourse TitleCreditsContact
ENGL 1101Composition and Rhetoric

3

45

Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences

Course NameCourse TitleCreditsContact
PSYC 1101Introductory Psychology

3

45

Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics

Choose one of the following:
Course NameCourse TitleCreditsContact
MATH 1103Quantitative Skills and Reasoning

3

45

MATH 1111College Algebra

3

45

Area IV - Humanities/Fine Arts

Course NameCourse TitleCreditsContact
ENGL 2130American Literature

3

45

Non-General Education Degree Courses

Course NameCourse TitleCreditsContact
BIOL 2113Anatomy and Physiology I

3

45

BIOL 2113LAnatomy and Physiology Lab I

1

45

BIOL 2114Anatomy and Physiology II

3

45

BIOL 2114LAnatomy and Physiology Lab II

1

45

Program-Specific General Education Core Requirements

To meet the minimum required 15 semester credit hours in General Core Courses, students must take an additional 3 semester credit hours.

Course NameCourse TitleCreditsContact
ENGL 1102Literature and Composition

3

45

HIST 2111U.S. History I

3

45

HIST 2112U.S. History II

3

45

POLS 1101American Government

3

45

SOCI 1101Introduction to Sociology

3

45

Occupational Courses

Course NameCourse TitleCreditsContact
ALHS 1090Medical Terminology for Allied Health Sciences

2

30

RADT 1010Introduction to Radiology

4

75

RADT 1030Radiographic Procedures I

3

75

RADT 1060Radiographic Procedures II

3

75

RADT 1065Radiologic Science

2

30

RADT 1075Radiographic Imaging

4

75

RADT 1085Radiologic Equipment

3

60

RADT 1200Principles of Radiation Biology and Protection

2

30

RADT 1320Clinical Radiography I

4

180

RADT 1330Clinical Radiography II

7

315

RADT 2090Radiographic Procedures III

2

60

RADT 2260Radiologic Technology Review

3

45

RADT 2340Clinical Radiography III

6

270

RADT 2360Clincal Radiography V

9

405

Program Pathway

Semester 1

Course NameCourse TitleCreditsContact
ENGL 1101Composition and Rhetoric

3

45

ALHS 1090Medical Terminology for Allied Health Sciences

2

30

COLL 1060Introduction to College and Computers

3

50

Semester 2

Course NameCourse TitleCreditsContact
BIOL 2113Anatomy and Physiology I

3

45

BIOL 2113LAnatomy and Physiology Lab I

1

45

Choose one of the following:
Course NameCourse TitleCreditsContact
MATH 1103Quantitative Skills and Reasoning

3

45

MATH 1111College Algebra

3

45

Semester 3

Course NameCourse TitleCreditsContact
BIOL 2114Anatomy and Physiology II

3

45

BIOL 2114LAnatomy and Physiology Lab II

1

45

ENGL 2130American Literature

3

45

PSYC 1101Introductory Psychology

3

45

Semester 4

Course NameCourse TitleCreditsContact
RADT 1010Introduction to Radiology

4

75

IMSA 1100Clinical Practice

2

60

Imaging Science Technical Certificate of Credit awarded upon completion

Semester 5

Course NameCourse TitleCreditsContact
RADT 1030Radiographic Procedures I

3

75

RADT 1065Radiologic Science

2

30

RADT 1075Radiographic Imaging

4

75

RADT 1320Clinical Radiography I

4

180

Semester 6

Course NameCourse TitleCreditsContact
RADT 1060Radiographic Procedures II

3

75

RADT 1200Principles of Radiation Biology and Protection

2

30

RADT 1330Clinical Radiography II

7

315

Choose one of the following:
Course NameCourse TitleCreditsContact
ENGL 1102Literature and Composition

3

45

HIST 2111U.S. History I

3

45

HIST 2112U.S. History II

3

45

POLS 1101American Government

3

45

SOCI 1101Introduction to Sociology

3

45

Semester 7

Course NameCourse TitleCreditsContact
RADT 1085Radiologic Equipment

3

60

RADT 2090Radiographic Procedures III

2

60

RADT 2340Clinical Radiography III

6

270

Semester 8

Course NameCourse TitleCreditsContact
RADT 2260Radiologic Technology Review

3

45

RADT 2360Clincal Radiography V

9

405