Radiologic Technology Associate of Science Degree Program

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1 Radiologic Technology Associate of Science Degree Program Louisiana State University at Alexandria *** Department of Allied Health Revised July

2 Louisiana State University at Alexandria Department of Allied Health Radiologic Technology Program PROGRAM PURPOSE: The Radiologic Technology Program is designed to prepare graduates who are competent in the art and science of radiography. The graduates of the program receive an Associate of Science Degree in Radiologic Technology and are prepared to complete the National Certification Examination administered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. The seventy seven (72) credit hour curriculum is characterized by a combination of classroom, laboratory and clinical learning experiences. Students are provided opportunities to develop skills in conceptual understanding, analytical judgement, critical thinking and decision making. PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT BACKGROUND: The need for radiologic technologists, or Radiographers, who are educated and trained to produce and process radiographs, while providing client care and protection, has grown. Radiologic Technologists will increasingly play a vital role in assisting physicians specializing in the use of x-ray to diagnose disease and injury. Employment opportunities remain great for radiologic technologists in hospitals, clinics, physicians offices and public health facilities. A Spring 2000 industry needs survey of eleven (11) Central Louisiana health care facilities, employing ninety-one full-time technologists and thirty part-time, indicated that 82% anticipate the need for radiologic technologists to increase by 20% over the next five years. The study projected that approximately seventy-seven positions will need to be filled over the next five years. Current trends and driving forces creating the increased need include increased specialization in health care, increased use of diagnostic technology and the aging population. Data from the surveys indicated the average entry level salary for a radiologist in Central Louisiana is $25,000, with a range of $23,000 - $28,000. With five years experience, the salary average increased to $32,000, ranging from $29,000 - $35,000. PROGRAM OBJECTIVES: At the completion of the Radiology Technology Program, the graduate will be able to: 1. Competently perform a full range of radiologic procedures on clients as an entry-level practitioner. 2. Apply imaging principles and concepts to produce diagnostic radiographs; 3. Apply knowledge acquired in the biological, physical and behavioral sciences to the practice of radiology technology. 4. Utilize problem solving, critical thinking, decision making and communication skills in the performance of medical imaging procedures; 5. Demonstrate use of management skills in the delivery of radiologic services; 6. Provide patient and family education regarding preparation, expectations and post-procedural care. Revised July

3 7. Practice withing the legal and ethical scope of practice to meet health care needs of clients; 8. Accept responsibility for continuing process of professional and personal growth 9. Consistently maintain an image, including attitudes, attributes and values appropriate for the profession. ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS: Students desiring admission to the Radiologic Technology Degree Program must meet the following minimum requirements: 1. Be unconditionally admitted to the university and declare major as Radiologic Technology. 2. Possess High School Diploma with cumulative GPA of 2.0 or better or completion of General Education Development (GED) with an average score of 45 or better. 3. Acquire an ACT composite score of 19 or higher.* 4. Possess a minimum grade of C in high school level algebra, biology and physics or their equivalents.* 5. Achieve an overall GPA of 2.3 or higher. 6. Submit a Radiologic Technology Program Application to the Department of Allied Health by May Submit all official grades from other universities by May 1 of the semester the petition is submitted. Concurrent enrollment at other universities the semester the petition is submitted is prohibited. 8. Students must have at least twelve (12) hours of study completed with a grade of C or better at LSUA prior to the clinical portion of the program. *Requirements #3, #4 and # 5 may be waived upon successful completion of 15 credit hours of the Natural Sciences and Mathematics courses required in the program with a GPA of 2.3 or higher. ADMISSION PROCESS: Admission into the clinical portion of the program will be on a selective basis and occur each year, after the completion of the Spring semester. A selective committee composed of the Department Chair of Allied Health and Radiology Technology Program Director and Radiologic Technology faculty will review applications and make selection decisions based on eligibility of applicants. If the number of applicants exceeds the availability of positions, those applicants who have completed the following required courses of the curriculum, with the highest overall GPA, will be given selection priority: MATH 1021 BIOL 1161 & 1162 Psychology 2000 RETENTION & PROMOTION REQUIREMENTS: 1. Maintain a cumulative and LSUA GPA of 2.3 or higher. 2. Earn a grade of C or better in all courses required in the curriculum. 3. Maintain health clearance as documented on annual health forms. 4. Attend an annual Infection Control Update. 5. Maintain CPR for Health Care Providers certification provided through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross. 6. Comply with professional standards of the Department of Allied Health standards. Revised July

4 Curriculum Outline Course Credit Hours Fall Semester I BIOL 1161 Human Anatomy & Physiology I 4 MATH 1021 College Algebra 3 NURS 1010 Introduction to Medical Terminology 1 RADT 1001 Introduction to Radiology Technology 2 RADT 1002 Radiographic Image Production I 3 RADT 1004 Radiographic Practicum I 5 18 Spring Semester II BIOL 1162 Human Anatomy & Physiology II 4 ENGL 1001 English Composition 3 RADT 1005 Radiographic Practicum II 4 RADT 1006 Radiographic Image Production II 3 RADT 1007 Radiographic Procedures I 3 17 Summer Semester III SPCH 1061 Speech Fundamentals 3 RADT 1008 Radiographic Biology 2 RADT 1010 Radiographic Practicum III 4 9 Fall Semester IV ENGL 1002 English Composition 3 PSYC 2000 General Psychology 3 RADT 2002 Rad Special Imaging Technology 3 RADT 2004 Radiographic Procedures II 3 RADT 2007 Radiographic Practicum IV 5 17 Spring Semester V **FINE ARTS 3 RADT 2010 Radiographic Pathology 2 RADT 2012 Radiographic Practicum V 6 RADT 2032 Radiographic Seminar 2 STAT 2011 General Statistics 3 16 Total Hours for Degree: 72 ** May be taken pre-rad Tech or at any time in the curriculum. Revised July

5 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS: BIOL 1161 Human Anatomy & Physiology I Lec. 3 Lab. 2 Cr. 4 Pre-requisite: Completion or exemption from all developmental courses. Topics include cell structure and function, tissues, integument, skeleton, chemistry and biochemistry. Not for degree credit for science majors. BIOL 1162 Human Anatomy & Physiology II Lec. 3 Lab. 2 Cr. 4 Pre-requisite: BIOL Continuation of BIOL Topics include blood circulation, lymphatic system, immunology, respiratory system, urinary system, reproduction, endocrinology, digestion and nervous system. Not for Science majors. CIS 1000 Basic Computer Literacy Lec. 0 Lab. 2 Cr. 1 A hands-on introduction to the operation and use of the microcomputer. Topics covered will include turning on the computer, using the mouse, interacting with the graphical user interface, word processing, spreadsheet creation, and searching the Internet. Not for baccalaureate degree credit. ENGL 1001 English Composition Lec.3 Lab. 0 Cr. 3 Placement / Pre-requisite: ACT score as specified in the placement section of the catalog or a grade of C or higher in English ENGL 1001 offers an introduction to composition and analysis of the essay and its rhetorical strategies. A grade of C or higher required to advance to English ENGL 1002 English Composition Lec. 3 Lab. 0 Cr. 3 Pre-requisite: ENGL An introduction to poetry, drama, the short story and the novel and to writing the research paper. MATH 1021 College Algebra Lec. 3 Lab. 0 Cr. 3 Pre-requisite: A grade of C or better in MATH 0002, placement by ACT (see placement section of this catalog), or consent of the department. Functions and graphs, exponential and logarithmic functions, analytic geometry, systems of equations and inequalities. A graphing calculator is required. (A grade of C or better is required to advance to any higher numbered math course.) PSYC 2000 Introduction to Psychology Lec. 3 Lab. 0 Cr. 3 Pre-requisite: English A survey course with emphasis on introducing the student to the understanding, prediction and control of behavior. RADT 1000 Introduction to Radiology Technology Lec. 1 Lab. 0 Cr. 1 An introduction to Radiography. A survey of basic principles and practices of radiography with hospital radiology department observation. RADT 1001 Basic Principles of Radiologic Technology Lec. 2 Lab. 0 Cr. 2 Pre- or Co-requisites: RADT 1000, ENGL 1001, BIOL Co-requisites: RADT 1002, RADT An introduction to the principles and practices of radiography in the delivery of health care. Concepts explored include the historical and professional perspectives, trends in health care delivery system, legal and ethical considerations, imaging process, radiographic preparation and examinations, safety principles, communications and client management techniques. Revised July

6 RADT 1002 Radiographic Image Production Lec. 2 Lab. 3 Cr. 3 Pre-requisites: RADT 1000, ENGL 1001, BIOL Co-requisites: BIOL 1162, RADT 1001, and RADT A study of radiation concepts including x-ray properties, basic x-ray equipment, principles of x-ray production, x-ray interactions, prime factors of exposure, exposure control systems and technical factors that influence and control image production quality. The laboratory provides opportunities for demonstrations with phantoms and practice laboratories. RADT 1004 Radiographic Practicum I Lec. 2 Lab. 12 Cr. 5 Pre or Co-requisites: RADT 1000, ENGL 1001, BIOL 1161& BIOL Co-requisites: RADT 1001 & RADT Classroom and clinical experiences designed to provide students with fundamental understanding of the radiologic examination of the chest, abdomen, upper and lower extremities, and shoulder girdle. Emphasis on operation of equipment, performance of darkroom and office procedures, patient care management, application of radiation protection precautions, general radiographic process and evaluation. Skills practice with a phantom in the radiographic laboratories and skills performance in the actual clinical setting are included. RADT 1007 Radiographic Procedures I Lec. 2 Lab. 3 Cr. 3 Pre-requisites: RADT 1002, BIOL 1162, RADT 1004, ENGL 1002, MATH Co-requisites: RADT 1005 & RADT A study of radiographic procedures with emphasis on quality (technical and positional accuracy), radiography of the head, thorax, pelvic girdle and vertebral column. Provides a foundation in performance of mobile, surgical and trauma radiography, fluoroscopic and contrast media examinations. The skills practice with a phantom in the radiographic laboratories. RADT 1006 Radiographic Image Production II Lec. 2 Lab. 3 Cr. 3 Pre-requisites: RADT 1002, BIOL 1162, RADT 1004, ENGL 1002, MATH Co-requisites: RADT 1005, RADT The comprehensive study of technical factors and variables that affect the photographic and geometric quality are analyzed. The focus is on methods of processing with related practical application, design and construction requirements for development, processing and viewing. Practice in the radiographic laboratories provides competency building in sensitometric measurements and processor monitoring. RADT 1005 Radiographic Practicum II Lec. 0 Lab. 12 Cr. 3 Pre-requisites: RADT 1001, RADT 1002 & RADT 1004, MATH Co-requisites: RADT 1006 & RADT Clinical performance of basic skills in radiology with emphasis on preparation of the patient, room and equipment for fluoroscopic, mobile, surgical, emergency/trauma and general radiographic procedures. RADT 1008 Radiobiology Lec. 2 Lab. 0 Cr. 2 Pre-requisites: RADT 1005, RADT 1006 & RADT 1007; PSYC 2000, STAT Co-requisite: RADT An in-depth study of radiation protection safety practices and radiology, including radiologic measurements, quantities, units, detection devices, radiation effects, dose limits and calculations, protective measures, equipment and shielding, federal and state regulations. RADT 1010 Radiographic Practicum III Lec. 0 Lab. 12 Cr. 3 Pre-requisites: RADT 1005, RADT 1006 & RADT Pre or Co-requisites: PSYC 2000, STAT Co-requisite: RADT This course is designed to provide for the continued development and application of clinical competencies with emphasis on patient care and performance of general radiographic procedures, emergency/trauma, mobile, surgical, fluoroscopic and contrast media procedures and corresponding film evaluation. Skills practice occurs with phantom in the radiographic laboratories and performance in actual clinical setting. Revised July

7 RADT 2002 Radiographic Special Imaging Technology Lec. 3 Lab. 0 Cr. 3 Pre-requisites: PHYS 1001, RADT 1008, RADT Co-requisites: RADT 2004 & RADT A study of specialized imaging techniques and utilization of therapeutic equipment with emphasis on accessory devices, x-ray circuitry and rectification, image intensified fluoroscopy, body section radiography, macro radiography, mammography, digital imaging and thermography. RADT 2004 Radiographic Procedures II Lec. 2 Lab. 3 Cr. 3 Pre-requisites: PHYS 1001, RADT 1008 & RADT Co-requisites: RADT 2002 & RADT An indepth study of advanced imaging and radiologic procedures involving all of the body systems; Basic pharmacology, venipuncture, advanced contrast media examinations, pelvimetry, mammography, computed tomography, scanograms, pediatric radiography and foreign body localization. Laboratory sessions provide for the use of computerized programs and model reviews. RADT 2005 Advanced Radiographic Procedures and Imaging Modalities Lec. 2 Lab. 3 Cr. 3 Prerequisites: RADT 1008, RADT Co-requisite: RADT An in-depth study of advanced imaging and radiological procedures involving all body systems; basic pharmacology, venipuncture, advanced contrast media examinations, scanograms, pediatric radiography, geriatric radiography, and foreign body localization. A study of specialized imaging techniques and utilization of therapeutic equipment and emphasis on accessory devices, image intensifies fluoroscopy, body section radiography, macro-radiography, mammography, digital imaging, computed tomography, thermography. Laboratory sessions provide for use of computerized programs and model reviews. RADT 2007 Radiographic Practicum IV Lec. 0 Lab. 20 Cr. 5 Pre-requisites: RADT 1008 & RADT Co-requisites: RADT The laboratory and clinical practice in the application of general radiographic procedures, including emergency/trauma, mobile, surgical, fluoroscopic procedures, contrast media, angiography, cardiac catherterization, CT and MRI. Includes skills practice with phantom in the radiographic laboratories and skills performance in the actual clinical setting with emphasis on special imaging modalities. RADT 2010 Radiographic Pathology Lec. 2 Lab. 0 Cr. 2 Pre-requisites: RADT 2005, RADT Co-requisites: RADT 2012 & RADT A study of disease processes and their radiographic manifestations. Emphasis on radiographic anatomy, physiology, pathology and evaluation of radiographic quality with related exposure considerations. RADT 2032 Radiographic Seminar Lec. 2 Lab. 0 Cr. 2 Pre-requisites: RADT 2005, RADT Co-requisites: RADT 2010 & RADT A course of study which permits selected study of topics related to the professional practice of radiologic technology and review of materials in preparation for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists examination. RADT 2012 Radiographic Practicum V Lec. 0 Lab. 24 Cr. 6 Pre-requisites: RADT 2005, RADT Co-requisites: RADT 2010 & RADT The clinical practice in the integration and application of all clinical skills including production of diagnostic radiographs, patient management, performance of radiographic procedures with proficiency and use of independent judgement. Students are provided opportunities to demonstrate radiation safety practices, effective communication, performance of radiologic procedures utilizing appropriate supplies and accessory devices. Rotations will be provided in radiation oncology, nuclear medicine and ultrasound. STAT 2011 General Statistics Lec. 3 Lab. 1 Cr. 3 Also offered as MATH 2011 or PSYC Pre-requisite: A grade of C or better in MATH 1021 or Revised July

8 consent of the Department of Mathematics and Physical Sciences. Graphic display of data measures of central tendency and variability, sampling theory, the normal curve, standard scores, Student s T, Chi Square, correlation techniques, inferences, and hypotheses testing. EXPENSES: These values are approximate. Please check with the LSUA Bookstore and uniform shop since prices are subject to change. THIS DOES NOT INCLUDE CAMPUS REGISTRATION OR CAMPUS PARKING DECALS. First Year Second Year Textbooks: Textbooks: RADT 1001 $ RADT 2002 $51.00 RADT 1002 $ RADT 2004 $65.00 RADT 1004 $ RADT 2010 $83.00 RADT 1008 $ RADT 2032 $80.00 R/L Markers $22.00 LA Temp License $10.00 Uniforms (Men) $99.00 LA License Fee $50.00 (Women) $90.00 ARRT Exam Fee $ Shoes $65.00 Diploma Fees $20.00 Patches (each) $3.75 Cap & Gown $25.00 Name Badge $6.00 Picture ID $10.00 Total $ CPR Certification $60.00 Total $ Other Expenses: RADT Pin $ $ Graduation Photos $ $35.00 Portraits $ for full package Tuition: Approximately 6, Revised July

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