Prerequisites: Requires Acceptance into the Program, English Composition I (ENG 101); Anat & Phys I(SCI 201); MAT 100 or higher
Corequisites: HLT 152 AND HLT 154 AND HLT 158

This course is designed to introduce the freshman radiologic technology student to the fundamental principles of Radiologic Technology. Major topics include the scientific discovery and properties of x-rays, the comprehensive definition of radiation, electromagnetic energy and the electromagnetic spectrum, quality factors essential for optimal imaging regarding diagnostics and patient dose, the X-Ray beam and essentials of proper technique. This course provides the basis of knowledge necessary for HLT 170 Principles of Radiologic Quality in the freshman spring semester of the Radiologic Technology Program.

Prerequisites: Requires Acceptance into the Program,


This course offers in-depth coverage of preliminary and basic concepts for radiology technology. This course is an introductory course to the clinical practicums. HLT151 is offered in the second session of summer intersession. HLT151 will introduce medical terminology, suffix, prefix and various radiology termiology to be used sequentially through the two years.

Prerequisites: Requires Acceptance into the Program, English Composition I (ENG 101); Anat & Phys I(SCI 201); MAT 100 or higher
Corequisites: HLT 150 and HLT 154
In this laboratory course, the student is presented with all routine radiographic procedures and applicable anatomy of the appendicular skeleton. Laboratory positioning exercises prepare the student for practical application of the procedures in the assigned radiology department in healthcare agencies.

Prerequisites: Requires Acceptance into the Program, English Composition I (ENG 101); Anat & Phys I(SCI 201); MAT 100 or higher
Corequisites: HLT 150 and HLT 152
Additional Requirements: current CPR certification at Health Professional level; compliance with all
health requirements; CORI clearance
In this first clinical course, students are oriented to the clinical practicum experience and health agency guidelines, and learn about medical ethics and patient interaction. Observation and supervised performance of required radiographic examinations for clinical competence includes positioning of the chest, abdomen, upper and lower extremities.

Prerequisite: Requires Acceptance into the Program, English Composition I (ENG 101); Anat & Phys I (SCI 201); MAT 100 or higher

Corequisites: HLT 152, HLT 154, and HLT 150

This course offers an in-depth coverage of Anatomy and Physiology as it pertains to Radiologic Technology. Anatomy and physiology for radiologic technology is a course that will enable students to develop an understanding of the relationships between the structures and functions of the human body in radiography terms. This course will involve laboratory activities, projects, textbook material, models, diagrams, and clinical studies.

Requires acceptance into the Radiologic Technology program Prerequisite: Grade of 80% or better in HLT 150; Grade of 80% or better in HLT 152; Grade of 80% or better in HLT 154, and Grade of 80% or better in HLT 158.

Corequisites: HLT 171, HLT 172, HLT 174

This course is designed to expand on the basic principles of radiologic technology explored in HLT 150 Introduction to radiologic technology. The freshman/ spring radiologic technology student will increase their knowledge on producing quality images through knowledge of the digital image and digital imaging equipment. Major topics include pre-processing and post-processing the digital image, understanding how the image is created digitally, as well as how it is displayed and stored. This course will also include topics of Digital Fluoroscopy, Automatic Exposure Control, Exposure Indicators and Radiation protection safety measures in regard to digital imaging. This course concludes the knowledge necessary for Equipment and Safety/ the Digital Image portion of information required for the ARRT registry exam. It also provides the radiologic technology student the working knowledge of digital imaging equipment and capabilities to produce the highest quality image with the least amount of radiation dose to the patient.

Requires acceptance into the Radiologic Technology program
Prerequisites: Grade of 80% or better in HLT 150; Grade of 80% or better in HLT 152; and Grade of 80% or better in HLT 154.

This second semester course of the radiologic technology program presents and expands upon principles of general physics and concepts in technical math. This course presents the foundations of electrical physics and principles related to the radiography field. Topics will include an understanding of physics principles, concepts, and components) required in the electrical production of radiation used in the clinical setting and of the principles used in image capturing techniques. The course also presents basic interactions of radiation with matter. Applied radiographic calculations are also covered.

Requires acceptance into the Radiologic Technology program. Prerequisites: Grade of 80% or better in HLT 150; Grade of 80% or better in HLT 152; Grade of 80% or better in HLT 154, and Grade of 80% or better in HLT 158.

Corequisites: HLT 170, HLT 171, HLT 174

In this laboratory course, the student continues to be presented with routine radiographic procedures and applicable anatomy. Laboratory positioning exercises prepare the student for practical application of the procedures in the assigned Radiology Department in the healthcare field.

Requires acceptance into the Radiologic Technology program.
Prerequisites: Grade of 80% or better in HLT 150; Grade of 80% or better in HLT 152; and Grade of 80% or better in HLT 154.
**Clinical hours are subject to change based on agency availability**

In this second clinical course, students continue to learn the fundamentals of radiographic positioning and principles of radiographic exposure, including examinations of the pelvis and hips, ribs and sternum, spine, digestive system, urinary tract and biliary system. This clinical practicum also provides students with additional image critique and the principles of pediatric radiography.

Pre-Requisites: HLT 170, HLT 171, HLT 172, and HLT 174

This is a nine-week summer clinical experience that meets forty hours per week. It provides the student with the opportunity to improve skills and gain confidence in the application of new techniques. The student is introduced to the Operating Room, the fluoroscopic room, and portables.

Prerequisite: Grade of 80% or better in HLT 175
Corequisites: HLT 252 and HLT 254
Advanced Radiographic Procedures; HLT 254 Clinical Practicum IV This course is designed to provide fundamental information in the area of applied radiobiology. Course topics will include basic interactions of radiation matter, biological effects, radiation dose, occupational and non-occupational dose equivalent limits, exposure monitoring and units of measurement. Radiographically significant pathology will be included. Course placement: Fall Semester-second year

Prerequisites: Grade of 80% or better in HLT 175
Corequisites: HLT 250 Fundamentals of Radiobiology and HLT 254 Clinical Practicum
Major topics include skull, facial and sinus anatomy and positioning. Myelography, arthrogaphy, angiography and skeletal surveys will be introduced. Special radiographic procedures will also be covered including computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, nuclear medicine, and ultrasound. Phantom radiography and role-playing prepare the student for practical application of the procedures in the assigned radiology department in health care agencies.
Course placement: Fall Semester-second year

Prerequisite: successful completion of the summer practicum
Corequisites: HLT 250 Fundamentals of Radiobiology and HLT 252 Advanced Radiographic Procedures
Additional Requirements: current CPR at the Health Professional level; compliance with all health requirements; CORI clearance

The senior student begins this clinical practicum demonstrating competence in the basic skills and exams learned in the first year. The student has progressed both professionally and educationally through the summer practicum and now takes on the advanced positions and procedures of the program. The student must demonstrate growth and development in both clinical and professional behavior during the practicum. The "Critical Clinical Objectives" for this practicum MUST be met in order to continue in the program.

Requires acceptance into the Radiologic Technology program Prerequisite: Grade of 80% or better in HLT 250; and Grade of 80% or better in HLT 252; and Grade of C or better in HLT 254

This course is designed to round out the student’s educational experience in the Program. Major topics included are Pharmacology, Quality Management, Ethics in Health Care, Diversity, Health Equity, and Professional and Career Development beyond the student status. Cross Sectional Anatomy, Conventional Tomography, Magnification Radiography, and Radiologic Pathology are included.

Requires acceptance into the Radiologic Technology program.
Prerequisites: Grade of 80% or better in HLT 254
**Clinical hours are subject to change based on agency availability**

The senior student begins this last clinical practicum demonstrating competence in the basic skills and exams learned in the first year. The student has progressed both professionally and educationally through the Program and continues to grow and develop both professionally and technically. All mandatory and elective competencies must be demonstrated for completion and graduation. The “Critical Clinical Objectives” for this practicum MUST be met to continue in the program.

This course substitutes HLT practicum requirements.