Imaging Sciences Area (Computed Tomography/Magnetic Resonance Track) – Bachelor of Science
Program Competencies
CT Goals and Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
- Students will be clinically competent.
- Students select appropriate scan parameters to provide optimal image quality.
- Students employ proper radiation and safety practices in the clinical setting.
- Students will employ critical thinking skills.
- Students adapt imaging parameters for pathological considerations.
- Students employ critical thinking skills in providing patient care while anticipating patient needs throughout a CT procedure. Students apply scientific inquiry in the application of MR.
- Students will model professionalism.
- Students analyze the importance of professionalism in the practice of imaging.
- Students participate in a professional imaging activity.
- Students will employ effective communication skills in the healthcare environment.
- Students demonstrate appropriate communication skills.
- Student utilize appropriate communication skills in education the patient on general aspects of computed tomography and procedure specifics.
MR Goals and Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
- Students will be clinically competent.
- Students select appropriate scan parameters to provide optimal image quality.
- Students employ proper safety practices in the clinical setting.
- Students will employ critical thinking skills.
- Students adapt imaging parameters for pathological considerations.
- Students apply scientific inquiry in the application of magnetic resonance.
- Students will model professionalism.
- Students analyze the importance of professionalism in the practice of imaging.
- Students participate in a professional activity.
- Students will employ effective communication skills in the healthcare environment.
- Students demonstrate appropriate communication skills.
- Students utilize appropriate communication skills in education the patient on general aspects of magnetic resonance and procedure specifics.
Assessment
- Survey of graduates
- Survey of employers
- Monitoring of certification examinations
- Program enrollment records
Program Requirements
General Education
MATH 152, 174 or 175 | Math General Education Core (choose one) | 3-4 |
BIOL 234 | Principles of Human Anatomy and Physiology I (NSC1) | 3 |
CTMR 499C | Seminar in Magnetic Resonance | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: | 36-37 |
Refer to the General Education section for a complete listing of general education courses and requirements for the University.
Area Requirements
Imaging Sciences Core Requirements
BIOL 235 | Principles of Human Anatomy and Physiology II | 3 |
IMS/NURS 202 | Medical Terminology | 2 |
RSCI 200 | Patient Care | 3 |
RSCI 206 | Radiographic Anatomy, Positioning and Imaging Production I | 6 |
RSCI 210 | Radiographic Equipment and Imaging I | 3 |
RSCI 230 | Radiography Clinical Internship I | 10 |
RSCI 310 | Radiographic Anatomy, Positioning and Image Production II | 4 |
RSCI 320 | Radiography Clinical Internship II | 10 |
RSCI 335 | Radiation Biology and Protection | 2 |
RSCI 346 | Radiation Physics and Electronics | 2 |
Total Credit Hours: | 45 |
CTMR Track Requirements
CTMR 403 | Computed Tomographic Physics and Instrumentation | 3 |
CTMR 405 | Computed Tomography/Magnetic Resonance Sectional Anatomy | 4 |
CTMR 413 | Advanced Patient Care | 3 |
CTMR 443 | Imaging Procedures in Computed Tomography | 4 |
CTMR 451 | Magnetic Resonance Physical Principles of Image Formation | 4 |
CTMR 455 | Imaging Procedures in Magnetic Resonance | 3 |
CTMR 461 | Magnetic Resonance Practicum | 8 |
CTMR 467 | Computed Tomography Practicum I | 8 |
CTMR 483 | Seminar in Computed Tomography | 2 |
Total Credit Hours: | 39 |
Upon permission, experienced sonographers may elect to take "CLEP" tests for credit in subjects they have mastered. Refer to the University and department "CLEP" policies for additional information.
Total Credit Hours: 120-121