RAD 100 - Introduction to Radiology Sciences

Credits: 2
Lecture Contact Hours: 2
Description: This course provides an orientation to the Radiologic Technology Program. Emphasis is on the student’s role as a radiographer in the healthcare delivery system including, responsibilities, professional organizations, accreditation, regulatory agencies and program personnel. The course provides an overview of the foundations of radiology; practices and policies of healthcare organizations are also examined. Review of basic radiology equipment, radiation protection and radiology medical terminology will be included.

Prerequisites: COLLS 053 with a minimum grade of 2.0 or minimum score of 18 ACT-Reading, 25 SAT-Reading, 70 CPT-Reading Comprehension or 250 NGA-Reading. ENG 055 with a minimum grade of 2.0 or minimum score of 18 ACT-English, 25 SAT-Writing and Language, 71 CPT-Sentence Skills or 250 NGA-Writing.
Corequisites: None.
Recommended: None.

Course Category: Occupational
This Course is Typically Offered: Fall Only
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Students who already have this knowledge or certification may qualify for prior learning credit. https://www.schoolcraft.edu/student-records/prior-learning-credits