Computed Tomography and MRI Diploma (D45200)
The Computed Tomography and Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technology curriculum prepares the individual to use specialized equipment to visualize cross-sectional anatomical structures and aid physicians in the demonstration of pathologies and disease processes. Individuals entering this curriculum must be a registered or registry-eligible radiologic technologist, radiation therapist, or nuclear medicine technologist.
Course work prepares the technologist to provide patient care and perform studies utilizing imaging equipment, professional communication, and quality assurance in scheduled and emergency procedures through academic and clinical studies.
Graduates may be eligible to sit for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist Advanced-Level testing in Computed Tomography and/or Magnetic Resonance Imaging examinations. They may find employment in facilities that perform these imaging procedures.
Course and Hour Requirements
Major Courses
| CAT 210 | CT Physics & Equipment |
3
|
0
| | 3 |
| CAT 211 | CT Procedures |
4
|
0
| | 4 |
| CAT 225 | CT Clinical Practicum |
0
|
0
|
15
| 5 |
| CAT 226 | CT Clinical Practicum |
0
|
0
|
18
| 6 |
| MRI 210 | MRI Physics and Equipment |
3
|
0
| | 3 |
| MRI 211 | MRI Procedures |
4
|
0
| | 4 |
| MRI 225 | MRI Clinical Practicum |
0
|
0
|
15
| 5 |
| MRI 226 | MRI Clinical Practicum |
0
|
0
|
18
| 6 |
Total Major Hours: 36
General Education Courses
Communications:
Total General Education Hours: 6
TOTAL CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION: 42
Suggested Sequence of Courses
FIRST YEAR
Fall Semester
| CAT 211 | CT Procedures |
4
|
0
| | 4 |
| CAT 225 | CT Clinical Practicum |
0
|
0
|
15
| 5 |
| ENG 111 | Writing and Inquiry |
3
|
0
| | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: |
7
|
0
|
15
| 12 |
Spring Semester
| CAT 210 | CT Physics & Equipment |
3
|
0
| | 3 |
| CAT 226 | CT Clinical Practicum |
0
|
0
|
18
| 6 |
| PSY 150 | General Psychology |
3
|
0
| | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: |
6
|
0
|
18
| 12 |
SECOND YEAR
Fall Semester
| MRI 211 | MRI Procedures |
4
|
0
| | 4 |
| MRI 225 | MRI Clinical Practicum |
0
|
0
|
15
| 5 |
| Total Credit Hours: |
4
|
0
|
15
| 9 |
Spring Semester
| MRI 210 | MRI Physics and Equipment |
3
|
0
| | 3 |
| MRI 226 | MRI Clinical Practicum |
0
|
0
|
18
| 6 |
| Total Credit Hours: |
3
|
0
|
18
| 9 |
TOTAL CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION: 42
| Diploma | College Transfer |
Yes
|
No
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