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Radiology Tech Associate of Applied Science Degree The Radiology Technology program prepares individuals to operate radiographic equipment and prepare patients for various types of diagnostic procedures. The radiographer operates radiographic equipment necessary for any examination, positions patients and determines proper voltage-current and desired exposure time for each radiograph. The radiographer is also responsible for processing the film and maintaining patient records. The program curriculum includes anatomy and physiology, mathematics, fundamentals of radiographic exposure, positioning, procedures and radiation protection, film critique and professional ethics. This 24-month program is approved by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology and the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs. The successful graduate is eligible to apply for certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. Students enrolled in this program may be required to work 40 hours-per-week in the clinical affiliates during semester breaks. |