Associate of Applied Science Degree
10-526-1
Radiography prepares individuals for a career in diagnostic radiology (X-Ray) as a radiographer. The radiographer is a technologist who produces images of the human body to aid physicians in the diagnosis of injuries and diseases. Graduates of the program are eligible to take the entry-level certification examination administered by the American Registry of Radiography Technologists (ARRT) and may obtain employment in the x-ray departments associated with hospitals, medical clinics, veterinary clinics, and private offices. Program curriculum focuses on theoretical and applied radiography and includes a clinical experience in a radiographic department. The program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT). Students learn to use x-ray imaging machines to demonstrate body parts on x-ray films for diagnostic purposes, including diagnostic radiology, bedside and trauma procedures, pediatric radiography, and special procedures.
Program Outcomes
- Carry out the production and evaluation of radiographic images
- Practice radiation safety principles
- Provide quality patient care
- Model professional and ethical behavior consistent with the A.R.R.T. Code of Ethics
- Apply critical thinking and problem solving skills in the practice of diagnostic radiography
The methodology used to evaluate and assess the radiography outcomes is provided in detail to students during the new student orientation and is available to applicants of the program upon request.
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All students enrolled in the Blackhawk Technical College Associate Degree Radiography Program must progress through the radiography program curriculum (e.g. all courses starting with the prefix 526) in the sequence prescribed by the program, without exception.
| Courses Taken Prior to Program Entry | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| 801-136 | English Composition 1 | 3 |
| 806-177 | General Anatomy and Physiology | 4 |
| Credits | 7 | |
| Semester 1 (Summer) | ||
| 526-158 | Introduction to Radiography | 3 |
| 526-168 | Radiography Clinical 1 | 2 |
| Credits | 5 | |
| Semester 2 (Fall Year 1) | ||
| 526-149 | Radiographic Procedures 1 | 5 |
| 526-159 | Radiographic Imaging | 3 |
| 526-192 | Radiography Clinical 2 | 3 |
| Credits | 11 | |
| Semester 3 (Spring Year 1) | ||
| 526-191 | Radiographic Procedures 2 | 5 |
| 526-230 | Advanced Radiographic Imaging | 2 |
| 526-193 | Radiography Clinical 3 | 3 |
| 801-198 | Speech | 3 |
| Credits | 13 | |
| Semester 4 (Summer) | ||
| 526-199 | Radiography Clinical 4 | 3 |
| Credits | 3 | |
| Semester 5 (Fall Year 2) | ||
| 526-194 | Imaging Equipment Operation | 3 |
| 526-231 | Imaging Modalities | 2 |
| 526-195 | Radiographic Image Analysis | 2 |
| 526-190 | Radiography Clinical 5 | 2 |
| 809-196 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
| Credits | 12 | |
| Semester 6 (Spring Year 2) | ||
| 526-189 | Radiographic Pathology | 1 |
| 526-197 | Radiation Protection and Biology | 3 |
| 526-174 | ARRT Certification Seminar | 2 |
| 526-198 | Radiography Clinical 6 | 2 |
| 809-198 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| Credits | 11 | |
| Total Credits | 62 | |
The Blackhawk Technical College Associate Degree Radiography program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education Radiologic Technology (JRCERT), 20 Wacker Dr., Suite 20, Chicago, IL 60606-3182, (312) 704-5300. http://www.jrcert.org
Graduates of the BTC radiography are eligible to sit for the certification examination in radiography prepared by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologies (ARRT). https://www.arrt.org
Program Mission
The mission of the Blackhawk Technical College Associate Degree Radiography program is to prepare the Student to Practice Entry-Level Diagnostic Medical Radiography.
Program Goals
- Students Will Perform Competent Radiography
- Students Will Communicate Effectively
- Students Will Use Critical Thinking and Problem Solving Skills
- Students Will Demonstrate Professionalism