Radiologic Technology (XRT)

XRT 100. Orientation to Radiologic Technology. 1 Credit Hour.

Orientation to Radiologic Technology provides the student with an overview of all aspects of the radiology department and the responsibilities of a radiologic technologist.
Prerequisites: Current enrollment in the Radiologic Technology program and Reading Proficiency

XRT 101. Radiographic Procedures I. 4 Credit Hours.

Radiographic Procedures I covers radiographic anatomy, positioning, and examination procedures for the chest, abdomen, upper extremity, and lower extremity. Considerations for geriatric, mobile, and pediatric radiography are also covered in this course. Basic radiation protection, patient care procedures, and radiographic terminology are presented.
Prerequisites: Current enrollment in the Radiologic Technology program and Reading Proficiency

XRT 102. Radiographic Procedures II. 4 Credit Hours.

Radiographic Procedures II covers radiographic anatomy, positioning, and examination procedures for the pelvic girdle, vertebral column, bony thorax, and gastrointestinal system.
Prerequisites: Current enrollment in the Radiologic Technology program, XRT 101 and XRT 121 with minimum grades of "C", and Reading Proficiency

XRT 103. Radiographic Procedures III. 3 Credit Hours.

This course covers radiographic positioning, anatomy and examination procedures of the cranium and sinuses. The procedures and principles of surgical and trauma radiography are presented. The student will be introduced to various patient care and management considerations and pharmacology principles. Additional lab hours required.
Prerequisites: Current enrollment in the Radiologic Technology program, XRT 102 and XRT 116 with minimum grades of "C", and Reading Proficiency
Corequisites: XRT 108, XRT 122, XRT 213

XRT 104. Principles of Radiographic Exposure I. 3 Credit Hours.

Principles of Radiographic Exposure I gives students a foundation in radiographic image acquisition and evaluation of image quality. An in-depth coverage of technical factors and image characteristics will be presented.
Prerequisites: Current enrollment in the Radiologic Technology program and Reading Proficiency

XRT 105. Principles of Radiographic Exposure II. 3 Credit Hours.

Principles of Radiographic Exposure II introduces the fundamental principles of radiologic science, including atomic structure, electricity, magnetism, radiation physics, and x-ray production. Students explore equipment operation, circuit design, exposure factors, and radiation safety practices, with an emphasis on image quality and patient protection.
Prerequisites: Current enrollment in the Radiologic Technology program, XRT 104 with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency

XRT 107. Radiologic Physics I. 2 Credit Hours.

This course covers the fundamental principles of radiation physics and equipment to include the study of x-ray tubes, rating charts, radiation control devices and automatic processing.
Prerequisites: XRT 104 and XRT 111 with minimum grades of "C" and Reading Proficiency
Corequisites: XRT 102, XRT 105, XRT 112

XRT 108. Radiologic Physics II. 2 Credit Hours.

This course examines the x-ray machine through discussion of basic electrical concepts and circuit design. The course also examines x-ray tubes, high voltage sources and exposure timers.
Prerequisites: XRT 105, XRT 107, and XRT 116 with minimum grades of "C" and Reading Proficiency
Corequisites: XRT 103, XRT 122, XRT 213

XRT 111. Clinical Education I. 1 Credit Hour.

Clinical Education I introduces students to the responsibilities of a radiologic technologist in the clinical setting. This course enables students to observe all aspects of a radiologic technology department and provides them with the opportunity to work alongside experienced radiologic technologists.
Prerequisites: Current enrollment in Radiologic Technology program and Reading Proficiency

XRT 112. Clinical Education II. 2 Credit Hours.

Clinical Education II provides students with the skills required to practice basic to intermediate clinical applications. This course reinforces patient care, positioning, and image evaluation.
Prerequisites: Current enrollment in the Radiologic Technology program, XRT 111 with a minimum grade of "C", and Reading Proficiency

XRT 116. Summer Clinical. 3 Credit Hours.

Summer Clinical provides students with the skills necessary to practice basic to intermediate clinical applications. Students will perform all aspects of radiographic procedures, including patient care, positioning, and image evaluation.
Prerequisites: Current enrollment in the Radiologic Technology program, XRT 111 with a minimum grade of "C", and Reading Proficiency

XRT 120. Radiobiology. 2 Credit Hours.

Radiobiology explores the biological consequences of radiation exposure on the human body. The principles of radiation protection are examined.
Prerequisites: Current enrollment in the Radiologic Technology program, XRT 100, XRT 101, and XRT 104 with a minimum grade of "C", and Reading Proficiency

XRT 121. Radiographic Image Evaluation I. 2 Credit Hours.

Radiographic Image Evaluation I provides a critical analysis of radiographic images in the examination of the respiratory, abdominal, upper extremity, and lower extremity.
Prerequisites: Current enrollment in the Radiologic Technology program and Reading Proficiency

XRT 122. Radiographic Image Evaluation II. 2 Credit Hours.

Radiographic Image Evaluation II provides a critical analysis of radiographic images of the pelvic girdle, vertebral column, bony thorax, and gastrointestinal system.
Prerequisites: Current enrollment in the Radiologic Technology program, XRT 101 and XRT 121 with a minimum grade of "C", and Reading Proficiency

XRT 207. Radiologic Pathology. 2 Credit Hours.

Radiologic Pathology presents the more commonly encountered lesions of the human body as seen through the medium of x-ray. Anatomy and physiology of pathologic processes are presented by body systems to explore the rationale for many intricate radiologic examinations.
Prerequisites: Current enrollment in the Radiologic Technology program, XRT 102 and XRT 122 with a minimum grade of "C", and Reading Proficiency

XRT 208. Advanced Imaging Modalities. 2 Credit Hours.

This course presents advanced imaging modalities with an emphasis on computed tomography. Additional modalities introduced are digital radiography, magnetic resonance, sonography, nuclear medicine, radiation therapy, mammography, bone densitometry, fluoroscopy, linear tomography and fusion technology. The procedures and principles of interventional radiography are presented.
Prerequisites: XRT 105 with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency
Corequisites: XRT 207, XRT 209, XRT 214

XRT 209. Radiobiology. 2 Credit Hours.

This course is designed to explore the biological consequences of radiation exposure on the human body. The principles of radiation protection will be examined.
Prerequisites: XRT 103 and XRT 108 with minimum grades of "C" and Reading Proficiency
Corequisites: XRT 207, XRT 208, XRT 214

XRT 211. Radiologic Technology Capstone Course. 4 Credit Hours.

Radiologic Technology Capstone Course provides a comprehensive review of the major components of radiologic technology in preparation for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) national certification exam.
Prerequisites: Current enrollment in the Radiologic Technology program, XRT 226 and XRT 223 with a minimum grade of "C", and Reading Proficiency

XRT 212. Professional Development in Radiography. 2 Credit Hours.

This course explores topics in the field of radiologic technology. Those topics include current trends in the imaging profession, career options, the importance of continuing education to the profession and professional traits of a registered Radiologic Technologist.
Prerequisites: XRT 207, XRT 208, XRT 209, and XRT 214 with minimum grades of "C", and Reading Proficiency
Corequisites: XRT 211, XRT 215

XRT 213. Clinical Education III. 3 Credit Hours.

Clinical Education III provides the student with the skills required to practice intermediate and advanced clinical applications. This course introduces radiologic procedures in pediatrics, surgery, and trauma.
Prerequisites: Current enrollment in the Radiologic Technology program, XRT 116 with a minimum grade of "C", and Reading Proficiency

XRT 214. Clinical Education IV. 3 Credit Hours.

Clinical Education IV provides the student with the clinical time to hone their skills in all aspects of clinical applications. This course introduces radiologic procedures in advanced modalities.
Prerequisites: Current enrollment in the Radiologic Technology program, XRT 213 with a minimum grade of "C", and Reading Proficiency

XRT 215. Clinical Education VI. 2 Credit Hours.

This course is designed to provide the student with the opportunity to complete all American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and Radiography program remaining clinical competency requirements.
Prerequisites: XRT 214 with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency
Corequisites: XRT 211, XRT 212

XRT 223. Radiographic Procedures III. 3 Credit Hours.

Radiographic Procedures III covers radiographic positioning, anatomy, and examination procedures of the cranium and sinuses. The procedures and principles of surgical and trauma radiography are presented. The student is introduced to various patient care and management considerations, as well as pharmacology principles.
Prerequisites: Current enrollment in the Radiologic Technology program, XRT 102 and XRT 122 with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency

XRT 226. Principles of Radiographic Exposure III. 3 Credit Hours.

Principles of Radiographic Exposure III is an in-depth coverage of image acquisition technologies, accessories, advanced technical factor selection, and effects on image quality and patient exposure.
Prerequisites: Current enrollment in the Radiologic Technology program, XRT 105 with a minimum grade of "C", and Reading Proficiency