Radiologic Science
Program Chair
Mike Mixdorf, M.Ed., R.T. (R)(CT)
253.566.5168 mmixdorf@tacomacc.edu
TCC’s Radiologic Science program prepares students for employment as Radiologic Technologists and leads to an Associate in Applied Sciences degree. Clinical practice is performed in program affiliated hospitals and imaging centers. TCC’s Radiologic Science program is in Diagnostic Radiography only. The program courses are offered sequentially and students should plan to attend full time.
The TCC Radiologic Science program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology, 20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 2850, Chicago, IL 60606-3182, 312.704.5300, email: mail@jrcert.org. The JCERT website is: www.jcert.org.
Graduates of the Radiologic Science program are eligible to apply to take the national certification examination administered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. Successful completion of the registry examination results in national certification as a Registered Radiologic Technologist, RT (R) ARRT.
Program Learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of the AAS degree in Radiologic Science, students will:
- Perform competently in the clinical arena including application of correct positioning skills and demonstration of correct application of technical factors.
- Communicate effectively with patients and members of the healthcare team by demonstrating effective oral and written communication skills.
- Think critically and adapt to changing conditions, such as adapting positioning skills for trauma patients and technical factors for atypical exams.
- Demonstrate professionalism as members of the healthcare team, including demonstration of responsibility and accountability.
- Program Prerequisites (35 credits)
Medical Terminology I |
3 |
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Human Anatomy and Physiology 1 |
6 |
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Human Anatomy and Physiology 2 |
6 |
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Chemical Concepts I |
5 |
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Mathematics for the Health Sciences (recommended) |
5 |
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or MATH 095 |
Intermediate Algebra |
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English Composition I |
5 |
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Introduction to Communication |
5 |
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or CMST 110 |
Multicultural Communication |
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or CMST& 220 |
Public Speaking |
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Additional Requirements
Contact the Radiologic Science program for information about:
- Criminal and federal fraud background checks
- Health insurance
- Immunizations
All prerequisite and RS course work must be completed with ‘C’ grades or higher within two attempts.
Students are responsible for arranging dependable transportation to and from the clinical sites and dependable child/dependent care. Admission to the Radiologic Science program is competitive. There are usually more applicants than available positions. Students who complete prerequisite courses and meet other application requirements are not guaranteed program admission.
Associate in Applied Sciences Degree
(109 credits)
- 1st Quarter (Fall 18 credits)
Radiologic Sciences Orientation |
3 |
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Fundamentals of Radiologic Science & Health Care |
4 |
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Radiographic Positioning I |
5 |
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Principles of Image Formation |
1 |
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Introduction to Fundamentals of Patient Care |
5 |
- 2nd Quarter (Winter 15 credits)
Radiation Physics I |
4 |
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Clinical Education I |
5 |
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Radiographic Positioning II |
5 |
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Principles of Digital Radiography I |
1 |
- 3rd Quarter (Spring 16 credits)
Radiation Physics II |
5 |
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Clinical Education II |
5 |
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Radiographic Positioning III |
5 |
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Principles of Digital Radiography II |
1 |
- 4th Quarter (Summer 10 credits)
Clinical Education III |
10 |
- 5th Quarter (Fall 16 credits)
Pharmacology IV: Therapy |
3 |
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Clinical Education IV |
7 |
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Radiographic Positioning IV |
3 |
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Cross Sectional Anatomy |
3 |
- 6th Quarter (Winter 12 credits)
Imaging Pathology |
1 |
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Clinical Education V |
7 |
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Leadership and Management |
1 |
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Radiographic Positioning V |
3 |
- 7th Quarter (Spring 12 credits)
Advanced Healthcare Organization |
3 |
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Clinical Education VI |
7 |
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Advanced Imaging Modalities |
1 |
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Student Leadership Seminar |
1 |
- 8th Quarter (Summer 10 credits)
Clinical Education VII |
10 |