2021 - 2022 Catalog
Program: Radiologic Sciences
Degree Plan: Computed Tomography Advanced Technical Certificate
Note: This program may lead to an occupational license for which a prior criminal history may make a student ineligible. For more information, please visit: https://www.dallascollege.edu/hb1508.
(Advanced Technical Certificate)
- Students pursuing this award program are required to meet Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards and course prerequisites.
- Complete at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College.
Degree Plan Code: ATC.RAD.COMP.TOMO
This program prepares the student to further their radiologic science career with a specialty in computed tomography. The CT technologist uses radiation to produce cross-sectional images of the patient which are used by the physician to make a diagnosis. For the vast majority of the diagnostic procedures, the CT technologist has total responsibility for the care and well-being of the patient and must be prepared to produce quality images with care and empathy.
This program is for graduates or students in their last semester of a radiography program and/or are registered radiographer by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and Certified Medical Radiologic Technologist licensed by the Texas Department of Health.
Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
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BIOL 2401 | Anatomy and Physiology 1 OR | 4 |
SCIT 1407 | Applied Human Anatomy and Physiology 1 | (4) |
BIOL 2402 | Anatomy and Physiology 2 OR | 4 |
SCIT 1408 | Applied Human Anatomy and Physiology 2 | (4) |
RADR 2240 | Sectional Anatomy for Medical Imaging | 2 |
Prerequisite Total | 10 |
Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
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CTMT 2332 | Principles of Computed Tomography | 3 |
CTMT 2267 | Practicum (or Field Experience)-Radiologic Technology/Science-Radiographer | 2 |
Semester Total | 5 |
Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
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CTMT 2336 | Computed Tomography Equipment and Methodology | 3 |
CTMT 1391 | Special Topics in Computed Tomography Technology/Technician | 3 |
CTMT 2364 | Practicum (or Field Experience)-Radiologic Technology/Science-Radiographer | 3 |
Semester Total | 9 |
Minimum Hours Required | 24 |
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NOTE: Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four-year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four-year institution of their choice.