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About the Program A Radiologic Technologist, or Radiographer, is the allied health professional who assists the physicians specializing in the use of x-ray to diagnose disease and injuries. Radiographers exercise initiative and independent judgment in the performance of x-ray examination. A radiographer operates x-ray equipment, provides patient care and patient protection, produces and processes radiographs, and maintains quality control. Delgado's Radiologic Technology Program is a 24-month Associate of Applied Science degree program. Graduates are eligible to take state and national board exams. The Radiologic Technology Program at Delgado Community College is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.  PROGAM MISSION STATEMENT    The mission of the Radiologic Technology program is to provide students with a comprehensive educational program that will prepare them to become effective participants with high ideals in the medical imaging profession. The Radiologic Technology program attempts to instill a positive influence on character and a desire for lifelong learning.     PROGRAM GOALS AND STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES  Goal:  Offer courses leading to an Associate of Applied Science degree, which prepares students for entry level positions in the field of Radiologic Technology. Student Learning Outcomes: Students/Graduates will be adequately prepared as entry level radiographers. Student/Graduates will indicate that course of study adequately prepared them for an Associate of Applied Science Degree. Students will pass the ARRT certification examination and/or licensure examination. Goal:  Graduates will be clinically competent while demonstrating quality patient care. Student Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to perform routine procedures. Students will apply critical thinking to adapt standard procedures for non-routine/trauma patients. Students/Graduates will demonstrate professionalism in clinical settings. Student/Graduates will demonstrate quality patient care. Goal:  Graduates will fulfill the needs of the healthcare community. Student Learning Outcomes: Graduates will possess necessary skills for employment as Radiographers Graduates will perform procedures with competency and efficiency. Graduates will communicate effectively in the clinical setting.    Goal:  Encourage graduates to pursue advanced degrees or advanced certifications and to instill the desire for lifelong learning. Student Learning Outcomes:  Graduates will pursue advanced certification in an advanced imaging modality. Graduates will pursue advanced degrees. POST PRIMARY COURSE INFORMATION The Delgado Community College Radiologic Technology program will offer the following didactic courses to assist individuals preparing for ARRT post-primary certification in Computed Tomography, MRI and Mammography.  For post-primary pathway to certification, candidates must hold registration in a supporting category and document ARRT-specified clinical experience.  Further ARRT certification details may be found on the ARRT website - www.ARRT.org  RADT 265 Mammography for Radiologic Technologists I - 3 credits This course will present principles of mammography, including anatomy, physiology, pathology, positioning of the breast and quality assurance. Prerequisite: current enrollment in 2nd year of radiologic technology program or certification in radiography (ARRT). RADT 270  Computed Tomography for Radiologic Technologists I – 3 credits This course will present principles of computed tomography, including cross-sectional anatomy, pathology and special needs of the patient. Prerequisite: current enrollment in 2nd year of Radiologic Technology program or certification in one of the following categories – Radiography (ARRT), Nuclear Medicine Technology (ARRT or NMTCB) and Radiation Therapy (ARRT). RADT 271 Computed Tomography for Radiologic Technologists II - 3 credits This course will present preparation for advanced certification exam in CT given by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and for employment as a CT technologist.  Prerequisite(s):  Radiologic technologist certified by or eligible for certification by the ARRT with clinical knowldege of CT. RADT 280 Magnetic Resonance Imaging for Radiologic Technologists I - 3 credits This course will present the process of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), including pulse sequences, MRI safety, MRI equipment, scan paramenters, anatomy, pathology, and special needs of patient.  Enhances professional skills of radiologic technologists in field of MRI.  To register in these courses please apply to Delgado Community College, or if previously enrolled at DCC reactivate your application.  After the application has been activated or processed, please call Julie Thompson (504) 671-6203 or e-mail jthomp@dcc.edu for enrollment in the course. Please contact the Bursar’s office for fee information, payment methods and deadlines (504) 671-5455. Please note, each course, if successfully completed with a "C" or better is eligibile for continuing education credits.