Catalog 05-06 - NHTI - Concord's Community College

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While CollegeSource®, Inc. and Career Guidance Foundation provides information as a service to the public, copyright is retained on all digital catalogs.Curriculum for students entering program in 2005-06.Radiologic Technology(Early summer start date each year )The Radiologic Technology program integrates scientific conceptsand working skills through intensive clinical experience and classroomstudy. The program requires 24 months of study. The RT specializes in themedical application of Radiographic techniques and equipment in thetreatment of patients.The degree of Associatein Science with a majorin Radiologic Technology isawarded upon the successfulcompletion of the program.Graduates are eligible to sitfor the certification examinationconducted by theAmerican Registry of RadiologicTechnologists to practiceas a Registered RadiologicTechnologist.Admission to the RadiologicTechnology program is verycompetitive. Selection is determinedby a cumulative point system that is based on the high school prerequisitecourses and grades, college courses and grades (only those courses required in theRadiologic Technology Program), an essay and a personal interview. It is highlyrecommended that applicants complete as many of the General Education courses(non-Radiology courses) as possible prior to application to the program. A course inMedical Terminology is strongly recommended. This will enhance the application foradmission as well as lighten the academic load. These courses can be taken at NHTIthrough the General Studies Program. Once in the General Studies program studentsshould consult that program’s department head regarding course selection. A“Request for Change of Program” form, available from the Admissions Office,should be submitted during the Fall semester prior to program start.Diagnostic Medical ImagingMission StatementIn concert with the Institute’s Mission Statement, the DiagnosticMedical Imaging Department provides the highest standards of theoreticaland clinical educational experiences for its students, therebyempowering them to improve the public’s health by ensuring accessto quality Sonographic and Radiologic health care. Through a processof continuous improvement, we will exceed expectations in educatingour students.Health ProgramsFIRST YEARSUMMER SEMESTER (8 weeks)CL LAB CR# XR 103 Radiographic Positioning I 1 2 2# XR 109 Clinical Seminar 1 0 1# XR 116 Image Production and Evaluation I 2 2 3# XR 151 Radiologic Nursing Procedures 2 0 28FALL SEMESTERBI 195 Anatomy and Physiology I 3 2 4EN 101 English Composition 4 0 4MT 120 Contemporary College Math 4 0 4# XR 159 Radiographic Positioning II and ClinicalProcedures I 3 18 7# XR 220 Image Production and Evaluation II 2 2 322SPRING SEMESTERBI 196 Anatomy and Physiology II 3 2 4EN 120 Communications 3 0 3# XR 164 Radiographic Positioning III andClinical Procedures II 3 18 7# XR 180 Radiographic Equipment Operationand Maintenance 3 0 317SECOND YEARSUMMER SEMESTER (11 weeks)PY 105 Introduction to Psychology 3 0 3# XR 201 Pathology forRadiologic Technologists 3 0 3# XR 203 Advanced Radiographic Procedures 3 0 3# XR 165 Radiographic Clinical Procedures III 0 24 413FALL SEMESTERIT 102 PC Applications 3 0 3SO 105 Introduction to Sociology 3 0 3# XR 123 Radiation Protection 3 0 3# XR 294 Radiographic Clinical Procedures IV 0 24 413SPRING SEMESTERPI 242 Contemporary Ethical Issues 3 0 3# XR 295 Radiographic Clinical Procedures V 0 32 69TOTAL CREDITS 82# Indicates major field courses.Health, Character and Technical Standards, see page 48.HEALTHSpecific Admission RequirementsPreference will be given to applicants whose applications are completeand received by the NHTI Admissions Office no later than January 20, 2006for Summer 2006 admission (with the exception of the interview).1. High school or college biology with lab AND chemistry with lab,both with grades of “C” or higher;2. College preparatory algebra I with a grade of “C” or higher orNHTI’s MT 103 and MT 104 both with grades of “C” or higher;3. Personal interview will be arranged with the applicant by the AdmissionOffice once the admission file is complete;4. Applicants must attend a half-day informational seminar in the departmentprior to admission. Seminars are scheduled in the Fall semester.A written essay summarizing the candidate’s research intothe field of Radiologic Technology is required following the seminar.This essay is part of the cumulative point system for admission.Contact the Diagnostic Medical Imaging Department (603-271-7159)to schedule an informational seminar just prior to the Fall semester.5. The applicant must complete a course in CardiopulmonaryResuscitationand Airway Obstruction Management for one and two personadult, infant, and child before program registration.Though this curriculum is designed to be completed in the format listed, students may choose to take more time, depending on their individualcircumstances. Students who anticipate taking more time to complete the program are strongly encouraged to consult with their department head at thetime of registration each semester to ensure that prerequisite requirements are met and course selection is appropriate.39