Courses

Topics covered include cell structure and function, genetics, reproduction, and development of animal systems. (3 Units)

This course is designed for professional nursing and general college students. Included are a general survey of human histology and the study of structure and function of organ systems of the human body, including the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, endocrine, and nervous systems. Structure and function of sensory organs are also included in the course. Should be taken with Anatomy and Physiology I Lab . (3 Units)

A laboratory experience designed to illustrate and reinforce topics covered in BIO 153 Anatomy and Physiology I. Included is the detailed study of cells, tissues, the structure and function of the skeleton, the muscles, and the nervous and endocrine systems of the human body using laboratory experience and demonstration. Prerequisite: BIOL1530 (1 Units)

A continuation of BIO 153 - Anatomy and Physiology I. Included is the study of structure and function of the circulatory (blood, heart, blood vessels, and circulation), lymphatic, immune, respiratory, urinary, and reproductive systems. Should be taken with BIO 163L - Anatomy and Physiology II Lab. (3 Units)

A laboratory experience designed to illustrate and reinforce topics covered in Anatomy and Physiology II. Included is the study of circulatory, lymphatic, immune, respiratory, urinary, and reproductive systems using laboratory experience and demonstration. Prerequisite: BIOL1630 (1 Units)

The analysis of the Greek and Latin components of medical and biological terms with the objective of developing skills in word recognition and word building. (3 Units)

A review of fundamental topics in chemistry including units of measurements, classifications of matter, atomic and molecular structure, bonding, the periodic table, chemical reactions, solutions, gases, and energy. (3 Units)

A calculus-based course including an introduction to derivatives and integrals, dimensional analysis, analytical geometry, trigonometry, vectors, experimental error and other topics to provide a mathematical foundation for natural science majors. Prerequisite: MATH1150 (0 Units)

Basic concepts of analytical geometry, limits and derivatives, differentials and rates, integration, definite and indefinite integrals, differentiation of logarithmic and exponential functions. Prerequisite: MATH1350 (0 Units)

The first course in a 2-semester calculus-based physics sequence for science and mathematics majors. A study of mechanics, heat and thermodynamics, waves, sound, and the mathematical methods of physics. Should be taken with PHY 214L - Physics for Scientists I Lab and PHY 214D - Physics for Scientists I Discussion. Prerequisite: MATH1450 (3 Units)

This laboratory course, designed to be taken concurrently with PHY 214 - Physics for Scientists I, emphasizes scientific measuring and reporting techniques. Observational laboratories will reinforce topics in mechanics, including kinematics, Newton's Laws, momentum, energy, waves, sound, and thermodynamics. Prerequisite: PHYS2140 (1 Units)

Mathematical theory and applications, development of formulae, principles of statistical decision theory, descriptive measurements, probability concepts, random variables, normal distribution, inferential statistics, sampling distributions, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, chi-squared procedures, linear regression, and the use of computers in statistics. (3 Units)

This course is an introduction to the role of the Radiologic Technologist. Students will learn about the profession, including professional roles, ethics, standards, professional development, regulation, accreditation, quality management, and legal issues. (3 Units)

This course introduces the concepts of optimal patient care, including consideration for the physical and psychological needs of the patient and family. Routine and emergency patient care procedures are described, as well as infection control procedures using standard precautions. (4 Units)

This course provides an overview of various health information systems, with emphasis on case studies of systems utilized in areas such as patient-care, clinical decision-support, disease and demographic surveillance, imaging and simulation, and safety and environmental assessment. Fundamentals of proposing, reporting, and refereeing evaluation studies are covered. Legal and ethical issues related to training, security, confidentiality, and the use of informed consent are also addressed. (3 Units)

Principles and methods used to investigate the distribution, determinants, and prevention strategies for disease in human populations. Major topics include: disease classification, measures of disease frequency and relative effect, comparisons and contrasts of analytic study designs, methods used to isolate effects, statistical significance testing, interpretation of results, and screening for latent disease. (0 Units)

This course introduces students to the basic pathogenesis of disease in human beings. The course will describe the most common disorders as they relate to each major body system while exploring the etiology, risk factors, diagnostic and prognostic procedures of each disease. This course also studies the pathology and general health management of disease and injuries across the human lifespan. (3 Units)

This course provides an introduction to clinical research design with statistical analysis. The emphasis will be on the student designing her or his practical research project by the end of the semester. Content would include developing the research question, choosing the (1) study design, (2) study subjects, (3) measurements (independent and dependent variables), data management (including designing the data collection form) and statistical analysis (including sample size estimation and power), ethical issues, implementation, and publication of results. Prerequisite: STAT1440 (3 Units)

In this course students will establish a defined knowledge base of factors that govern the radiographic image production process. (3 Units)

In this course, students will develop the knowledge base necessary to perform standard imaging procedures and special studies. Consideration is given to the evaluation of optimal diagnostic imaging. (3 Units)

In this class students will develop the knowledge necessary to perform head, chest, torso, abdominal images, and fluoroscopy procedures. Consideration is given to the evaluation of optimal diagnostic imaging. Prerequisite: RADS3250 (3 Units)

In this class students will develop the knowledge necessary to perform advanced imaging of the head, abdomen, chest, images, fluoroscopy, trauma exams, operating room exams and have a special procedures rotation. Consideration is given to the evaluation of optimal diagnostic imaging. This course will review previously learned content and prepare students for the ARRT board exam. Prerequisite: RADS3350 (4 Units)

Content and clinical practice experiences are designed to sequentially develop, apply, critically analyze, integrate, synthesize, and evaluate concepts and theories in the performance of radiologic procedures. Through structured, sequential, competency-based clinical assignments, concepts of team practice, patient-centered clinical practice and professional development are discussed, examined, and evaluated. (2 Units)

Content and clinical practice experiences are designed to sequentially develop, apply, critically analyze, integrate, synthesize, and evaluate concepts and theories in the performance of radiologic procedures. Through structured, sequential, competency-based clinical assignments, concepts of team practice, patient-centered clinical practice and professional development are discussed, examined, and evaluated. Prerequisite: RADS3500 (2 Units)

This course provides a basis for analyzing radiographic images, and the evaluation of pathology. Included are the importance of optimal imaging standards, discussion of a problem-solving technique for image evaluation and the factors that can affect image quality, and the identification and evaluation of pathology. Actual images will be included for analysis. Prerequisite: RADS3550 (3 Units)

This course provides basic concepts of pharmacology, venipuncture and administration of diagnostic contrast agents and intravenous medications. The appropriate delivery of patient care during these procedures is emphasized. (3 Units)

This course provides an overview of the principles of the interaction of radiation with living systems. Radiation effects on molecules, cells, tissues and the body as a whole are presented. Factors affecting biological response are presented, including acute and chronic effects of radiation. In addition, this course establishes a basic knowledge of atomic structure and terminology. Also presented are the nature and characteristics of radiation, x-ray production and the fundamentals of photon interactions with matter. (3 Units)

Content and clinical practice experiences are designed to sequentially develop, apply, critically analyze, integrate, synthesize, and evaluate concepts and theories in the performance of radiologic procedures. Through structured, sequential, competency-based clinical assignments, concepts of team practice, patient-centered clinical practice and professional development are discussed, examined, and evaluated. Prerequisite: RADS4500 (4 Units)

Content and clinical practice experiences are designed to sequentially develop, apply, critically analyze, integrate, synthesize, and evaluate concepts and theories in the performance of radiologic procedures. Through structured, sequential, competency-based clinical assignments, concepts of team practice, patient-centered clinical practice and professional development are discussed, examined, and evaluated. Prerequisite: RADS4550 (4 Units)

In this course, students will reflect on their classroom, lab, and clinical experiences, culminating in a portfolio of their academic experience. In addition, students will begin preparing to take licensure and certification examinations that will qualify them to practice as professional radiographers. Prerequisite: RADS4500 (2 Units)

This course is designed to prepare students for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) exam in Radiography. This course will provide a comprehensive review that will prepare students to successfully pass their ARRT board exam. This course will include a mock board review exam. (0 Units)

This course will provide a broad understanding of physics and imaging techniques used in computed tomography (CT). Principles related to data acquisition and image formation are presented along with post processing, display, and archival techniques. Students will be provided with board review lectures and content to prepare them for their ARRT board exam. (3 Units)

This course provides the clinical education necessary to become proficient in the skills required of a CT technologist. Each student is required to complete a total of 375 clinical hours and the clinical experience requirements as outlined by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). (4 Units)

This course introduces concepts related to disease with etiological considerations. This course provides an understanding of how the disease process works and recognizing the radiographic appearance of specific diseases. Anatomical structures will be located and identified in axial (transverse), sagittal, coronal and orthogonal (oblique) planes. Prerequisite: RADS4990 (2 Units)

This course serves as a comprehensive study and review of cross-sectional anatomy and cross-sectional pathology. Students will identify anatomical structures and recognize pathological changes across multiple imaging modalities including CT and MRI. Anatomical structures and disease processes will be studied in axial (transverse), sagittal, coronal, and orthogonal (oblique) planes. (3 Units)

This course will provide a broad understanding of physics, patient care, and imaging techniques used in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Principles related to data acquisition and image formation are presented along with post processing, display, and archival techniques. Students will be provided with board review lectures and content to prepare them for their ARRT board exam. (3 Units)

This course provides the clinical education necessary to become proficient in the skills required of an MRI technologist. Each student is required to complete a total of 375 clinical hours and the clinical experience requirements as outlined by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). (4 Units)

This course introduces concepts related to disease with etiological considerations. This course provides an understanding of how the disease process works and recognizing the radiographic appearance of specific diseases. Anatomical structures will be located and identified in axial (transverse), sagittal, coronal and orthogonal (oblique) planes. Prerequisite: RADS4990 (2 Units)

This course serves as a comprehensive study and review of cross-sectional anatomy and cross-sectional pathology. Students will identify anatomical structures and recognize pathological changes across multiple imaging modalities including CT and MRI. Anatomical structures and disease processes will be studied in axial (transverse), sagittal, coronal, and orthogonal (oblique) planes. (3 Units)

This course is designed to meet the California state exam requirements for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist in mammography. Documentation will be provided upon completion for students to sit for boards. Corequisite: RADS4260 (3 Units)

The course satisfies the clinical component of the Mammography course and provides the clinical education necessary to meet the California state exam requirements, as well as the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) in mammography. Students will be provided board review lectures and content to prepare them for their ARRT board exam. Documentation will be provided upon completion for students to sit for boards. Corequisite: RADS4250 (3 Units)