20-21 Undergraduate Catalog

BS in Medical Imaging

Area of Study Overview

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The Bachelor of Science BS degree with an area of study in Medical Imaging is limited to certified, licensed radiographers possessing a required certification: ARRT Radiographer; ARRT- RT R; or N.J. license NJ-LRTR. Qualifying certifications are issued by a Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology JRCERT accredited hospital-based program. Students must present a copy of the original certificate and current renewal card. A total of 18 Area of Study credits must be from 300/400 level courses. The degree is a 120-credit program.

Degree Requirements

Higher-Level Math above Intermediate Algebra

CIS-107 or above

HPS-200

MAT-115

BIO-211

BIO-212

PHY-115 or CHE-121

Notes

  • Certification: ARRT Radiographer ARRT-RT R or NJ license NJ-LRTR copy of original certificate and current renewal card.
  • How Students Earn Credit in the Area of Study: The certification covers almost all of the credits required in the area of study. A second certification nuclear medicine, radiation therapy or radiation protection would complete the area of study.
  • A total of 18 area of study credits must be from courses at the 300 level or above.

Note: Courses listed in the area of study are offered as a guide. Other courses may also be considered appropriate for the program. The inclusion of similar courses must be reviewed by the evaluation team. Students must submit their program plan for review to ensure that course selection is appropriate for the degree.

Credit Distribution

Courses in the Area of Study are listed as a guide. Other courses may satisfy the areas. For TESU course options, please contact an Advisor.

I General Education Requirements (60 Credits)

II. Area of Study (45 Credits)

-TRSFR REQ.
Radiation and Nuclear Physics

3

-TRSFR REQ.
Pathology

3

-TRSFR REQ.
Radiation Biology and Protection

3

-TRSFR REQ.
Digital Imaging Acquisition and Display

3

-TRSFR REQ.
Image Production

3

-TRSFR REQ.
Special Procedures and Modalities

3

-TRSFR REQ.
Radiological Technology Techniques

6

-TRSFR REQ.
Clinical Practice

6

APS-400Occupational Safety and Health

3

APS-401Current Trends and Applications in Applied Science and Technology

3

III. Electives (15 Credits)

For TESU course options, go to Elective Courses.

Total Credit Hours: 120

*TRSFR REQ - These courses are not offered by TESU. Please click here for information and resources on where you may find additional learning experiences.