California State University, USA, Los Angeles

Radiologic Sciences, B.Sc.

Course Highlights

The Radiologic Sciences B.S. degree program at California State University Northridge prepares practitioners (radiologic technologists) to work with the patient and physician, performing a wide variety of diagnostic imaging procedures within the radiology (X-ray) department.

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Course Overview

The radiologic technologists must know the principles of anatomy, physiology, pathology, radiographic imaging, radiation safety, the operation of many types of X-ray and computerized equipment, the professional care and handling of patients, and the management of a radiology department or division. The baccalaureate program provides a multi-competent advanced imaging practitioner for the diagnostic team. Program competencies include experiences with standard X-ray equipment, angiographic suites, computerized tomography (CT), magnetic resonance (MR), digital vascular imaging devices and mammography. The Radiologic Sciences program is offered at California State University Northridge. I want to find another Bachelor Course Student Learning Outcomes Graduates of the Radiologic Sciences program will demonstrate: A mastery of basic radiographic medical-imaging skills and advanced medical-imaging skills in MRI, CT, and Interventional Radiography. Effective communication skills that provide compassionate and age-appropriate patient care. Problem-solving/critical thinking skills that provide ethical and safe patient care. The value of professional development for patient care and medical imaging through lifelong learning that meets the needs of the medical-imaging community.

Subjects

Programme Structure Courses include: Medical Imaging Sciences Radiographic Anatomy and Positioning Basic Pathophysiology Cross-Sectional Anatomy for Radiographers Quality Assurance and Evaluation of Radiologic Imaging Equipment Computerized Tomography Angiography and Interventional Procedures Medical Imaging Pathology Principles of MRI Professional Development for Radiographers Radiologic Physics

Fees

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Academic Entry Requirement

Academic Requirements Eligibility Requirements To be considered for admission as a first-time freshman, you must meet all the standard CSU admission criteria below: 1. Graduate from high school or have the legal equivalent of a high school diploma. 2. Complete the college preparatory subject requirements (a-g course list) with a grade of C or better: English: 4 years Mathematics: 3 years. Algebra, geometry, and intermediate algebra Social Science/History: 2 years, including 1 year U.S. history or U.S. history and government Science: 2 years. 1 biological science with lab, and 1 physical science with lab Foreign Language: 2 years in the same language (subject to waiver for applicants demonstrating equivalent competence) Visual and Performing Arts: 1 year. Art, dance, drama/theater, or music Electives: 1 year. Selected from English, advanced mathematics, social science/history, laboratory science, foreign language, visual and performing arts, or any other courses approved and included on the UC/CSU "a-g" list. International Students All OFFICIAL secondary-school records including certificates, examination grades, degrees or diplomas in original language of issue. Your records must include official verification of high school completion. Official English translations of all academic records including certificates, degrees or diplomas. Do not fax translations. Applicants who have studied in the U.S. are also required to have the U.S. institution(s) send official transcript(s) directly to CSUN.

English Entry Requirement

6

Contact Details

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