For more information, visit the Dallas College Radiologic Sciences webpage and your success coach at your campus.
This is an example course sequence for students interested in pursuing the Computed Tomography Advanced Technical Certificate. It does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. Following this pathway will help you earn an Advanced Technical Certificate (ATC) in Computed Tomography. Students must earn at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College. See catalog for official certificate requirements.
The ATC program in Computed Tomography prepares the student to further their radiologic science career with a specialty in computed tomography. The CT technologist uses radiation to produce cross-sectional images of the patient which are used by the physician to make a diagnosis. For the vast majority of the diagnostic procedures, the CT technologist has total responsibility for the care and well-being of the patient and must be prepared to produce quality images with care and empathy.
This program is for graduates or students in their last semester of a radiography program and/or are registered radiographer by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and Certified Medical Radiologic Technologist licensed by the Texas Department of Health. Courses that complete the Certificate are noted below.
Catalog Year 2023-2024 You may use this pathway if you entered Dallas College on or before this date.
Degree Type Advanced Technical Certificate
GPA Requirement Student must earn a GPA of 2.0 or higher
TSI Must be Complete
SEMESTER-BY-SEMESTER MAP FOR FULL-TIME STUDENTS
All plans can be modified to fit the needs of part-time students. This is not an official degree plan. See catalog for official certificate requirements.
CERTIFICATE MINIMUM: 17 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS
PREREQUISITES
RADR 2340 – Sectional Anatomy for Medical Imaging
PREREQUISITE SEMESTER ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with your success coach to confirm academic and career goals before the end of the semester.
- Meet with your success coach to research your career options and opportunities for job shadowing.
- Meet with faculty regarding placement for the Practicum course.
Total Hours: 3
SEMESTER 1
CTMT 2332 – Principles of Computed Tomography
CTMT 2267 – Practicum (or Field Experience)-Radiologic Technology/Science-Radiographer This is the capstone course for this award.
SEMESTER 1 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with your success coach to request an official program of study audit and confirm or update your academic/career path and program of study.
- Meet with faculty to discuss your program progress.
- Meet with faculty regarding placement for the Practicum course.
Total Hours: 5
SEMESTER 2
CTMT 2336 – Computed Tomography Equipment and Methodology
CTMT 1391 – Special Topics in Computed Tomography Technology/Technician
CTMT 2364 – Practicum (or Field Experience)-Radiologic Technology/Science-Radiographer
SEMESTER 2 ACTION ITEMS
- After reviewing your degree plan and program of study, meet with your success coach to apply for the Computed Tomography ATC.
- Sign up for commencement.
- Join the Alumni Network!
Total Hours: 9
DALLAS COLLEGE PATHWAY TOTAL: 17 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS