Diagnostic Medical Imaging Radiography | Associate in Applied Science
Field of Study Code: DMIR.AAS
Catalog Description
The Radiologic Technology program in diagnostic medical radiography (Xray technology) includes extensive clinical experience. Upon successful
completion of the program, students are eligible for certification through
the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT); licensure is
required for employment in the field in the state of Illinois through the
Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA). This program is accredited
by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.
This degree program consists of a total of 73 credits in general education
and program requirements.
ICCB Code 3172 | Field of Study Code: DMIR.AAS
Program Requirements ...................................................... 67
Dmir 1100
Introduction to Diagnostic Medical Imaging
Radiography ................................................. 2
Dmir 1111* Clinical Education I ......................................... 1
Dmir 1112* Clinical Education II ........................................ 2
Dmir 1113* Clinical Education III ....................................... 2
Dmir 1121* Radiographic Equipment ................................ 4
Dmir 1122* Image Formation and Evaluation ................... 5
Dmir 1131* Radiographic Procedures I ............................. 4
Dmir 1132* Radiographic Procedures II ............................ 3
Dmir 1133* Radiographic Procedures III ........................... 3
Dmir 1145* Ethics, Law and Basic Pharmacology in
Radiography ................................................. 1
Dmir 2201* Radiation, Physics, Biology and Protection .... 3
Dmir 2211* Clinical Education IV ....................................... 1
Dmir 2212* Clinical Education V ........................................ 3
Dmir 2213* Clinical Education VI ....................................... 3
Dmir 2225* Basic Pathophysiology .................................... 3
Dmir 2235* Quality Management in Diagnostic
Imaging ......................................................... 2
Dmir 2240* Radiographic Image Analysis .......................... 3
Anat 1500* Survey of Human Anatomy and
Physiology..................................................... 4
OR
Anat 1551* Human Anatomy and Physiology I ................. 4
OR
Anat 1571* Anatomy and Physiology with Cadaver I ........ 4
Cis
1110
Using Computers: An Introduction ................ 2
Engli 1101* English Composition I ..................................... 3
Engli 1102* English Composition II .................................... 3
Hlths 1110
Biomedical Terminology ................................. 4
Math 1102* Mathematics for Health Sciences ................... 3
OR
Math 1115* Technical Mathematics I ................................ 3
Speec 1100* Fundamentals of Speech Communication ..... 3
OR
Speec 1120* Small-Group Communication ......................... 3
OR
Speec 1150* Introduction to Business Communication ...... 3
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Suggested Course Sequence
(Full-Time Enrollment)
Please note: A student’s readiness to perform
college-level coursework is based on the
student's placement test and/or ACT
scores. Below 1000 level coursework may be
required prior to the student taking courses in
the suggested sequences.
* Please refer to the Program Admission packet
for the most updated information at:
http://cod.edu/admission/degree_certificate_pr
ograms/pdf_health/radiography_packet.pdf
General Education Courses Required to
Graduate
(Recommended that courses are completed
prior to entrance to the program but not
required).
 Engli 1101 (3)
 Engli 1102 (3)
 Speech 1100 or 1120 or 1150 (3)
 Math 1102 or Math 1115 or upperlevel math (3)
 Philo 1112 or Spani 1101
(recommended) (3)
 Psych 1100 or Psych 1150
(recommended) (3)
 Cis 1110 (2)
 Hlths 1110 (4)
Professional Course Sequence
(Once admitted to the Program)
Summer Semester (5 credits)
 Dmir 1111 (1)
 Dmir 1131 (4)
Fall Semester (9 credits)
 Dmir 1112 (2)
 Dmir 1121 (4)
 Dmir 1132 (3)
Spring Semester (10 credits)
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Dmir 1113 (2)
Dmir 1122 (5)
Dmir 1133 (3)
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* - course has a prerequisite
Summer Semester (2 credits)
General Education ................................................................ 6
Each candidate for an Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree shall
satisfactorily complete a minimum of 18 credits in General Education. For
the Diagnostic Medical Imaging Radiography degree, some General
Education courses are already listed under program requirements.
Therefore, students only need 6 credits besides those listed under program
requirements.
Under the specified General Education headings below, the following
courses are required for the Diagnostic Medical Imaging Radiography
degree:
Communication: 6 credits
Written: (3 credits) English 1101 or 1105
(English 1101 in program requirements fulfills this requirement)
Oral: (3 credits) Speech 1100, 1120 or 1150
(Speech 1100, 1120 or 1150 course in program requirements fulfills this
requirement)
Physical and Life Sciences: 3 to 5 credits
At least one course with a laboratory component.
(An Anatomy course in program requirements fulfills this requirement)
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Dmir 1145 (1)
Dmir 2211 (1)
Fall Semester (9 credits)
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Dmir 2201 (3)
Dmir 2212 (3)
Dmir 2225 (3)
Spring Semester (8 credits)
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Dmir 2213 (3)
Dmir 2235 (2)
Dmir 2240 (3)
For more information:
If you are considering this program as an area of
study, please contact Advising and Counseling
to make an appointment with the Health
program advisor at 630-942-2259 or by email at
healthcareadvising@cod.edu.
Program web site:
http://www.cod.edu/programs/dmi/radiography
Mathematics: 3 to 5 credits
Select a minimum of 3 credits (1000 level or above).
Select Mathematics 1102, 1104 or 1120 only where required in the degree
program. Only one from the following three courses may count toward
overall degree requirement credit: Mathematics 1635, Psychology 2280 or
Sociology 2205. Only one of the following courses may count toward
overall degree credit: Mathematics 1428 or Mathematics 1431.
(Mathematics 1102 in program requirements fulfills this requirement)
Humanities and Fine Arts: 3 credits
Social and Behavioral Sciences: 3 credits
Complete at least 2 credits from the list of courses in the
Global/Multicultural Studies or Contemporary Life Skills Category. (Health
Sciences 1110 in program requirements fulfills this requirement)
TOTAL CREDITS FOR AAS DEGREE
73
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Career Information DMIR.AAS
Job Title(s): Radiologic Technologist (RT)
X-Ray Technologist, MRI Technologist (Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist), Computed
Tomography Technologist (CT Technologist), Mammographer, Radiology Technologist,
Mammography Technologist, Radiographer, Radiological Technologist, Computed Tomography
Radiologic Technologist (CT Rt)
For salary and wage information, please visit: www.onetonline.org
If you would like information regarding internships, resume development, interviewing and job
search skills, please contact the Career Services Center
Phone: 630-942-2230
www.cod.edu/careerservices
Twitter: @codcareercenter
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Dental Assistant
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