Radiography

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Program Information

  • Location: Downtown Milwaukee Campus
  • Pathway: Healthcare
  • Program Code: 10-526-1
  • Offering: In-class
  • Degree Type: 2-Year Degree (Associate)
  • Start Dates: August

About the Radiography Degree

Description

Become part of the healthcare team as a radiographer working in medical imaging departments in medical clinics, hospitals and private offices. This is a full-time program with course sequencing that encompasses four semesters, a six-week summer session and six-week externship. Graduates are eligible for certification through American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

Career areas include diagnostic radiology, bedside and trauma procedures, pediatric radiography and special procedures.

This program features exploratory courses that count toward a credential. Contact an MATC advisor for information.

Additional program details: The curriculum focuses on theoretical aspects of radiography, and applied clinical experiences in radiography departments. Radiation safety is practiced at all times.

 

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Career Outlook

 

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Detailed Program Information

2024-25 Curriculum

Course Course Name Credits
BIOSCI-177 Gen Anatomy and Physiology ‡
(or) BIOSCI-201 Anatomy & Physiology 1 ‡
and BIOSCI-202 Anatomy & Physiology 2 ‡
4
 ENG-195 Written Communication ‡
(or) ENG-201 English 1 ‡
3
RADT-149 Radiographic Procedures 1 ‡ 5
RADT-158 Introduction to Radiography ‡ 3
RADT-159 Radiographic Imaging ‡ 3
RADT-168 Radiography Clinical 1 ‡ 2
ENG-197 Technical Reporting ‡
(or) Any 200-level ENG or SPEECH course
3
RADT-191 Radiographic Procedures 2 ‡ 5
RADT-192 Radiography Clinical 2 ‡ 3
RADT-230 Advanced Radiographic Imaging 2
PSYCH-199 Psychology of Human Relations
(or) Any 200-level PSYCH course
3
RADT-189 Radiographic Pathology ‡ 1
RADT-193 Radiography Clinical 3 ‡ 3
RADT-194 Imaging Equipment Operation 3
RADT-199 Radiography Clinical 4 ‡ 3
RADT-231 Imaging Modalities ‡ 2
RADT-174 ARRT Certification Seminar ‡ 2
RADT-190 Radiography Clinical 5 ‡ 2
RADT-195 Radiographic Image Analysis 2
RADT-197 Radiation Protection and Biology ‡ 3
RADT-198 Radiography Clinical 6 ‡ 2
SOCSCI-103 Think Critically and Creatively
(or) Any 200-level SOCSCI course
3
DMS -210 Cross Sectional Anatomy 2

TOTAL CREDITS

64

‡ Prerequisite required.

Program curriculum requirements are subject to change.

This Associate in Applied Science program will transfer to one or more four-year institutions.

Current MATC students should consult their Academic Program Plan for specific curriculum requirements.

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Important Dates

Fall start: Petition for program in February

Deadlines and important dates can be found on:
Cost & Aid Deadlines

Also, you can find dates and deadlines on the MATC Events Calendar

Program Outcomes

  • Carry out the production and evaluation of radiographic images
  • Practice radiation safety principles        
  • Provide quality patient care     
  • Model professional and ethical behavior consistent with the ARRT Code of Ethics          
  • Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills in the practice of diagnostic radiography

Admission Requirements

This program admits students through a petition selection process.
Learn more about the petition process

The following are required for admission:

  • TEAS pre-qualifying exam, minimum composite score of 70%, 70% in Math, 70% in Science
  • B- or higher in the following courses: 
    • BIOSCI-177* or BIOSCI-201* and 202*
  • Fall start: Petition for program in February (only one time a year)

Scholarships

Accreditation

The Milwaukee Area technical College Radiography program is accredited by the

Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology

20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 2850

Chicago, IL 60606-3182

312-704-5300

Email: mail@jrcert.org

 

The maximum duration that may be awarded by the JRCERT in this category is 8 years. The continuing accreditation status of the program was considered at the September 6, 2018 meeting of the JRCERT. The program was evaluated according to the Standards for an Accredited Educational Program in Radiography. The JRCERT awarded Milwaukee Area Technical College Radiography Program accreditation for a period of 8 years. General program accreditation information and the current accreditation award letter can be found here:  MATC: JRCERT Current Award Letter

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QUESTIONS?

Healthcare Academic & Career Pathway
414-297-6263
262-238-2281
healthpathway@matc.edu

 

Last updated: 10/29/2024