Radiography (RADI-AAS), A.A.S.

Location(s): Ferris Main Campus

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Associate of Applied Science

The radiography program is a six semester program. Studies include anatomy, positioning, physics, theory and other technical courses. Laboratory periods provide an opportunity to apply the principles learned in lecture sessions. The final three semesters, students work with patients in an off-campus clinical setting to gain clinical experience. Radiographers produce x-ray images of parts of the human body to assist a physician in the diagnosis of disease and trauma. Experienced radiographers may perform more complex imaging tests, such as CT, MRI, mammography, angiography and surgical procedures. Graduates of the program are eligible to take the national certifying examination of the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.

The Radiography program at Ferris State University is accredited by the
Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)
20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 2850
Chicago, IL 60606-3182
(312) 704-5300
email: [email protected]

As of October 2024, Ferris State University’s Radiography Program is on a 12-month probation but is accredited. Further information regarding accreditation may be found at the JRCERT link provided below.

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Program Outcomes

Graduates will be clinically competent.
Graduates will use critical thinking and problem solving skills.
Graduates will demonstrate professional values and ethical behaviors in the workplace.
Graduates will communicate effectively and professionally in the medical environment.
Graduates will function as a competent, entry-level professional to meet the healthcare needs.
The program will continue to meet the standards of Joint Review Committee of Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) to maintain specialized accreditation.
Students will evaluate the importance of professional growth and development.

Admission Requirements

New Student Admission Requirements

2.70 High School GPA (on a 4.00 scale) (2.50 -2.69 with college approval)
Minimum Composite Score of ACT 18/SAT 950 OR 3.0 High School GPA (on a 4.00 scale) and Composite ACT 17/SAT 900

Transfer Student Admission Requirements - To the Professional Sequence

2.50 College GPA (on a 4.00 scale)
Obtain a grade of B- or higher in BIOL 109 (with approval from department) and MATH 115; which must be met within two attempts, including W grades.
Obtain a grade of C or higher in COHP 100.
Obtain a grade of C- or higher in ENGL 150.
Obtain a grade of C- or higher in BIO 251

University Requirements - 21 to 22 Credits Required

First Year Seminar Requirement (FSUS 100 or Equivalent) - 0 to 1 Credit Required

All First-Time-In-Any-College Freshmen (FTIACs) must complete a one-credit FSUS 100 course, or its equivalent. Additional information and the definition of FTIAC for FSUS purposes can be found in the: Ferris State University Academic Affairs FSUS Policy

University General Education Requirements - 21 Credits Required

Courses in this section are required to satisfy the University General Education Requirements for an associate degree. The University General Education requirements can be found on the: Ferris State University General Education Requirements Webpage

Communication Competency - 6 Credits Required (or Their Equivalent)

ENGL 150 - English 1 Credit Hours: 3
ENGL 250 - English 2 Credit Hours: 3

Quantitative Literacy Competency - 3 Credits Required (or Their Equivalent)

Choose 1 of 5
MATH 115 - Intermediate Algebra Credit Hours: 3
Any MATH Course Higher Than MATH 115 ; Consult Advisor for Exceptions
Official Pre-2016 Math SAT Score of 560 or Higher
Official Post-2016 Math SAT Score of 580 or Higher
Official Math ACT Score of 24 or Higher

Natural Sciences Competency - 3 Credits Required

One course is required with a minimum of 3 credits: must be a lab course.

BIOL 251 - Human Anatomy Credit Hours: 3

Culture Competency - 3 Credits Required

PHIL 220 or PHIL 320 are recommended to fulfill this Culture Competency requirement.

Self and Society Competency - 3 Credits Required

PSYC 150 or SOCY 121 are recommended to fulfill this Self and Society Competency requirement.

Additional General Education Requirements - 3 Credits Required

These courses are additional General Education courses to meet the requirements for this specific program.

Choose 1 of 3
COMM 105 - Interpersonal Communication Credit Hours: 3
COMM 121 - Fundamentals-Public Speaking Credit Hours: 3
COMM 221 - Small Group Decision Making Credit Hours: 3

College Requirements - 62 Credits Required

Qualifying Courses - Credits Required Met in University General Education Requirements or College of Health Professions (COHP) Core Curriculum

These courses are qualifying courses for entry into the Radiography (RADI) major and are used to meet some University General Education Requirements and College of Health Professions (COHP) Core Curriculum requirements.

COHP 100 - Orientation to Medical Vocabulary Credit Hours: 1 (Met in College of Health Professions (COHP) Core Curriculum and Requires a Grade of C or Higher)
BIOL 251 - Human Anatomy Credit Hours: 3 (Met in University General Education Requirements and Requires a Grade of B- or Higher)
Choose 1 of 5
MATH 115 - Intermediate Algebra Credit Hours: 3 (Met in University General Education Requirements)
Any MATH Course Higher Than MATH 115 ; Consult Advisor for Exceptions
Official Pre-2016 Math SAT Score of 560 or Higher
Official Post-2016 Math SAT Score of 580 or Higher
Official Math ACT Score of 24 or Higher
ENGL 150 - English 1 Credit Hours: 3 (Met in University General Education Requirements)

College of Health Professions (COHP) Core Curriculum - 5 Credits Required

COHP 100 - Orientation to Medical Vocabulary Credit Hours: 1
COHP 101 - The U.S. Health Care System Credit Hours: 3
COHP 102 - Safety Issues in Health Care Credit Hours: 1

Major Courses - 57 Credits Required

RADI 104 - Radiographic Procedures 1 Credit Hours: 2
RADI 105 - Radiographic Procedures 1 Lab Credit Hours: 1
RADI 106 - Radiographic Procedures 2 Credit Hours: 2
RADI 107 - Radiographic Procedures 2 Lab Credit Hours: 1
RADI 108 - Radiographic Imaging Procedure Credit Hours: 2
RADI 109 - Radiographic Imaging Proc Lab Credit Hours: 1
RADI 121 - Rad Physics-Image Production Credit Hours: 3
RADI 122 - Rad Protection and Biology Credit Hours: 3
RADI 141 - Prin of Radiographic Imaging 1 Credit Hours: 2
RADI 142 - Prin Radiographic Image 1 Lab Credit Hours: 1
RADI 143 - Prin of Radiographic Imaging 2 Credit Hours: 2
RADI 144 - Prin of Radiograph Image 2 Lab Credit Hours: 1
RADI 170 - Radiographic QA and Processing Credit Hours: 1
RADI 171 - Image Processing Lab Credit Hours: 1
RADI 172 - Digital Imaging Credit Hours: 1
RADI 202 - Radiographic Pathology Credit Hours: 1
RADI 203 - Adv Concepts in Radiography 1 Credit Hours: 1
RADI 204 - Prin of Computer Tomography Credit Hours: 2
RADI 211 - Phamacology for Radiographers Credit Hours: 1
RADI 212 - Radiology Management Credit Hours: 1
RADI 213 - Adv Concepts in Radiography 2 Credit Hours: 1
RADI 223 - Adv Concepts in Radiography 3 Credit Hours: 1
RADI 291 - Clinical Practicum 1 Credit Hours: 9
RADI 292 - Clinical Practicum 2 Credit Hours: 9
RADI 293 - Clinical Practicum 3 Credit Hours: 6
RADI 299 - Radiography Review Seminar Credit Hours: 1

Notes

Students who return to the university after an interrupted enrollment, not including summer semester, must normally meet the requirements of the curriculum which are in effect at the time of their return, not the requirements which were in effect when they were originally admitted.
Credit Variance - Credits required may vary based on course placement, prerequisites, etc. If you have questions, contact your advisor.

Graduation Requirements

In order to graduate from Ferris State University, students must meet both University and Programmatic Graduation Requirements.

University Graduation Requirements

These are the minimum graduation requirements for an associate degree at Ferris State University:

All requirements as specified in the University Requirements section must be met.
A minimum of 60 credits must be earned.
A 2.00 or higher cumulative Ferris State University GPA is required.
A minimum of 15 credits must be earned from Ferris State University to meet the Residency requirement.

Programmatic Graduation Requirements

These are the additional graduation requirements mandated by the program:

All requirements as specified in the College Requirements section must be met.
A minimum grade of C must be earned in all Radiography (RADI) courses. Students that obtain a grade less than a C in one Radiography (RADI) course must stop the Radiography program sequence. Students that earn a grade of less than a C in any Radiography (RADI) course will be required to repeat that course when there is a seat available. Students that receive a grade of less than a C, including a W, in any two Radiography (RADI) courses, or two unsuccessful attempts in the same Radiography (RADI) course will be dismissed from the program.