Associate of Occupational Science in Magnetic Resonance Imaging

This course explores compliance programs in a hospital setting and at the local, state, and federal levels. Students will analyze case studies, engage in problem-based learning activities, and gain an understanding of internal and external audits to design an effective compliance program and effectively correct issues of noncompliance.

This course provides a comprehensive approach to diseases based on physiological concepts. Students will learn to differentiate acute versus chronic compensatory mechanisms in response to disturbances of homeostasis in major body systems, both physical and chemical stressors.

The course conducts intensive study and practice of advanced writing principles for research papers and a detailed review of APA Style and library research. The focus is on the development of critical thinking skills needed to analyze and critique written communication. A review of writing principles includes developing thesis statements, providing support, formatting proper citation and reference pages, and creating clear organization of main points. APA Style and library usage and research are required.

This course analyzes leadership theories, models, and concepts by emphasizing applications to the healthcare industry. The focus is on evaluating the essential attributes required of a leader in today’s healthcare organization and exploring topics such as ethics, integrity, servant leadership, emotional intelligence, conflict management, and team values.

This course evaluates current trends and traditional methods of payment and reimbursement in the healthcare industry. The fundamentals and terminology of different payer systems in healthcare are covered. Students will analyze third-party payer requirements, Medicare’s payment systems, healthcare providers role, and revenue cycles.

This course is designed to expand knowledge and skills in the theory of Cross-Sectional Anatomy. Students will advance their understanding of the specialized study of cross-sectional anatomy as it relates to the sectional imaging modalities of Computed Tomography (CT) and/or Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI). The course will prepare the student to become a competent entry level CT and/or MRI Technologist.

This course is designed to expand knowledge and skills in the theory and practice of Computed Tomography (CT). Students will learn and develop competence in patient care, communication skills, critical thinking, and technical skills as they relate to CT. The course will prepare the student to take the certification exam for CT and to become a competent entry level CT Technologist.

This course evaluates healthcare management within a variety of health organization settings such ashospitals, nursing homes, and outpatient clinics. This course introduces topics in ethics, leadership,organizational behavior, information technology, healthcare fi nancing, health disparities, teamwork,reemerging outbreaks, bioterrorism, violence in healthcare settings, and medical tourism.

This course explores research in health care with an emphasis on tools to make informed decisions for patients and the healthcare sciences. Students will examine ethical considerations, evaluate the research process, analyze qualitative, quantitative, and mixed research methods; determine the reliability and validity of questionnaires, explore descriptive and comparative statistics, and statistical modeling.

This course provides the student with an understanding of the applied physics and techniques used in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) procedures. The content includes instrumentation, method of image formation, pulse sequences, sources of image artifacts, diffusion, and perfusion. The course will prepare the student to become a competent entry level MRI technologist.

This course compares varied cultural traditions among groups of people in each society who are simultaneously interdependent and autonomous. The emphasis is on shared socioeconomic and political systems of people in a society and an appreciation of the distinct cultural practices among groups who coexist within that society. Diversity of race, ethnicity, gender, socioeconomic status, disability, religion, and sexual orientation are studies. Effective communication and conflict resolution are a focus throughout the course.

This course is designed to familiarize students with the concepts, methods, and tools of health data collection, use, and analysis to include why evidence-based approaches are an essential part of health data collection.

This course introduces biomedical and health care ethics. Topics to be explored include a wide range of subjects such as research involving humans and animals, human genetics, reproduction, death and dying, organ transplantation, public health, biotechnology, and bioscience. It will help students understand how health care professionals and consumers make difficult health care choices for their patients, loved ones, and themselves.

Opportunities in and Beyond Radiography is designed to deepen students' knowledge of opportunities for career advancement. Students will explore various radiographic imaging specialties, healthcare organizational structure, research strategies, leadership roles, and more. This exploration serves as the groundwork for selecting a specific area for in-depth research culminating in a detailed 10–12-pageresearch paper. The research done will lay the foundation for a subsequent project in Capstone B, where the concepts will be applied in a multimedia project. This course is structured to foster critical thinking, encourage independent research, and develop comprehensive knowledge in the focused area of choice.

This course is designed to expand knowledge and skills in the theory of Imaging Pathology. Students will advance their understanding of pathology as it relates to the sectional imaging specialties of Computed Tomography (CT) and/or Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI). The course will prepare the student to become a competent entry level CT and/or MRI technologist.

The course identifies personal emotional intelligence (EQ) skills which can be developed into strengths; analyzes strategies to calculate and improve EQ by exploring what factors trigger EQ scores; explores self-awareness strategies, self-management strategies, relationship management strategies, and social awareness strategies.

Capstone B: Advanced Applications and Innovations in Radiography is an immersive, project-based course designed to build upon the foundational knowledge acquired in Capstone A. This course challenges students to apply their skills in real-life scenarios and grow within the healthcare profession. Students will engage in one of four project options, each tailored to develop specific skills such as enhanced communication, cultural competency, leadership, and advanced technical proficiency. This course is structured to foster critical thinking, encourage independent research, and develop comprehensive knowledge and skills in the focused area of choice.

Transfer Credits Core

Transfer Credits General Education