College Catalog
2023-2024 Catalog
Computed Tomography Imaging Technology
The Computed Tomography Imaging Technology curriculum prepares the individual
to use specialized equipment to visualize cross-sectional anatomical structures and
aid physicians in the demonstration of pathologies and disease processes. Individuals
entering this curriculum must be registered or registry- eligible radiologic technologist,
radiation therapist, or nuclear medicine technologist.
Course work prepares the technologist to provide patient care and perform studies utilizing imaging equipment, professional communication, and quality assurance in scheduled and emergency procedures through academic and clinical studies.
Graduates may be eligible to sit for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist Advanced-Level testing in Computed Tomography Imaging examinations. They may find employment in facilities which perform these imaging procedures.
Certificate Program
Course Hours Per Week | Semester Hours | ||||
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First Semester (Fall) | Class | Lab | Clinic | Credit | |
CAT-211 | CT Procedures | 4 | 0 | 4 | |
CAT-225 | CT Clinical Practicum | 0 | 0 | 15 | 5 |
Credit Hours | 4 | 0 | 15 | 9 | |
Second Semester (Spring) | Class | Lab | Clinic | Credit | |
CAT-210 | CT Physics & Equipment | 3 | 0 | 3 | |
CAT-226 | CT Clinical Practicum | 0 | 0 | 18 | 6 |
Credit Hours | 3 | 0 | 18 | 9 | |
Total Required Minimum Semester Hours Credit | 18 |
Instructor Denise Nash, Computed Tomography Imaging Technology Coordinator
159 Kennedy Hall
910.246.2854
nashd@sandhills.edu