Radiologic Technology - RADT
20 courses · Bakersfield College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026 · Spring 2027
RADT B1A Introduction to Radiologic Technology
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 36 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- Successful completion of Intermediate Algebra or equivalent with a grade of C or better or placement using the current college process.
- Transfers to
- CSU
Orientation to the duties and responsibilities of the Radiologic Technologist. Emphasizes the medical use of radiation, interpersonal communication, ethics, radiation safety and protection, foundations and futures of medicine and radiology, hospital and departmental operations, professional development and quality assurance. Assistance in understanding program requirements.
RADT B1B Patient Care
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 36 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- Successful completion of BIOL B18 or equivalent with a grade of C or better.
- Transfers to
- CSU
In this course students will be introduced to the basic concepts of patient care in the field of radiography. Instruction includes topics such as aseptic and non-aseptic techniques, infection control, body mechanics, transfer and immobilization techniques, vital signs, oxygen therapy administration, medical emergencies, and contrast media. Students will demonstrate competency as required by licensing agencies.
RADT B2A Radiographic Anatomy and Positioning 1
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 36 lecture hours, 54 lab hours
- Prerequisite
- Successful completion of RADT B1B or equivalent with a grade of C or better. AND Successful completion of RADT B4A or equivalent with a grade of C or better.
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course is an instruction and laboratory practice in radiographic positioning of the chest, abdomen, lower and upper extremities, arthrography, bone surveys and bone densitometry with correlated imaging anatomy.
RADT B2B Radiographic Anatomy and Positioning 2
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 36 lecture hours, 54 lab hours
- Prerequisite
- Successful completion of RADT B2A or equivalent with a grade of C or better. AND Successful completion of RADT B3A or equivalent with a grade of C or better. AND Successful completion of RADT B4B or equivalent with a grade of C or better.
- Transfers to
- CSU
Instruction and laboratory practice in radiographic positioning of the vertebral column, bony thorax, gastrointestinal, biliary and urinary systems with correlated film anatomy.
RADT B2C Radiographic Anatomy and Positioning 3
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 36 lecture hours, 54 lab hours
- Prerequisite
- Successful completion of RADT B7 or equivalent with a grade of C or better.
- Transfers to
- CSU
In this course, through demonstration and lab practice, students can expect to learn radiographic positioning of the head and skull with correlated anatomy in addition to instruction in the principles of mammography, angiography and interventional imaging with correlated anatomy to be applied in clinical practice.
RADT B3A Radiographic Principles 1
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 36 lecture hours, 54 lab hours
- Prerequisite
- Successful completion of RADT B1A or equivalent with a grade of C or better.
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course presents the principles of radiographic image production and acquisition including tube construction, exposure factors, beam restriction, grids, scatter radiation, image receptors, image processing, sensitometry and digital imaging will be discussed.
RADT B3B Radiographic Principles 2
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 36 lecture hours, 54 lab hours
- Prerequisite
- Successful completion of RADT B3A or equivalent with a grade of C or better. AND Successful completion of RADT B12 or equivalent with a grade of C or better.
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course will discuss the principles of radiographic image production, acquisition and analysis including receptor exposure, contrast, spatial resolution, distortion, exposure control systems, mobile radiography, and fluoroscopy.
RADT B4A Introduction to Clinical Education
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 81 lab hours
- Prerequisite
- Successful completion of BIOL B18 or equivalent with a grade of C or better. OR Successful completion of BIOL B32 or equivalent with a grade of C or better.; Successful completion of BIOL B33 or equivalent with a grade of C or better.
- Transfers to
- CSU
Introduction to clinical education includes job shadowing and observation in patient transportation techniques, image processing, patient registration, equipment orientation, general patient care and safety.
RADT B4B Clinical Education 1
- Units
- 4.5
- Hours
- 243 lab hours
- Prerequisite
- Successful completion of RADT B4A or equivalent with a grade of C or better.
- Transfers to
- CSU
Supervised clinical experiences are provided to develop skills in basic radiographic procedures. Fundamentals of anatomy, positioning and technical factors for imaging quality, radiation safety and protection.
RADT B5 Radiation Physics
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 36 lecture hours, 54 lab hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
In this course, students will learn the fundamental concepts and application of physics, radiologic quantities and units, atomic structure, electromagnetic radiation, electricity and magnetism as applicable to radiologic science. Students will learn fundamental operation of x-ray equipment, x-ray production principles, filtration and applications, x-ray interaction with matter, radiation protection and quality assurance applicable to radiologic technology practice.
RADT B6 Clinical Education 2
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 18 lecture hours, 216 lab hours
- Prerequisite
- Successful completion of RADT B4B or equivalent with a grade of C or better.
- Transfers to
- CSU
Supervised clinical experiences are provided to perfect skills in a variety of basic radiographic procedures. Case studies of radiographic procedures discussing the fundamentals of anatomy, positioning and technical factors of image quality are analyzed on a case-by case basis. Extension of radiographic procedures demonstrated in RADT B2A, RADT B2B.
RADT B7 Clinical Education 3
- Units
- 6.5
- Hours
- 18 lecture hours, 297 lab hours
- Prerequisite
- Successful completion of RADT B2B or equivalent with a grade of C or better. AND Successful completion of RADT B3B or equivalent with a grade of C or better. AND Successful completion of RADT B6 or equivalent with a grade of C or better.
- Transfers to
- CSU
Supervised clinical experiences provided to perfect skills in a variety of radiographic procedures. Case studies of radiographic procedures discussing the fundamentals of anatomy, positioning and technical factors of image quality are analyzed. Extension of radiographic procedures demonstrated in RADT B2A, B2B..
RADT B9A Sectional Anatomy for Medical Imaging
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
Sectional anatomy of the head, spine, thorax, abdomen and pelvis. Emphasis on computed tomography and magnetic resonance images and other imaging modalities using sectional anatomy.
RADT B10 Clinical Education 4
- Units
- 7.5
- Hours
- 18 lecture hours, 351 lab hours
- Prerequisite
- Successful completion of RADT B7 or equivalent with a grade of C or better.
- Transfers to
- CSU
Supervised clinical experiences are provided in advanced radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures. Case studies of radiographic procedures discussing anatomy, pathology, positioning and technical factors of image quality are analyzed on a case-by-case basis.
RADT B11 Radiographic Pathology
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 36 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- Successful completion of RADT B2C or equivalent with a grade of C or better. AND Successful completion of RADT B5 or equivalent with a grade of C or better. AND Successful completion of RADT B10 or equivalent with a grade of C or better.
- Transfers to
- CSU
Pathology and medical terminology pertinent to diagnostic medical imaging. Nature, causes, manifestations and treatment of disease. Imaging procedures utilized when making diagnosis.
RADT B12 Radiobiology and Radiation Protection
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 36 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- Successful completion of RADT B1A or equivalent with a grade of C or better. AND Successful completion of RADT B4A or equivalent with a grade of C or better.
- Transfers to
- CSU
Fundamental concepts of radiobiology including interactions of matter, biological effects on living cells and organ systems, radiation quantities and units, filtration, radiation monitoring, ALARA concepts and radiation protection for occupational and non-occupational populations. Review of current related California and Federal health and safety codes.
RADT B13 Clinical Education 5
- Units
- 6.5
- Hours
- 351 lab hours
- Prerequisite
- Successful completion of RADT B10 or equivalent with a grade of C or better.
- Transfers to
- CSU
Supervised clinical experiences are provided to perfect skills in advanced radiographic procedures. Designed to prepare the student for program completion and certification examinations.
RADT B30 Principles of Venipuncture
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 18 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course provide basic instruction, practice and student competency of venipuncture methods and procedures for the administration of contrast agents. Routes of administration, safety, basic pharmacology, dosage calculations and emergency procedures. This course meets California Health and Safety Code, Section 106985, pertaining to Certified Radiologic Technologists performing venipuncture. Students will perform competency in venipuncture for radiographic procedures as required in clinical practice.
RADT B55AN Principles of Mammography 1
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 18 lecture hours
This course is part 1 of a 2-part course series. This course is an overview of the basic principles, diagnostic imaging techniques, and current national and state regulations for mammography. Topics include breast anatomy, positioning criteria, digital principles, radiation safety, pathology, patient care, and investigation of alternate imaging modalities within mammography. RADT B55AN and RADT B55BN together meet the educational requirements to apply for the California State Mammography License Exam. It is the responsibility of the student to meet non-educational requirements to be eligible to apply for the California Department of Public Health-Radiologic Health Branch Mammography Licensure Examination.
RADT B55BN Principles of Mammography 2
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 27 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- Successful completion of RADT B55AN or may be taken concurrently.
This course is part 2 of a 2-part course series. This course is a continuation of RADT B55AN. Topics include patient care, digital principles, digital image acquisition, radiation safety, current quality assurance regulations, quality control processes, and an overview of current breast imaging technology. RADT B55AN and RADT B55B together meet the educational requirements to apply for the California State Mammography License Exam. It is the responsibility of the student to meet non-educational requirements to be eligible to apply for the California Department of Public Health-Radiologic Health Branch Mammography Licensure Examination.