Medical Imaging Science/Radiography (CT & MRI) BPS: Curriculum
This upper-division transfer program requires an associate or bachelor's degree in medical imaging or medical radiography (X-ray). This is a program for radiography students who wish to pursue specialty education in CT or MRI.
Students rotate through clinical education settings throughout New York State. Clinical regions for fall 2024 include Central New York, Mohawk Valley, Capital District, Southern Tier, and Rochester. These locations are subject to change if site availability changes.
The CT and MRI programs take three consecutive semesters to complete. Graduates are eligible to take national exams in their fields.
Bachelor of Professional Studies (BPS) – CT Track
Year 1 - Fall
| Fall Semester | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| IMAG 329 Radiographic/Topographic/Sectional Anatomy | 2 |
| IMAG 417 Advanced Imaging Procedures I - CT | 4 |
| IMAG 430 Advanced Imaging Practicum I - CT | 6 |
| BIOL 451 Research Methods | 1 |
| ENGL 325 Professional & Technical Writing | 3 |
| PATH 360 Pathology | 3 |
| Total | 19 |
Online: Three days of clinical rotations per week will be individually scheduled for each student. Classes are all online.
In-person: Three days of clinical rotations per week will be individually scheduled for each student. CT class in Syracuse on Tuesday, additional classes online.
Year 1 - Spring
| Spring Semester | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| IMAG 411 Imaging Pathology | 3 |
| IMAG 412 Management Practices in Medical Imaging | 2 |
| IMAG 418 Advanced Imaging Procedures II - CT | 2 |
| IMAG 432 Advanced Imaging Practicum II - CT BPS | 7 |
| HUMA 420 Health Care Ethics | 3 |
| Total | 17 |
Online: Three days of clinical rotations per week will be individually scheduled for each student. Classes are all online.
In-person: Three days of clinical rotations per week will be individually scheduled for each student. CT class in Syracuse on Tuesday, additional classes online.
Year 1 - Summer
| Summer Semester | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| IMAG 436 Advanced Imaging Practicum III - CT | 10 |
| IMAG 471 Contemporary Issues in Medical Imaging | 2 |
| Total | 12 |
| Program Total Credits | 48 |
Five days of clinical rotations per week will be individually scheduled for each student during the 10-week semester. Students will also complete one online course.
Bachelor of Professional Studies (BPS) – MRI Track
Year 1 - Fall
| Fall Semester | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| IMAG 329 Radiographic/Topographic/Sectional Anatomy | 2 |
| IMAG 451 Advanced Imaging Procedures I - MR | 5 |
| IMAG 448 Advanced Imaging Practicum I - MR | 5 |
| BIOL 451 Research Methods | 1 |
| ENGL 325 Professional & Technical Writing | 3 |
| PATH 360 Pathology | 3 |
| Total | 19 |
Online: Two days of clinical rotations per week will be individually scheduled for each student. Classes are all online.
In-person: Two days of clinical rotations per week will be individually scheduled for each student. MRI class in Syracuse on Tuesday, additional classes online.
Year 1 - Spring
| Spring Semester | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| IMAG 411 Imaging Pathology | 3 |
| IMAG 412 Management Practices in Medical Imaging | 2 |
| IMAG 454 Advanced Imaging Procedures II - MR | 2 |
| IMAG 455 Advanced Imaging Practicum II - MR | 7 |
| HUMA 420 Health Care Ethics | 3 |
| Total | 17 |
Online: Three days of clinical rotations per week will be individually scheduled for each student. Classes are all online.
In-person: Three days of clinical rotations per week will be individually scheduled for each student. MRI class in Syracuse on Tuesday, additional classes online.
Year 1 - Summer
| Summer Semester | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| IMAG 459 Advanced Imaging Practicum III - MR | 10 |
| IMAG 471 Contemporary Issues in Medical Imaging | 2 |
| Total | 12 |
| Program Total Credits |
48 |
Have Questions
Need more specifics about the program? Questions about admissions requirements? Contact the College of Health Professions Admissions Counselor:
Wendy Meyer
Senior Assistant Director of Admissions, Undergraduate Admissions Advisor
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