A.A.S. Radiologic Technology
62
Credit Hours
76%
Max Transfer Credit
Class Type
Online coursework, 6 & 12-week courses
Cost Per Credit

Step into high-demand roles with an associate degree in radiologic technology

Use your problem-solving skills as a valued member of a diagnostic team. By earning an A.A.S. in Radiologic Technology, you’ll be prepared for America Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification and immediate employment in diagnostic imaging. 

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Launch Your Career

Find your niche in roles that combine cutting edge tech with direct patient care. 

Gain the Edge

Graduates eligible to sit for national certification through ARRT.

Stay Focused, Finish Strong

Move seamlessly through online courses, lab simulations and on-site clinical experiences. 
 

A.A.S. in Radiologic Technology Program Overview

Prepare to be a licensed radiologic technologist in just two years

Take your cues from Franklin’s faculty of in-field professionals in our hands-on radiologic technology program that blends instructor-led online courses, lab simulations and employer-provided clinical experiences. You’ll gain skills in diagnostic imaging, patient care and radiation safety. Structured clinical rotations and a cohort model conducive to the needs of working adults further equip you to thrive in dynamic team-based healthcare environments. As a graduate of the program, you will be eligible to apply for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification and registration exam in Radiography, which is the industry standard and a requirement for licensure in most states. 

Beyond ARRT-required content, Franklin’s curriculum incorporates emerging healthcare topics such as artificial intelligence (AI) in imaging, digital ethics, patient advocacy and interprofessional communication. This ensures you’ll not only gain technical skill, but also the critical thinking, communication and professional readiness expected by leading healthcare employers.

Position yourself for career mobility

An associate degree in radiologic technology opens the door for you to make a difference in patient care in a variety of settings, including hospitals, outpatient imaging centers, urgent care facilities, orthopedic practices and mobile imaging services. The degree also provides a foundation into specializations like computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), mammography, or interventional radiology. 

Many professionals use radiologic technology programs as a stepping stone toward leadership roles, education, or advanced degrees in healthcare. Franklin’s program has been intentionally designed to afford you with pathways for long-term professional growth. Franklin’s transfer-friendly programs are designed to keep you moving forward with 100% online bachelor’s degree programs.

Balance courses and career preparation with your busy life

A top choice for students and employers, Franklin provides the structure and support working adults need to succeed. With no waiting lists and multiple start dates each year, you can earn your associate degree in radiologic technology on your schedule. You’ll benefit from small class sizes, 1:1 academic advising and access to free learning resources like professional tutoring, workshops and writing assistance. Franklin’s low per credit hour tuition rate, coupled with tuition discounts for employer partnerships and our Tuition Guarantee also helps keep an affordable degree within reach. 

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Curriculum & Course Descriptions

62 Semester Hours
Non-technical Curriculum
General Education
PF 321 - Learning Strategies (2)
This course prepares students to be successful lifelong learners both academically and in their chosen careers. Franklin courses require a high level of self-directed learning and focus on the skills required in the workplace and the classroom that are easily transferable between the two environments. The course includes strategies for advancing communication skills, including the use of electronic tools to participate in virtual environments. The assignments and activities in the course are created to closely simulate teamwork found in the workplace.
OR PF 121 - Basic Learning Strategies (2)
This course prepares students to be successful lifelong learners both academically and in their chosen careers. Franklin courses require a high level of self-directed learning and focus on the skills required in the workplace and the classroom that are easily transferrable between the two environments. The course includes strategies for time management, goal setting, reading comprehension, and advancing communication skills, including the use of electronic tools to participate in virtual environments.
OR HEA 1001 - Professionalism in Allied Health (2)
This course will provide the tools needed to demonstrate a high level of professionalism on the job. Key components of the course focus on patient interaction, proper office behavior, medical ethics, diversity and cultural bias, emotional strength, professional appearance, and communication. The course maintains a focus on the key attributes that are true markers of professionalism.

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SPCH 100 - Speech Communication (4)
This basic public-speaking course intends to improve the student's ability to think critically and to communicate orally. Theory and practice are provided in various speaking situations. Each student is required to speak before an audience, but class work also involves reading, gathering and organizing information, writing, and listening.
OR COMM 150 - Interpersonal Communication (4)
By using applied critical and creative thinking, students in this course will develop a set of communication skills that will enhance their personal and professional relationships and endeavors. This course will focus on skill development in key areas such as self, perception, listening, verbal messages, conversations, relationships, conflict management, persuasion, and presentation skills.

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PUBH 201 - Introduction to Public Health (4)

This course provides a basic introduction to public health concepts and practice by examining the philosophy, purpose, history, organization, functions, tools, activities and results of public health practice at the national, state, and community levels. The course also examines public health occupations and careers. Case studies and a variety of practice-related exercises serve as a basis for learner participation in practical public health problem-solving simulations.

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4 credits from the following subjects: PSYC, HUMN, SOSC, SOCL

English Composition
ENG 120 - College Writing (4)

In this course, students acquire the writing competencies necessary for completing analytical and argumentative papers supported by secondary research. A variety of assignments, beginning with personal reflections, build upon one another, as students develop ideas that respond to, critique, and synthesize the positions of others. Students systematize and organize knowledge in ways that will help them in all their courses. The course also emphasizes the elements of critical reading, effective writing style, appropriate grammar and mechanics, clarity of language, and logical and cohesive development. It culminates in submission of an extended, documented research paper.

Mathematics
MATH 140 - Introduction to Quantitative Reasoning (4)
This is the first course in algebra specifically designed for students who are enrolled in programs that DO NOT require College Algebra. The course will include traditional beginner algebra topics, including basic numeric/algebraic skills and reasoning, solving linear equations, systems and inequalities, basic functions, basics of graphing (including algebraic and statistical graphs), and some data literacy. The topics will be addressed in a contextualized format incorporating a pedagogy that promotes problem solving and critical thinking skills through collaborative work and technology tools.
OR MATH 150 - Fundamental Algebra (4)
This course will address the outcomes of introductory and intermediate algebra. Topics include: basic algebraic properties, integers, simplifying and factoring polynomials, solving and graphing linear equations and inequalities, solving systems of equations in two variables, functions, rational expressions, quadratic and rational equations, absolute value, radicals, graphing systems of equations, and other selected topics. Applications will be emphasized, and numeric, algebraic, and graphical modes will be used.
OR MATH 215 - Statistical Concepts (4)
This course introduces you to statistics with applications to various areas. The course covers both descriptive and inferential statistics. Topics included are: sampling techniques, data types, experiments; measures of central tendency, measures of dispersion, graphical displays of data, basic probability concepts, binomial and normal probability distributions, sampling distributions and Central Limit Theorem; confidence intervals, hypothesis tests of a mean, or a proportion for one or two populations, and linear regression.
OR MATH 160 - College Algebra (4)
This course is designed to prepare students for Applied Calculus and Discrete Mathematics and to provide the mathematical background needed for the analytic reasoning used in other courses. Topics include functions and their graphs, including exponential and logarithmic functions; complex numbers; systems of equations and inequalities; matrices; basic principles of counting and probability; and other selected topics. Note, this course has proctored exam(s).

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Choose either MATH 140 Introduction to Quantitative Reasoning or MATH 150 Fundamental Algebra as the prerequisite to MATH 215. Course can count as a University Elective.

Science
SCIE 244 - Foundations of Anatomy & Physiology (4)

This course is designed for students interested in the allied healthcare professions. The course focuses on the fundamental concepts of anatomy and physiology that are necessary to be successful in any allied healthcare program. This course can be used to fulfill the general education science with a lab requirement, however, it is not recommended for students outside the allied health professions.

Social and Behavioral Sciences
PSYC 110 - Introduction to Psychology (4)

This course is a survey of the various fields of study comprising modern scientific psychology. We will examine the theories, research findings, and applications in each of the major areas of psychology, with the goal of providing students with practical information they can apply to their personal and professional lives. The topic areas covered in the course include learning and memory, motivation and emotion, human development, theories of personality, psychopathology, and social behavior.

Technical Curriculum
HIM 150 - Medical Terminology (2)

This course will introduce the foundations of medical terminology nomenclature and use. Emphasis will be on the fundamentals of prefix, word root, and suffix linkages to build a broad medical vocabulary.

SCIE 254 - Health & Human Disease (4)

This course is designed for students pursuing allied health professions and provides an overview of human health and disease processes. Students will learn about common diseases and how they affect human health at cellular, organ, and systemic levels. Emphasis will be placed on the body as a system and how disease impacts the human body as a whole. The course focuses on the fundamental concepts of health and human disease that are necessary to be successful in any allied healthcare program. The pre-requisite for SCIE 254 is successful completion (a C or better) in SCIE 244.

RADT 101 - Introduction to Radiologic Technology (4)

This course introduces radiography, patient care, and the radiologic profession. Emphasis is placed on patient care, focusing on physical and psychological conditions. Key topics include ethics, medical and legal considerations, the Right to Know Law, professionalism, fundamental radiation protection and exposure principles, equipment introduction, healthcare delivery systems, hospital and departmental organization, hospital and college affiliations, medical emergencies, pharmacology and contrast agents, media usage, operating room and mobile procedures, patient preparation, death and dying, body mechanics and patient transportation, basic life support (BLS) and CPR, and patient care in radiologic sciences.

RADT 102 - Radiation Science: Physics, Biology, and Protection (4)

This course provides an integrated study of the physical principles of radiation, its interactions with matter, and the biological effects of ionizing radiation on the human body. Emphasis is placed on understanding x-ray production, beam characteristics, attenuation, radiation exposure, and measurement. Students will examine the effects of ionizing radiation at the cellular and systemic levels, including radiation-induced damage, dose-response relationships, and long-term risks. The course also focuses on radiation protection principles, including dose monitoring, shielding, ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable), and regulatory compliance to ensure safe and effective clinical practice.

RADT 110 - Radiographic Procedures I (3)

This course provides the foundational knowledge for radiologic procedures focusing on human anatomy. Emphasis is placed on producing high-quality radiographs through proper positioning techniques and imaging principles. Laboratory experiences will reinforce theoretical concepts, allowing students to apply their knowledge in a practical setting. Key topics include an introduction to radiographic procedures, positioning terminology, and essential positioning considerations. Students will also explore the anatomy, topographical landmarks, and procedural techniques for imaging the chest and abdominal cavities, bony thorax, upper extremities, and lower extremities.

RADT 110C - Clinical Radiography I (1)

This course integrates content and clinical practice experiences in a structured, sequential manner to develop, apply, critically analyze, integrate, synthesize, and evaluate key concepts and theories in radiologic procedures. Through competency-based clinical assignments, students will engage in team practice, patient-centered care, and professional development, fostering a comprehensive understanding of the radiologic profession while working in clinical sites amongst professional technologists. Clinical practice experiences are designed to enhance patient care and assessment, ensure the competent performance of radiologic imaging, and uphold principles of total quality management. Emphasis is placed on achieving progressive competency levels, with outcome measurements prioritizing patient well-being before, during, and after radiologic procedures. Clinical competencies coincide with procedures outlined in RADT 110 Radiographic Procedures I.

RADT 120 - Radiographic Procedures II (3)

This course builds upon foundational radiographic knowledge, further developing the skills required to perform advanced radiographic procedures. Emphasis is placed on accurate anatomical identification, proper positioning techniques, and producing high-quality diagnostic images. Key topics include the anatomy and routine radiographic projections of the pelvic girdle and spine and specialized imaging techniques for gastrointestinal (GI) procedures, genitourinary (GU) procedures, and biliary system studies. Students will refine their technical proficiency and clinical decision-making skills to enhance patient care and diagnostic accuracy.

RADT 120C - Clinical Radiography II (1)

This course is designed to continue the development, application, critical analysis, integration, synthesizing, and evaluation of key concepts and theories in radiologic procedures. Through competency-based clinical assignments, students will continue engaging in team-based practice, patient-centered care, and professional development, reinforcing their role as essential healthcare team members. Students will continue to hone their skills and prove new competencies within a healthcare site amongst professional technologists. Clinical practice experiences emphasize patient care, assessment, and the proficient execution of radiologic imaging while adhering to principles of total quality management. A progressive competency framework ensures students achieve proficiency at each stage of clinical training. Outcome measurements focus on maintaining patient well-being before, during, and after radiologic procedures, fostering technical expertise and compassionate, high-quality patient care. Clinical competencies coincide with procedures outlined in RADT 120 Radiographic Procedures II.

RADT 201 - Image Acquisition, Equipment, and Quality Assurance (4)

This course comprehensively explores image acquisition, processing, and evaluation principles alongside the operation and maintenance of radiographic imaging equipment. Students will examine factors affecting image quality, including contrast, resolution, distortion, and artifacts. The course also introduces radiographic equipment operation, covering x-ray tube construction, generator function, automatic exposure control (AEC), and fluoroscopy. Additionally, students will gain an understanding of quality assurance (QA) and quality control (QC) processes, emphasizing routine equipment testing, image evaluation criteria, and compliance with regulatory standards to maintain optimal imaging performance and radiation safety.

RADT 210 - Radiographic Procedures III (3)

This course builds upon prior radiographic knowledge, further advancing students’ proficiency in performing complex radiographic procedures. Emphasis is placed on precise anatomical identification, proper positioning techniques, and producing high-quality diagnostic images. Key topics include the anatomy and routine radiographic projections of the cranium, facial bones, and sinuses, along with specialized radiographic procedures and pathological considerations related to these structures. Additionally, students will be introduced to advanced imaging modalities, expanding their understanding of emerging technologies and their applications in diagnostic radiology.

RADT 210C - Clinical Radiography III (1)

This course is designed to continue the development, application, critical analysis, integration, synthesizing, and evaluation of key concepts and theories in radiologic procedures. Through competency-based clinical assignments, students will continue engaging in team-based practice, patient-centered care, and professional development, reinforcing their role as essential healthcare team members. Students will continue to hone their skills and prove new competencies within a healthcare site amongst professional technologists. Clinical practice experiences emphasize patient care, assessment, and the proficient execution of radiologic imaging while adhering to principles of total quality management. A progressive competency framework ensures that students achieve proficiency at each stage of clinical training. Outcome measurements focus on maintaining patient well-being before, during, and after radiologic procedures, fostering technical expertise and compassionate, high-quality patient care. Clinical competencies coincide with procedures outlined in RADT 210 Radiographic Procedures III.

RADT 205 - Radiologic Technology Review (1)

This course provides a comprehensive review of essential radiographic knowledge, reinforcing key concepts from previous coursework to help students prepare for national certification examinations for radiographers. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking, problem-solving, and exam readiness through targeted content review and practice assessments. Key topics include: Patient Care – Patient interactions, management, and ethical considerations Safety – Radiation physics, radiobiology, and radiation protection principles Image Production – Image acquisition, technical evaluation, equipment operation, and quality assurance Procedures – Radiographic positioning and anatomy of the head, spine, pelvis, thorax, abdomen, and extremities Through structured review sessions, mock exams, and test-taking strategies, students will refine their knowledge and confidence, ensuring they are well-prepared for certification and professional practice.

RADT 220C - Clinical Radiography IV (1)

This final clinical experience allows students to refine their radiographic skills, complete outstanding competencies, and confidently transition into professional practice. Through hands-on clinical assignments, students will enhance their proficiency in performing radiologic procedures, applying critical thinking in patient care, and demonstrating competency in various imaging scenarios. Emphasis is placed on mastery of core radiographic competencies, alignment with RADT 110, 120, and 210 course objectives, and exposure to advanced imaging modalities. Students will continue to engage in real-world clinical practice, refining their skills in diagnostic radiography and gaining deeper insight into specialized imaging modalities, workflow efficiency, and professional development. This capstone experience ensures graduates are fully prepared for entry-level practice as competent and compassionate radiologic technologists.

Additional Requirements

All students are required to pass College Writing (ENG 120) and either Basic Learning Strategies (PF 121) or Learning Strategies (PF 321) before enrolling in any course at the 200 level or above. Students who enroll at Franklin with 30 or fewer hours of transfer credit must pass PF 121 Basic Learning Strategies instead of PF 321 Learning Strategies. Interpersonal Communication (COMM 150) or Speech Communication (SPCH 100) must be taken before enrolling in any course at the 300 level or above. Students completing an AAS degree are not required to meet the University algebra competency requirement.

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