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Radiology Technology

Overview Courses

The Radiology Technology (RADTEC) program is anticipated to launch in Fall 2026. However, the first course – RADTEC 100: Introduction to Radiologic Technology (a required prerequisite) – will be offered in both Spring and Summer 2026.

Division Dean John Skellenger
Department Chair Jason Pedro
Phone (916) 608-6927
Email CareerPrograms@flc.losrios.edu

Radiology Technology (RADTEC) Courses

RADTEC 100 Introduction to Radiologic Technology

Units:1
Hours:18 hours LEC
Prerequisite:None.
Catalog Date:January 1, 2026

This course provides an overview of Radiologic Science. This course covers the health care delivery system, including organizational structure, professional organizations, and career advancements. This course will also cover educational survival skills, thinking critically, and problem-solving strategies.

RADTEC 299 Experimental Offering in Radiology Technology

Units:0.5 - 4
Prerequisite:None.
Catalog Date:January 1, 2026

This is the experimental courses description.

RADTEC 300 Patient Care in Medical Imaging

Units:2
Hours:36 hours LEC
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:Students must be admitted to the Radiology Technology Program and have met all requirements for entry including, but not limited to: submitting an application, passing all drug, background, and immunology screening requirements, and paying their portion of the college’s liability insurance policy.
Transferable:CSU
Catalog Date:January 1, 2026

This course provides students with the imaging sciences and patient care needs for clinical practice. It covers the clinical environment, patient interactions, ethical and law issues, and the code of ethics and practice standards for imaging professionals.

RADTEC 301 Radiology Physics and Equipment

Units:3
Hours:49.5 hours LEC; 13.5 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:Students must be admitted to the Radiology Technology Program and have met all requirements for entry including, but not limited to: submitting an application, passing all drug, background, and immunology screening requirements, and paying their portion of the college’s liability insurance policy.
Transferable:CSU
Catalog Date:January 1, 2026

This course provides students with a foundational understanding of physics for imaging professionals. Students will explore topics such as electricity, electromagnetism, X-ray production, and the equipment used in these processes. They will also learn how radiation is generated, how it interacts with the body, and how to assess image quality. The course includes a lab component where students conduct experiments to reinforce their learning.

RADTEC 311 Radiographic Anatomy and Positioning I

Units:3
Hours:54 hours LEC
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:Students must be admitted to the Radiology Technology Program and have met all requirements for entry including, but not limited to: submitting an application, passing all drug, background, and immunology screening requirements, and paying their portion of the college’s liability insurance policy.
Transferable:CSU
Catalog Date:January 1, 2026

This course introduces students to the general anatomy of the thorax, abdomen, and upper extremities. Students will learn about anatomical planes, projections, positions, and the required views needed to demonstrate anatomy for diagnosis. Students will also learn the required technical factors for each view and how best to protect patients from radiation.

RADTEC 312 Radiographic Anatomy and Positioning I Lab

Units:0.5
Hours:27 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:Students must be admitted to the Radiology Technology Program and have met all requirements for entry including, but not limited to: submitting an application, passing all drug, background, and immunology screening requirements, and paying their portion of the college’s liability insurance policy.
Transferable:CSU
Catalog Date:January 1, 2026

This lab course introduces students to the general anatomy of the thorax, abdomen, and upper extremities. Students will differentiate anatomical planes, projections, positions, and the required views needed to demonstrate anatomy for diagnosis. Students will apply the required technical factors for each view and how best to protect patients from radiation.

RADTEC 499 Experimental Offering in Radiology Technology

Units:0.5 - 4
Prerequisite:None.
Catalog Date:January 1, 2026

This is the experimental courses description.

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