Diagnostic Medical Imaging AS

The Diagnostic Medical Imaging (DMI) Major provides didactic and clinical education in the operation of radiographic and computerized equipment, performance of radiologic procedures, creating and processing of radiographs, comprehensive coursework in radiation protection, and exposure to advanced imaging modalities. A minimum of 1,850 laboratory and clinical hours are required to complete this program. The DMI program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT), and by the California State Department of Public Health-Radiologic Health Branch (CDPH-RHB). Upon successful program completion and an award of the Associate of Science degree in Diagnostic and Medical Imaging, graduates will be eligible to sit for board examinations administered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and the CDPH-RHB. 

As of 2015, the ARRT requires an Associate Degree as eligibility to sit for the ARRT board examination; therefore, the DMI program strongly urges all applicants who do not possess an Associate Degree or higher to complete all of the general education requirements for the Associate of Science degree prior to applying for admission to the program. 

The radiologic technologist provides patient services using imaging equipment, and assists radiologists or other physicians qualified to order and or perform radiologic procedures. The radiologic technologist’s main duty is to provide quality patient care while applying critical thinking and knowledge of sciences, positioning, radiation protection, and radiographic technique. Effective communication with patients, other health professionals and the public is important. Additional duties may include management of images, manipulating radiologic software and hardware infrastructure, performing quality assurance procedures and providing patient education relevant to specific imaging procedures.

The employment outlook for radiologic technologists is very good. The growth in job opportunities is a result of the growth in healthcare industries and new uses of diagnostic imaging and therapeutic technology

Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:

• Display effective communication skills as appropriate to a given situation or encounter. (Goal 1. Communication)
• Demonstrate evidence of critical thinking and problem solving methods as appropriate to a given situation or encounter. (Goal 2. Critical Thinking/Problem Solving)
• Effectively apply technical expertise, patient care skills, and radiation protection measures to ensure optimal outcomes when conducting diagnostic radiologic examinations. (Goal 3. Clinical Performance)
• Exhibit professionalism in their practice of diagnostic medical imaging. (Goal 4 Professional Development)
• Graduates will be prepared for successful and productive careers as a Diagnostic Medical Imaging Technologist. (Goal 5. Program Effectiveness)

Course number	Course Title	Annual Sections	Annual Enrollment/ Completions
DMI 100	Registry Exam and Career Prep	2/yearly	15/15

The Diagnostic Medical Imaging Program (DMI) at City College of San Francisco (CCSF) advances the allied health care industry by providing educational opportunities which foster ethical and compassionate behavior, professional development, and a respect for human diversity. Our vision is to provide superior didactic and clinical workforce preparation opportunities which ensure CCSF DMI graduates are among the highest qualified radiologic technologists in the industry.

Admission Requirements

All prospective students must apply to and be accepted prior to starting the DMI program. The minimum time for completion is seven semesters, including two summer sessions; completion time will vary based on student preparation and the number of units completed per semester.

Prerequisite and Required Courses

Prerequisite courses may be in progress or completed at the time of the program application. All CCSF General Education graduation requirements must be completed by the end of the 4th semester in the DMI Program.

Prerequisite courses which must be taken within seven years of the program application deadline:

·        BIO 108 and BIO 112

·        CHEM 32

·        CMST 1A (or ESL 79)

·        MATH 60 (or MATH 46)

·        PHYS 10 and PHYS 10L

·        PSYC 1

Prerequisite course with no time limit:

·        ENG 1A

Required courses that may be taken during the first semester of the program, but it is highly recommended to take them earlier:

·        DMI 49 (open to all students)

·        EMT 14

·        HIT 50A

Certification Note

The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists may deny certification for felony or misdemeanor offenses. It is the responsibility of the student to present sufficient evidence of rehabilitation prior to applying to the DMI program by securing a pre-application process with the ARRT. This pre-application process is independent of the program admission application. Go to www.ARRT.org for more information.

Program Requirements

Course	Units
First Semester:
DMI 50A - Introduction to Medical Radiography	3.00
DMI 52 - Patient Care in Radiologic Technology	3.00
Total:	6.00
Second Semester:
DMI 50B - Radiologic Physics and Equipment	2.50
DMI 51A - Radiographic Anatomy and Positioning	7.00
DMI 51B - Radiographic Exposure Factors	2.00
Total:	11.50
Summer Session
DMI 62 - Clinical Education in DMI I	5.00
Total:	5.00
Third Semester:
DMI 55 - Skull Radiography	2.00
DMI 56 - Radiographic Pathology	3.00
DMI 63 - Intermediate Diagnostic Procedures	2.00
DMI 64 - Clinical Education in DMI II	5.00
Total:	12.00
Fourth Semester:
DMI 57 - Multiplanar Imaging in Radiologic Sciences	3.00
DMI 54 - Vascular and Interventional Procedures	2.00
DMI 65 - Advanced Imaging Procedures	2.00
DMI 66 - Clinical Education in DMI III	5.00
DMI 70 - Radiation Protection	2.00
Total:	14.00
Internship:
DMI 68 - Clinical Education in DMI IV	13.00
DMI 69 - Clinical Education Internship Summer Bridge	6.00
DMI 100 - Registry Examination and Career Preparation	1.00
Total:	20.00
Recommended additional coursework:
HLTH 10 - Health and Aging	3.00
HLTH 25 - Women's Health	3.00
HLTH 27 - Men's Health	3.00
HLTH 33 - Introduction to Health and Wellness	2.00
HLTH 53 - Personal and Community Health	3.00
HLTH 64 - Health Education Training: Skills and Practice	3.00
HLTH 67 - HIV and Hepatitis Navigation Skills	3.00
Total:	0.00
Total:	68.50

Program Requirements

Course	Units
First Semester (S1):
DMI 50A - Introduction to Medical Radiography	3.00
DMI 52 - Patient Care in Radiologic Technology	3.00
Total:	6.00
Second Semester (S2)
DMI 50B - Radiologic Physics and Equipment	2.50
DMI 51A - Radiographic Anatomy and Positioning	7.00
DMI 51B - Radiographic Exposure Factors	2.00
Total:	11.50
Summer Session
DMI 62 - Clinical Education in DMI I	5.00
Total:	5.00
Third Semester (S3):
DMI 55 - Skull Radiography	2.00
DMI 56 - Radiographic Pathology	3.00
DMI 63 - Intermediate Diagnostic Procedures	2.00
DMI 64 - Clinical Education in DMI II	5.00
Total:	12.00
Fourth Semester (S4):
DMI 57 - Multiplanar Imaging in Radiologic Sciences	3.00
DMI 54 - Vascular and Interventional Procedures	2.00
DMI 65 - Advanced Imaging Procedures	2.00
DMI 66 - Clinical Education in DMI III	5.00
DMI 70 - Radiation Protection	2.00
Total:	14.00
Internship:
DMI 68 - Clinical Education in DMI IV	13.00
DMI 69 - Clinical Education Internship Summer Bridge	6.00
DMI 100 - Registry Examination and Career Preparation	1.00
Total:	20.00
Recommended additional coursework:
HLTH 10 - Health and Aging	3.00
HLTH 25 - Women's Health	3.00
HLTH 27 - Men's Health	3.00
HLTH 33 - Introduction to Health and Wellness	2.00
HLTH 53 - Personal and Community Health	3.00
HLTH 64 - Health Education Training: Skills and Practice	3.00
HLTH 67 - HIV and Hepatitis Navigation Skills	3.00
Total:	0.00
Total:	68.50

Our mission and vision directly support three aspects of the institutional mission by (1) our degree program offers all graduates an Associate Degrees in Sciences, with a major in Diagnostic Medical Imaging; (2) a number of our graduates transfer to baccalaureate institutions; and (3) all our graduates acquire career skills needed for success in the workplace. The Program has created a community of graduates that composes 90% of the diagnostic medical imaging workforce in San Francisco.

CCSF’s DMI program has been around since 1956. It is the only radiologic technology program accredited by the ARRT and JRCERT that offers an associate of science degree in San Francisco. The DMI Program is also the only community college in the entire bay area that offers clinical placements at CPMC Van Ness, CPMC Davies, CPMC Bernal Mission, UCSF, Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital, and the VA Medical Center. Canada College, Foothill College, and Merritt College offer radiologic technology programs, but our clinical sites will not impact theirs because all our clinical sites are in San Francisco.