An in-depth knowledge of human anatomy, radiation physics and radiation protection and biology is essential in performing this skill with accuracy and safety.
Radiographers work under the supervision of radiologists who interpret the radiographs.
Program graduates are predominantly employed by hospitals but are are in demand in clinics and physician offices as well. Curriculum ISU offers both an associate and a bachelor degree option in radiographic science. The associate degree is a 3 year curriculum and the bachelor degree is a 4 year curriculum. Students apply for admission after completing a prescribed set of prerequisite courses. The professional curriculum begins in the summer semester.