BS Radiology and Imaging Technology

Duration: 4 Years

Description:

There exists an urgent demand for proficient radiology technologists not only in the DGK region but across Pakistan. The BS Radiology and Imaging Technology program stands as a pioneering initiative, uniquely positioned to fulfill this demand. This program emerges at a pivotal time, coinciding with the expansion, evolution, and heightened public recognition of the field. The curriculum of the BS RIT program is meticulously crafted to imbue healthcare professionals with a comprehensive skill set essential for their roles and beyond. A hallmark of our program is its encompassing approach to learning, permeating throughout the entire curriculum. Our study programs and courses are meticulously designed in alignment with contemporary expectations of professionalism, marketability, employability, and entrepreneurship to meet current industry demands. We are fully committed to enhance human lives through the conscientious application of medical imaging technology. We prioritize research, design, delivery, and responsible utilization of these technologies. Our endeavor is to offer an unparalleled standard of education and training that is not only relevant to healthcare practice but also conducive to societal advancement.

Program Educational Outcomes (PEOs)

PEO Description
PEO-1 To acquire abilities that align with contemporary problem-solving analysis.
PEO-2 To produce graduates who are well-versed in medical imaging and radiology and are prepared to excel in the health care sector, academic institutions, and research groups.
PEO-3 To instill in graduates a strong desire to serve in interdisciplinary teams comprised of members with a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.
PEO-4 To enable graduates to communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals, demonstrating empathy, cultural competence, and a commitment to patient-centered care.

Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)

PLO Description
PLO-1 Graduates will have a competitive set of Radiology knowledge concerning the fundamentals in the main areas of the discipline.
PLO-2 Graduates will be able to solve problems competently by identifying the essential parts of the problem and planning a strategy for solving the problem. They will be able to estimate rationally the solution, apply appropriate radiological techniques to arrive at a solution, estimate the correctness of the solution, and interpret their results.
PLO-3 Graduates will be able to use computers in data acquisition and processing and to use available software as a tool in data analysis and image formation.
PLO-4 Graduates will be able to use modern library search tools to locate and retrieve scientific information about a topic, counseling technique, or an issue relating to Radiological investigation.
PLO-5 Graduates will be able to understand the objective of their radiological examination, carry out the procedures properly, and record and analyze the results appropriately.
PLO-6 Graduates will be able to use standard clinical setups and modern and classical techniques to carry out practical training.
PLO-7 Graduates will know and follow the proper procedures and regulations for safe handling and use of clinical practice tools.
PLO-8 Graduates will be able to communicate the concepts and results of their clinical examinations through effective writing and oral communication skills.
PLO-9 Graduates will be able to pursue their career objectives successfully in advanced education in professional and/or graduate schools, in scientific and/or government-run institutes or healthcare industry, in teaching, or in any relevant field following graduation.

 

Scheme of Studies of BS Radiology and Imaging Technology (w.e.f 2024 onwards)

1st Semester

Sr. Course Code Course Title Credit Hours
1 RIT-113 Anatomy I 2+1
2 RIT-123 Physiology 2+1
3 IDT-112 Clinical Pharmacology 2+0
4 SSH/IS-112 Islamic Studies 2+0
5 CS-113 Application of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) 2+1
6 SSH-122 Social Psychology and Behavioral Sciences 2+0
7 ENG-113 Functional English 3+0
8 QT-110 Translation of Holy Qur’an I 0+0
  Total   15+3=18

2nd Semester

Sr. Course Code Course Title Credit Hours
1 RIT-133 Anatomy II 2+1
2 NS-113 Biochemistry 2+1
3 QR-113 Quantitative Reasoning I 3+0
4 SSH-132 Ideology and Constitution of Pakistan 2+0
5 SSH-142 Ethical and Legal Aspects of Medical Imaging 2+0
6 ENG-123 Expository Writing 3+0
  Total   14+2=16

3rd Semester

Sr. Course Code Course Title Credit Hours
1 IDT-213 Pathology 3+0
2 RIT-213 Biosafety, Patient and Equipment Safety 3+0
3 RIT-223 Regional and Cross-Sectional Imaging Anatomy 2+1
4 RIT-233 Medical Ultrasound Physics and Instrumentation 3+0
5 QR-213 Quantitative Reasoning II 3+0
6 SSH-212 Civics and Community Engagement 2+0
7 QT-210 Translation of Holy Qur’an II 0+0
  Total   16+1=17

4th Semester

Sr. Course Code Course Title Credit Hours
1 RIT-243 Radiation Sciences and Technology 3+0
2 RIT-253 General Radiology and Digital Imaging 2+1
3 RIT-263 Gynecological Ultrasound 2+1
4 RIT-273 Abdominal Ultrasound 2+1
5 RIT-283 Small Parts Ultrasound 2+1
6 MGS-212 Entrepreneurship 2+0
  Total   13+4=17

5th Semester

Sr. Course Code Course Title Credit Hours
1 RIT-313 Obstetrical Ultrasound 2+1
2 RIT-323 Musculoskeletal Ultrasound 2+1
3 RIT-333 Medical Imaging in Emergency Medicine 2+1
4 CS-313 Computed Tomography and Imaging Protocols 2+1
5 IDT-312 Applied Surgery 3+0
6 QT-310 Translation of Holy Qur’an III 0+0
  Total   11+4=15

6th Semester

Sr. Course Code Course Title Credit Hours
1 RIT-343 Magnetic Resonance Imaging and Protocols 2+1
2 RIT-352 Mammography and Special Radiological Techniques 2+0
3 RIT-363 Vascular Ultrasound 2+1
4 IDT-332 Biostatistics 2+0
5 RIT-373 Echocardiography 2+1
6 IDT-342 Applied Medicine 2+0
7 RIT-383 Internship 0+3
  Total   12+6=18

7th Semester

Sr. Course Code Course Title Credit Hours
1 RIT-413 Nuclear Medicine 2+1
2 RIT-423 Interventional Radiology and Angiography 2+1
3 RIT-433 Practical X-Rays and Fluoroscopy 0+3
4 RIT-442 Communication Skills and Conflict Resolution in Healthcare 2+0
5 RIT-453 Practical Computed Tomography 0+3
6 RIT-463 Research Project 0+3
7 QT-410 Translation of Holy Qur’an IV 0+0
  Total   6+11=17

8th Semester

Sr. Course Code Course Title Credit Hours
1 RIT-473 Practical Nuclear Medicine 1+2
2 RIT-483 Practical Ultrasound 1+2
3 RIT-493 Practical Interventional Radiology and Angiography 1+2
4 RIT-4103 Practical Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) 1+2
5 RIT-4113 Practical Mammography 1+2
  Total   5+10=15

Program Duration: 4 Years
Total Semesters: 8 Semesters
Total Credit Hours: 133