Academic Programs Booklet

2025
College of Health and Sport Sciences

Prepared By: VP For Academic Programs and Graduate Studies Office

 B.Sc. In Radiologic Technology (Diagnostic) - 2025
College of Health and Sport Sciences

Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Technology (Diagnostic)

Major Elective
(ME)** University
4.5% Requirement (UR)
8.3%
Program Components
Course Type CRD College
Requirement
University Requirement (UR) 11 (CR)
14.3%
College Requirement (CR) 19
Major Support Requirement (MSR) 20
Major Requirement (MR)* 77
Major Elective (ME)** 06 Major Support
Requirement
Total Program Credit (CRD) 133 (MSR)
12.1%
Total Clinical Training Credits: 28 Major Requirement
(MR)*
60.6%

*Including Clinical Training

**Student should select two courses from the Major Elective (ME) list

Teaching Language: English

Detailed Study Plan

Year 1 – Semester 1
Course Course Hours Course Pre- Major
Course Title
Code Lec. Prac. Clinical Crdt. Type Requisite GPA
English for the Healthcare
ENG115 2 2 0 3 CR - No
Professionals I
Modern History of Bahrain
HIST122 3 0 0 3 UR - No
and Citizenship
ISLM101 Islamic Culture 3 0 0 3 UR - No

RAD102 Introduction to Radiology 3 0 0 3 MR - Yes

Total Credits 12

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 Year 1 – Semester 2
Course Course Hours Course Pre- Major
Course Title Lec. Prac. Clinical Crdt.
Code Type Requisite GPA
Hospital Practice and Care
RAD104 3 2 0 4 MR - Yes
of Patients
LFS118 Anatomy and Physiology I 3 2 0 4 MSR - No

LFS217 Microbiology 3 0 0 3 CR - No

CGS201 X-Ray Physics I 2 0 0 2 MSR - No

ARAB110 Arabic Language Skills 3 0 0 3 UR - No

Total Credits 16

Year 2 – Semester 3
Course Course Hours Course Pre- Major
Course Title
Code Lec. Prac. Clinical Crdt. Type Requisite GPA

RAD206 Fundamentals of Imaging 3 2 0 4 MR - Yes

CGS202 X-Ray Physics II 2 0 0 2 MSR CGS201 No

English for the Healthcare
ENG125 2 2 0 3 CR ENG115 No
Professionals II
PH222 Biostatistics 2 2 0 3 CR - No

LFS128 Anatomy and Physiology II 3 2 0 4 MSR LFS118 No

Total Credits 16

Year 2 – Semester 4
Course Course Hours Course Pre- Major
Course Title
Code Lec. Prac. Clinical Crdt. Type Requisite GPA
LFS128,
RAD217 Radiography I 4 2 0 5 MR Yes
RAD206
RAD227 Clinical Skills I 0 0 15 5 MR RAD206 Yes

PHAM321 Pharmacology for Radiology 2 0 0 2 MSR LFS128 No

LFS227 Pathophysiology 4 0 0 4 CR LFS128 No

CGS202
RAD33x Major Elective I 2 2 0 3 ME Yes
LFS128
Total Credits 19

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 Year 3 – Semester 5
Course Course Hours Cours Pre- Major
Course Title
Code Lec. Prac. Clinical Crdt. e Requisite GPA
Type
RAD316 Radiography II 0 5 MR RAD217 Yes
4 2 RAD227
RAD326 Clinical Skills II 0 0 15 5 MR RAD227 Yes
(RAD316
co-Req.)
Fundamentals of Sociology
SBS316 3 0 0 3 MSR - No
and Psychology
CGS202
RAD33x Major Elective II 2 2 0 3 ME LFS128
Yes

HRLC107 Human Rights 2 0 0 2 UR - No

Total Credits 18

Year 3 – Semester 6
Course Course Hours Course Pre- Major
Course Title
Code Lec. Prac. Clinical Crdt. Type Requisite GPA
RAD331 Computerized Tomography 2 2 0 3 MR RAD316 Yes

RAD341 Radiology Quality Control 3 0 0 3 MR CGS202 Yes

RAD206
RAD319 Advanced Imaging I 3 2 0 4 MR RAD316 Yes

RAD329 Clinical Skills III 0 0 15 5 MR RAD316 Yes

PH222
SBS320 Research Methods 2 2 0 3 CR No
Total Credits 18

Year 4 – Semester 7
Course Code Course Hours Course Pre- Major
Course Title
Lec. Prac. Clinical Crdt.. Type Requisite GPA
RAD411 Graduation Project I 0 4 0 2 MR SBS320 Yes

RAD418 Image Interpretation and 2 2 0 3 MR RAD316 Yes

Evaluation
Advanced Imaging II
RAD419 3 2 0 4 MR RAD319 Yes

RAD429 Clinical Skills IV 0 0 15 5 MR RAD329 Yes

RAD431 Radiobiology 3 0 0 3 MR RAD341 Yes

Total Credits 17

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 Year 4 – Semester 8

Course Course Hours Course Pre- Major

Course Title Lec. Prac. Clinical
Code Crdt. Type Requisite GPA
RAD412 Graduation Project II 0 4 0 2 MR RAD411 Yes

RAD430 Advanced Imaging III 3 2 0 4 MR RAD419 Yes

RAD419
RAD480 Field Practice 0 0 24 8 MR Yes
RAD429
Leadership and Management
HCA301 3 0 0 3 MSR - No
in Healthcare Setting
Total Credits 17

----------------------- List of Major Elective Courses

(Student select only 2 Electives)

Course Course Hours Course Pre- Major

Code Course Title Crdt. Type Requisite GPA
Lec. Prac. Clinical
Fundamentals of Magnetic CGS202
RAD330 Resonance Imaging 2 2 0 3 ME Yes
LFS128
Fundamentals of Dental CGS202
RAD335 2 2 0 3 ME Yes
and Oral Imaging LFS128
Fundamentals of CGS202
RAD336 2 2 0 3 ME Yes
Radionuclide Imaging LFS128
Fundamentals of Forensic CGS202
RAD337 2 2 0 3 ME Yes
Imaging LFS128
Fundamentals of CGS202
RAD338 Ultrasonography 2 2 0 3 ME Yes
LFS128
Fundamentals of Breast CGS202
RAD339 2 2 0 3 ME Yes
Imaging LFS128

NB:
• The passing Grade for the (MR or ME) RAD courses is C.
• The passing Grade for the Other MSR, CR, and UR courses is D.

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 Course Descriptions

English for the Healthcare

Course Code: ENG115 Course Title: Cr: 3
Professionals I
Develop the language skills of reading, listening, speaking, and writing, with a
focus on meeting the language needs of healthcare professionals. Examine verbal
Course
and non-verbal communication skills, including extracting ideas, paraphrasing,
Description:
writing in APA style and guidelines, and writing assessment reports. Comprehend
medical terminologies, prefixes, suffixes, and word roots.
Modern History of Bahrain and
Course Code: HIST122 Course Title: Cr: 3
Citizenship
‫عش ميالدي والجذور التاريخية‬‫حت القرن الثامن ر‬ ‫ مخترص تاري خ البحرين ى‬،‫الشخصية المكانية للبحرين‬
‫ الدولة الحديثة وتطور الحياة الدستورية‬،‫عش الميالدي‬ ‫لتكوين الهوية الوطنية للبحرين منذ القرن الثامن ر‬
Course
Description: ‫ القيم األساسية لمجتمع البحرين وحقوق المواطنة‬،‫واإلسالم يف هوية البحرين‬
‫ي‬ ‫العرب‬
‫ي‬ ‫ البعد‬،‫يف البحرين‬
‫ التطور‬،‫ المسؤوليات والواجبات والمشاركة المجتمعية‬،)‫(القانونية والسياسية والمدنية واالقتصادية‬
.‫ العالقات الخليجية والعربية والدولية للبحرين‬،‫االقتصادي والتنمية يف البحرين‬
Course Code: ISLM 101 Course Title: Islamic Culture Cr: 3
‫ وبيان أهم ركائزها من‬،‫ وبيان مصادرها من القرآن والسنة واالجتهاد‬،‫دراسة لمفهوم الثقافة اإلسالمية‬
Course ‫ مع ى‬،‫ كالنظام االجتماع واالقتصادي والسياس‬،‫ وأهم النظم اإلسالمية‬،‫العقيدة والعبادة واألخالق‬
‫التكت‬ ‫ي‬ ‫ي‬
Description:
.‫ وقضية الحوار‬،‫ قضية اإلرهاب والتطرف‬:‫عىل موقف الثقافة اإلسالمية من أهم قضايا العرص مثل‬
Course Code: RAD 102 Course Title: Introduction to Radiology Cr: 3
Orientation to the healthcare system in the Kingdom of Bahrain and its structure,
including radiologic technologists' clinical, ethical, and legal responsibilities.
Course
Emphasizing the characteristics of waves and radiation and the
Description:
risks of ionizing radiation. Site visits provide an overview of the radiology
department environment and setup.
Hospital Practice and Care of
Course Code: RAD 104 Course Title: Cr: 4
Patients
Focuses on patient care and welfare in the Radiology Department, emphasizing
Course
care during basic and special radiologic procedures. It includes rules, regulations,
Description:
and practices for radiation protection, infection control, and sterilization.
Course Code: LFS118 Course Title: Anatomy and Physiology I Cr: 4
The course covers the organization of the human body, including the structure
Course and function of cells, tissues, and organs. It also includes the gross and
Description: microscopic anatomy and physiology of the integumentary, skeletal, muscular,
blood, cardiovascular, and lymphatic systems.
Course Code: LFS217 Course Title: Microbiology Cr: 3
Introduce the basic concepts of microbiology, with a special emphasis on
microbial ecology, epidemiology, and the pathogenesis of infectious diseases. As
Course
healthcare professionals, you will be equipped to apply the concepts of microbial
Description:
growth control to prevent the spread of infections in both daily life and the
professional field.
Course Code: CGS201 Course Title: X-Ray Physics I Cr: 2
Presents the physical principles underlying Radiology Technology, emphasizing
Course the laws governing electric and magnetic fields and the characteristics of
Description: electromagnetic energy. Describes regions of the electromagnetic spectrum and
explains how radiation interacts with matter.
Course Code: ARAB110 Course Title: Arabic Language Skills Cr: 3
ً ً ّ ً ً ً ‫ وتر‬،‫ صياغة‬،‫العربية‬ّ ّ ّ
Course ،‫ ونقدا‬،‫وتذوقا‬ ‫ ومعالجة أساليبها قراءة‬،‫وداللة‬
ِ ،‫ومعجما‬ ،‫كيبا‬ ‫أساسيات اللغة‬ ‫دراسة‬
ّ ّ ّ ّ ِّ ّ
Description: ‫مختلف األجناس األدبية‬
ِ ‫تتناول‬ ‫نصوص‬ ‫خالل‬ ‫من‬ ،‫ة‬ ‫ي‬ ‫عبت‬ ‫والت‬ ‫ة‬ ‫اللي‬‫الد‬ ‫وقيمها‬ ‫ة‬ ‫الجمالي‬ ‫خصائصها‬ ‫وبيان‬
ً ‫شعرا ر‬
.‫ونتا‬ ً

Course Code: RAD206 Course Title: Fundamentals of Imaging Cr: 4

Course Introduce the principles of image quality assessment and the formation and
Description: recording of radiologic images in conventional and digital imaging systems.
Course Code: CGS202 Course Title: X-Ray Physics II Cr: 2
A continuation of CGS-201 explores X-ray tube components, the production of
Course characteristic and bremsstrahlung X-rays, the different interactions of X-rays with
Description: matter, and their applications in imaging. Focuses on types of filtrations and
factors that affect the quantity and quality of the X-ray beam.
English for the Healthcare
Course Code: ENG125 Course Title: Cr: 3
Professionals II
Apply the language and communication skills of reading, listening, speaking, and
Course writing at a higher level. Adopt critical reading skills, inferential comprehension,
Description: analytical report writing, and a research essay based on medical terminologies
and the APA style and guidelines.
Course Code: PH222 Course Title: Biostatistics Cr: 3
Descriptive statistics, some basic probability concepts, discrete and continuous
probability distribution, estimations, hypothesis testing: one and two sample
Course
inference, analysis of variance, inference of categorical data, Simple linear and
Description:
multiple regression and correlation, logistic regression, use of statistical
packages.
Course Code: LFS128 Course Title: Anatomy and Physiology II Cr: 4
The course covers gross and microscopic anatomy and physiology of the nervous,
Course
special senses, endocrine, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive
Description:
systems.
Course Code: RAD217 Course Title: Radiography I Cr: 5
Provides knowledge of radiographic positioning and practices of skeletal
Course
radiography, including imaging of the chest, bony thorax, upper and lower
Description:
extremities, shoulder and pelvic girdles, and vertebral column.
Course Code: RAD227 Course Title: Clinical Skills I Cr: 5
Develops the necessary skills and attitudes to perform radiographic examinations
covered in the Radiography I course (RAD 217), following recognized professional
Course
standards and using standard evaluation criteria for all produced images while
Description:
meeting the patient's healthcare needs. Faculty members and clinical preceptors
supervise all clinical procedures.
Course Code: PHAM321 Course Title: Pharmacology for Radiology Cr: 2
Introduces basic pharmacology knowledge relevant to radiology practice,
Course
exploring the pharmacology of major drug classifications, including their uses and
Description:
adverse reactions as applied to radiology procedures.
Course Code: LFS227 Course Title: Pathophysiology Cr: 4
Cover the basic pathophysiology of disease processes, their clinical
Course manifestations, complications, diagnostic findings, and management. You will
Description: also acquire knowledge to provide better disease management and apply critical
thinking and analytical methods of inquiry regarding the disease processes.
Course Code: RAD316 Course Title: Radiography II Cr: 5
A continuation of the Radiography I course (RAD 217), this course covers details
of radiographic positioning techniques for skeletal radiography and special
Course
radiologic procedures, including imaging of the skull, paranasal sinuses,
Description:
alimentary, urinary, biliary, respiratory, central nervous, and musculoskeletal
systems.
Course Code: RAD326 Course Title: Clinical Skills II Cr: 5
A continuation of RAD 217. Develops the necessary skills and attitudes to perform
the radiographic examinations covered in RAD 217 and RAD 316 per recognized
Course
professional standards using standard evaluation criteria for all produced images
Description:
while always meeting the patient’s health care needs. Faculty members and
clinical preceptors supervise all clinical procedures.
Fundamentals of Sociology and
Course Code: SBS316 Course Title: Cr: 3
Psychology
Familiarize students with the basic concepts and theories in Sociology and
Psychology. This will enable the allied health graduate to recognize the various
Course
societal forces and aspects of human behavior that control human interactions.
Description:
It will also help the graduate develop a holistic perception of healthcare needs
and services.
Course Code: RAD319 Course Title: Advanced Imaging I Cr: 4
Develops the necessary knowledge and skills to perform advanced imaging
Course procedures, including imaging of salivary and lacrimal systems, pediatric
Description: radiography, bone mineral densitometry, conventional tomography, and Ortho
roentgenography.
Course Code: HRLC107 Course Title: Human Rights Cr: 2

Course ‫ المدنية والسياسية‬:‫ وأنواع الحقوق المحمية‬،‫دراسة ماهية حقوق اإلنسان ومصادرها الدولية والوطنية‬
Description: ‫ باإلضافة إىل دراسة آليات مراقبة‬،‫واالقتصادية واالجتماعية والثقافية وتطبيقاتها يف مملكة البحرين‬
‫حقوق اإلنسان الدولية والوطنية ويتضمن المقرر إنجازات مملكة البحرين يف مجال حقوق اإلنسان من‬
.‫خالل بيان وتعريف الطلبة بأجهزتها الحقوقية‬
Course Code: RAD329 Course Title: Clinical Skills III Cr: 5
A continuation of previous clinical courses. Concentrates on building the skills
necessary to perform advanced radiologic procedures covered in the Advanced
Course
Imaging (I) course, following professional standards using standard evaluation
Description:
criteria for all produced images while meeting the patient's health care needs.
Faculty members and clinical preceptors supervise all clinical procedures.
Course Code: RAD331 Course Title: Computerized Tomography Cr: 3
Enable the study of computerized tomography imaging, including its physical
Course
principles, instrumentation, image quality, safety considerations, clinical
Description:
applications, common procedures, and protocols.
Course Code: SBS320 Course Title: Research Methods Cr: 3
Introduce the research process, including the necessary methodology, types of
research, sampling techniques, and data collection methods. The primary
Course
objective of this course is to equip students with the fundamental knowledge and
Description:
skills necessary for their academic and professional development. Further,
developing a research proposal will apply this knowledge and these skills.
Course Code: RAD341 Course Title: Radiology Quality Control Cr: 3
 Provides the fundamental applications of Quality Control and Quality Assurance
Course in the radiology department, emphasizing areas encountered by new graduates,
Description: the importance of quality in medical settings, and the impact of quality control
and equipment management.
Course Code: RAD419 Course Title: Advanced Imaging II Cr: 4
Provides the necessary knowledge and skills for performing advanced imaging
Course
procedures in medical emergencies, trauma radiography, surgical radiography,
Description:
digital fluoroscopy, and brain imaging.
Course Code: RAD429 Course Title: Clinical Skills IV Cr: 5
A continuation of previous clinical courses builds the necessary skills for advanced
radiology procedures, with an emphasis on trauma, emergency patients, and the
Course
principles and applications of advanced imaging modalities and
Description:
methods. Direct supervision is provided by program faculty, clinical instructors,
and preceptors.
Image Interpretation and
Course Code: RAD418 Course Title: Cr: 3
Evaluation
Provides key principles for evaluating radiology images, including normal
Course anatomy, common pathologies, and technical quality. It also focuses on
Description: interpretation skills and implementing the"red-dot"system in traumatic and
non-traumatic radiographic procedures.
Course Code: RAD411 Course Title: Graduation Project I Cr: 2
Supports selecting a professionally relevant research topic under faculty
Course guidance, culminating in submitting a research proposal and preparing a
Description: comprehensive literature review related to the selected topic as a foundation for
the main graduation project.
Course Code: RAD431 Course Title: Radiobiology Cr: 3
Cover the principles and concepts underlying the biological effects of ionizing
radiation on living organisms at the molecular, cellular, organ, and whole-body
Course
levels. It addresses both low-energy and high-energy radiation levels, as well as
Description:
early acute effects and late or hereditary effects, highlighting the importance of
radiation protection.
Course Code: RAD430 Course Title: Advanced Imaging III Cr: 4
Provides the necessary knowledge and skills for performing advanced imaging
Course procedures in angiography and interventional radiology. Emphasizes the roles of
Description: interventional and angiography team members and introduces artificial
intelligence applications in radiology.

Course Code: RAD412 Course Title: Graduation Project II Cr: 2

A continuation of Graduation Project I . Emphasizes research collaboration,
Course
applying the correct methodology, data collection, and interpretation of results,
Description:
formalizing thesis recommendations and presenting final findings."
Course Code: RAD480 Course Title: Field Practice Cr: 8
A 24-hour field practice per week in the radiology department, emphasizing the
technical and clinical skills necessary to function as a competent radiologic
Course
technologist under minimal supervision. Enables the practice of radiologic
Description:
procedures and assumes full responsibility in clinical settings as Part of the
Radiology team.
 Leadership and Management in
Course HCA301 Course Title: Cr: 3
Healthcare Setting
Code:
Covering management functions and leadership principles as applied in
healthcare settings, exploring the principles of organizational theory and
Course
behavioral aspects of management across various settings, and cultivating the
Description:
knowledge, skills, and attributes for effective leadership, decision-making, team
motivation, managing stress and time, and workplace planning and organization.

Elective Courses

Fundamentals of Magnetic
Course Code: RAD330 Course Title: Cr: 3
Resonance Imaging
Provide the fundamentals of magnetic resonance imaging techniques, including
Course principles, applications, instrumentation, safety considerations, sectional
Description: anatomy, common artifacts, and the applications of basic imaging procedures
and protocols.
Fundamentals of Dental and
Course Code: RAD335 Course Title: Cr: 3
Oral Imaging
Provide the fundamental knowledge and practical understanding required for
performing dental and oral imaging. Topics include dental and oral imaging
Course
instrumentation, principles and practices of radiation protection and safety,
Description:
various radiology imaging techniques, quality assurance procedures, and the
principles of dental image interpretation.
Fundamentals of Radionuclide
Course Code: RAD336 Course Title: Cr: 3
Imaging
Provide the fundamental knowledge underpinning physical principles,
Course instrumentation, technological advances, clinical applications, common
Description: radionuclide imaging procedures, Single-Photon Emission Computed.
Tomography (SPECT) and Positron Emission Tomography (PET/CT).
Fundamentals of Forensic
Course Code: RAD337 Course Title: Cr: 3
Imaging
Provide the fundamental knowledge base for forensic science and forensic
Course imaging, fostering the role of various radiology imaging modalities in support of
Description: both medical and non-medical forensic purposes, as well as the role of radiology
staff within legal contexts.
Course Code: RAD338 Course Title: Fundamentals of Ultrasonography Cr: 3
Provide the fundamentals of sonographic imaging techniques, including
Course
instrumentation, patient care, safety, and the basics of sonographic image
Description:
interpretation.
Course Code: RAD339 Course Title: Fundamentals of Breast Imaging Cr: 3
Provide the fundamentals of mammography and breast imaging, including its
Course
principles, applications, instrumentation, safety considerations, and the
Description:
application of common procedure protocols.