OCC Radiography Program

Mission and Outcomes

Mission & Goals

The mission of Illinois Eastern Community Colleges-Olney Central College Radiography Program is to provide quality radiography education and to graduate competent entry-level radiographers to serve the community.

The mission is accomplished through these program goals: 

1. Students will be clinically competent.

2. Students will communicate effectively.

3. Students will use critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

4. Students will evaluate the importance of professional growth and development.

Student Learning Outcomes 

1. Students will demonstrate positioning skills.

2. Students will select appropriate technical factors.

3. Students will demonstrate radiation protection.

4. Students will demonstrate adequate knowledge of radiographic procedures (positioning criteria, anatomy, selection of technical factors)..

5. Students will demonstrate written and oral communication skills.

6. Students will evaluate radiographic images for appropriate technical factors and positioning.

7. Students will adapt positioning for trauma patients.

8. Students will demonstrate understanding of the importance of participation in professional radiology organizations.

9. Students will demonstrate understanding of the necessity and importance of continuing education.