Course Descriptions

Sonography Course Descriptions

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DMDS-100 - SONOGRAPHIC PHYSICS AND INSTRUMENTATION 1  3 credits
Presents theoretical and practical aspects of ultrasound physics and instrumentation, including characteristics and properties of sound energy and the manner in which ultrasound is used in imaging. The physical principles examined will include wave forms, propagation, velocity, wave length, acoustic impedance, reflection, refraction, other types of interaction with tissue, and imaging systems. Considered as a pivotal course in which the student learns to integrate knowledge of physics with instrumentation theory and applications. Understanding the production and actual creation of high quality diagnostic images will be stressed. COREQUISITE: A college-level math course of 3 credits or more, DMDL-100L .
DMDS-200 - SONOGRAPHIC PHYSICS AND INSTRUMENTATION 2  3 credits
A continuation of DMDS-100 presenting theoretical and practical aspects of ultrasound physics and instrumentation, including advanced signal processing, complex instrumentation, recording devices, biologic effects, basic hemodynamics, basic doppler principles, and quality control methods. PREREQUISITE: DMDS-100. COREQUISITE: DMDS-200L.
DMDS-202 - INTRODUCTION TO SONOGRAPHIC PROCEDURES  2 credits
An introduction to sonographic imaging in abdominal and ob/gyn specialties. Emphasis will be placed on developing a strategy of examination based on recognition of normal and pathologic states, data from other imaging modalities, laboratory findings, patient history, and other information as appropriate. PREREQUISITE: DMDS-200.
DMDS-203 - CLINICAL PRACTICUM 1 (8 WEEKS)  2 credits
A clinical practicum designed to orient the student to common procedures in sonography, and to overall operation, policies, and basic patient care in the medical setting. PREREQUISITE: MAST-210; COREQUISITE: DMDS-202.
DMDS-206 - INTRODUCTION ECHOCARDIOGRAPHY PROCEDURES  2 credits
This introduction is specific to cardiac sonographic imaging. Emphasis will be placed on Doppler ultrasound physics and instrumentation as a continuation of DMDS-200. In addition, understanding of examination basics, recognizing pertinent patient data and understanding of normal cardiac anatomy and physiology will be discussed. PREREQUISITE: DMDS-200
DMDS-210 - CLINICAL PRACTICUM IN ECHOCARDIOGRAPHY 1  2 credits
Introductory Clinical Practicum designed to orient the student to common procedures in cardiac Sonography and to overall operation, policies and basic patient care in the medical setting. Instrument controls will be introduced. PREREQUISITE: DMDS-200; COREQUISITE: DMDS-206
DMDS-300 - OB/GYN PROCEDURES 1  3 credits
A continuation of DMDS-202. Emphasis will be placed on the development of a strategy of examination based on the recognition of normal and pathological states in obstetric and gynecologic ultrasound imaging. The contribution of data from laboratory testing, clinical history and other imaging modalities is explored. PREREQUISITE: DMDS-202. COREQUISITE: DMDS-301.
DMDS-301 - CLINICAL PRACTICUM 2  3 credits
Application of classroom and laboratory study to sonographic examination in the specialties of abdomen and ob/gyn. PREREQUISITE: DMDS-203. COREQUISITE: DMDS-300.
DMDS-310 - ABDOMINAL SONOGRAPHIC PROCEDURES 1  3 credits
A continuation of Sonographic Procedures 1. Emphasis will be placed on the development of a strategy of examination based on the recognition of normal and pathological states in abdominal and small parts ultrasound imaging. The contribution of data from laboratory testing, clinical history, and other imaging modalities is explored. Guest lecturers from the local medical community and case presentations from the student’s clinical sites are valuable components of this class. PREREQUISITE: Any student in a Medical Imaging program (DMIS, DMIR, DMIN) currently taking a clinical practicum course. Required for Sonography students.
DMDS-315 - ECHOCARDIOGRAPHY PROCEDURES 1  4 credits
A continuation of DMDS 205. Emphasis will be on understanding normal cardiac function and flow patterns. In addition, the use of quantitative principles applied to cardiac sonographic images and flow data will be discussed. PREREQUISITE: DMDS-206 COREQUISITE: DMDS-320
DMDS-320 - CLINICAL PRACTICUM IN ECHOCARDIOGRAPHY 2  3 credits
This clinical is an integration of the classroom and laboratory study to cardiac sonographic examinations. Emphasis will be on the instrument controls to optimize quality as well performing linear, areas and circumference and other related measurements from sonographic images or data. PREREQUISITE: DMDS-320; COREQUISITE: DMDS-315
DMDS-400 - OB/GYN PROCEDURES 2  3 credits
A continuation of DMDS-300. Emphasis will be placed on the development of a strategy of examination based on the recognition of normal and pathological states in obstetric and gynecologic ultrasound imaging. The contribution of data from laboratory testing, clinical history and other imaging modalities is explored. Guest lecturers from the local medical community and case presentations from the student’s clinical sites are valuable components of this class. PREREQUISITE: DMDS-300. COREQUISITE: DMDS-401
DMDS-401 - CLINICAL PRACTICUM 3  3 credits
Application of classroom and laboratory study to examination in the specialties of abdomen and OB/GYN. PREREQUISITE: DMDS-301 COREQUISITE: DMDS-400.
DMDS-402 - ADVANCED SONOGRAPHIC PROCEDURES  2 credits
A comprehensive review of the specialties of abdomen, OB/GYN, and vascular sonography. PREREQUISITE: DMDS-400. COREQUISITE: DMDS-403
DMDS-403 - CLINICAL PRACTICUM 4 (8 WEEKS)  2 credits
A comprehensive experience requiring application of all prior theoretical and practical knowledge/skills to the clinical setting. PREREQUISITE: DMDS-401; CONCURRENT: DMDS-402.
DMDS-405 - ABDOMINAL SONOGRAPHIC PROCEDURES 2  3 credits
A continuation of DMDS-310. Emphasis will be placed on the development of a strategy of examination based on the recognition of normal and pathological states in abdominal and small parts ultrasound imaging. The contribution of data from laboratory testing, clinical history and other imaging modalities is explored. PREREQUISITE: DMDS-310 COREQUISITE: DMDS-400
DMDS-415 - ECHOCARDIOGRAPHY PROCEDURES 2  4 credits
A continuation of DMDS 315. Emphasis will be on understanding cardiac pathology, pathophysiology and hemodynamics of different types of cardiac disease. In addition, the use of quantitative principles applied to cardiac sonographic images and flow data as well as echocardiography and doppler patterns of cardiac disease states will be discussed. PREREQUISITE: DMDS-315; COREQUISITE: DMDS-421
DMDS-421 - CLINICAL PRACTICUM IN ECHOCARDIOGRAPHY 3  3 credits
A continuation of the DMDS 320 Clinical Practicum Echocardiography 2. Emphasis of this clinical experience will be on performing cardiac sonography examinations and recognition of abnormal images. PREREQUISITE: DMDS-320; COREQUISITE: DMDS-315
DMDS-425 - ADVANCED ECHOCARDIOGRAPHY PROCEDURES  2 credits
A continuation of DMDS 415. Emphasis will be on understanding the indications, utility, limitations and technical procedures related to echocardiography diagnostic procedures. Clinical pharmacology as it relates to echocardiography will be discussed. Vascular sonography will be introduced. PREREQUISITE: DMDS-415 COREQUISITE: DMDS-430
DMDS-430 - CLINICAL PRACTICUM IN ECHOCARDIOGRAPHY 4  2 credits
A continuation of DMDS-420 Clinical Practicum in Echocardiography 3. This clinical practicum is a comprehensive experience requiring the application of all prior theoretical and practical skills and knowledge in the clinical setting. PREREQUISITE: DMDS-415; COREQUISITE: DMDS-425