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Diagnostic Sonography (Abdomen/OB-GYN)

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Total Hours Needed to Graduate:
78 Hours
Prerequisite Courses
28 Hours
COURSE NUMBER/TITLE
COURSE NUMBER
COURSE TITLE
CREDIT HOURS
BIO 1210
Human Anatomy and Physiology I
3

Focuses on the essential study of the body and associated terminology with a view toward the structure and function of the body parts, organs, and systems and their relationship to the whole body. 45 hours of lecture and 30 hours of lab if required.

Prerequisite(s):
None

Corequisite(s):
BIO 1211 

BIO 1211
Human Anatomy and Physiology I Lab
1

Accompanies the lecture course and if required, it is to be taken concurrently. Students will perform minimal dissections and explorations of main anatomical structures using models and virtual explorations to reinforce the material presented in the lecture. This course focuses on the structure and function of the body parts, organs, and systems and their relation to the body as a whole. 45 hours of lecture and 30 hours of lab if required.

Prerequisite(s):
None

Corequisite(s):
BIO 1210 

BIO 1220
Human Anatomy and Physiology II
3

Focuses on the physiology of the body system on a cellular level and their relationship to the whole body. 45 hours of lecture and 30 hours of lab if required.

Prerequisite(s):
BIO 1210, BIO 1211 

Corequisite(s):
BIO 1221 

BIO 1221
Human Anatomy and Physiology II Lab
1

Accompanies the lecture course and if required, is to be taken concurrently. Students will perform dissections to reinforce the material presented in the lecture. This course focuses on the physiology of the body systems on a cellular level and their relationship to the body as a whole. 45 hours of lecture and 30 hours of lab if required.

Prerequisite(s):
BIO 1210, BIO 1211  

Corequisite(s):
BIO 1220 

BIO 2150
Pathophysiology
3

Examines general disease mechanisms with an emphasis on the disease processes within each body system.

Prerequisite(s):
None

Corequisite(s):
BIO 1220 

COM 1010
Composition and Critical Thinking I
3

Students will develop critical thinking, reading, and writing skills in the context of personal, professional, digital, and academic environments, with emphasis on analysis. This course will enable students to examine, develop, and employ the writing process while focusing on audience, invention, rhetorical context, language, style, purpose, written communication strategies, and digital demands.

Prerequisite(s):
None

Corequisite(s):
None

COM 1020
Composition and Critical Thinking II
3

Students will extend and apply concepts introduced in Composition and Critical Thinking, and Quantitative Literacy, through the development of written arguments and oral presentations for a variety of academic and professional audiences.

Prerequisite(s):
COM 1010, MTH 1010 

Corequisite(s):
None

ELECTIVE
General Education Elective
3

HSC 1010
Introduction to Health Professions
2

Provides students with a foundation for college success, as well as the exploration of various health professions and tools for career planning. Emphasizes concepts of professionalism, health care ethics, and confidentiality as well as an introduction to electronic health records (EHR) and relevant medical terminology.

Prerequisite(s):
None

Corequisite(s):
None

MTH 1010
Quantitative Literacy
3

This course introduces skills in reasoning, critical thinking, and quantitative literacy. Students will develop the ability to reason and solve quantitative problems from a wide array of contexts and real-world situations. Students will develop the analytical skills necessary to ask questions and define problems; develop and apply quantitative models; and interpret data in order to evaluate arguments supported by quantitative evidence.

Prerequisite(s):
None

Corequisite(s):
None

PSY 2050
Self and Society
3

The course provides a foundation for understanding human relationships and transferring that knowledge to personal/professional applications. Topics include basic dynamics of human relationships; awareness of self; the effect of environment on thoughts and behavior; the importance of intercultural competence; ethics and social responsibility; as well as building skills that will improve individual and team functions.

Prerequisite(s):
COM 1010, MTH 1010 

Corequisite(s):
COM 1020 

Diagnostic Sonography (Abdomen/OB-GYN) Major
50 Hours
COURSE NUMBER/TITLE
COURSE NUMBER
COURSE TITLE
CREDIT HOURS
DMS 1110
Abdominal Sonography
4

Presents sonography anatomy of the normal and abnormal abdomen, retroperitoneum, and major vascular structures. Normal variants and pathology of these areas are also covered. Comparisons are made with normal sonographic appearances so students learn to recognize pathologies and abnormalities. Students are expected to achieve mastery in all areas covered. 30 hours of lecture and 60 hours of lab are required. Must complete with a B- or better.  

Prerequisite(s):
Accepted into the program, Program Director/Dean approval

Corequisite(s):
DMS 1110L, DMS 1210, DMS 1310 

DMS 1210
OB/GYN Sonography I
3

Presents normal and abnormal conditions of the female pelvis, including uterus, ovaries, 1st trimester obstetrics, and multiple gestations. Comparisons are made with normal sonographic appearances so students learn to recognize pathologies and abnormalities. Students are expected to achieve mastery level in all areas covered. Must complete with a B- or better.

Prerequisite(s):
Accepted into the Diagnostic Medical Sonography program, Program Director/Dean approval

Corequisite(s):
DMS 1110, DMS 1310 

DMS 1310
Sonographic Techniques Lab
3

Presents future sonographers with basic concepts of patient care that will confront them in the medical setting. Emphasis on professional behaviors, and scanning skills while performing assessments identifying beginner sonographic anatomy. This course will prepare students for their professional clinical experience in the work field. 90 hours of lab are required. Must complete with a B- or better.

Prerequisite(s):
Accepted into the Diagnostic Medical Sonography program

Corequisite(s):
None

DMS 2210
OB/GYN Sonography II
3

Presents normal and abnormal conditions of the 2nd and 3rd trimester, invasive procedures, amniotic fluid index, biophysical profile, and Doppler waveforms. Comparisons are made with normal sonographic appearance so students learn to recognize pathologies and abnormalities. Students are expected to achieve mastery level in all areas covered. Must complete with a B- or better.

Prerequisite(s):
DMS 1210, Accepted into the Diagnostic Medical Sonography program

Corequisite(s):
None

DMS 2310
Clinical I
6

Provides the opportunity for learning basic sonography skills in the clinical setting. An understanding of operation in the diagnostic facility is also provided. This is the first of 3 structured clinical courses that directs students through progressive levels of experience; observation, participation under personal supervision, provision of care under direct supervision and more independent functioning under general supervision. This is an 18-week rotation to include a minimum of 568 clinical hours. Must complete with a B- or better.

Prerequisite(s):
Accepted into the program.

Corequisite(s):
None

DMS 2320
Clinical II
6

Gives students the ability to continue a clinical opportunity to learn sonography skills in a professional setting. This is the second structured clinical courses that directs students through progressive levels of experience; observation, participation under personal supervision, provision of care under direct supervision and more independent functioning under general supervision. This is a 14-week rotation to include a minimum of 440 clinical hours. Must complete with a B- or better.

Prerequisite(s):
DMS 2310 

Corequisite(s):
None

DMS 2330
Clinical III and Capstone Review
6

Emphasis is on mastering scanning technique, and identifying pathology. Students will fulfill all expected clinical competencies, while preparing for their national registry exams. This is the final clinical course for mastering sonography skills as an entry-level sonographer. This is an 18-week course to include 712 clinical hours. Students must achieve 80% or better in all coursework and 80% or better on all evaluations to receive credit for this course. Must complete with a B- or better.

Prerequisite(s):
DMS 2320 

Corequisite(s):
None

DMS 2410
Superficial Structures and Ultrasound Procedures
2

Covers the normal and abnormal anatomy of sonographic appearance of the breast, soft tissue, prostate, and small parts. Comparisons are made with normal structures so students learn to recognize pathologies and abnormalities. Students will be expected to achieve mastery level in all areas covered. Must complete with a B- or better.

Prerequisite(s):
Accepted into the Diagnostic Medical Sonography program, Program Director/Dean approval

Corequisite(s):
None

DMS 2910
Abdominal and Superficial Sonography Board Review
3

Comprehensive Abdominal and Superficial Sonography Board Review with anatomy, physiology and exam techniques. The board review includes liver, biliary tree, pancreas, urinary tract, abscesses, scrotum, prostate, spleen, retroperitoneum, abdominal vasculature, GI tract, neck, superficial structures, and instrumentation with ultrasound images of normal anatomy and pathology.

Prerequisite(s):
DMS 1110, DMS 2410  

Corequisite(s):
None

DMS 2950
Obstetrics and Gynecology Sonography Board Review
3

Comprehensive Obstetrics  and Gynecology  Sonography Board Review with anatomy, physiology and exam techniques. The board review includes obstetrics first through third trimesters, placenta, assessment of gestational age, and complications, gynecology normal pelvic anatomy, physiology, pediatric, infertility/endocrinology, postmenopausal, pelvic and extra pelvic pathology, patient care, patient preparation, and technique with ultrasound images of normal anatomy and pathology.

Prerequisite(s):
DMS 2210 

Corequisite(s):
None

HSC 1810
Acoustical Physics
4

Presents the fundamental principles of acoustical physics. This course will cover acoustical properties, instrumentation, transducer types and characteristics, Doppler principles, and biological effects. Must complete with a B- or better.

Prerequisite(s):
Accepted into the Cardiac Sonography program or the Diagnostic Sonography program

Corequisite(s):
None

HSC 1910
Introduction to Sonography and Patient Care
3

Exposes allied health students to basic concepts of patient care that will confront them in the medical setting. Theory and practice will include such areas as medical ethics, legal concepts, infection control, microbiology, history taking, vital signs, dealing with emergencies, and patient positioning and transfer methods. Emphasis on the total patient is presented with regards to the patient’s physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs. This course also provides a theoretical foundation for the fundamental principles and concepts of pharmacotherapies and drug classifications. This course will focus on the drugs the sonographer will most likely encounter in the cardiovascular patient population. 45 hours of lecture are required. Must complete with a B- or better.

Prerequisite(s):
Accepted into the Cardiac Sonography program or the Diagnostic Sonography program

Corequisite(s):
None

PHY 1210
Physics Concepts
1

Introduces various topics in physics. Motion, energy, and the dynamics of particles are investigated. The physical concepts of fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and wave motion are explored as well as selected topics in atomic and nuclear physics.

Prerequisite(s):
None

Corequisite(s):
None

VAS 2220
Non-Invasive Vascular I
3

Presents sonography anatomy of the normal and abnormal cerebrovascular, and peripheral venous system. Normal variants, signs, symptoms, risk factors, pathology, and treatments of these areas are also covered. Emphasis will be on the basic understanding of various testing modalities, techniques, limitations, and interpretative guidelines used in noninvasive peripheral vascular evaluations. Presents basic principles of ultrasound physics, analyzing diagnostic criteria in flow dynamics. 15 hours of lecture and 60 hours of lab are required. Must complete with a B- or better.

Prerequisite(s):
Accepted into the program, Program Dean/Director approval

Corequisite(s):
VAS 2220L

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