DMS 205
SMALL PARTS ULTRASOUND
2 CR. (1L/2 CLV)
PRQ: DMS 221, DMS 231, DMS 241, DMS 281. CORQ: DMS 206, DMS 282. Designed to teach specific knowledge of anatomy of the breast, thyroid, scrotum, prostate and the surrounding structures. The ability to identify pathology or to locate abnormalities is also an intricate part of the class.
DMS 206
VASCULAR ULTRASOUND
2 CR. (1L/2 CLV)
PRQ: DMS 221, DMS 231, DMS 241, DMS 281. CORQ: DMS 205, DMS 282. Covers basic positioning and scanning protocol of the vascular system. Review of the anatomy, hemodynamics and terminology unique to the vascular system with emphasis on the external carotid system, the upper and lower venous and arterial systems and the abdominal vasculature will be included.
DMS 221
OB/GYN ULTRASOUND I
2 CR. (1L/2 CLV)
PRQ: BIO 202, BIO 216, RTE 255. CORQ: DMS 231, DMS 241, DMS 281. Provides a systematic study of embryology to include development of the major organ systems, with correlation to sonographic imaging, at all stages of embryonic/fetal development and the surrounding environment and the ultimate mastery of the foundations of obstetric and gynecological sonography.
DMS 222
OB/GYN ULTRASOUND II
2 CR. (1L/2 CLV)
PRQ: DMS 221, DMS 231, DMS 241, DMS 281. CORQ: DMS 232, DMS 242, DMS 283. Covers a detailed study of the high-risk pregnancy and the use of ultrasound in detection of fetal abnormalities in organ systems to include: neural, musculoskeletal, gastrointestinal, heart, multiple pregnancy. Maternal factors such as infertility, disease, and teratogens are also covered.
DMS 231
ABDOMINAL ULTRASOUND I
2 CR. (1L/2CLV)
PRQ: BIO 202, BIO 216, RTE 255. CORQ: DMS 221, DMS 241, DMS 281. Offers a systematic study of the abdomen to include the function and development of the major organ systems with correlation to sonographic imaging and the surrounding environment. The student will master the foundations of sectional anatomy and abdominal sonography.
DMS 232
ABDOMINAL ULTRASOUND II
2 CR. (1L/2 CLV)
PRQ: DMS 221, DMS 232, DMS 241, DMS 281. CORQ: DMS 222, DMS 242, DMS 283. Offers a systematic study of the gastrointestinal tract, pediatric abdomen, neonatal brain, and transplanted organs. The student will review the necessary sterile technique preceding invasive and intraoperative procedures and will learn the applications of contrast agents in ultrasound. Other imaging techniques will be discussed as well as the principles guiding the field of sonography. A mock registry examination will be administered to prepare the student for writing the national registry examination.
DMS 241
ULTRASOUND PHYSICS I
2 CR. (1L/2 CLV)
PRQ: BIO 202, BIO 216, RTE 255. CORQ: DMS 221, DSM 231, DMS 281. Presents the theoretical and practical approach to understanding the fundamentals of ultrasound physics, instrumentation, image characteristics, artifacts, and bio-effects. The ergonomics of proper scanning techniques (setting up the cart, chair, and room properly to avoid musculoskeletal injury) will also be presented.
DMS 242
ULTRASOUND PHYSICS II
2 CR. (1L/2 CLV)
PRQ: DMS 221, DMS 231, DMS 241, DMS 282. CORQ: DMS 222, DMS 232, DMS 283. Covers a detailed study of ultrasound physics and the application within the clinical setting. Manipulation of technique controls, basic mathematical concepts, various Doppler modalities, equipment artifacts, QC/QA procedures, 3D fundamentals, and bioeffects are covered. Note: The comprehensive final is in a registry review format.
DMS 244
ULTRASOUND SCANNING LAB
6 CR.
PRQ: BIO 202, HPR 216, RTE 255. CORQ: DMS 221, DMS 231, DMS 241, DMS 280.
This course prepares the sonography student for ultrasound internship with an emphasis on applied instrumentation, ergonomics, and image optimization. Students will master basic scanning techniques and protocols in the areas of abdomen and OB/GYN. There will be a minimum of nine hours of direct scanning practices under direct supervision of a registered sonographer.
DMS 280
CLINICAL OBSERVATION
2.5 CR.
PRQ: BIO 202, HPR 216, RTE 255. CORQ: DMS 221, DMS 231, DMS 241, DMS 244.
This course prepares the beginning ultrasound student for clinical internship under the direct supervision of a registered sonographer. There is a focus on introductory skills necessary for clinical internship. These skills include patient care, department protocols, instrumentation, scanning techniques, and image evaluation. The student will spend a minimum of seven hours per week at the clinical site. Students will be trained in patient care and efficient work ethics in the clinical setting.
DMS 281
CLINICAL INTERNSHIP I
10 CR. (30 INT)
PRQ: BIO 202, BIO 216, RTE 255. CORQ: DMS 221, DMS 231, DMS 241. Offers the initial clinical course wherein the fundamental principles of abdominal, OB/GYN, and ultrasound physics will be applied under the direct supervision of a registered sonographer. The mastery of the foundations of instrumentation, scanning techniques, and image evaluation in sectional planes in abdominal and OB/GYN sonography will be stressed. The student will spend 30 hours per week training in appropriate patient care and effective scanning in the lab/clinical site under direct supervision of a registered sonographer.
DMS 282
CLINICAL INTERNSHIP II
10 CR. (30 INT)
PRQ: DMS 281. CORQ: DMS 205, DMS 206. Offers continued clinical experience for the ultrasound student. Application of the small parts didactic lectures will be applied and will include image evaluation and cross-sectional anatomy of the thyroid, breast and scrotum. The foundations of vascular anatomy, instrumentation, scanning techniques and image evaluation will be stressed. The student will spend 30 hours per week at the clinical site under the direct supervision of a registered sonographer.
DMS 283
CLINICAL INTERNSHIP III
10 CR. (30 INT)
PRQ: DMS 282. CORQ: DMS 222, DMS 232, DMS 242. Continues clinical experience for the ultrasound student. Application of the topics covered in advanced didactic lectures to include an introduction to invasive procedures using ultrasound guidance. Sterile technique and standard precautions will be reviewed. The student will spend 30 hours per week at the clinical site under the direct supervision of a registered sonographer.
DMS 289
ULTRASOUND CAPSTONE
3 CR.
This course prepares the sonography student to effectively search for a job and sit for the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers examination in their specialty. |