DMS 202 Introductory Physics                                               3 credits

超声波传播原理, transducers parameters and ultrasound interaction with tissue and biologic effects will be discussed. Hemodynamics and Doppler principles will be introduced.

DMS 203 Abdominal Sonography                                        4 credits

Anatomy, 生理学 and pathology seen on sonograms of the organs in the abdomen will be reviewed. 相关的实验室测试, signs and symptoms and ultrasound techniques and protocols will be included.

DMS 207 Ultrasound Imaging I                                             2 credits

This course introduces the student to the ultrasound equipment and prepares the student for hands-on-scanning

DMS 208 Vascular I                                                                     3 credits

This course provides knowledge of vascular anatomy, 生理学和病理生理学, 血液动力学, duplex and Doppler imaging techniques relative to the cerebrovascular and peripheral venous systems.

DMS 300 Methods of Patient Care                                      2 credits

This course introduces the student to the fundamental components of patient care including: techniques and procedures used in the field of sonography; medical ethics; professional behavior and responsibility of the sonographer in the clinical setting; infection control and effective communication and cultural diversity.

DMS 301 Advanced Physics                                                    2 credits

This course continues the study of sonographic physics including areas of ultrasonic propagation principles and parameters, transducers and ultrasound interaction with tissue. 基本设备类型, 仪表, 工件, 质量保证, 血液动力学 and Doppler principles will be reviewed.

DMS 303 Abdominal Sonography II                                     3 credits

先进的解剖学, 生理学和病理生理学 of the abdomen and superficial structures as related to sonography will be discussed. Laboratory tests, signs and symptoms, ultrasound scanning techniques and protocols will be included.

DMS 304 OB/GYN I                                                                     4 credits

This course reviews gynecological and obstetrical anatomy and 生理学 and correlates the sonographic evaluation methods and procedures

DMS 305 OB/GYN Sonography II                                          3 credits

This course discusses gynecological and obstetrical anatomy and 生理学, correlates sonographic evaluation methods and procedures and discusses the role that sonography plays in evaluating patho生理学 of the reproductive system or the complication of gestation.

DMS 306 Special Studies- Sonography                               3 credits

这门课考查解剖学, 生理学, and patho生理学 of specific structures in the human body. 实验室检测, signs and symptoms and specialized ultrasound techniques and protocols will be reviewed.

DMS 308 Vascular II                                                                   3 credit hours

This course provides knowledge of vascular anatomy, 生理学和病理生理学, 血液动力学, direct and indirect ultrasound imaging techniques of the peripheral arterial and visceral systems.

DMS 407 Clinical Practicum I                                                10 credits

This course is designed to orientate the student to the functions and responsibilities of a sonographer. Students are introduced to a variety of ultrasound equipment, 程序和基本部门职能. Students will apply concepts in sonographic procedures, patient care and 仪表 under the supervision of a sonographer in the clinical environment.

DMS 408 Clinical Practicum II                                               12 credits

This course is designed to provide students opportunities to enhance their professional growth in clinical areas. This clinical experience applies classroom theory to develop competencies and proficiency. The student will experience more clinical procedures. Students will demonstrate an increasing speed and efficiency in the performance of sonography procedures. 有监督的临床经验.

DMS 409 Clinical Practicum III                                              12 credits

This course is designed to provide students opportunities to enhance their professional growth in clinical areas. It is designed to improve the student's proficiency in procedures presented in previous practicums. The clinical experience presents the student with an opportunity to perform their skills independently and to improve proficiency. 有监督的临床经验.