Austin Community College
Summer 2011 - CANCELLED COURSES
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Updated: 11/30/2011 12:38:01
SONOGRAPHY
11 Week Session May 23 - August 8
11 Week Session May 23 - August 8
11 Week Session May 23 - August 8
11 Week Session May 23 - August 8
DMSO 1110 Introduction to Sonography
An introduction to the profession of sonography and the role of the sonographer. Emphasis on medical terminology, ethical/legal aspects, written and verbal communication, and professional issues relating to registry, accreditation, professional organizations, and history of the profession. Prerequisite: Admission to program.
DSVT 1300 Principles of Vascular Technology
Introduction to non-invasive vascular technology modalities. Includes 2D imaging, Doppler, plethysmography, and segmental pressures. Emphasis on performing basic venous and arterial imaging and non-imaging exams. Prerequisite: DMSO 1461 or DSAE 1461; DMSO 1342.
DMSO 1302 Basic Ultrasound Physics
Basic acoustical physics and acoustical waves in human tissue. Emphasis on ultrasound transmission in soft tissues, attenuation of sound energy, parameters affecting sound transmission, and resolution of sound beams. Prerequisite: DMSO 1110 and DMSO 1351.
DMSO 1351 Sonographic Sectional Anatomy
Sectional anatomy of the male and female body. Includes anatomical relationships of organs, vascular structures, and body planes and quadrants. Prerequisite: Admission to Program.
DSAE 2337 Echocardiographic Evaluation of Pathology II
A continuation of Echocardiographic Evaluation of Pathology I with emphasis on cardiac disease. A discussion of quantitative measurements and application of 2-D, M-Mode, Doppler and recognition of the sonographic appearance of cardiac disease is stressed. Prerequisite: DSAE 2404, DSAE 1461, DMSO 1342.
DMSO 2342 Sonography of High Risk Obstetrics
Maternal disease and fetal abnormalities. Includes scanning techniques, patient history and laboratory data, transducer selection, and scanning protocols. Prerequisite: DMSO 2441, DMSO 1342, and DMSO 1461.
DMSO 2362 Clinical-Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician-Medical Sonography III
A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. Prerequisite: DMSO 1461, DMSO 1342, and DMSO 2441.
DSAE 2362 Clinical - Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician-Echo III
A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skill, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. Prerequisite: DSAE 1461, DMSO 1342, and DSAE 2404.