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Course Descriptions
Gen Anatomy & Physiology 10806177 Overview of the human anatomy / physiology using a body-systems approach, emphasizing the interrelationships between form / function at the gross and microscopic levels.( Prerequisite: C or better in Labbased Chemistry OR 2 semesters lab-based high school chemistry w / C or better; AND Next Gen Rdg score greater /= to 263; OR ACT Rdg score greater /= to 17; OR prep courses-contact academic advisor at 920- 498-5444) Course Typically Offered: Summer Fall Spring
General Physics 2 10806164 Applications / theory of basic physics principles: problem-solving, laboratory investigation, and applications including unit conversion and analysis, mechanical waves, harmonic motion, wave and ray optics, electricity, and magnetism.( Prereq: 2.6 GPA & Alg 2 or equiv w / C or better; OR Next Gen Rdg score greater / equal to 263, Arith greater / equal to 250, & QRAS greater / equal to 250; OR ACT Reading greater / equal to 17 & Math greater / equal to 21; OR Coll Tech Math 1A OR Int Alg w / C or better) Course Typically Offered: Fall Spring
College 101 10890101 Students gain skills that lead to success in college and employment. This course encourages students to develop a growth mindset and make wise choices. Students should take this course in their first semester.( Pre-requisite: None.) Course Typically Offered: Summer Fall Spring
Intro to DMS 10526200 Introduces learners to the field of diagnostic medical sonography. Explores the duties and functions of the diagnostic medical sonographer as well as the historical background. Learners examine the other imaging modalities as they relate to sonography. Includes principles of patient care and legal and ethical issues related to sonography.( Prerequisite: Accepted into the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program) Course Typically Offered: Fall
Introductory Statistics 10804189 Students taking Introductory Statistics display data with graphs, describe distributions with numbers, perform correlation and regression analyses, and design experiments. They use probability and distributions to make predictions, estimate parameters, and test hypotheses. They draw inferences about relationships including ANOVA.( Prerequisite: Next Gen QRAS greater / equal to 250 AND Rdg greater / equal to 250; OR TABE A 9 / 10 Math greater / equal to no equiv AND Rdg greater / equal to 8.8; OR TABE 11 / 12 Math greater / equal to no equiv AND Rdg greater / equal to 573; OR ACT Math greater / equal to 24 AND ACT Rdg greater / equal to 16; AND C or better in Inter Alg or higher-contact academic advisor 920-498-5444) Course Typically Offered: Summer Fall Spring
Adv Anatomy & Physiology 10806179 Normal human anatomy and physiology are studied using a body systems approach with emphasis on the interrelationships between form and function at the gross and microscopic levels of organization.( Prerequisite: 10-806-177, Gen Anatomy & Physiology with a " C " or better. Health programs may require a higher grade; refer to your plan for details.) Course Typically Offered: Summer Fall Spring
Sonography Physics 1 10526221 Introduces physics and instrumentation relevant to diagnostic medical sonography. Learners explore how principles of sound propagation in tissues create a sonographic image.( Prerequisites: Accepted into the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program; 10-806-164, General Physics 2) Course Typically Offered: Summer
DMS Fundamentals of Scanning 10526232 Introduces cross sectional anatomy as it relates to Diagnostic Medical Sonography along with physics principals. Learners are introduced to the basics of general scanning to include operation of equipment, scanning techniques, and organ / vessel identification.( Prerequisites: Accepted into the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program; 10-526-221, Sonography Physics 1) Course Typically Offered: Fall
Superficial Sonography 10526211 Investigates superficial structure imaging. Includes anatomy, pathophysiology, and sonographic evaluation. Prepared learner to perform ultrasounds of the thyroid, breast, male reproductive system, musculoskeletal system, and GI tract.( Prerequisites: Accepted into the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program; 10-526-207, Abdominal Sonography) Course Typically Offered: Summer
Sonography Physics 2 10526222 Continues the study of physics and instrumentation relevant to diagnostic medical sonography. The laboratory component of this course introduces the student to the concepts of ultrasound instrumentation, an introduction to ultrasonic scanning technique, and maintenance of ultrasound equipment.( Prerequisites: Accepted into the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program; 10-526-221, Sonography Physics 1) Course Typically Offered: Fall
Cross Sectional Anatomy 10526210 Introduces cross sectional anatomy as related to Diagnostic Medical Sonography. Includes correlating images from other imaging modalities.( Prerequisites: Accepted into the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program; 10-806-177, General Anatomy and Physiology.) Course Typically Offered: Fall
Abdominal Sonography 10526207 Prepares learners to perform ultrasounds of the abdominal organs including liver, gallbladder, biliary tree, pancreas, spleen, urinary tract, aorta and retroperitoneum. Practice scan sessions included.( Prerequisites: Accepted into the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program; 10-526-200, Intro to DMS; 10-526-210, Cross Sectional Anatomy; 10-526-222, Sonography Physics 2; Co-requisite: 10-806-179, Adv Anatomy & Physiology) Course Typically Offered: Spring
OB / GYN Sonography 1 10526208 Prepares learners to perform ultrasounds of the nongravid uterus and the first-trimester pregnancy. Explores the anatomy, physiology, and pathology of the female reproductive system as well as intrauterine and ectopic pregnancies.( Prerequisites: Accepted into the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program; 10-526-200, Intro to DMS;; 10-526-210, Cross Sectional Anatomy; 10-526-222, Sonography Physics 2; Co- Requisite: 10-806-179, Adv Anatomy & Physiology) Course Typically Offered: Spring
Vascular Imaging 1 10526223 Introduces the principles of vascular sonographic imaging. Learners perform a variety of peripheral vascular arterial and venous duplex exams.( Prerequisites: Admitted into the Echocardiography OR DMS program AND 10-526-200, Intro to DMS; 10-526-222, Sonography Physics 2; 10-806-179, Adv Anatomy & Physiology)
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