General Sonography

This is an intensive writing course. Narrative and descriptive modes are stressed. Basic research strategies are introduced. An end-of-the-semester portfolio is required.

This is an intensive writing course. Analytical and persuasive modes are stressed. Advanced research writing strategies are used. Database and primary research methods are emphasized. An end-of-the-semester portfolio is required.

(Students cannot receive credit for both COM 250 and COM 350) This course will explore how diverse cultural orientations influence the way we perceive and interact with an increasingly culturally diverse world. We will discuss the causes of intercultural conflicts in different communication settings (interpersonal, small group, school, workplace and global) and how to manage them effectively.

Quantitative Reasoning develops student skills in analyzing, synthesizing and communicating quantitative information. Cultivates algebraic reasoning and modeling skills through a quantitative literacy lens. Emphasizes critical thinking and the use of multiple strategies in applied contexts. Topics include proportional and statistical reasoning, probability, and evaluation of bias and validity.

Students focus on the structure and function of the human body, the unity and diversity of life, the nature of scientific inquiry, and the principles and processes of evolution as well as contemporary issues that relate to biology. Course includes a laboratory component which focuses on human anatomy.

Human Anatomy and Physiology I
This is the first course of a two-semester course sequence in which students study the anatomy and physiology of the human body. The course includes introductions to basic chemistry, biology and histology and extends to the survey of the integumentary, skeletal, muscular and nervous systems. This course includes a laboratory component in which students are responsible for performing dissections and making original observations on dissected material. The laboratory experience culminates with the use of a plastinated human specimen for observation. A strong background in biology and/or chemistry is highly recommended.

Human Anatomy and Physiology II
This is the second course of a two-semester course sequence in which students study the anatomy and physiology of the human body. The course includes the autonomic nervous system, sensory, motor, and integrative systems, special senses, endocrine system, cardiovascular systems, lymphatic system and immunity, respiratory systems, digestive system, metabolism and nutrition, urinary system and reproductive systems. This course includes a laboratory component in which students are responsible for performing dissections and making original observations on dissected material. The laboratory experience culminates with the use of a plastinated human specimen for observation. Because physiological processes are based on the principles of chemistry, prior chemistry coursework is strongly recommended for this course.

Overview of the field of psychology, including learning, development, emotion, motivation, personality, abnormal behavior and psychotherapy.

This course is a survey of art history and aesthetics covering art and architecture from prehistoric times to 1400.

This course is a survey of art history and aesthetics covering art from the Renaissance through the 20th century.

Students are introduced to film as a visual art and to basic film terms and techniques, such as composition, movement, editing and sound. Readings in film history, genre, theory and criticism. Includes JC Winter Film Series.

This course is an inquiry into historical and changing role of sports in American culture through novels, essays, biographies, films, documentaries and sports-related poetry.

Students are introduced to traditional and contemporary fictional genres. This course emphasizes understanding, appreciation and the critical analysis of narrative art. Selections for study are chosen from English and American literature as well as world literature in translation.

Students are introduced to lyric and dramatic genres. This course emphasizes understanding, appreciation and enjoyment of poetry and theatre as language performances and literary forms. Selections for study are chosen from English and American literature as well as world literature in translation.

Survey of the literature of African-American writers. Emphasis is on the major writers in narrative, poetry, fiction, essay and drama.

Students read representative plays and are introduced to the Elizabethan world. Course emphasizes developing understanding, appreciation and critical analysis skills.

Students survey the various genres of children’s literature from a critical point of view. Course emphasizes developing student competency in oral reading and presentation of children’s literature.

Students examine the development of a distinctive American literature and culture during the 19th century. Students read selections from many writers, with emphasis on major figures such as Hawthorne, Melville, Thoreau, Emerson, Poe, Dickinson, Whitman, Douglass and Jacobs.

Students examine the literature and culture of America from 1890 to the present, with emphasis on the development of organic and post-modern writing in narrative, poetic and critical modes.

Students compare major themes and writers from Africa, America, Asia and Europe.

Students experiment with writing poetry, fiction, drama and creative nonfiction for discussion and criticism. Students invent, collaborate and revise before submitting a portfolio of their work. Contemporary readings and visiting authors/videos enhance the class, but primary attention is given to students’ creative writing process.

This interdisciplinary course examines contemporary issues, their human and technological components, and their historical precedents through art, music, literature and philosophy.

Lecture and directed listening on the elements, forms and historic chronology of Western music.

Students explore the development of popular music in America and focus on the musical, social and economic influences of commercial music in an historical context.

Study of scales, key signatures, chord structure, intervals, chord progression and non-harmonic tones. This course includes sight singing, keyboard harmony and ear training.

Continued study of scales, key signatures, chord structure, intervals, chord progression and nonharmonic tones. This course includes sight singing, keyboard harmony and ear training.

In this course, you will be exposed to some of the major figures in Western philosophy, and through them, some of the most important philosophical questions. You will discuss questions such as: Is ethics all a matter of opinion? What is the good life for human beings? When is the state justified in using coercive power? What is the nature of knowledge, and how do we get knowledge? What is the nature of reality? Can we prove the existence of God?

Survey of Western theatre and drama. Appreciation of theatre through understanding of historical development and societal function. Theatre architecture, production, costuming and acting styles, and the artists who create them.

Students are introduced to the radiologic sciences. Modalities discussed include X-rays, nuclear medicine, ultrasound, computerized tomgraphy (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and photon emission tomography (PET). Students learn indications for a variety of diagnostic studies, how they are evaluated and interpreted,correlations of multiple studies, and how to prepare the patient for the study.

In this course students will learn the history and basic principles of static and real-time ultrasound machines. The instrumentation of A-mode and its conversion into the real time B-mode scanners will be explored. Laboratory assignments reinforce learning activities.

This course will provide the student with an overview of the health care field. Information that is covered serves as a solid foundation for all students in health sciences or health occupations, regardless of the particular health care profession they are interested in pursuing. Topics include: careers in health care, legal and ethical responsibilities, professionalism, interactions between and reaction of patients in normal and altered states, patient and personal safety and cultural diversity.

A programmed learning word building system approach is used to teach basic medical terminology word roots, prefixes, suffixes, language origins, plural formation and grammar rules are studied. Emphasis is placed on word building, definitions, spelling, usage, pronunciation and acceptable medical abbreviations.

This course addresses the basic principles of classical physics specifically for the sonography program with a minimal amount of mathematics. The topics covered include motion, mechanics, energy, properties of matter, waves, heat, electricity and magnetism.

This course prepares sonography students for their clinical work-site experiences. Students will explore interpersonal relationship skills, ethical decision making, and a review of clinical technical skills as they relate to the on-site work experience. Students will learn basic cross-sectional anatomy as related to beginning sonographic scanning of the abdomen. Prerequisite: Acceptance into DMS program

This course instructs the DMS student in scan planes, anatomical positioning, scan protocols, scan preparations, scan scheduling, appropriate history recording, correlations with other diagnostic procedures, and the techniques required for initiating and completing diagnostic sonographic procedures of the abdominal, obstetrical and gynecological patients.

In this course, students receive supervised clinical work experience in an approved clinical education center. This course provides basic scanning opportunities, patient interviewing techniques, professional attitudes and ethics, and other basic patient/professional situations under the direct supervision of a registered diagnostic medical sonographer (RDMS). Completions of professional and technical scanning proficiencies are required. A minimum of 515 hours are required to complete this course.

This course will allow students to gain basic knowledge and practical skills that are necessary to begin a clinical externship in sonography. Students will study and practice: 1) communication skills as they are applied to the student-to patient/sonographer/physician relationship; 2) patient assessment; and 3) scanning techniques that will be a part of their daily routine in their clinical practice. Admission to the sonography program required to register for this course.

In this course students learn in-depth, cross-sectional anatomy and pathology as related to sonographic scanning of the abdomen and small parts in the adult and pediatric patient. The class gives attention to physiologic and pathological changes of specific, non-specific diseases, and trauma as they relate to sonographic interpretation of the abdomen and small parts. Mastery level achievement is encouraged and expected.

Students learn in-depth, cross-sectional anatomy and pathology as related to sonographic scanning of the pelvis in the adult and pediatric patient, and the gravid uterus. The class gives attention to physiologic and pathological changes of specific, non-specific diseases, and trauma as they relate to sonographic interpretation of the pelvis and gravid uterus. Mastery level achievement is encouraged and expected.

Students explore the mechanics of A-mode, B-mode, M-mode, Doppler, and real time equipment. Accessory equipment such as cameras, transducers, phased, annular and linear arrays, and all types of hard copy documentation instruments are investigated. Multiple methods of preventative maintenance and quality control are presented. Laboratory reinforces learning activities.

This course includes advanced scanning practices with introduction to cardiac, peripheral vascular, neurosonography, breast, prostate, and musculoskeletal scanning. Invasive procedures and intra-operative scanning protocols and techniques will be enhanced upon. Opportunity and aid is given for ARDMS board applications. Extensive review of all facets of sonography is included in preparation for the ARDMS board exams.

This course includes supervised clinical experience in an approved clinical education center, advanced scanning techniques to demonstrate cross-sectional anatomy and pathology of specific and non-specific disease and traumatic changes. Specific attention is given to fetal development, fetal anomalies, abnormal prenatal and maternal conditions as they relate to sonographic scanning and interpreting of images. Although the student is still under the supervision of a RDMS professional, the student is expected to perform sonographic procedures independently as a regular portion of this course. The completion of professional and technical scanning proficiencies is required. A minimum of 515 clinical hours are required for successful completion of this course.

This course includes supervised clinical experience in an approved clinical education center. Advanced scanning procedures, methods and experience are provided in this course. Students experience advanced scanning modalities via M-mode, Doppler, 3D, real-time and invasive procedures. Comparative interpretations of sonographic imaging with other diagnostic imaging modalities are provided. Students are expected to initiate, perform, and complete all sonographic procedures with direct supervision by a RDMS. The successful completion of professional and technical scanning proficiencies is required. A minimum of 320 clinical hours are required to successfully complete this course.