Become a Leader in the Field of Sonography
CURRICULUM
The curriculum in the Bachelor of Science Degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography will provide you with the basis to become a leader in the field of sonography. Knowledge gained through your Bachelor's degree can help you move into a management position, gain more insight into an area of specialization, learn about emerging technology trends and become a better overall sonographer.
Students in the program learn from skilled practitioners who have mastered the latest in techniques, technology, patient care, and equipment. After completing your degree you can be on the forefront in your field.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS (61 credits)
| General Education Requirements (27 credits) | |
|---|---|
| †DBIO 144 | Sectional Anatomy (3 credits) |
| DMAT 205 | Applied Statistics (3 credits) |
| DENG 315 | Technical Writing (3 credits) |
| DBSA 343 | Legal and Ethical Aspects of Healthcare (3 credits) |
| DBSA 354 | Leadership and Organizational Behavior (3 credits) |
| DREL 368 | World Religions (3 credits) |
| DREL 379 | Lessons on Living: Biblical Perspectives (3 credits) |
| DBSA 385 | Marketing Healthcare (3 credits) |
| DBSA 388 | Components of Healthcare Financial Mgmt (3 credits) |
| Supplemental Courses: | |
| DENG 101 | English Composition I (3 credits) |
| *DENG 102 | English Composition II (3 credits) |
| *English II is a prerequisite of Technical Writing | |
| †Sectional Anatomy is a prerequisite for all core sonography courses. | |
| Sonography Requirements (34 credits) | |
|---|---|
| DDMS 345 | Diagnostic Imaging (3 credits) |
| DDMS 351 | Introduction to Educational Methodology (3 credits) |
| DDMS 410 | Advanced Patient Care Issues (3 credits) |
| DDMS 441 | Advanced Topics in Sonography (3 credits) |
| DDMS 447 | Advanced Sonographic Specialties (3 credits) |
| DDMS 485 | Medical Imaging in the Digital Environment (3 credits) |
| DDMS 490 | Case Studies in Healthcare (3 credits) |
| DDMS 494 | Issues and Trends in the Healthcare Arena I (3 credits) |
| DDMS 495 | Issues and Trends in the Healthcare Arena II (3 credits) |
| DDMS 497 | Research Methods (3 credits) |
| Electives: | |
| DDMS 328 | Pathophysiology (4 credits) OR |
| DDMS 335 | Fundamentals of Vascular Sonography (4 credits) |
