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DMSG
13 courses with the subject DMSG, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
DMSG 1400Introduction to Sonography & Echocardiography Profession
This course will introduce students to the sonography field, covering the origins and evolution of Diagnostic Medical Sonography. The students will learn the sonographer profile, sonographer safety; legal, ethical, and legislative issues; cur- rent sonographic examinations; and basic patient care skills. Student Learning Outcomes: * Explain the differences between accreditation, certification, and registration. * Identify ergonomic methods for prevention of musculoskeletal injuries in the field of sonography. * Explain how patients, peers, and other health care professionals interact in a considerate and professional manner. * Explain how culture and religion can influence health and illness. * Demonstrate awareness and understanding of medical ethics and professional confidentiality when dealing with patient care. * Define sonographic exams and procedures done in ultrasound department. * Discuss the importance of patient preparations for abdominal, obstetrics-gyne- cologic, vascular, and adult cardiac procedures. * Demonstrate the sonographer’s role and application of sterile procedures, infection control, and standard precautions. (2 C: 2 lect/pres, 0 lab, 0 other)
This course focuses on a detailed study of the normal anatomy and physiology of the abdomen, neck, musculoskeletal, neonatal brain and non-cardiac chest using ultrasound. Emphasis will focus on structure orientation and its significance in PLEASE NOTE: All program plans are preliminary and curriculum may 2026-2027 St. Cloud Technical & Community College cross-sections of anatomy. Students will be able to determine normal sonographic appearances and recognize variances and sizes of organs and vessels. This course will introduce the hemodynamics patterns and spectral waveforms found in the abdominal vasculature. Student Learning Outcomes: * Identify anatomy, relational anatomy, anatomic variants, and sonographic ap- pearances of normal anatomical structures of the abdomen, non-cardiac chest, neck, musculoskeletal, and abdominal vasculature. * Identify the principal functions of abdomen organs, non-cardiac chest, neck, musculoskeletal, and abdominal vasculature. * Analyze characteristics of normal Doppler flow signals of abdominal vessels. * Review normal neonatal brain anatomy and functions. * List normal sizes of organs and vessels. * Demonstrate knowledge of medical and sonographic terminology. * Explain the importance of using two different scanning planes. (3 C: 3 lect/pres, 0 lab, 0 other)
Students will be exposed to different pathologies of the abdomen organs, blood vessels, thyroid, and neonatal head. This course will focus on ultrasound findings, scanning techniques, patient history, laboratory data, and other imaging modali- ties to help better understand how to interpret pathology. Emphasis will focus on descriptive and anatomical terminology, clinic data, grayscale imaging and Dop- pler characteristics as seen with various pathologies. Students will be determining . what needs to be included on a sonographer worksheet. Student Learning Outcomes: * Demonstrate knowledge of the physiology, pathophysiology, sonographic technique, measurements, sonographic appearances, and Doppler patterns, in both normal and abnormal structures of the abdomen, neck, chest and muscu- loskeletal systems. * Recognize the peritoneal, retroperitoneal, and thoracic spaces with the use of ultrasound. * Investigate pertinent patient history and laboratory data that apply to the abdo- men, thoracic, thyroid, and parathyroid. * Explore scanning techniques, transducer selection and scanning protocols of the abdomen, thoracic, neck, and musculoskeletal. * Identify ultrasound artifacts. * Analyze Doppler characteristics of the abdomen and thyroid vessels. * Show pathology case studies of abdominal organs, blood vessels, neck, muscu- loskeletal, and thoracic regions. * Write mock diagnostic medical sonographer reports. * Demonstrate knowledge in sonographic guided procedures. (3 C: 3 lect/pres, 0 lab, 0 other)
This course will include the study of the basic principles and concepts of acousti- cal physics, which include the parameters of sound, and pulsed and continuous waves; the interaction of sound and media; the components of the ultrasound machine; the application of resolution and acoustic artifacts; ultrasound image optimization with consideration of patient exposure to acoustic energy; and emerging technologies and their use. Student Learning Outcomes: * Define the fundamental principles of the production and use of ultrasound. * Distinguish the properties of sound waves. * Interpret the interaction of sound and media. * Identify the factors that influence resolution. * Determine the differences between imaging modes. * Deconstruct an ultrasound transducer and the function of each part. * Evaluate the parts of the ultrasound equipment and their role in formation of an ultrasound image * Analyze different Doppler techniques * Identify various artifacts of sound to avoid the pitfalls and misdiagnoses that they can cause * Evaluate the biomedical influence of ultrasound on human tissue. * Explore various devices used to test quality assurance of ultrasound equip- ment. * Review components related to patient care, safety, and communication. (3 C: 3 lect/pres, 0 lab, 0 other) change without notice. Page 150
This course focuses on a detailed study of the normal anatomy and physiology of the male and female reproductive system, obstetrics covering all trimesters, breast sonography and vascular systems as it relates to the ultrasound field. Students will be able determine normal sonographic appearances and recognize variances and sizes of organs and vessels. This course will explore the hemodynamics pat- terns and spectral waveforms found in the male and female pelvis and obstetrics. Student Learning Outcomes: * Determine sonographic cross-sectional anatomy and functions of the male and female reproductive systems. * Determine the normal ultrasound appearance of the gestational sac and early embryo. * Identify normal sonographic anatomy of the second and third trimester. * Identify sonographic anatomy and functions of the placenta throughout all trimesters. * List sonographic measurements of the fetus during the first, second, and third trimester. * Determine sonographic cross-sectional anatomy and functions of the female breast. * Identify normal sonographic anatomy of the extracranial cerebrovascular and peripheral vascular systems. * Differentiate how gray scale ultrasound, color Doppler and spectral Doppler are used in the evaluation of Vascular systems. * List the applications of gynecologic and obstetric 3D acquisition. * Identify normal sonographic anatomy of the extracranial cerebrovascular and peripheral vascular systems Prerequisite(s): DMSG1401, DMSG1402, DMSG1404, DMSG1405, DMSG1406. (3 C: 3 lect/pres, 0 lab, 0 other)
Students will be exposed to different pathologies of the male and female repro- ductive systems, obstetrics covering all trimesters, breast and vascular systems. This course will focus on ultrasound findings, scanning techniques, patient history, laboratory data, and other imaging modalities to help better understand how to interpret pathology. Emphasis will focus on descriptive and anatomical terminology, clinic data, grayscale imaging, protocols, and Doppler characteris- tics as seen with various pathologies. Student Learning Outcomes: * Determine sonographic technique and protocols used to evaluate the male and female pelvis. * Identify normal and abnormal sonographic appearances of the male and female pelvis. * Determine sonographic technique and protocol used to evaluate the female breast. * Identify normal and abnormal sonographic appearances of the female breast. * Determine obstetric measurements used for gestational age and fetal growth PLEASE NOTE: All program plans are preliminary and curriculum m 2026-2027 St. Cloud Technical & Community College assessment. * Investigate pertinent patient history and laboratory data that apply to the obstetric and gynecological ultrasound exams. * Analyze Doppler characteristics used in obstetric and gynecological ultrasound exams. * Review ultrasound pathology case studies of pregnant and non-pregnant female pelvis. * Write mock obstetric and gynecologic diagnostic medical sonographer reports. Prerequisite(s):DMSG1401, DMSG1402, DMSG1404, DMSG1405, DMSG1406.. (3 C: 3 lect/pres, 0 lab, 0 other)
Practical training in a simulated clinical laboratory will focus on completing and becoming proficient in scanning of the human body. Emphasis will be placed on instrumentation, protocol, record findings along with associated calculations, and anatomy identification of the abdomen, thyroid, pelvis, obstetrics, breast, and vascular systems Student Learning Outcomes: * Illustrate aspects of patient care pertaining to sonography. * Perform proper ultrasound instrumentation, transducer care and maintenance. * Perform abdominal, thyroid, pelvic, obstetrics, gynecology, breast, and vascu- lar ultrasound scans following set protocols. * List ultrasound protocol for scrotum and prostate imaging. * Perform various ultrasound measurements following set protocols. * Generate patient history, measurements, and comments on a sonographer report. * Produce Doppler spectral waveform images of the vascular systems. * Differentiate between normal and abnormal ultrasound anatomy through simu- lation scanning exercises. * Identify the pleural spaces sonographically. * Discuss various pathology cases and interpret sonography images. Prerequisite(s): DMSG1401, DMSG1402, DMSG1404, DMSG1405, DMSG1406. (5 C: 0 lect/pres, 5 lab, 0 other)
DMSG 1415Professional Development and Growth in Sonography
This course is designed to transition students from the classroom and lab setting into a clinical setting. Students will be able to recognize the functional skills required to be a diagnostic medical sonographer. Students will observe the day- to-day operations of different ultrasound departments and share their personal reflections. Student Learning Outcomes: * Define the role of a diagnostic medical sonographer. * Recognize the obligations of the sonographer to patients, institution, and self. * Identify aptitudes, abilities and functional skills to be a sonographer. * Identify the impact of cultural diversity in a clinical setting. * Analyze patient reactions to illness. * Apply infection control and safety measures when at a clinical setting. * Establish patient communication skills and teamwork in a clinical setting. * Recognize the various ultrasound exams that are completed in an ultrasound department. * Identify a variety of ergonomical scanning positions and different ultrasound equipment used in multiple ultrasound departments. * Identify professional methods to overcome challenging situations in the ultra- sound department. Prerequisite(s): DMSG1402, DMSG1404, DMSG1405, DMSG1406. (2 C: 2 lect/pres, 0 lab, 0 other)
This course is designed to provide students with a foundation for understanding the basics of vascular sonography through both lectures and lab. Students will gain basic knowledge of the anatomy, physiology, and pathology associated with upper and lower extremity arteries and veins, renal arteries, mesenteric arteries, and extracranial vasculature. In addition, students will be given hands-on instruc- tion and practice in a simulated lab to develop the basic scanning skills required to perform duplex imaging of these various vascular structures Student Learning Outcomes: * Identify normal anatomy of upper and lower extremity veins and arteries, renal arteries, mesenteric arteries, and extracranial vessels. ay change without notice. Page 151
This course will help students prepare to take the American Registry for Diagnos- tic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) specialty examinations in Physics, Abdomen and OB/GYN in a simulated atmosphere. It is designed to be used as an addition to students' regular study and as a method to determine their strengths and weak- nesses so that they can study more effectively. This course will cover test taking skills and preparation on the computer. Students will be able to better recognize pathology through case study presentations. Student Learning Outcomes: * Apply test taking strategies to successfully complete registry exams and specialty exams. * Identify testing strengths and weaknesses through self-assessment. * Perform mock examinations in a simulated exam room on a computer. * Evaluate mock examination results. * Discover patient pathology through presentations of student case studies. * Develop new study techniques and test taking techniques. Prerequisite(s): DMSG2403, DMSG2425. (1 C: 1 lect/pres, 0 lab, 0 other)
Students are assigned to various clinical rotations where they gain hands-on experience under the direction and supervision of assigned clinical preceptors. Students will focus on becoming proficient in the scanning of, abdominal organs, non-cardiac chest, superficial structures, pelvis, obstetrics, and vascular systems. Students will expand scanning and patient care skills and as the semester pro- gresses more clinical responsibilities will be given. Student Learning Outcomes: * Conduct appropriate patient care in a hospital or clinical setting. * Demonstrate practical communication skills that enable effective cross-cultural work with health professionals and clients with backgrounds different from their own. * Perform infection control guidelines. * Participate in the day-to-day operations of an ultrasound department. * Display teamwork in an ultrasound department. * Perform an examination of an abdominal and pelvic organs, gravid uterus, superficial structures, non-cardiac chest and vascular procedures. * Record and process for display the images necessary for a diagnostic ultra- sound examination. * Interpret ultrasound exams that are performed in an ultrasound department. * Describes normal and pathological conditions on sonograms that are routinely examined in an ultrasound department. * Record patient history, measurements, and ultrasound findings on a sonogra- phy report. * Translate ultrasound findings to a reading physician. Prerequisite(s):DMSG1410, DMSG1411, DMSG1412,DMSG1415. (5 C: 0 lect/pres, 0 lab, 5 other)
This is the final course in the Sonography Program. The student will focus on becoming proficient in the scanning of the human body. Students will perform under the guidance and supervision of assigned preceptors, in hands-on scanning in abdominal, superficial structures, OB/GYN, and vascular systems. Upon completion of this internship, students will be able to perform routine duties and be ready for the workplace as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer. PLEASE NOTE: All program plans are preliminary and curriculum ma 2026-2027 St. Cloud Technical & Community College Student Learning Outcomes: * Apply appropriate patient care in a hospital or clinical setting. * Model infection control. * Recognize the impact of transcultural communications and the beliefs on diagnosis and treatment. * Demonstrate sensitivity to diverse clinical populations. * Perform the day-to-day operations that are routinely done in an ultrasound department while being part of the team in an ultrasound department. * Perform all ultrasound examinations of any abdominal and pelvic organs, gravid uterus, superficial structures and vascular procedures routinely exam- ined in a diagnostic ultrasound department. * Record and process high quality images necessary for a diagnostic ultrasound examination. * Interpret ultrasound exams that are performed in an ultrasound department. * Determine normal and pathological conditions on sonograms that are routinely examined in an ultrasound department. * Record patient history, measurements, and ultrasound findings on a sonogra- phy report. * Translate ultrasound findings to a reading physician. Prerequisite(s): DMSG2403 or DMSG2415 or DMSG2425. (11 C: 0 lect/pres, 0 lab, 11 other)
