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ECHO
11 courses with the subject ECHO, 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.
ECHO 1600Anatomy and Development of the Human Heart I
The study of anatomy of the adult heart, basic embryology, cardiac physiology, the functions of circulation, coronary circulation, and an introduction to cardiac hemodynamics. Student Learning Outcomes: * Identify the normal anatomy of the adult heart. * List anatomical variants of the human heart. * Identify sonographic appearances of the normal cardiovascular system. * Describe blood flow and electrical conduction through the heart. * List the major stages of fetal cardiovascular development. * Name the coronary arteries and distributions. * List heart valve anatomy and the functions. * Define normal heart and vascular measurements. (3 C: 3 lect/pres, 0 lab, 0 other)
ECHO 1605Echocardiographic Evaluation of Pathology I
This course covers adult acquired cardiac pathologies. Topics include cardio- vascular pathophysiology, quantitative measurements, and the application of 2-D, M-Mode, and Doppler. Students will gain essential skills in recognizing the sonographic signs of cardiovascular disease. Student Learning Outcomes: * Describe the etiology, signs and symptoms, treatment, and echocardiographic features of common valvular and myocardial diseases. * Interpret sonographic appearances of the various cardiac diseases. * Discuss the criteria for recognition, evaluation, and quantification of heart disease. * Identify pathophysiology and hemodynamic consequences. * Interpret ventricular heart dysfunctions. * List lab findings with various cardiac diseases. * Describe sonographic findings as observed with cardiac trauma. * List treatments used when cardiac pathology is present. (3 C: 0 lect/pres, 3 lab, 0 other)
This course provides instruction on advanced echocardiographic procedures. Students will learn about procedures, applications, interpretation, and technical report writing related to echocardiographic studies. Student Learning Outcomes: * Describe the procedures and applications of stress echocardiography. * Identify alternate diagnostic modalities and their correlation with echocardiog- raphy. * Demonstrate the ability to write technical reports based upon the findings of the echocardiographic exam. * Identify normal and abnormal cardiac rhythm strips. * Discover the basic principles of EKG interpretation. * Identify cardiac arrhythmias on a rhythm strip. * Discuss pharmacology as it relates to echocardiographic studies. * Identify IV administration techniques. Prerequisite(s): DMSG 1400. DMSG 1405, ECHO 1600, ECHO 1605.ECHO 1610 (3 C: 3 lect/pres, 0 lab, 0 other)
ECHO 1620Echocardiographic Evaluation of Pathology II
As a continuation of Echocardiographic Evaluation of Pathology I, Students will participate in an in-depth study of pathologies related to the adult heart, physi- ological symptoms, and outcomes. This course will focus on ultrasound findings, patient history, laboratory data, and other imaging modalities to help better under- stand how to interpret pathology. Emphasis will focus on normal and abnormal sonographic findings. Student Learning Outcomes: * Describe the etiology, signs and symptoms, treatment, and echocardiographic features of selected diseases. * Integrate criteria for recognition, evaluation, and quantification. * Discover pertinent patient history and laboratory data that applies to cardiac imaging. * Determine measurements used when evaluating various cardiac pathologies. * Analyze Doppler characteristics used to interpret cardiac diseases. * Discover sonographic pathology findings through case study presentations. * Interpret what needs to be included in an echocardiography sonographer report. * Determine sonographic techniques and protocols used to evaluate the adult heart. * Analyze other imaging modalities to help better understand pathology findings. Prerequisite(s): DMSG 1400. DMSG 1405, ECHO 1600, ECHO 1605.ECHO 1610 (3 C: 3 lect/pres, 0 lab, 0 other)
This course is a continuation of Echocardiography Lab I. Students will complete this course with an advanced understanding of transthoracic heart imaging, Dop- pler imaging, and the use of M-mode in a simulated lab following echocardiogra- phy protocols. Student Learning Outcomes: * Perform proper ultrasound instrumentation, transducer care and maintenance. * Generate patient history, measurements, and comments on an echocardiogra- pher report. * Discuss various cardiac pathology cases and interpret sonography images. * Identify cardiac structures and functions in the normal heart. * Demonstrate the use of M-mode for assessment of heart structures. * Distinguish between correct and incorrect ergonomic techniques. * Demonstrate the importance of infection control. * Illustrate patient care skills. * Identify correct ultrasound system optimization settings for diagnostic image quality. * Discuss normal hemodynamic parameters, including intracardiac pressures and oxygen saturation. * Identify the electrophysiologic pathways and their functions. * Identify the normal QRS complex and its relation to mechanical systole and diastole. * Identify the coronary arteries and their associated wall segments. * Demonstrate scanning techniques using standard protocol guidelines. PLEASE NOTE: All program plans are preliminary and curriculum m 2026-2027 St. Cloud Technical & Community College Prerequisite(s): DMSG 1400. DMSG 1405, ECHO 1600, ECHO 1605.ECHO 1610 (4 C: 0 lect/pres, 4 lab, 0 other)
This course is an introduction to the aspects of echocardiography in a clinical setting. Students will observe the day-to-day operations at several clinical sites. Students will learn the techniques of performing an echocardiogram, determining machine technology, optimal machine settings, patient care, hospital policies, and echocardiography reporting. 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 an echocardiography 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 cardiac department. * Identify a variety of ergonomical scanning positions and different ultrasound equipment used in multiple cardiac departments. * Identify professional methods to overcome challenging situations in an echo- cardiography department. * Interpret normal and abnormal anatomy of the adult heart. * Analyze how an echocardiography report is written up. Prerequisite(s): DMSG 1400. DMSG 1405, ECHO 1600, ECHO 1605.ECHO 1610 (2 C: 0 lect/pres, 0 lab,2 other)
Students will gain proficiency in the techniques and applications of cardiac test- ing including the performance and interpretation of patient physical assessment. This course covers electrocardiography, stress testing, Holter monitoring, vital signs, cardiovascular pharmacology and transthoracic enhanced echocardiogram. Student Learning Outcomes: * Discover the various non-invasive cardiac testing procedures. * Interpret normal and abnormal findings for cardiac imaging and testing. * List protocols used for special cardiac procedures. * Demonstrate the special functions on the ultrasound equipment to be used for cardiac testing. * Perform a physical exam to include vital signs, patient assessment, and history. * Demonstrate simulated protocols for stress and contrast-enhanced echocar- diography for pre-and post-imaging without performing the actual maneuvers. * Construct a mock simulated report. * Describe treatment methods including pharmacologic agents. * Identify indications, contraindications, action, and side effects of generic and brand name cardiovascular drugs. * Identify the benefits of using 3D imaging. Prerequisite(s): ECHO 1615, ECHO 1620. ECHO 1625. ECHO 1630. (5 C: 0 lect/pres, 0 lab,5 other)
Echocardiography 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 the adult heart. Emphasis will focus on students completing a clinical competency on a normal transthoracic echocardiogram, following a clinical facility protocol. Students will expand their scanning and patient care skills. 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. * Demonstrate proper infection control practices in a clinical settings. * Participate in the day-to-day operations of an echocardiography department. * Display teamwork in an echocardiography department. * Perform transthoracic echocardiography exams. * Interpret normal and abnormal echocardiography findings. ay change without notice. Page 156
This course will help students prepare to take the American Registry for Diagnos- tic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) specialty examinations in Physics and Adult Echocardiography through this online course. It is designed to be used as an addition to your regular study and as a method to determine your strengths and weaknesses so that you can study more effectively for the board exams. This course will cover electronic test- taking skills and preparation. Student case study presentations will help students recognize pathology better at their clinical site and do well on their exams. Student Learning Outcomes: * Apply test taking strategies to successfully complete registry exams and specialty exams. * Identify testing strengths and weaknesses through self-assessment and practice exams. * Perform mock examinations online. * Evaluate mock examination results. * Discover patient pathology through presentations of student case studies. Prerequisite(s): ECHO 2400, ECHO 2415. (1 C: 0 lect/pres, 0 lab,1 other)
This is the final course in the Echocardiography Program. Students will focus on becoming proficient in the scanning of the adult heart. Students will perform various echocardiography exams under direct supervision of assigned preceptors. Upon completion of all required clinical competencies, students will be ready to enter the workforce as an entry-level echocardiography sonographer. Student Learning Outcomes: * Demonstrate the critical thinking, cognitive, and psychomotor skills required for clinical work. * Apply appropriate patient care in a hospital or clinical setting. * Apply infection prevention techniques. * Interpret the impact of transcultural communications and beliefs on diagnosis and treatment. * Demonstrate sensitivity to diverse clinical populations. * Perform the day-to-day operations that are routinely done in an echocardiogra- phy department while being part of the team. * Perform all ultrasound echocardiography exams. * Record and process high quality images necessary for a diagnostic ultrasound examination. * Interpret ultrasound exams that are performed in an echocardiography depart- ment. * Determine normal and pathological conditions on sonograms that are routinely examined in an echocardiography department. * Record patient history, measurements, and ultrasound findings on a sonogra- phy report. * Translate ultrasound findings to a reading physician. Prerequisite(s): ECHO 2400, ECHO 2415. (11 C: 0 lect/pres, 0 lab,11 other)
