15 courses with the subject DMS, 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.
DMS 101INTRODUCTION TO SONOGRAPHY
Introduces sonography and the role of the sonographer. Students will have the opportunity to learn about scan planes, image orientation, ultrasound terminology, cross-sectional anatomy, patient care, ethics, and medical-legal concerns, ergonomics and musculoskeletal issues, professionalism, historical developments in medical ultrasound, and professional organizations. Contact Hours: Lecture–2, Lab–.5, Credits–2.5 Prerequisite(s): Health Science Prerequisites and acceptance to the DMS program
Explores the fundamentals of acoustic physics. Students will have the opportunity to learn about basic instrumentation, parameters, interaction of sound and media, basic transducers, and detail resolution. Contact Hours: Lecture–3, Lab–0, Credits–3 Prerequisite(s): PHS 130 Physics PENNSYLVANIA INTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY | COLLEGE CATALOG 2026-2027 151
Examines basic embryology, gross and microscopic anatomy, physiology, lab values, and sonographic appearance of the abdominal and pelvic body cavities. Students will have the opportunity to apply concepts to imaging techniques, transducer selection, and scanning protocols. Contact Hours: Lecture–3, Lab–1.5, Credits–4.5 Prerequisite(s): Health Science Prerequisites and acceptance to the DMS program
The students will be provided with clinical experience in a hospital setting. The students will become acclimated to patient flow in a functioning department. The students will apply knowledge learned in didactic courses and integrate it within the clinical setting. The clinical professional provides direct supervision. Contact Hours: Lecture–0, Lab–0, Clinical Hours—60 Credits–1 Prerequisite(s): Health Science Prerequisites and acceptance to the DMS program
Explores imaging modes, transducer arrays, real-time imaging, pulsed echo instrumentation, image optimization techniques, contrast agents and harmonics, hemodynamics and Doppler, artifacts, quality assurance, and bioeffects and safety. Students passing this course with 75% or better are required to challenge the SPI exam to advance to the next term. Contact Hours: Lecture–3, Lab–0 Credits–3 Prerequisite(s): Basic Physics DMS 103
Explores the non-gravid and gravid gynecological and female pelvic systems. Student will have the opportunity to learn the scanning protocols of the first, second, and third trimester obstetrical exams and the sonographic appearance of normal female pelvic organs. Contact Hours: Lecture–3, Lab–1 Credits 4 Prerequisite(s): Introduction to Sonography DMS 101
Examines basic embryology, anatomy (gross, microscopic, and cross-sectional), physiology; laboratory values, pathology, patient history, and sonographic appearance of normal and abnormal structures, abdominal wall, gastrointestinal tract, and neonatal/pediatric abdomen, hips, spine, and head. Students will have the opportunity to apply concepts to scanning protocols, imaging techniques, and transducer selection. Contact Hours: Lecture–2, Lab–1 Credits 3 Prerequisite(s): Introduction to Sonography DMS 101 PENNSYLVANIA INTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY | COLLEGE CATALOG 2026-2027 152
The students will be provided with clinical experience in a hospital setting. The students will become acclimated to patient flow in a functioning department. The students will apply knowledge learned in didactic courses and integrate it within the clinical setting. The clinical professional provides direct supervision. Contact Hours: Lecture–0, Lab–0, Clinical Hours—75, Credits–1.25 Prerequisite(s): Sonography Clinical I (DMS 110)
Introduces basic anatomy and physiology of the vascular system, fundamental hemodynamics and Doppler concepts, common sonographic examinations, and normal and abnormal sonographic findings. Students will have the opportunity to apply concepts to scan protocols, Doppler instrumentation and techniques, and transducer selection for cerebrovascular, peripheral arterial/venous, and abdominal circulations. Contact Hours: Lecture–2, Lab–1 Credits 3 Prerequisite(s): Introduction to Sonography DMS 101
Expands on DMS 104 and explores abnormal physiological processes associated with disease or injury in the abdomen and pelvis. Students will have the opportunity to learn about the body’s response to pathology, the related changes in sonographic findings, and adjustments to protocol and instrumentation. Contact Hours: Lecture–3, Lab–.5 Credits-3.5 Prerequisite(s): Abdominopelvic Sonography DMS 104
Explores pathophysiology associated with high-risk pregnancies. Students will have the opportunity to learn about the sonographic evaluation of common maternal complications in pregnancy, fetal anomalies, and the monitoring of high-risk patients. Students will have the opportunity to apply knowledge and practice skills on an OB phantom. Contact Hours: Lecture–3, Lab–.5 Credits 3.5 Prerequisite(s): Sonography of Obstetrics and Gynecology DMS 204
The students will be provided with clinical experience in a hospital setting. The students will become acclimated to patient flow in a functioning department. The students will apply knowledge learned in didactic courses and integrate it within the clinical setting. The clinical professional provides direct supervision. PENNSYLVANIA INTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY | COLLEGE CATALOG 2026-2027 153
This course integrates didactic knowledge and practical skills learned in the lab in the clinical setting. The student will comply with college and clinical affiliate department policies and procedures. The student will demonstrate professional behaviors relating to patients and other healthcare members. The student will practice using ultrasound instrumentation and other equipment necessary for sonographic procedures. Proper pre-examination preparation and acquisition of pertinent patient medical information are also expected. The student will institute and practice diagnostic medical sonographic procedures under the supervision of a registered staff diagnostic medical sonographer. In this clinical term, the student will demonstrate improved scanning skills along with the ability to perform more independently as a student sonographer. Students will be expected to triage cases and present exams as well. Contact Hours: Lecture–0, Lab–0, Clinical Hours—345 Credits–5.75 Prerequisite(s): Sonography Clinical 3 (DMS 251)
This course integrates didactic knowledge and practical skills learned in the lab in the clinical setting. The student will comply with college and clinical affiliate department policies and procedures. The student will demonstrate professional behaviors relating to patients and other healthcare members. The student will practice using ultrasound instrumentation and other equipment necessary for sonographic procedures. Proper pre-examination preparation and acquisition of pertinent patient medical information are also expected. The student will institute and practice diagnostic medical sonographic procedures under the supervision of a registered staff diagnostic medical sonographer. In this clinical term, the student will demonstrate improved scanning skills along with the ability to perform more independently as a student sonographer that is ready to obtain a position as an entry level staff sonographer. Students will be expected to triage and present exams as well. Contact Hours: Lecture–0, Lab–0, Clinical Hours—360, Credits–6 Prerequisite(s): Sonography Clinical 4 (DMS 285)
Explores the transition from the student to entry-level sonographer and the role of the sonographer in various aspects of the practice. Students will be provided with the opportunity to learn about earning and maintaining certification, credentialing exam preparation, professional organizations, volunteer opportunities, continuing education, career development, and professionalism. Students will be provided with the opportunity to apply knowledge to practice problems in preparation for credentialing exams. Students must take ARDMS Abdomen and OB/GYN exams to successfully complete this course. Contact Hours: Lecture–3, Lab–0 Credits 3 PENNSYLVANIA INTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY | COLLEGE CATALOG 2026-2027 154
