CYPRESS COLLEGE 2012–2013
Diagnostic Medical Sonography / 155
APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCEDURE
ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE DEGREE DIAGNOSTIC MEDICAL SONOGRAPHY Program Code: 1C07840
The Department of Radiologic Technology will provide occupational training in ultrasound/medical sonography. The purpose of this instruction is to qualify the student for examination by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography and to prepare the student for gainful employment in ultrasound/medical sonography. To earn an Associate Degree students must complete: (1) all major course requirements with a minimum grade of “C”; (2) 25 units of General Education Graduation Requirements; (3) the cultural pluralism and reading requirements; (4) any elective courses to complete a minimum of 60 units; and (5) have a minimum GPA of 2.0. At least 50% of all major course work must be completed at Cypress College. Required courses: All courses of the Certificate Program General Education Graduation Requirements Total Units Required
Units 53 25 78
Note: All General Education Graduation Requirements units may be taken prior to enrollment in the program or at the completion of the Certificate Program.
REQUIREMENTS DMS 170 C DMS 175 C DMS 172 C RADT 262 C* HS 165 C*
SEMESTER I Sonography Physics Abdomen Scanning Sonography Externship Cross-Sectional Imaging Ethical Choices in Health Care
Units 3 4 5 1 1.5
DMS 176 C DMS 186 C DMS 207 C
SEMESTER II Pathology and Small Parts OB/GYN Sonography Clinical Education I
Units 3 4 10
SUMMER INTERSESSION Doppler Techniques Clinical Education II
Units 1.5 7
DMS 227 C DMS 210 C
SEMESTER III Clinical Education III Sonography Review Total Units
Units 11 2 53
*May be taken prior to enrollment in the program.
DIAGNOSTIC MEDICAL SONOGRAPHY CERTIFICATE Program Code: 1C21115 REQUIREMENTS DMS 170 C DMS 175 C DMS 172 C RADT 262 C* HS 165 C*
SEMESTER I Sonography Physics Abdomen Scanning Sonography Externship Cross-Sectional Imaging Ethical Choices in Health Care
Units 3 4 5 1 1.5
DMS 176 C DMS 186 C DMS 207 C
SEMESTER II Pathology and Small Parts OB/GYN Sonography Clinical Education I
Units 3 4 10
DMS 188 C DMS 217 C
SUMMER INTERSESSION Doppler Techniques Clinical Education II
Units 1.5 7
DMS 227 C DMS 210 C
SEMESTER III Clinical Education III Sonography Review Total Units
Units 11 2 53
*May be taken prior to enrollment in the program.
Diagnostic Medical Sonography (DMS) DMS 060 C Introduction to Sonography
2 Units
DMS 170 C Sonography Physics (formerly RADT 170 C and RADT 173 C)
3 Units
Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of RADT 142 C, RADT 153 C, HS 145 C, HS 147 C, BIOL 210 C, ENGL 100 C, MATH 040 C and CIS 111 C all with minimum grades of “C.” Term hours: 24–27 lecture and 24–27 laboratory. This course is designed for the student entering the sonography program. Basic sonography theory is taught with emphasis on sonographic terminology and equipment manipulation. Anatomy identification, scanning planes, transducer orientation, ergonomics, and scanning protocols are included. Non-Degree Credit. May be taken for credit 4 times. Pass/No Pass/Letter Grade Option. $14.00 Material Fee — Payable at Registration.
Prerequisite: Admission into the Diagnostic/Medical Sonography Program and a minimum grade of “C” in RADT 142 C, MATH 040 C, CIS 111 C, DMS 060 C, HS 147 C, and completion of or concurrent enrollment and a minimum grade of “C” in HS 165 C and RADT 262 C. Corequisite: DMS 175 C and DMS 172 C. Term hours: 48–54 lecture. This course will provide lecture and demonstrations covering the areas of acoustical physics, propagation principles, transducers, machine instrumentation, hemodynamics, harmonics, doppler principles, biological effects, artifacts, and quality control. (CSU)
Courses
1. A separate application, in addition to the college application, is required for admission into the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program. 2. Applications must be completed online during the month of February. Please see the Health Science Application link on the Diagnostic Medical Sonography home page. 3. Applicants must submit official transcripts (except Cypress and Fullerton Colleges), documents (AART, CRT, Certificate and signature page of application) in person to the Health Science Applications office, Health Science Building, Cypress College 9200 Valley View Street, Cypress, California 90630-5897 by March 15. Please bring photo identification. 4. Practical Radiologic Technology years of experience must be verified by completion of the work experience form by the employer, if applicable. 5. An appointment with Health Science counselor or attendance at a program information meeting is recommended to discuss selection criteria and deadlines for application process. Selection criteria will award points to practical and formal radiologic technology experience as well as grade point average in program prerequisites. Selection criteria is subject to change. 6. Class enrollment is based on the number of approved clinical education centers available. Student capacity is also determined by the Joint Review Commission in Diagnostic Medical Sonographers.
DMS 188 C DMS 217 C