DMS 102 - Sonographic Physics and Instrumentation I

Institution:

Connecticut State Community College Gateway

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Description:

Presents the basic physical principles of sound waves, their applications to the human body, the operation and physical characteristics of the ultrasound transducer, the method by which the sound wave is converted into a visual image, and equipment components and their functions. Some topics include reflection, refraction, scattering, amplitude, intensity, speed, attenuation, impedance, propagation, image artifacts, quality control, and the biological effects of ultrasound. Prerequisites: DMS* 104, DMS* 105, and DMS* 113, PHY* 111. Corequisites: DMS* 103 and DMS* 112.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.gwcc.commnet.edu/

Phone Number:

(203) 285-2000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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