Medical Sonography
Curriculum Description
The Medical Sonography curriculum provides knowledge and clinical skills in the application of high frequency sound waves to image internal body structures.
Course work includes physics, cross-sectional anatomy, abdominal, introductory vascular and obstetrical/gynecological sonography. Competencies are attained in identification of normal anatomy and pathological processes, use of equipment, fetal growth and development, integration of related imaging, and patient interaction skills.
Graduates of accredited programs may be eligible to take examinations in ultrasound physics and instrumentation and specialty examinations administered by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers and find employment in clinics, physicians’ offices, mobile services, hospitals and educational institutions.
The following represents one way in which the program of study can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow this plan should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success. Courses with the prefix of SON are only offered during the semesters listed below.
Associate in Applied Science
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POS Approved: Fall 2009
Fall Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIO 163 | Basic Anat & Physiology | 4 | 2 | 0 | 5 |
| Select one: | |||||
| Mathematical Models | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 | |
| OR | |||||
| Survey of Mathematics | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
| OR | |||||
| College Algebra | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
| PHY 110 | Conceptual Physics | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| PHY 110A | Conceptual Physics Lab | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| SON 110 | Intro to Sonography | 1 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| SON 130 | Abdominal Sonography I | 2 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| SON 140 | Gynecological Sonography | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Total: | 14 | 12 | 3 | 20 | |
Spring Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Select one: | |||||
| Intro Interpersonal Com | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
| OR | |||||
| Public Speaking | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
| OR | |||||
| Oral Communication | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
| SON 111 | Sonographic Physics | 3 | 3 | 0 | 4 |
| SON 120 | SON Clinical Ed I | 0 | 0 | 15 | 5 |
| SON 131 | Abdominal Sonography II | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
| Total: | 7 | 6 | 15 | 14 | |
Summer Term
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENG 111 | Expository Writing | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| SON 121 | SON Clinical Ed II | 0 | 0 | 15 | 5 |
| SON 271 | Doppler Sonography Topics | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
| SON 272 | Advanced Pathology | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| Total: | 4 | 6 | 15 | 11 |
Fall Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Select one: | |||||
| Interpersonal Psychology | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
| OR | |||||
| General Psychology | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
| SON 220 | SON Clinical Ed III | 0 | 0 | 24 | 8 |
| SON 241 | Obstetrical Sonography I | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| SON 250 | Vascular Sonography | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
| ___ ___ | Humanities/Fine Arts Elective | ** | ** | 0 | 3 |
| Total: | 6 | 3 | 24 | 18 | |
Spring Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SON 221 | SON Clinical Ed IV | 0 | 0 | 24 | 8 |
| SON 225 | Case Studies | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| SON 242 | Obstetrical Sonography II | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| SON 289 | Sonographic Topics | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Total: | 4 | 3 | 24 | 13 |
Total Credit Hours: 76
Additional Information
Additional admissions requirements:
- Biology, algebra and physics recommended.
- Grade of C or better in all required related and program specific courses is mandatory for admission and progression in the Medical Sonography program.
- Completion of the Forsyth Tech Student Medical Form upon acceptance into the program.
Program Information
This program has limited enrollment. Students are chosen by a selective admissions process based on grades earned in required related courses (i.e. biology, English, psychology, etc.) and completion of any training such as certified nurse assistant I and II, emergency medical technician, paramedic or any diploma or degree in a health or non-health field. The Admissions Office can provide additional information on the selection process. Readmission may be possible but requires reapplying and approval by the college.
Humanities/Fine Arts Elective – Select one: ART 111, HUM 110, HUM 115, HUM 120, HUM 170, MUS 110, PHI 215, PHI 240, REL 110, or REL 221. Consult an academic advisor concerning other possible electives.
Criminal Background Checks/Drug Screening
Clinical facilities may require criminal background checks and/or drug screening for students assigned to their facility for clinical education. In addition, national and/or state registry and/or licensure boards may prohibit eligibility for registry or licensure based on criminal background records. Please refer to the Health Technologies section on www.forsythtech.edu.
**Hours will vary depending on course selection.
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