Department: Health & Public Service
Discipline: Allied Health
Subject Code: CVT
Course #: 219
Course Title: Introduction to Ultrasound Imaging Systems
HARRISBURG AREA COMMUNITY COLLEGE
FORM 335
Course Form 335 must be updated at least every five years per AP 765 to include, at
a minimum, the following elements. [§335.2]
1.
Digital Description (Insert new/revised digital description below):
Credit hours:
Lecture hours:
Lab hours:
1.0
0.0
3.0
BL: [ ]⅓ [ ]½ [ ]⅔ [ ] Other (Indicate fraction or percent)
2.
Catalog Description (Insert new/revised description below):
Introduces the Cardiac Sonography student to a variety of ultrasound imaging
systems. This course emphasizes image optimization, storage and manipulation of
data, programmatic reporting, and proper body mechanics of imaging. The
imaging parameters covered include ultrasound principles of frequency,
harmonics, dynamic range/compression, frame rate, focal zone, overall gain and
time gain compensation (TGC). The importance of storing and manipulating data
and programmatic reporting is addressed as students acquire diagnostic cardiac
images – stored on the ultrasound system – for interpretation. Students then create
a programmatic report of each study to demonstrate their interpretative skills of
the image findings. The use of proper body mechanics to prevent musculoskeletal
strain injury (MSI) is also covered. The student is expected to create quality
diagnostic images in accordance with the standards established by the American
Society of Echocardiography. This course is restricted to students who are
enrolled in the Cardiovascular Sonography AS program.
3.
Prerequisites: CVT 101, 102, 103, 200
Corequisites:
Minimum Grade Required
C
CVT 220, 222, 223
Other:
4.
Learning Outcomes
[These outcomes are necessary to enable students to attain the essential
knowledge and skills embodied in the program’s educational objectives.]
Upon successful completion of the course the student will be able to:
 Describe ultrasound system controls
 Discuss how the ultrasound system controls affect image quality
 Describe methods to optimize image quality
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Form Template Reviewed & Updated: 10/26/07; 1/11/08; 1/16/09; 7/14/09; 7/31/12
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Department: Health & Public Service
Discipline: Allied Health
Subject Code: CVT
Course #: 219
Course Title: Introduction to Ultrasound Imaging Systems
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Describe the steps to manipulate data and store information to the
programmatic report
Input technical statements into the programmatic report on the digital
ultrasound system
Demonstrate correct body mechanics and patient position during open lab
sessions to prevent MSI and prepare for the clinical environment
5.
Planned Sequence of Instruction
[These must be designed to help students achieve the learning outcomes.]
1.
Ultrasound Machine Knobology
2.
Image Optimization
3.
Hands-on Imaging Controls
4.
Body Mechanics/Musculoskeletal Injuries
5.
Image Acquisition/Troubleshooting
6.
M-Mode Echocardiography
7.
Programmatic Reporting
8.
Downloading Studies
9.
Measuring Images in Showcase Viewer
10.
Optimization of Apical Views and Endocardial Borders
11.
Doppler Spectral Display Optimization
12.
Digital Studies
6.
Assessment of Student Learning
[Methods of assessment should be appropriate for Learning Outcomes listed
above.]
Assessment of student learning outcomes for the course, as required by AP 765, is
part of regular curriculum maintenance and/or improvement. The specific plan
has been determined by the pertinent faculty involved and is maintained in the
College’s assessment management system.
Students are assessed by written and practical (hands-on) examinations,
papers, and laboratory assignments.
7.
List of Texts, References, Selected Library Resources or other Learning
Materials (code each item based on instructional use): C-Lecture/Laboratory,
A-Lecture, B-Laboratory, LC-Lecture/Clinical, CLN-Clinical, I-Online,
BL-Blended, D-Independent Study, P-Private Lessons, E-Internship,
F-Cooperative Work-Study, FE-Field Experience. [These resources must be easily
accessible to students.]
B- Lab: Essentials of Sonography and Patient Care, Current Edition
B- Lab: Understanding Ultrasound Physics, Current Edition
8.
Prepared by Faculty Member: Pamela Pacana
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Form Template Reviewed & Updated: 10/26/07; 1/11/08; 1/16/09; 7/14/09; 7/31/12
Date: 11/5/12
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Department: Health & Public Service
Discipline: Allied Health
Subject Code: CVT
Course #: 219
Course Title: Introduction to Ultrasound Imaging Systems
9.
Approved by Department Chairperson:
Date: 11/6/12
10.
Approved by Academic Division Dean: Lori A. Fair
Date: 12/19/12
This course meets all reimbursement requirements of Chapter 335,
subchapters A / B.
This course was developed, approved, and offered in accordance with the
policies, standards, guidelines, and practices established by the College. It is
consistent with the college mission.
If the course described here is a transfer course, it is comparable to similar
courses generally accepted for transfer to accredited four-year colleges and
universities.
11.
Director, Curriculum Compliance: Erika Steenland
Date: 1/16/13
12.
Provost & VP, Academic Affairs: James E. Baxter, P.G.
Date: 1/23/13
13.
Original Date of course approval by the college:
14.
Date(s) of subsequent reviews [Indicate change: Learning Outcomes; textbook(s)]:
12/1/04
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