Capstone Seminar

Catalog description

Reviews fundamentals of ultrasound physics and the principle underlying design and operation of equipment as it pertains to sonographic techniques. Mathematics, properties of continuous and pulsed waves, effects of interfaces generation of ultrasound and Doppler imaging techniques will be reviewed. New instrumentation, display modes, image artifacts, performance measurements and bioeffects will be reviewed. Analytical skills of the differential diagnosis will continue to be emphasized. Ethical and medico/legal dilemmas of new and future sonographic techniques will be covered. Issues and concerns facing the graduate along with resume and interview skills will be discussed. Co-requisite: DMS 245