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Aug 06, 2026
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DMSI 101 - Ultrasound Physics I
PREREQUISITES: Admission to the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program
PROGRAM: Diagnostic Medical Sonography
CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
LECTURE HOURS MIN: 3
DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2020
This course will describe basic ultrasound physics to include the make-up and production of sound waves and their characteristics as well as the interaction of the sound wave with different materials. The construction of the transducer and how the sound beam is produced will be covered as well as the effects of the transducer on image resolution.
MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:
- Describe and understand principles of relational math.
- Describe and understand basic principles of sound waves and their production.
- Recognize the differences in sound propagation and interaction with mediums.
- Differentiate the qualities of sound waves and changes applied that alter quality.
- Describe and understand transducer construction and image production.
- Discriminate between image optimization techniques and apply choices to correct images.
COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -
- Mathematic fundamentals related to ultrasound
- Basic ultrasound principles of frequency, periods, propagation speed, wave length, intensity, and amplitude
- Transducer construction and function
- Image production and optimization
Course Addendum - Syllabus (Click to expand)
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