Medical Imaging - Ultrasonography, A.S.

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The Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences Department offers an Associate of Science Degree in Ultrasonography that emphasizes the study of physics, the abdomen, and obstetrics. Consistent with the philosophy of Mount Aloysius College, the curriculum provides students with a liberal arts and technical education that emphasizes compassion and competence and affords the student the opportunity to acquire the attitudes, knowledge, and skills necessary to become an effective member of the health care team and serve the health needs of society.

Upon completion of the Associate Degree in Medical Imaging: Ultrasonography, the graduate will:

have a solid grounding in liberal arts that includes arts, sciences and advanced imaging modalities;
be able to effectively interact in the professional setting using various modes of communication;
understand equipment operation and be able to employ basic interventional procedures to facilitate the production of high quality images;
possess advanced knowledge of imaging equipment and accessories, techniques, and procedures demonstrating expertise in several imaging modalities;
be able to assess various imaging examination procedures and assist in attaining pertinent information in the diagnosis and treatment of the patient;
understand the code of ethics for imaging specialists, be able to work collaboratively, and attend to patient needs; and
have developed a commitment to life-long learning and the pursuit of personal and professional growth through the participation in educational and professional activities.

Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences

Department Chairperson - Dr. Paula Scaramozzino, R.T. (R)(MR)

The Bachelor of Science Degree in Medical Imaging is designed to give students the skills needed to become tomorrow’s leaders in the field of medical imaging. Through preparation for more advanced work in specialty areas such as computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MR), quality management and mammography (QM/M), and ultrasonography (US), graduates are able to meet the challenges posed by advancing technology in the current health care environment. The student-focused curriculum includes a strong emphasis on liberal arts studies and professional courses in the advanced imaging modalities with a structured competency-based clinical education.

Additionally, through their development in the liberal arts, students will learn to provide patient care that is oriented and responsive, by displaying the attributes of compassion, competence and effective communication in meeting the special needs of the patient. Graduates will also learn to exercise independent judgment in the technical performance of medical imaging procedures by adapting the technical parameters of the procedure to the condition of the patient.

Upon completion of the Bachelor Degree Medical Imaging Program, graduates will:

Apply global awareness of cultural and healthcare perspectives while exhibiting professional behaviors such as integrity, respect, and compassion;
Participate in scholarly activities pertaining to the profession;
Use technology skills to perform specialized imaging procedures while achieving professional competencies as currently defined by their respective professions;
Lead individuals and/or groups and apply basic management skills toward attainment of shared goals in organizational or professional settings to contribute to the improvement of health care delivery;
Identify, analyze, and solve a variety of scientific, clinical, psychosocial and/or managerial problems to appreciate the complexity of the health care system.

Core Course Requirements

History/Political Science

HS or PS 3 Credits

Science/Math

BL 201 - Anatomy and Physiology I 3 Lecture / 2 Lab / 4 Credits

Information Communication Technologies

ICT 101 - Information Literacy 1 Credit
ICT 215 - Spreadsheet Applications 1 Credit

Religious Studies

RS 300 - Christian Health Care Ethics 3 Credits

Cultural Diversity

Cultural Diversity: 3 Credits

Total Credits in Core: 26 Credits

*Any HS/PS course that satisfies Cultural Diversity

Major Course Requirements

DMS 100 - Introduction to Ultrasonography 1 Credit
DMS 200 - Abdominal Ultrasonography 2 Lecture / 3 Lab / 3 Credits
DMS 202 - Obstetrical and Gynecological Ultrasonography 2 Lecture / 3 Lab / 3 Credits
DMS 205 - Superficial Structures and Vascular Ultrasonography 2 Lecture / 3 Lab / 3 Credits
DMS 401 - Physics and Instrumentation I 3 Credits (3 Credits Required)
DMS 408 - Clinical Ultrasound Simulation 2 Credits
DMS 409 - Ultrasound Clinical Practicum I 240 Clinical Hours / 2 Credits
DMS 411 - Ultrasound Clinical Practicum II 600 Clinical Hours / 12 Credits
DMS 412 - Ultrasound Clinical Practicum III 600 Clinical Hours / 12 Credits
RAD 300 - Imaging Principles 3 Credits
RAD 303 - Cross-Sectional Anatomy 3 Credits

Total Credits in Major: 47 Credits

Other Required Coursework

BL 202 - Anatomy and Physiology II 3 Lecture / 2 Lab / 4 Credits
MATH 112 - College Algebra 3 Credits
MA 109 - Medical Terminology 3 Credits
RAD 100 - Introduction to Basic Health Care 2 Lecture / 2 Lab / 3 Credits
PHYS 103 - Applied Physics 3 Lecture / 2 Lab / 4 Credits

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