Programs of Study

Prerequisites- 18 SCH

MATH 1314 - College Algebra
BIOL 2401 - Anatomy & Physiology I
BIOL 2402 - Anatomy & Physiology II
PHYS 1405 - Elementary Physics I
ENGL 1301 - Composition I

First Semester - 12 SCH

DMSO 1110 - Introduction to Sonography
DMSO 1260 - Clinical - Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer & Ultrasound Technician
DMSO 1302 - Basic Ultrasound Physics
DMSO 1341 - Abdominopelvic Sonography
PSYC 2314 - Lifespan Growth and Development

Second Semester - 11 SCH

DMSO 2305 - Sonography of Obstetrics/Gynecology
DMSO 1261 - Clinical - Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer & Ultrasound Technician
DMSO 2351 - Doppler Physics
DMSO 2353 -Sonography of Superficial Structures

Third Semester - 12 SCH

DMSO 2362 - Clinical - Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer & Ultrasound Technician
DMSO 1342 - Intermediate Ultrasound Physics
DMSO 2342 - Sonography of High Risk Obstetrics
DMSO 2341 - Sonography of Abdominopelvic Pathology

Fourth Semester - 4 SCH

DMSO 2366 - Clinical - Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer & Ultrasound Technician
DMSO 2130 - Advanced Ultrasound and Review
MUSI 1306 - Music Appreciation

Marketable Skills

• Communication
• Critical Thinking
• Personal Responsibilities
• Teamwork
• Time Management
• Lifelong Learner
• Detail Oriented
• Interpersonal Skills
• Physical Stamina

Program Outcomes

• Apply effective oral, visual, and written communication skills.
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of human sectional anatomy relative to normal and abnormal sonographic imaging.
• Apply ultrasound principles and instrumentation relative to imaging and image quality.
• Demonstrate appropriate ergonomic scanning applications.
• Demonstrate the ability to provide patient care while following ethical standards, HIPPA guidelines, and maintaining professionalism.
• Recognize and use resources to enhance self-development and professional growth.

Expected Salary

Texas wage data: workers on average earn $81,055; 10% of workers earn $56,543 or less; 10% of workers earn $117,043 or more.

Career Opportunities

Hospitals; Physician Offices; Outpatient Care Centers; and Medical and Diagnostic Laboratories.

High School Endorsements

Public Service

Additional Education Opportunities

May pursue a Bachelor's Degree in ultrasound.