ADI 830 - Sonography Clinical Practicum I

Credit(s) 7.00
Lecture Hours: 1.00
Lab Hours: 2.00
Clinical Hours: 15.00
This course provides the student with 3-4 days per week of clinical experience in affiliate hospitals, clinics, and/or imaging centers. Students will observe and gain introductory hands-on scanning experience on a variety of sonographic procedures under direct supervision of a staff sonographer. Students will observe laboratory demonstrations and perform standard exam protocols. Emphasis in the lab will focus on ergonomic safety, gaining proficiency in basic abdominal imaging techniques as well as identification of normal anatomy and pattern recognition. This course replaces ADI 800.

Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of C in BIO 157, BIO 168, or BIO 173. A minimum grade of C in ENG 105 or SPC 112. A minimum grade of C in HSC 113 and PHI 105.