| Course Number |
Course Name |
C - L - H |
Hrs |
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| 101-910-DW |
Anatomy and Physiology 1 |
2 - 2 - 2 |
60 |
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| Description: | This course is the first of two that are designed to introduce the student to the fundamentals of anatomy and physiology of all human body systems. Physiological and anatomical terminology are introduced as well as important biological concepts such as homeostasis. The basics of cell structure and function are discussed with emphasis on the cellular organelles, cell cycle, and cell division. The main focus of this course is both the physiology and three-dimensional anatomy (with respect to locations, surface landmarks and surrounding structures) of the endocrine, digestive, urinary and reproductive systems. The course also introduces the student to human embryology and first trimester fetal development as well as the use of cross-sectional anatomy. |
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| 142-U11-DW |
Medical Ultrasound - Fundamentals of the Profession |
2 - 2 - 2 |
60 |
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| Description: | This interactive course introduces students to recognize the professional implications, the legal issues and their role within the framework of the medical ultrasound profession. Students will also reflect on their personal career choice and familiarize themselves with the structure of the medical ultrasound technology program. Students will learn to identify legislative requirements of federal and provincial laws that govern the profession of ultrasound technologists. Furthermore, students will examine the skills and behaviours related to the role of their profession while exploring their function within a multidisciplinary team. Finally, the student will understand their responsibilities as future medical ultrasound technologists and the expectations of the job market. |
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| 142-U12-DW |
Patient Care, Health and Safety |
2 - 2 - 1 |
60 |
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| Description: | In this hands-on course, students learn about safety, hygiene, effective measures for infection control and emergency protocols. Students will also begin learning the fundamental skills of patient management and the importance of communication within the ultrasound profession. Students will apply the governing regulations to the overall health of patients and healthcare professionals. Students will learn to recognize the risks and dangers associated with the professional practice. Finally, students will apply ergonomic work methods and learn relevant clinical terminology. This course will prime students for the Patient Care and Pharmacology course. |
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| 142-U13-DW |
Ultrasound Instrumentation and Imaging Modalities |
2 - 2 - 1 |
60 |
|
| Description: | This interactive course introduces students to instrumentation principles and various modes of acquisition while ensuring patient safety. Students will learn to integrate the theoretical knowledge learned in physics of ultrasound and apply it to the machine to enhance and improve their ultrasound images. Students will explore elements of a quality assurance program and will introduce general quality control practices. Finally, they will archive data and be introduced to various diagnostic imaging modalities. This course will prime students for the Instrumentation and Quality Control course. |
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| 203-910-DW |
Physics of Medical Ultrasound |
3 - 1 - 1 |
60 |
|
| Description: | This is an introductory physics course focused on medical ultrasound imaging. Topics include: Sound as a wave, transducer physics, interactions with tissue, Doppler effect, ultrasound safety, and other imaging modalities. Students will learn: to connect the principles of sound waves to ultrasound signal production and detection, how the Doppler Effect is used to create Doppler ultrasound images, to connect the principles of energy absorption and attenuation to ultrasound safety. Following completion of this course, students will be prepared to take Instrumentation II. |
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| 603-101-MQ |
Intro to College English |
2 - 2 - 4 |
60 |
|
Please see the English Department's offering of courses. |
| 345-101-MQ |
Knowledge |
3 - 1 - 3 |
60 |
|
| Please see the Humanities Department's offering of courses. |
| COM-001-03 |
Complementary 1 |
2 - 1 - 3 |
45 |
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| Course Number |
Course Name |
C - L - H |
Hrs |
|
| 101-920-DW |
Anatomy and Physiology 2 |
2 - 2 - 2 |
60 |
|
The description for this course is not available at this time. |
| 142-U21-DW |
Ultrasound Instrumentation and Quality Control |
2 - 2 - 2 |
60 |
|
| Description: | This interactive course further expands on the use of ultrasound instrumentation principles and various modes of acquisition. Applying knowledge developed in physics and instrumentation, students will learn to use advanced reconstruction software and tools to optimize ultrasound images. Students will further explore elements of a quality assurance program and will perform general quality control tests of devices and accessories. Students will document and analyze the results while referring to appropriate quality control documents. Also, they will explore documentation workflow in the ultrasound department, including the Radiology Information System (RIS) and Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS). This course will prime students for the application of these principles and procedures in the context of Clinical Education. |
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| 142-U22-DW |
Abdominal, Pelvic and Surface Ultrasound 1 |
2 - 2 - 2 |
60 |
|
| Description: | In this hands-on scanning course, students will learn how to plan for a general abdomen and pelvis examination. Applying knowledge developed in anatomy, physiology, patient care, and instrumentation, students will learn to effectively acquire the proper diagnostic images and data while utilizing effective scanning techniques. They will incorporate their anatomy and physiology knowledge to analyze images and identify basic pathologies. Also, they will begin to acquire the skills to describe, transmit and record important findings during a general abdomen and pelvis examination. This course will prime students for the further application of these principles and procedures in Abdominal, Pelvic and Surface Ultrasound 2. |
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| 142-U23-DW |
Medical Records of Ultrasound Patients |
2 - 2 - 1 |
60 |
|
| Description: | This interactive course introduces students to the basic principles and procedures of patient medical records. Applying knowledge developed in anatomy, physiology, patient care, and fundamentals of the profession, students will learn to correlate relevant medical data to the examination to be performed. They will also learn to identify common pathologies seen in various imaging modalities. Also, they will begin to acquire the skills to describe, transmit and record important findings during an ultrasound examination or procedure. This course will prime students for the application of these principles and procedures in the context of Clinical Education. |
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| 142-U24-DW |
Patient Care and Pharmacology |
3 - 2 - 2 |
75 |
|
| Description: | In this hands-on course, students will learn how to adapt to emergency situations and apply patient care interventions skills. They will acquire pharmacology knowledge relevant to administering medication in the medical ultrasound profession. They will incorporate their anatomy and physiology knowledge to comprehend lab results, common clinical signs and characteristics of pathologies. This course will prime students for the application of these principles and procedures in the context of Clinical Education |
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| 388-920-DW |
Communication and Wellbeing in the Medical Ultrasound Profession |
2 - 1 - 1 |
45 |
|
The description for this course is not available at this time. |
| 603-10x-DW |
English 102 or 103 |
2 - 2 - 3 |
60 |
|
Choose one course from the list of options below: - 603-102-MQ: Literary Genres
- 603-103-MQ: Literary Themes
|
Click here for information about English courses. |
| 109-10x-MQ |
PhysEd 101 or 102 |
0 - 1 - 1 |
30 |
|
Choose one course from the list of options below: - 109-101-MQ: Physical Activity and Health
- 109-102-MQ: Physical Activity and Effectiveness
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Click here for information about Physical Education courses. |
| 602-10x-MQ |
French Block A |
2 - 1 - 3 |
45 |
|
Please see the French Department's offering of courses. |
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| Course Number |
Course Name |
C - L - H |
Hrs |
|
| 142-U31-DW |
Obstetrical and Gynecological Ultrasound I |
2 - 2 - 2 |
60 |
|
The description for this course is not available at this time. |
| 142-U32-DW |
Abdominal, Pelvic and Surface Ultrasound 2 |
2 - 3 - 2 |
75 |
|
The description for this course is not available at this time. |
| 142-U33-DW |
Cardiac Ultrasound 1 |
2 - 3 - 2 |
75 |
|
The description for this course is not available at this time. |
| 142-U34-DW |
Breast and Surface Ultrasound |
2 - 2 - 1 |
60 |
|
The description for this course is not available at this time. |
| 603-10x-DW |
English 102 or 103 |
2 - 2 - 3 |
60 |
|
Choose one course from the list of options below: - 603-102-MQ: Literary Genres
- 603-103-MQ: Literary Themes
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Click here for information about English courses. |
| 345-102-MQ |
World Views |
3 - 0 - 3 |
45 |
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| Please see the Humanities Department's offering of courses. |
| 109-10x-MQ |
PhysEd 101 or 102 |
0 - 1 - 1 |
30 |
|
Choose one course from the list of options below: - 109-101-MQ: Physical Activity and Health
- 109-102-MQ: Physical Activity and Effectiveness
|
Click here for information about Physical Education courses. |
| COM-002-03 |
Complementary 2 |
2 - 1 - 3 |
45 |
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