PHY 127 - Physics for Health Science/Ultrasonography
Credits: 3
3 Lecture Hours
Prerequisites: PHY 100 or equivalent and acceptance into the DMS program
Description
This is a course in the physics of ultrasound for the student of diagnostic medical sonography. Included is the physics necessary to understand the operation of ultrasound instrumentation.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the student will:
- Describe the physics of waves as applied to diagnostic medical sonography.
- Outline the theory of operation of the basic components of generic instrumentation used in diagnostics medical sonography.
- Describe the artifacts and the limitations encountered in ultrasound imaging.
- Solve problems related to the physics portion of the DMS Registration exam.
Listed Topics
- Physical characteristics of Ultrasound Waves
- The Pulse-Echo Concept
- Transducers
- Focusing and scanning
- Instrumentation
- Doppler Principle
- Performance and safety
Reference Materials
Textbook; Scientific Calculator.
Approved By: Sutin, Stewart Date Approved: 11/08/2006
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