DMSG 105 - Acoustic Physics and Instrument I

Institution:

Northampton County Area Community College

Subject:

Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Description:

This course introduces students to basic acoustical physics, principles of ultrasound instruments, modes of operation, operator control options, frequency selection, and echogenic properties; emphasis on ultrasound transmission in soft tissues, attenuation of sound energy, parameters affecting sound transmission, and resolution of sound beams. Restricted to DMS students.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture/Lab

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

09/01/2006 - 08/14/2021 

Institution Website:

www.northampton.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 861-5300

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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