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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
SON 225 Case Studies (0-3-0-1)
Prerequisite: SON 110
This course offers the opportunity to present interesting cases found during clinical educa-
tion. Emphasis is placed on presentation methods which integrate patient history, laboratory results, and sonographic ndings with reference to current literature. Upon completion, students should be able to correlate information necessary for complete presentation of case studies.
SON 241 Obstetrical Sonography I (2-0-0-2)
Prerequisite: SON 110
This course covers normal obstetrical sonography techniques, the normal fetal environ-
ment, and abnormal rst trimester pregnancy states. Topics include gestational dating, fetal anatomy, uterine environment, and rst trimester complications. Upon completion, students should be able to produce gestational sonograms which document age, evaluate the uterine environment, and recognize rst trimester complications.
SON 242 Obstetrical Sonography II (2-0-0-2)
Prerequisite: SON 241
This course covers second and third trimester obstetrical complications and fetal anoma-
lies. Topics include abnormal fetal anatomy and physiology and complications in the uterine environment. Upon completion, students should be able to identify fetal anomalies, fetal distress states, and uterine pathologies.
SON 250 Vascular Sonography (1-3-0-2)
This course provides an in-depth study of the anatomy and pathology of the vascular system. Topics include peripheral arterial, peripheral venous, and cerebrovascular disease testing. Upon completion, students should be able to identify normal vascular anatomy and recognize pathology of the vascular system.
SON 289 Sonographic Topics (2-0-0-2)
Prerequisite: SON 220 Corequisite: SON 221
This course provides an overview of sonographic topics in preparation for certi cation examinations. Emphasis is placed on registry preparation. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of sonography and be prepared for the registry examinations.
SPANISH
SPA 111 Elementary Spanish I (3-0-3) Prerequisite: College-ready English Placement
This course introduces the fundamental elements of the Spanish language within a cultural context. Emphasis is placed on the development of basic listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Upon completion, students should be able to comprehend and respond with grammatical accuracy to spoken and written Spanish and demonstrate cultural awareness. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts.
Note: Elementary foreign language courses are secondary humanities courses; they will not count as the sole humanities selection in an AAS degree program.
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