DMS 101 - Ultrasound Physics

Discusses the fundamentals of ultrasound physics along with the principal underlying design and operation of the ultrasound equipment. Includes mathematics of ultrasound physics, properties of continuous and pulsed acoustic waves, effects of interfaces, the generation of ultrasound and Doppler principles. Covers the types of different instrumentation, display modes, image artifacts, quality performance measurements and bioeffects. Achieves didactic objectives through the use of images, supplemental reading materials, lecture, and class discussion.

Co-requisites: NONE

Prerequisites: PHY 115, Admission into the General or Vascular Ultrasound Program

Credits: 3(Lec: 3)