General Catalog 2022-2023

USDX 2011 Intermediate Physics in Diagnostic Ultrasound

Study of the basic principles of ultrasound and its terminology. Discussion of ultrasound interactions with tissue. Description of the mechanism of production and visualization of ultrasound. Identification of the types of transducers and their conduction. Emphasis on quality control, bioeffects, and artifacts in ultrasound imaging. Requires a total of 45 lecture hours. Concurrent with USDX 2015, USDX 2016 and USDX 2017.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

USDX 2010.