associate of applied Science degree:
• diagnostic medical Sonography (ultrasound)
as a sonographer, the graduate will work closely with radiologists or other physicians to ensure correct diagnosis. graduates can become staff sonographers in a radiology department, hospital setting, private office, outpatient clinic, within the ultrasound industry, or the military. Program applications and the general admission application to the college must be submitted to the Virginia Beach admissions office no later than may 15.
applicants will be ranked according to the health professions admissions ranking scale. admissions decisions will be made based on the applicant’s ranking which considers academic record and area of residence. all in-state residents are given first priority in the application process. all applicants are given points in the application process based on any non-sonography classes taken and the grades earned in those classes. Students with health professions backgrounds, including radiography, are given additional application points.
an official copy of your allied Health Program transcripts and transcripts from other colleges attended must be sent to Tidewater Community College,
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c a r e e r & t e c h n ic a l – d Semester 3course no. course title credits Prerequisite
dmS 209 ultrasound Physics and 3 dmS 208 or instrumentation ii instructor
Permission
dmS 221 ultrasound Seminar i 3 instructor
Permission dmS 232 Clinical education ii 4 dmS 231 or instructor Permission Semester total 10 Semester 4
course no. course title credits Prerequisite
dmS 212 obstetrical and gynecological 4 dmS 211 or
Sonography instructor
Permission
dmS 223 introduction to Vascular 3 dmS 211 or
ultrasound instructor
Permission
dmS 233 Clinical education iii 5 dmS 232 or
instructor
Permission
Humanities elective1 3
Semester total 15
Semester 5
course no. course title credits Prerequisite
dmS 222 Sonography registry review 3 instructor
Permission
dmS 234 Clinical education iV 6 dmS 233 or
instructor
Permission
Social Science elective1 3
Social Science elective1 3
Semester total 15
total minimum credits 72
1 eligible courses are listed on page 33 in the 2010-2011 catalog. See your academic advisor or counselor to choose the appropriate course(s).
Central records office/office of the College registrar, P.o. Box 9000, norfolk, Virginia, 23509, prior to the application deadline date. These transcripts must be evaluated before any transfer credit is granted. applicants are also required to have a personal interview with the program representative. applicants must complete placement tests in english and math and place into eng 111 and be eligible to take mTH 126 or higher prior to being considered for admission into the dmS program. Students must submit an unofficial transcript along with their health professions application. once accepted, students must have current CPr-Healthcare Provider certification, a documented medical examination, and must maintain a C average or better to remain in good standing. The program faculty reserves the right to recommend, through appropriate channels, the withdrawal of any student who does not exhibit suitable demeanor/attendance, and a rigid attendance policy is in place for the clinical experience. a copy of all standards is available in the diagnostic medical Sonography Student Handbook. Students will be re-admitted to the program at the discretion of the director and according to availability. Students are financially responsible for their uniforms and travel.
Clinical practice allows for hands-on experience while earning academic credit. after admission to the program, clinical practice can be completed in four semesters of full-time study.
This program is accredited by the Committee on accreditation of allied Health education Programs through the Joint review Committee on education in diagnostic medical Sonography.
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE: DIAGNOSTIC MEDICAL SONOGRAPHY (Program Code: 109)
Semester 1 (based on a Fall Semester start)
course no. course title credits Prerequisite
Bio 141 Human anatomy and Physiology i 4 HlT 105 Cardiopulmonary resuscitation 1 HlT 143 medical Terminology i 3
mTH 126 mathematics for allied Health 3 Placement PHy 100 elements of Physics 4
SdV 101 orientation to Health Care 1
Semester total 16
Semester 2
course no. course title credits Prerequisite
dmS 206 introduction to Sonography 2 instructor
Permission
dmS 207 Sectional anatomy 2 instructor
Permission
dmS 208 ultrasound Physics and 3 instructor instrumentation i Permission dmS 211 abdominal Sonography 4 instructor
Permission
dmS 231 Clinical education i 2 instructor
Permission
eng 111 College Composition i 3 Placement
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career Studies certificates:
• diesel and industrial machine repair • marine diesel Technician
CAREER STUDIES: DIESEL AND INDUSTRIAL MACHINE REPAIR (Program Code: 221.920.62)
The diesel and industrial machine repair program is a hands-on practical experience program. The student will receive extensive training on diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, brake systems and advanced engine rebuilding. along with classroom instruction, the students will spend the majority of their time in the shop, working on real-life projects. in the diesel program, the students learn the theory of diesel engine operation along with the latest repair and diagnostic procedures available in the diesel industry. designed to prepare the student for entry into diesel repair, this program’s emphasis is on diagnosis, repair, and maintenance of semi-tractors, construction equipment, and agricultural equipment.
Semester 1
course no. course title credits Prerequisite
dSl 121 diesel engines i 6 dSl 143 diesel Truck electrical Systems 4
Semester total 10
Semester 2
course no. course title credits Prerequisite
dSl 122 diesel engines ii 5 dSl 152 diesel Power Trains, Chassis, 4 and Suspension
dSl 161 air Brake Systems i 2
Semester total 11
Semester 3
course no. course title credits Prerequisite
dSl 133 diesel Fuel and injection Systems 6
Semester total 6
total minimum credits 27
CAREER STUDIES: MARINE DIESEL TECHNICIAN (Program Code: 221.920.20)
The marine diesel Technician program provides students with training on modern marine diesel engines and related systems. This program includes the diagnosis, and rebuilding of diesel engines. also included in the program is the study of fuel injection systems, marine electrical, hydraulics, and marine maintenance mechanics.
The marine diesel Technician program is a hands-on practical experience program. The student will study the unique requirements of marine mechanics, which includes basic nomenclature, construction and function of hulls, drive power principles, propellers, steering systems, controls, electrical equipment, instruments, and accessories.
Semester 1
course no. course title credits Prerequisite
dSl 121 diesel engines i 6 dSl 133 diesel Fuel and injection Systems 6 mar 130 marine maintenance mechanics 3
Semester total 15
Semester 2
course no. course title credits Prerequisite
dSl 122 diesel engines ii 5 mar 137 Basic marine electrical Circuits 4 mar 140 introduction to Hydraulics and 4 Hydraulic Systems
Semester total 13
total minimum credits 28