2017-2018 Course Catalog & Student Handbook 
    
    May 04, 2024  
2017-2018 Course Catalog & Student Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

ECHO 1310 - Echocardiography I


Prerequisite: ECHO 1100  
This course utilizes cardiac sonography fundamentals to evaluate cardiac anatomy, function and hemodynamics in diagnosing coronary artery heart disease. Incorporates all forms of noninvasive cardiovascular evaluation with emphasis on performance and interpretation of M-mode, 2-dimensional, and Doppler echocardiography. Emphasis will be placed on obtaining quality echocardiograms, and laboratory experience will demonstrate the application of theoretical principles and concepts. Topics include: ventricular function, coronary artery disease, Stress Echocardiography, Transesophageal Echocardiography (TEE), 3-D/4-D Echocardiography, Contrast Echocardiography and advanced techniques/procedures. Students enrolled in this course will be assessed a $100 supply fee in addition to tuition and fees.  Fees are subject to change at the end of any semester. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 6. Credit hours: 3 (T)