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DMSU 211 Ultrasound Physics and Instrumentation I

This course explains how the pulse-echo principle is used in sonography. Basic sound and ultrasound physics are covered, including: frequency, wavelength, propagation speed, reflection, and resolution. The components and function of the ultrasound transducer and equipment are explored.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

DMSU 102, DMSU 112, and PHYS 101

Corequisite

DMSU 151

Hours Weekly

2.5 hours theory, 2 hours on-campus lab weekly