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Foothill College

DMS 50A

DIAGNOSTIC MEDICAL SONOGRAPHY PRINCIPLES & PROTOCOLS · 4 units

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About this course

A comprehensive course covering the fundamentals of sonographic principles and protocols. Content includes description and acquisition of the major abdominal organs and vasculature, female reproductive system, and obstetric applications. In addition, sonographic terminology, image optimization, orientation, and descriptions of normal versus abnormal structures. Intended for students in the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program; enrollment is limited to students accepted in the program.

Sections this term

Winter 2027 · updated Oct 18, 11:09 PM UTC

No section is scheduled at Foothill College for Winter 2027. The course can still be offered in a later quarter.

Enrollment availability changes frequently. Confirm status in the official FHDA registration system before enrolling.

Prerequisites

  • Prerequisites: BIOL 40A
  • and40B
  • and40C.

Catalog wording: “Prerequisites: BIOL 40A, 40B and 40C.”

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Foothill courses that list DMS 50A as a prerequisite.

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