Foothill College
DMS 50A
DIAGNOSTIC MEDICAL SONOGRAPHY PRINCIPLES & PROTOCOLS · 4 units
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- Foothill catalogcourse record · 2026-2027
- FHDA class listingsWinter 2027 sections
- Cherrypickercourse matching and pathway links — our analysis
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 UTCNo 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.”
What this course unlocks
Foothill courses that list DMS 50A as a prerequisite.
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