Program Information
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Location: Downtown Milwaukee Campus
- Pathway: Healthcare
- Program Code: 10-526-2
- Offering: In-class
- Degree Type: 2-Year Degree (Associate)
- Start Dates: June
About the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Degree
As a graduate of the Diagnostic Medical Sonography program, you can choose to work in a variety of healthcare settings, including clinics, hospitals, private practice physician offices and public health facilities and laboratories. You perform routine sonographic (ultrasound) examinations of the body to include the abdomen, small parts, obstetrics and gynecology. You work closely with physicians and may assist in the performance of invasive procedures. This program will transfer to numerous 4-year colleges and universities. Graduates are eligible for certification in Sonography through American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
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DETAILED PROGRAM INFORMATION
2024-25 Curriculum
| Course | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENG-195 | Written Communication (or) ENG-201 English 1 |
3 |
| PSYCH-199 | Psychology of Human Relations (or) PSYCH-2XX Any 200 level PSYCH course |
3 |
| BIOSCI-177 | General Anatomy & Physiology ‡^ (or) BIOSCI-201 Anatomy & Physiology |
4 |
| MATH 107 | College Mathematics (or) MATH-2XX Any 200 level MATH course |
3 |
| PHYS-139 | Survey of Physics | 3 |
| SOCSCI-172 | Intro to Diversity Studies (or) SOCSCI-2XX Any 200 level SOCSCI course |
3 |
| BIOSCI-179 | Advanced Anatomy & Physiology (or) BIOSCI-202 Anatomy & Physiology 2 |
4 |
| DMS-200 | Intro to DMS ‡ | 3 |
| DMS-221 | Sonography Physics 1 ‡ | 3 |
| DMS-210 | Cross Sectional Anatomy ‡ | 2 |
| DMS-207 | Abdominal Sonography ‡ | 4 |
| DMS-208 | OB/GYN Sonography 1 ‡ | 3 |
| DMS-222 | Sonography Physics 2 ‡ | 2 |
| DMS-223 | Vascular Imaging 1 ‡ | 3 |
| DMS-212 | OB/GYN Sonography 2 ‡ | 3 |
| DMS-203 | Scanning with Proficiency ‡ | 1 |
| ENG-197 | Technical Reporting (or) Any 200 level ENG or SPEECH course |
3 |
| DMS-209 | DMS Clinical Experience 1 ‡ | 2 |
| DMS-211 | Superficial Sonography ‡ | 2 |
| DMS-224 | Vascular Imaging 2 ‡ | 3 |
| DMS-220 | DMS Clinical Experience 2 ‡ | 5 |
| DMS-225 | DMS Clinical Experience 3 ‡ | 3 |
| DMS-229 | DMS Clinical Experience 4 ‡ | 2 |
| DMS-217 | Registry Review ‡ | 2 |
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TOTAL CREDITS |
69 |
‡ Prerequisite required.
Program curriculum requirements are subject to change.
This Associate in Applied Science program will transfer to one or more four-year institutions.
Current MATC students should consult their Academic Program Plan for specific curriculum requirements.
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Important Dates
Summer start: Petition for program in February (only one time a year)
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Cost & Aid Deadlines
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Program Outcomes
- Provide patient care and education
- Adhere to the professional code of eithics for sonographers
- Communicate with members of the healthcare team
- Utilize medical technology for sonography
- Complete diagnostic sonographic exams
Career Outlook
Admission Requirements
The program admits students through a petition selection process.
Completion of:
- BIOSCI-177 & BIOSCI-179 or BIOSCI-201 & 202, AND PHYS-139 with grades of B- or higher
- Cumulative GPA of 2.5
- Entrance Exam: HP-A2 (minimum score of 80%)
- High School Graduation or GED
- HS Algebra
- HS Biology
- HS Chemistry
- Medical Records Required AFTER Acceptance
- Criminal Background Check Required
Scholarships
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