For more information, visit the Dallas College Cardiac Sonography webpage and your success coach at your campus.
This is an example course sequence for students interested in pursuing Adult Cardiac Sonography. It does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. Following this pathway will help you earn an Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in Cardiac Sonography – Adult Cardiac Sonography. Students must earn at least 25% of the credit hours (15 hours) required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College. See catalog for official degree requirements.
The Adult Cardiac Sonography program is a two-year A.A.S. degree program with a competitive admissions process. The Adult Cardiac Sonographer performs cardiovascular examinations to produce a picture of a heart and great vessels using high-frequency sound waves. These examinations are used to diagnose congenital heart disease, valvular disease, pericardial disease, cardiomyopathy, and other cardiovascular disorders. Types of examinations include 2D and 3D Echo, M-mode and color flow Doppler, as well as Transesophageal and Stress Studies. The Adult Cardiac Sonographer may work in hospitals, clinics and physicians' offices. Courses that complete the Degree are noted below.
Visit http://www.dallascollege.edu/transfer and select "Transfer from Dallas College," then click on a university to view more information about transferring to that institution. Speak with your success coach to choose courses that will help you to transfer to a specific university.
Catalog Year 2024-2025 You may use this pathway if you entered Dallas College on or before this date.
Degree Type Associate of Applied Science
GPA Requirement Student must earn a GPA of 2.0 or higher
TSI Must be Complete
SEMESTER-BY-SEMESTER MAP FOR FULL-TIME STUDENTS
All plans can be modified to fit the needs of part-time students. This is not an official degree plan. See catalog for official degree requirements.
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE MINIMUM: 60 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS
PROGRAM SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
A minimum grade of “C" is required in all courses.
COMPLETE ONE OF THE FOLLOWING:
- Completion of six Health Professions Readiness courses that satisfy the Health Professions Readiness I & II Skills Achievement Awards.
- Two years' employment as a healthcare worker within a medical related laboratory AND direct patient care experience within the last 5 years
- Current credential in a healthcare profession (e.g., RN, Medical Assisting, Radiography, Paramedic, LVN, etc.)
SEMESTER 1 (Fall)
ENGL 1301 – Composition I This is a Core course.
MATH 1314 – College Algebra This is a Core course.
BIOL 2401 – Anatomy and Physiology I This is a Core course. To register you must complete BIOL 1406 with a grade of “C" or better.
HUMANITIES/FINE ARTS ELECTIVE* This is a Core course.
* There are several options to fulfill this requirement. See Health Occupations Admissions Office for a specific list.
SEMESTER 1 ACTION ITEMS
Meet with your success coach to confirm academic and career goals before the end of the semester.
Total Hours: 13
SEMESTER 2 (Spring)
PSYC 2301 – General Psychology This is a Core course.
BIOL 2402 – Anatomy and Physiology II
DSAE 2303 – Cardiovascular Concepts
CHOOSE ONE:
- SPCH 1311 – Introduction to Speech Communication This is a Core course.
- SPCH 1315 – Public Speaking This is a Core course. OR
- SPCH 1321 – Business and Professional Communication This is a Core course.
SEMESTER 2 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with your success coach to request an official program of study audit and confirm or update your academic/career path and program of study.
Total Hours: 13
SEMESTER 3 (Summer)
DMSO 2343 – Advanced Ultrasound Physics
DSAE 1270 – Introduction to Echocardiographic Evaluation
DSAE 1203 – Introduction to Cardiac Sonography Techniques
SEMESTER 3 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with the clinical coordinator regarding placement for the practicum course.
Total Hours: 7
SEMESTER 4 (Fall)
DSAE 2404 – Cardiac Sonography Pathophysiology I
DSAE 1364 – Practicum (or Field Experience)-Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician
DSVT 1200 – Principles of Vascular Technology
DSAE 2335 – Advanced Cardiac Sonography
SEMESTER 4 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with the clinical coordinator regarding placement for the practicum course.
Meet with your success coach for assistance in preparing for job search, if needed.
Total Hours: 12
SEMESTER 5 (Spring)
DSVT 2200 – Vascular Technology Applications
DSAE 2437 – Cardiac Sonography Pathophysiology II
DSAE 2264 – Practicum (or Field Experience)-Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician
DSVT 2164 – Practicum (or Field Experience)-Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician
DSAE 2355 – Advanced Cardiac Sonography and Review
SEMESTER 5 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with the clinical coordinator regarding placement for the practicum course.
Total Hours: 12
SEMESTER 6 (Summer)
DSAE 2265 – Practicum (or Field Experience)-Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician This is the capstone course for this award.
DSPE 2257 – Evaluation of Congenital Heart Disease I
SEMESTER 6 ACTION ITEMS
- After reviewing your degree plan and program of study, meet the Health Occupations Admissions Office to apply for the Adult Cardiac Sonography A.A.S.
- Sign up for commencement.
- Join the Alumni Network!
Total Hours: 4
DALLAS COLLEGE PATHWAY TOTAL: 61 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS