For more information, visit the Dallas College Diagnostic Medical Sonography webpage and your success coach at your campus.
This is an example course sequence for students interested in pursuing Diagnostic Medical 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 Diagnostic Medical 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 Diagnostic Medical Sonography program is a two-year A.A.S. degree program with a competitive admissions process. The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer performs sonography examinations using high frequency sound waves to visualize soft tissue structures, including the gall bladder, kidneys, pregnant uterus and other organs as requested by the physician. The Diagnostic Medical 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: 65 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS
PROGRAM SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
Completion of 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.)
Exemptions/waivers may exist.
PREREQUISITES: Specialized Imaging Core Curriculum (19 credit hours)
The following is a suggested two-semester timeline for completing the Specialized Imaging Core Curriculum.
PREREQUISITE SEMESTER 1
BIOL 2401 – Anatomy and Physiology I This is a Core course. Prior to registration you must earn A grade of “C" or better in BIOL 1406.
ENGL 1301 – Composition I This is a Core course. Must earn A grade of “C" or better.
MATH 1314 – College Algebra This is a Core course. Must earn A grade of “C" or better.
PREREQUISITE SEMESTER 1 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with your success coach to confirm academic and career goals before the end of the semester.
Total Hours: 10
PREREQUISITE SEMESTER 2
BIOL 2402 – Anatomy and Physiology II This is a Core course. Prior to registration you must earn a grade of “C" or better in BIOL 2401.
SCIT 1420 – Physics for Allied Health PHYS 1401 may be substituted for SCIT 1420
DMSO 1110 – Introduction to Sonography
PREREQUISITE 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: 9
NOTE: The Specialized Imaging Core Curriculum must be completed, and the student must be accepted to the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program before progressing to the DMSO/DSVT courses below.
SEMESTER 1
DMSO 2343 – Advanced Ultrasound Physics
DMSO 1101 – Techniques of Medical Sonography
SEMESTER 1 ACTION ITEMS
Meet with the clinical coordinator regarding placement for the Practicum course.
Total Hours: 4
SEMESTER 2
DMSO 1441 – Abdominopelvic Sonography
DMSO 1355 – Sonographic Pathophysiology
DMSO 1366 – Practicum (or Field Experience)-Diagnostic Medical Sonography
SEMESTER 2 ACTION ITEMS
Meet with the clinical coordinator regarding placement for the Practicum course.
Total Hours: 10
SEMESTER 3
PSYC 2301 – General Psychology This is a Core course.
DMSO 2405 – Sonography of Obstetrics/Gynecology
DMSO 2341 – Sonography of Abdominopelvic Pathology
DMSO 1367 – Practicum (or Field Experience)-Diagnostic Medical Sonography
SEMESTER 3 ACTION ITEMS
Meet with the clinical coordinator regarding placement for the Practicum course.
Total Hours: 13
SEMESTER 4
DMSO 2253 – Sonography of Superficial Structures
DSVT 1200 – Principles of Vascular Technology
DMSO 2366 – Practicum (or Field Experience)-Diagnostic Medical 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: 7
SEMESTER 5
SPCH 1311 – Introduction to Speech Communication* This is a Core course.
HUMANITIES/FINE ARTS ELECTIVE* This is a Core course.
DMSO 2130 – Advanced Ultrasound and Review
DSVT 2200 – Vascular Technology Applications
DSVT 2367 – Practicum (or Field Experience)-Diagnostic Medical Sonography
* There are several options to fulfill this requirement. See the Health Occupations Admissions Office for a specific list.
SEMESTER 5 ACTION ITEMS
- After reviewing your degree plan and program of study, meet with the Health Occupations Admissions Office to apply for the Diagnostic Medical Sonography A.A.S.
- Sign up for commencement.
- Join the Alumni Network!
Total Hours: 12
DALLAS COLLEGE PATHWAY TOTAL: 65 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS