Diploma in Ultrasound sonography technician

Diploma in Ultrasound sonography technician

๐Ÿ“˜ Diploma in Ultrasound Sonography Technician – 2-Year Syllabus 

๐Ÿงฌ Year 1 – Foundation and Basics

  1. Human Anatomy

    • Introduction to human body systems

    • Skeletal, muscular, circulatory, respiratory, and nervous systems

    • Abdominal and pelvic organs

    • Surface anatomy for ultrasound

  2. Physiology

    • Cell structure and function

    • Blood and circulatory system

    • Digestive, respiratory, urinary, and reproductive systems

    • Endocrine system basics

  3. Pathology (Basics)

    • General pathology

    • Inflammation, infection, and tumors

    • Introduction to common diseases visualized via ultrasound

  4. Basics of Radiology & Imaging Techniques

    • Introduction to diagnostic imaging

    • X-rays, CT, MRI vs. Ultrasound – comparisons

    • Safety protocols and radiation awareness

  5. Introduction to Ultrasound Technology

    • History and development

    • Types of ultrasound: 2D, 3D, Doppler

    • Basic scanning techniques

    • Orientation and image planes

  6. Ultrasound Physics

    • Sound waves and acoustic principles

    • Transducers and probe types

    • Image formation

    • Artifacts in ultrasound

  7. Medical Terminology

    • Medical vocabulary

    • Abbreviations and symbols

    • Report writing basics


๐Ÿงช Year 2 – Advanced Applications & Clinical Training

  1. Obstetric and Gynecological Ultrasound

    • Fetal development and measurements

    • Placenta, amniotic fluid, and uterus imaging

    • Gynecological organs and pathology

  2. Abdominal Ultrasound

    • Liver, gallbladder, pancreas, kidneys, spleen

    • Gastrointestinal tract basics

    • Identifying cysts, tumors, stones

  3. Small Parts Sonography

    • Thyroid, scrotum, prostate, breast

    • Superficial structures

    • Lymph nodes

  4. Musculoskeletal Ultrasound (MSK)

    • Joints and tendons

    • Sports injuries

    • Soft tissue assessment

  5. Vascular & Doppler Imaging

    • Blood flow evaluation

    • Arterial and venous scans

    • Deep vein thrombosis, carotid artery exams

  6. Patient Care & Medical Ethics

    • Positioning and communication with patients

    • Infection control

    • Ethical handling of patient data

  7. Clinical Training / Internship

    • Hands-on ultrasound scanning in hospitals/clinics

    • Real-time patient interaction

    • Case study submissions

    • Supervised diagnostic reporting


๐Ÿ“‘ Final Assessment

  • Practical Exam: Scanning skills, machine handling, patient care

  • Written Exam: Core subjects

  • Viva / Oral Exam: Image interpretation, diagnosis discussion

  • Project/Case File Submission

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