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MIG-124F Full-Time Medical Radiography Clinical I 2 Credits
This course introduces students to the hospital and its radiology department. The course
centers activities on observation and assisting with various basic radiographic procedures.
Students begin to develop competency in the performance of radiographic examinations
of the chest, abdomen, and upper extremities. Additional expenses may include supplies,
equipment, online tracking software, and/or uniforms. Course meets two (2) days/week with
16 hours of clinical practice weekly.
MIG-124P Part-Time Medical Radiography Clinical I 1 Credit
This course introduces students to the hospital and its radiology department. The course
centers activities on observation and assisting with various basic radiographic procedures.
Students begin to develop competency in the performance of radiographic examinations
of the chest, abdomen, and upper extremities. Additional expenses may include supplies,
equipment, online clinical tracking software, and/or uniforms. Course meets two (2)
evenings/week with 8 hours of clinical practice weekly.
MIG-126 Positioning II 3 Credits
Using lecture and lab sessions, this course helps students achieve competency in the
performance of radiographic examinations of the vertebral column and pelvic girdle. In
addition, students study the principle of contrast agent administration in conjunction with
radiographic examination of the urinary system, upper and lower gastrointestinal tract
and gall bladder. Prerequisite: Positioning I (MIG122). Co-requisite: Full Time Medical
Radiography Clinical II (MIG128F) or Part Time Medical Radiography Clinical II (MIG128P).
MIG-128F Full-Time Medical Radiography II 2 Credits
This course covers a continuation of the clinical experience. Students assist in and observe
an increasing number of different radiographic examinations as studied in Positioning I
(MIG122). Additional expenses may include supplies, equipment and/or uniforms. Course
meets two (2) days/week, with 16 hours of clinical practice weekly. Prerequisite: Full-Time
Medical Radiography Clinical I (MIG124F).
MIG-128P Part-Time Medical Radiography Clinical II 1 Credit
This course covers a continuation of the clinical experience. Students assist in and observe
an increasing number of different radiographic examinations as studied in Positioning I
(MIG122). Additional expenses may include supplies, equipment and/or uniforms. Course
meets two (2) evenings/week with 8 hours of clinical practice weekly. Prerequisite: Part-Time
Medical Radiography Clinical I (MIG124P).
MIG-161 Intro to Diagnostic Imaging and PACs 3 Credits
Designed for students with previous experience in Medical Imaging or Computer Science
who wish to pursue a career in PAC”s administration, this course introduces the students to
the history of medical imaging with a focus on state-of-the-art diagnostic imaging, the DICOM
standard, and the clinical relevance of PACs to the members of the Radiology Department,
referring physicians, the overall delivery of healthcare. For additional information and/or
syllabus contact CITDepartment@bhcc.mass.edu. Prerequisite: Admission to PACs certi�cate
program.
MIG-201 Echo III 4 Credits
This continuation course of Echo I and II covers advanced cardiac interpretation and echo
features of coronary artery disease and valvular heart disease. Students discuss a basic
overview of pediatric echo and congenital heart disease. The course reviews related echo
material before placement in the clinical sites. Prerequisite: Echo II (MIG119).
Medical Imaging
MIG-203 Interpretation II 3 Credits
This continuation course of Interpretation I covers an integrated approach to the
echocardiography technique. Students review the Mayo Clinic tapes and discuss the
development of skills necessary to exercise independent judgment and discretion in the
performance of echocardiographic examinations. Students review and critique weekly case
studies. The class uses group demonstrations to highlight the patient/sonographer/physician
interactions. Students learn pathologic processes in order to build on their knowledge base
in the interpretation of normal and abnormal echo features. Prerequisite: Interpretation I
(MIG115).
MIG-205 Vascular Ultrasound 3 Credits
This course covers an introduction to the fundamentals of vascular ultrasound. It includes
hemodynamic, Doppler spectral analysis, and duplex visualization of the cerebrovascular
system. It also covers carotid, venous, and transcranial Doppler techniques. Prerequisite:
Echo II (MIG119) for Cardiac Sonography Option. Co-requisite: General Sonography Clinical
II (SON123) for General Sonography Option.
MIG-207 Ultrasound Physics & Instrumentation
for the Cardiac Sonographer 2 Credits
This course is a continuation of Ultrasound for the Cardiac Sonographer Physics and
Instrumentation and is designed for the cardiac sonography student to integrate their
knowledge of ultrasound physics and instrumentation with clinical practice of actually
producing a high quality diagnostic image. Image quality will be stressed throughout this
course through the use of hands-on applications in the ultrasound lab. Additional topics
discussed will include: Spectral display, image artifacts, bioeffects and safety as well as
discussions relating to 3D ultrasound and contrast agents. Prerequisite: Ultrasound Physics
and Instrumentation (MIG105) and Echo II (MIG119).
MIG-211 Cardiac Sonography Clinical I 3 Credits
This course covers the development of students’ skills in the performance of echocardiograms
at the clinical sites. Under supervision of their clinical instructor and the BHCC clinical
coordinator, students gain knowledge through scanning patients in the clinical setting.
Students’ performances are evaluated through clinical competencies in each related echo
area. Additional expenses may include supplies, equipment, and/or uniforms. Course meets:
three (3) days/week. Prerequisite: Echo II (MIG119). Co-requisite: Echo III (MIG201).
MIG-213 Cardiac Sonography Clinical II 4 Credits
This course covers a continuation of clinical practical experience in echocardiography
andfurther re�nes students” skill in the performance of echocardiograms. Under supervision of
their clinical instructor and the BHCC clinical coordinator, students enhance their interpretive
skills and continue hands-on experience at the clinical sites. Students” performances are
evaluated through clinical competencies in each related echo area. Additional expenses
may include supplies, equipment, and/or uniforms. Course meets: four (4) days/week.
Prerequisite: Medical Radiography Clinical I (MIG211). Co-requisite: Echo IV (MIG215).
MIG-215 Echo IV/Interpretation 4 Credits
This course covers a continuation of Echo I, II, and III, and deals with advanced echo
technique and interpretation. The course covers related procedures such as angio, thallium,
muga studies, EKG, and coronary artery sonography. Students compile a folder of exams,
videos, and related medical �ndings to present in class. The class focuses on helping students
coordinate the multi-facets of an examination including the interpersonal relationships and
professional or ethical situations that may arise. Prerequisite: Interpretation II (MIG203).
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