Aug 06, 2026  
2025-2026 LCC College Catalog 
  
2025-2026 LCC College Catalog
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IDMS 170 - Intro to Ultrasound Knobology


2 Credit Hour(s) / 3 Billing Hour(s)
In this course students will learn how to safely operate ultrasound equipment, perform routine machine maintenance, and operate equipment knobology as it relates to image optimization. Scanning, and sonographic positioning and technique, will be explored. Students will learn to use appropriate ergonomics while performing an exam in order to minimize and/or prevent work-related musculoskeletal disorders.

Semesters Offered: Summer
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program is required
Placement Scores: Reading Level 5 and Writing Level 6
Corequisite(s): IDMS 200  and IDMS 270  
Course Note: $127 of the course fee is for medical supplies and is non-refundable



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