Bachelor of Preclinical Foundations of Imaging Science

Edith Cowan University (ECU)

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00279B

A sonographer is a highly skilled medical imaging professional who operates an ultrasound machine to perform diagnostic medical sonographic examinations. The demand for ultrasound as a first line investigation has increased across all care settings, creating a shortage of sonographers in Australia. In this course, youll acquire knowledge and skills in applied anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology, application and operation of ultrasound imaging systems, ultrasound image recognition and comprehension, patient assessment, and more.

Structure

Total Credit Points 360

Subjects

  • MHS1101 Anatomy and Physiology 1
  • SON1101 Sectional Anatomy and Comparative Imaging 1
  • SON1102 Introduction to Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound
  • HST2124 Health Communication
  • MHS1102 Anatomy and Physiology 2
  • SON1201 Sectional Anatomy and Comparative Imaging 2
  • SCH1104 Introduction to Pathophysiology
  • SCP1134 Foundations of Physics
  • SCH3434 Human Reproduction, Development and Ageing
  • SON2101 Ultrasound Physics and Instruments
  • SON2102 Ultrasound Superficial Structures and Small Parts
  • SON2103 Renal and Pelvic Ultrasound
  • SON2201 Upper Abdominal Ultrasound
  • SON2202 Gynaecology and First Trimester Ultrasound
  • IAS3100 Indigenous Health
  • SON3101 Vascular Doppler Ultrasound
  • SON3102 Ultrasound of the Musculoskeletal System
  • SON3103 Introductory Sonography Clinical Placement
  • SON3201 Second and third trimester obstetric ultrasound
  • MMS3112 Safety and Quality in Healthcare
  • SON3202 Intermediate Sonography Clinical Placement

Standard entry requirements

  • AQF Diploma or equivalent
  • Undergraduate Certificate
  • Successfully completed 0.5 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent)
  • Special Tertiary Admissions Test
  • University Preparation Course
  • Indigenous University Orientation Course or
  • Aboriginal University Readiness Assessment.

Study information

CampusFeesMid year intakeAttendance
Joondalup International: $123,900 No
  • Full-time : 3 years
  • Part-time : 5 years

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