Degree Map: Diagnostic Medical Sonography AAS

This degree map provides the semester-by-semester course sequencing a full-time student will follow to complete this degree.  To earn the Associate in Applied Science degree, you must achieve a grade point average of 2.5 as a minimum on all coursework required for the degree.

Note the Milestones below each semester.  Milestones are reminders of actions you should take during that semester to help keep you on track for degree completion. 

Prerequisites

Milestones

• Check the academic calendar for important dates and deadlines impacting classes and financial aid.
• To maintain financial aid eligibility, a student must maintain a cumulative GPA of 1.70 during the first 30 credit hours attempted and complete 67% of the courses attempted.  Review your Financial Aid Dashboard or visit the Financial Aid Office to determine your financial aid status.  A 2.5 overall GPA is required for admission to the program.
• Download MS Office from MyTCC.
• Form a study group, join a student organization, or volunteer at a community service site.
• Visit the writing, math and science, or technology learning centers for free individual tutoring support services.
• Meet with an academic advisor or assigned department faculty advisor before enrolling for the next semester.

First Semester (Fall)

Milestones

• Check the academic calendar for important dates and deadlines impacting classes and financial aid.
• To maintain financial aid eligibility, a student must maintain a cumulative GPA of 1.70 during the first 30 credit hours attempted and complete 67% of the courses attempted.  Review your Financial Aid Dashboard or visit the Financial Aid Office to determine your financial aid status.  Students must maintain a 2.5 overall GPA to progress in the program.
• All DMS course work and scan competencies must be passed with a 75% or better to progress in the program.
• All DMS lab competencies must be passed with a “C” or better.
• All risk management requirements must be completed in preparation for the clinical setting (CPR, vaccinations, flu shot, TB test, etc.) including clearance on background check and negative drug screen.
• Meet with an academic advisor or assigned department faculty advisor one time each semester, or as needed.

Second Semester (Spring)

Milestones

• Check the academic calendar for important dates and deadlines impacting classes and financial aid.
• To maintain financial aid eligibility, a student must maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 if 31 or more hours have been attempted and complete 67% of the courses attempted.  Review your Financial Aid Dashboard or visit the Financial Aid Office to determine your financial aid status.  Students must maintain a 2.5 overall GPA to progress in the program.
• All DMS course work and scan competencies must be passed with a 75% or better to progress in the program.
• All DMS lab competencies must be passed with a “C” or better.
• Meet with an academic advisor or assigned department faculty advisor one time each semester, or as needed.
• At the successful completion of this semester, students are required to take their SPI (Sonography Physics and Instrumentation) exam with ARDMS (American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers).

Third Semester (Summer)

Milestones

• Check the academic calendar for important dates and deadlines impacting classes and financial aid.
• To maintain financial aid eligibility, a student must maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 if 31 or more hours have been attempted and complete 67% of the courses attempted.  Review your Financial Aid Dashboard or visit the Financial Aid Office to determine your financial aid status. Students must maintain a 2.5 overall GPA to progress in the program.
• All DMS course work and scan competencies must be passed with a 75% or better to progress in the program.
• All DMS lab competencies must be passed with a “C” or better.
• Meet with an academic advisor or assigned department faculty advisor one time each semester, or as needed.

Fourth Semester (Fall)

Milestones

• Check the academic calendar for important dates and deadlines impacting classes and financial aid.
• To maintain financial aid eligibility, a student must maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 if 31 or more hours have been attempted and complete 67% of the courses attempted.  Review your Financial Aid Dashboard or visit the Financial Aid Office to determine your financial aid status. Students must maintain a 2.5 overall GPA to progress in the program.
• All DMS course work and scan competencies must be passed with a 75% or better to progress in the program.
• All DMS lab competencies must be passed with a “C” or better.
• Meet with an academic advisor for a graduation check. Meet with assigned department faculty advisor as needed.

Fifth Semester (Spring)

Milestones

• Check the academic calendar for important dates and deadlines impacting classes and financial aid.
• To maintain financial aid eligibility, a student must maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 if 31 or more hours have been attempted and complete 67% of the courses attempted.  Review your Financial Aid Dashboard or visit the Financial Aid Office to determine your financial aid status. Students must maintain a 2.5 overall GPA to graduate in the program.
• All DMS course work and scan competencies must be passed with a 75% or better.
• All DMS lab competencies must be passed with a “C” or better.
• Meet with an academic advisor to file for graduation.
• It is recommended that students apply to sit for ARDMS Speciality Exam(s).