Course Evaluation Measures
Course number: DMS 121
Course title: Abdominal Sonography I
Campus location(s): Wilmington
Core Course Performance Objectives
1. Integrate previous knowledge of anatomy and physiology to examine the cross-sectional anatomy of the abdominal viscera. (CCC 1, 2, 5, 6; PGC 4)
2. Implement the principles of scanning techniques in examining the abdominal viscera. (CCC 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6; PGC 1-4)
3. Integrate previous knowledge of anatomy and physiology to sonographically identify normal anatomy and the physiology of the abdominal vasculature. (CCC 1, 2, 5, 6; PGC 4)
4. Integrate previous knowledge of anatomy and physiology to sonographically identify and document the pathology and pathophysiology of the abdominal viscera. (CCC 1, 2, 5, 6; PGC 1, 2, 3, 4)
5. Discuss the laboratory testing associated with the abdominal viscera. (CCC 1, 2, 6; PGC 2, 3, 4)
6. Explain and document the preparation that should precede a sonographic examination of the abdominal viscera. (CCC 1, 2, 5, 6; PGC 2, 3, 4)
7. Perform basic abdominal imaging views using examination equipment and techniques. (CCC 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6; PGC 1-4)
Summative Evaluations
Please note: All courses must have a minimum of four summative evaluation measures, and those measures should include a variety evaluation methods (e.g., test, oral presentation, group project). Please list all summative evaluation measures. In addition to these summative measures, a variety of formative exercises/quizzes/other assignments should be used to guide instruction and learning but do not need to be included on this template.
For each measure, please include a scope of the assignment: for example, if requiring a research paper, include the range of required number of words and numbers and types of sources; for a test, include the types and numbers of questions; for a presentation, include the minimum and maximum time, and so on.
Evaluation Measures: Include each agreed upon measure and scope of that measure (see above). / Which CCPO(s) does this evaluation measure?Tests (40 Multiple Choice, 20 fill-in questions: anatomy, physiology, pathology, sonographic presentation of normal and abnormal) / 1,2,3,4,5,6,
Mid Term Exam
(80 Multiple Choice , 30 fill-in questions:
(anatomy, physiology, pathology, sonographic presentation of normal and abnormal) / 1,2,3,4,5,6
Competency (1) hands-on ultrasound imaging of: Pancreas, Aorta, Liver, / 1,2,3,4,7
Competency (2) hands-on ultrasound imaging of: Spleen, Lt. Kidney / 1,2,3,4,7
Final Exam
(100 Multiple Choice , 35 fill-in questions: (anatomy, physiology, pathology, sonographic presentation of normal and abnormal) / 1,2,3,4,5,6
FINAL COURSE GRADE
(Calculated using the following weighted average)
Evaluation Measure / Percentage of final grade7 Tests ( 4.3% each) / 30%
Mid-term exam / 20%
2 Competencies (15% each) / 30%
Final Exam / 20%
TOTAL / 100%
LIST RELEVANT COURSE POLICIES (e.g., makeup policies for evaluation measures and learning experiences agreed upon college-wide)
All the DMS and CVS courses follow Wilmington campus Sonography Program Student Manual policies.
RETEST AND MAKE-UP EXAM POLICY
RETEST POLICY
The Program Retest Policy will comply with the procedures outlined in the Allied Health/Science Department Student Policy Manual.
In order to provide students with reasonable opportunities for successful completion of the Program, the following retest policy applies to students who have received an “F” in a technical course or a laboratory competency:
A. At the end of a program major course, when the student obtained a grade of “F” for the course or a lab competency, the student may be permitted to retest. This is at the discretion of the instructor and will only occur if doing so gives the student the potential to pass the course. If the student passes the retest, a grade of 75 will be awarded for the retest. It will be weighted according to the course evaluation mechanism described in the Instructor course outline.
B. Instructors will notify the Program Coordinator of any retests administered. This information is maintained by the Program Coordinator in a secured location.
C. The following six restrictions apply:
1. Only two opportunities to retest will be permitted during a student’s tenure in the program curriculum. Instructors will notify the Program Coordinator prior to administering a retest to verify eligibility. All information pertaining to the student’s retest history will be in the Program Coordinator’s files, and available for student review.
2. Only one retest in one course component will be permitted per semester regardless of the number of courses taken that semester.
3. This policy is in place to assist a student with one difficult day of testing, therefore no long-term and/or scheduled semester projects, group or take-home activities are included.
4. Only program major courses are included in this policy.
5. No opportunities to retest will be permitted when academic dishonesty occurs.
6. No opportunities to retest will be permitted when an “F” is the result of final grade point deductions due to absences, tardiness and/or other behaviors that cannot be evaluated using the retest format.
MAKE-UP EXAM POLICY
In the event that a student misses a written test/exam, or a lab competency, a make-up exam will be given with the following restrictions:
1. Only one make-up will be granted per semester. Second occurrence will fall under the Re-Test Policy.
2. Make-up exam will not be the same exam as those given during regularly scheduled class time.
3. The student must contact the instructor immediately upon return from absence prior to next scheduled class time, in order to schedule the make-up exam.
4. If illness should occur, a doctor’s note must be provided.
Pre-arranged test/exam or laboratory competency will need to be approved by the course instructor and program coordinator. An Academic Honesty Statement form must be signed by the student.
(Electronic Signature Permitted)
Submitted by (Collegewide Lead): _____ Lily Lee ______Date ___12/1/2015______
Approved by counterparts Date ______
Reviewed by Curriculum Committee Date ______