Course Overview

Domain
Health and Social Sciences
Format
Modular Certification Course
Duration
3+ months
Fee Subsidy
Up to 90% SF Funding
Professional Development Units

CPD points (SSR) - Pending approval

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Updated: July 2024

This module has an updated learning pathway that can now be stacked towards the Graduate Certificate in Medical Sonography (GCert MS). The GCert MS is also stackable towards SIT’s Master of Health Sciences.

 

Ultrasound utilises high-frequency waves to generate diagnostic-quality images. This module explores the critical analysis of ultrasound images, focusing on optimising image quality through the application of theoretical understanding in ultrasound physics and instrumentation.

Learners will be familarised with the criteria for diagnostic quality images and acquire strategies to mitigate unwanted imaging artefacts. Additionally, they will develop the ability to identify equipment faults and conduct routine quality assurance checks.

They will also have the opportunity for inter-professional learning during clinical experiences, facilitating the exchange of best practices. This will enhance their skills in recognising image artifacts, optimising image quality, and implementing quality assurance programs. It prepares the learners to become autonomous practitioners capable of safely and competently undertaking advanced practices.

The module offers various learning activities including online lectures, demonstrations, workshops, assignments, and projects to provide a comprehensive learning experience.

Who Should Attend

  • Radiographers practising ultrasound
  • Healthcare professionals involved in ultrasound work
Prerequisites
  • Candidates must have relevant ultrasound related experience (preferably at least 1 year of working experience as an independent sonographer)
  • Candidates must have the required access to a medical ultrasound facility to develop competency in the respective clinical applications. They must be actively engaged in supervised ultrasound clinical practice in the workplace for at least three days (or equivalent) per week. It is the candidate's responsibility to secure a supervised clinical arrangement in the workplace. At the end of the trimester, candidates must satisfy the clinical requirements (ie. compulsory logging the required number of ultrasound examinations in clinical portfolio and pass the clinical skills assessment)
Documents and information you would need to complete this application:

Please upload documents under Online Applications - Supporting Documents section.

  • Employment support letter (Includes applicant's area of work)*
  • Recognised BSc degree in any of the health sciences registrable with the local regulatory bodies*
  • Transcript of highest relevant qualification*
  • Professional certification
  • Answers to the following questions:
    • Your reasons for pursuing the module (100 - 150 words)
    • Why did you select SIT over other academic institutions? (100 - 150 words)
    • What do you hope to achieve at the completion of the module? (100 - 150 words)

Note:
* Mandatory documents

Haja Mydin
"The module was thorough and I learnt how to apply the information for work. I understood better on how to improve my images."
Course Participant
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What You Will Learn

  • Discuss the production and interaction of sound waves with matter
  • Explain the various components and functions of the transducer, the machine controls and its effects on the final image quality
  • Evaluate the criteria of a diagnostic quality image and discuss the various sonographic scanning techniques used in image acquisition and optimisation
  • Explain the principles in tissue characterisation
  • Investigate equipment or transducer faults and perform quality assurance checks for verification
  • Understand the bio-effects and As Low As Reasonable Achievable (ALARA) principle in ultrasound

Teaching Team

Ooi Chin Chin
Ooi Chin Chin

Associate Professor, Health and Social Sciences, Singapore Institute of Technology

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Amarjit Kaur
Amarjit Kaur

Senior Sonographer, Perth Radiological Clinic and Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital, Australia. Associate Faculty, Health and Social Sciences, Singapore Institute of Technology

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Schedule

Week Topics
Week 1

Basic principles of ultrasound physics, ultrasound production
Week 2

Different modes of ultrasound
Week 3

Ultrasound transmission
Reflection on clinical practice, student led discussion, case-based/problem-based learning and lab work
Week 4

Ultrasound beam and resolution
Week 5

Student lead discussion: Case presentation
Assignment / case report on image optimisation techniques
Week 6

Transducer manipulation and tissue characterisation
Week 7

Ultrasound artefacts
Week 8

Image quality assessment
Week 9

Bio-effects, image optimisation
Student directed discussion/group work
Week 10

Quality assurance
Image quality assessment
Receiver Operator Characteristic (ROC) curve
Week 11

Advances in ultrasound imaging: technological advancement and application in clinical practice
Continuous assessment: Viva
Week 12

Quiz

Certificate and Assessment

A Certificate of Attainment will be issued to participants who

  • Attend at least 75% of the module; and
  • Undertake and pass credit-bearing assessment (worth 6 credits) during the module, which can be stacked towards the Graduate Certificate in Medical Sonography

Participants who meet the attendance requirement but do not pass the assessment will receive a Certificate of Participation.

Fee Structure

The full fee for this course is S$4,251.00.

Category After SF Funding
Singapore Citizen (Below 40) S$1,275.30
Singapore Citizen (40 & Above) S$495.30
Singapore PR / LTVP+ Holder S$1,275.30
Non-Singapore Citizen S$4,251.00 (No Funding)


Note: All fees above include GST. GST applies to individuals and Singapore-registered companies.

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Funding
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Learning Pathway

Health and Social Sciences
Medical Sonography
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The Graduate Certificate in Medical Sonography (Modular Certification Pathway) equips sonographers with professional knowledge and advanced skills, enabling them to work as highly proficient ultrasound practitioners.

Stackable towards:

Graduate Certificate in Medical Sonography

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