Certificate
Diagnostic Ultrasound Machine Service Technician
A 15-credit certificate covering ultrasound system service: acoustic physics and piezoelectric transducers, array beamforming and Doppler modes, front-end electronics and board-level repair, probe element failure diagnosis, image-quality and artifact troubleshooting, thermal and mechanical index safety, and phantom-based quality control. The last two courses cover advanced troubleshooting and diagnostics, then inspection, regulations and compliance.
Outcomes
What you will be able to do
- 01Explain transducer construction, beamforming, and Doppler operation
- 02Diagnose probe element and cable failures
- 03Isolate image-quality faults between probe, front end, and processing
- 04Apply acoustic output safety limits and disinfection practice
- 05Run phantom-based QC and document results
Careers
Where graduates work
- Ultrasound field service engineer
- Probe repair technician
- Imaging service technician
Curriculum
Term 2
Ultrasound Electronics, Probes & Image Quality Troubleshooting
Front-end electronics, probe faults and element testing, artifacts, image-quality diagnosis and board-level service.
Acoustic Output Safety, QC & Field Service
Thermal and mechanical indices, phantom-based QC, probe disinfection, PM, documentation, and exam review.
Term 3
Advanced Troubleshooting and Board-Level Diagnostics
This advanced course focuses on systematic fault isolation and board-level repair techniques for diagnostic ultrasound systems. Students will master schematic reading, signal tracing, and practical troubleshooting methodologies.
Inspection, Regulations and Compliance
This course provides essential knowledge for diagnostic ultrasound system service technicians regarding regulatory compliance and safety standards. Students will learn to ensure systems meet national codes, safety requirements, and operational readiness for inspections.
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