CVT 117: Hemodynamics: Principles & Application

Subject
Cardiovascular Technology
Credits 4 Lab Hours 20 Lecture Hours 30
Instructional Mode
Hybrid

Introduces hemodynamic monitoring through hands-on simulation of invasive cardiovascular procedures. Emphasizes understanding normal and pathological blood flow, pressures, and cardiac output, with hands-on practice in reading and interpreting waveform data.

Outcomes
  • Define hemodynamic principles and their role in cardiovascular care.
  • Interpret hemodynamic waveforms and data to identify normal and pathological trends.
  • Correlate hemodynamic findings with specific cardiac conditions.
  • Apply hemodynamic data to simulate clinical case scenarios.
  • Demonstrate decision making in cardiovascular contexts using monitoring data.
Prerequisites

CVT 102

Distribution
Professional Education
Campus
Downtown
Area of Study
Career Education