- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
This course introduces the learner to the methodology of non-invasive cardiology diagnostic testing. The primary focus is on electrocardiography, ambulatory ECG monitoring, exercise stress testing and special procedures. Students will learn the fundamental principles behind the most commonly performed non-invasive diagnostic tests from the perspective of the cardiology technologist.
Credits
3.0
Domestic fees
$696.38
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Describe lead theory.
- Identify instruments’ components and function for electrocardiograms and ambulatory monitoring tests.
- Identify and describe techniques required for patients with special considerations
- Identify and troubleshoot common artifacts
- Describe the procedures for performing an accurate electrocardiogram and ambulatory ECG
- Identify contraindications to performing various non-invasive cardiac diagnostic tests
- Describe basic cardiac equipment maintenance
- Describe proper sterilization and decontamination techniques with respect to equipment and patient safety
- Integrate research to current cardiology practices.
Effective as of Winter 2022
Related Programs
Cardiology Diagnostic Testing Methodology (CARD 2202) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
- Indicates programs with a co-op option.
School of Health Sciences
- Cardiology Technology
Diploma Part-time
Course Offerings
Fall 2024
Below is one offering of CARD 2202 for the Fall 2024 term.
CRN 31926
Dates
Tue Sep 03 - Fri Nov 22
- 12 weeks
- CRN 31926
- Domestic fees $696.38
Status
In Progress
This course offering is in progress. Please check this page for other currently available offerings or subscribe to receive email updates.
Class meeting times
Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
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Sep 03 - Nov 22 | N/A | N/A | Distance |
Instructor
Lucy Marchiori
Course outline
Important information
- Guided learning format.
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This online Learning Hub course is for students in the Cardiology Diploma program. Students are responsible for ensuring prerequisite courses are completed PRIOR to registration. See course description for a list of individual prerequisites. IMPORTANT NOTE: Registration is available on an individual course basis for those who wish to take continuing education credits (Max 3 courses). Registration does not imply admission to the program. This course may be subject to cancellation if registration numbers are low.
Winter 2025
Below is one offering of CARD 2202 for the Winter 2025 term.
CRN 41394
Dates
Mon Jan 06 - Fri Mar 28
- 12 weeks
- CRN 41394
- Domestic fees $696.38
Status
Seats Available
This course offering has seats available.
Class meeting times
Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
---|---|---|---|
Jan 06 - Mar 28 | N/A | N/A | Distance |
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Guided learning format.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This online Learning Hub course is for students in the Cardiology Diploma program. Students are responsible for ensuring prerequisite courses are completed PRIOR to registration. See course description for a list of individual prerequisites. IMPORTANT NOTE: Registration is available on an individual course basis for those who wish to take continuing education credits (Max 3 courses). Registration does not imply admission to the program. This course may be subject to cancellation if registration numbers are low.
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.