The basic sonography course concludes with a practical examination in tOSCE format. In this format, you will be assessed using standardized digital exam papers.

The exam consists of several components:

1. The first task tests the setting of a specific organ or conduction pathway. You have to document relevant measurements and interpret them based on further questions. In addition, their technique (handling of the device) and the doctor-patient relationship are observed and evaluated.
2. In the second step, freehand drawings and labeling of two standard planes are carried out from memory.

You will have 5 minutes for each part of the examination. You will be tested in groups of 7 - 3 sounds, 3 lying as a model, 1 drawing. Here you rotate seven times. The exam lasts approx. 60 minutes in groups of three (6 practical stations and 1 drawing station, each lasting 7 minutes including feedback).

Note: Due to the current CoViD-19 situation, the examinations will be held in modified form in groups of two.

The exam is considered passed if the score achieved, including the collected antestat points, is at least 60% of the total achievable score.

Course participants who have not exceeded the maximum absence rate of one absence (OSCEs and small group appointments) are admitted to the examination.  Exceptions in the case of CoViD-19-related absences can be clarified in discussion.

Overview of the maximum achievable points (from winter semester 2019/20):

Grade distribution: