Invasive Cardiovascular Technology (ICAV) — study plan

King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences College of Applied Medical Sciences

Credit hours: 140
Levels: 12
Courses: 55
Degree: bachelor

The Invasive Cardiovascular Technology (ICAV) study plan at King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences is an accredited bachelor programme spanning about 6 years (12 academic levels), requiring 140 credit hours across 55 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.

Year 1 - Semester 1 (Pre-Professional) 12 credits

Code	Course	Credits
ENGL 101	English Communication Skills	3
ENGL 102	English Grammar I	3
ENGL 103	English Reading & Writing	2
ARBC 101	Arabic Language Skills I	2
ISLM 101	Islamic Culture	2

Year 1 - Semester 2 (Pre-Professional) 12 credits

Code	Course	Credits
ENGL 111	English Academic Writing for Health Sciences I	4
ENGL 112	English Grammar II	2
CHEM 111	Chemistry for Health Sciences I	2
PHYS 111	Physics for Health Sciences I	2
ARBC 102	Arabic Language Skills II	2

Year 1 - Semester 3 (Pre-Professional) 12 credits

Code	Course	Credits
ENGL 113	English Academic Writing for Health Sciences II	4
ENGL 114	English Grammar III	2
CHEM 112	Chemistry for Health Sciences II	2
PHYS 112	Physics for Health Sciences II	2
BIOL 111	Biology for Health Sciences	2

Year 2 - Semester 1 (Pre-Professional) 13 credits

Code	Course	Credits
ENGL 211	English Academic Writing for Health Sciences III	3
BIOS 211	Biostatistics	2
TERM 211	Medical Terminology	2
BCHM 211	Basic Biochemistry for Health Sciences	3
IMMC 214	Microbiology & Immunology for Applied Medical Sciences	2
RESC 211	Research Skills	1

Year 2 - Semester 2 (Pre-Professional) 12 credits

Code	Course	Credits
BCHM 216	Advanced Biochemistry for Applied Medical Sciences	2
COMP 211	Computer Science & Health Informatics	3
ANAT 214	Anatomy for Applied Medical Sciences	3
PHYG 214	Physiology for Applied Medical Sciences	2
BEHS 211	Behavioral Science	2

Year 2 - Semester 3 (Pre-Professional) 11 credits

Code	Course	Credits
AHPE 211	Applied Health Professions Education	2
PHRM 214	Pharmacology for Applied Medical Sciences	3
PAMG 214	Pathology and Molecular Genetics for Applied Medical Sciences	3
ICAV 201	Introduction to Invasive Cardiovascular Technology	2
ETHC 211	Ethics for Health Care Profession	1

Year 3 - Semester 1 (Professional) 11 credits

Code	Course	Credits
ICAV 301	Anatomy for Invasive Cardiovascular Technology	3
ICAV 302	Physiology for Invasive Cardiovascular Technology	3
ICAV 311	Basic Electrophysiology	2
ICAV 303	Principles of Cardiac Pathology	3

Year 3 - Semester 2 (Professional) 13 credits

Code	Course	Credits
ICAV 304	Pharmacology for Invasive Cardiovascular Technology	3
ICAV 312	Principles of Invasive Cardiology	3
ICAV 313	Cardiovascular Hemodynamics	3
ICAV 305	Patient Care Skills	2
CAMS 301	Research Methodology I	2

Year 3 - Semester 3 (Professional) 10 credits

Code	Course	Credits
ICAV 314	Clinical Observation	3
ICAV 315	Coronary Anatomy and Imaging	2
ICAV 316	Invasive Cardiac Instrumentation	3
ICAV 306	Radiation Safety	2

Year 4 - Semester 1 (Professional) 11 credits

Code	Course	Credits
ICAV 411	Adult Invasive Cardiology	4
ICAV 401	Infection Control	2
ICAV 402	Congenital Heart Disease	2
ICAV 412	Cardiac Catheterization Seminar	3

Year 4 - Semester 2 (Professional) 11 credits

Code	Course	Credits
ICAV 413	Pediatric Invasive Cardiology	3
ICAV 403	Clinical Practicum I	4
ICAV 414	Advanced Skills of Invasive Cardiology	4

Year 4 - Semester 3 (Professional) 12 credits

Code	Course	Credits
ICAV 415	Advanced Cardiac Electrophysiology	3
ICAV 404	Quality and Professional Development	2
ICAV 416	Clinical Practicum II	5
CAMS 412	Research Methodology II	2

This plan is transcribed from the university's official source. Always confirm the plan approved for your own cohort before registering. Official source

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Frequently asked questions about Invasive Cardiovascular Technology (ICAV)

How many credit hours is Invasive Cardiovascular Technology (ICAV) at King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences?

Invasive Cardiovascular Technology (ICAV) at King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences requires completing 140 credit hours to graduate, spread across 55 courses.

How many years is Invasive Cardiovascular Technology (ICAV) at King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences?

The study plan for Invasive Cardiovascular Technology (ICAV) spans about 6 years (12 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.

What degree does Invasive Cardiovascular Technology (ICAV) award?

Invasive Cardiovascular Technology (ICAV) at King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences awards a Bachelor's degree after completing 140 credit hours.