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B.Sc. Cardiac Technology (CT)

(Allied Health Sciences – SIMSAR)

Department of Cardiac Technology

The Department of Cardiac Technology at Sri Shanmugha Institute of Medical Science & Research (SIMSAR) is dedicated to shaping skilled cardiac technologists who support cardiologists in diagnosing and treating cardiovascular diseases. With the rise in cardiac conditions globally, the department plays a crucial role in producing trained professionals capable of handling sophisticated cardiac diagnostic equipment and managing critical patient care scenarios.

The department offers a blend of strong academic foundations, simulation-based learning, and extensive clinical postings in multispecialty and heart-care hospitals. Students receive comprehensive exposure to ECG, Echo, Stress Testing, Cath Lab procedures, Holter monitoring, cardiac emergencies, and patient assessment techniques.

About The Course

B.Sc. Cardiac Technology is a 4-year undergraduate program designed to train students in diagnosing and monitoring heart-related disorders using advanced cardiac equipment and techniques.

Students learn:

  • Electrocardiography (ECG)
  • Echocardiography (ECHO)
  • Treadmill Test (TMT)
  • Holter Monitoring
  • Basics of Cardiac Anatomy, Physiology & Pathology
  • Cath Lab Procedures
  • Cardiac Emergency Handling
  • Patient Monitoring Systems
  • Cardiac Drugs & Pharmaceutical Basics

The program builds competent cardiac technologists who can work effectively alongside cardiologists in hospitals, ICUs, Cath Labs, and cardiac care centers.

Curriculum Overview

Year 1
Foundational Medical Sciences
  • Human Anatomy
  • Physiology
  • Biochemistry
  • Basics of Cardiovascular System
  • Fundamentals of ECG
  • Patient Care & Medical Ethics
  • Practical: ECG Recording, Basic Monitoring Skills
Year 2
Core Cardiac Techniques
  • Cardiac Pathology
  • Echocardiography – Principles & Procedures
  • TMT (Stress Test) & Holter
  • Stress Echo Test
  • Cardiac Pharmacology
  • Cardiac Diagnostic Equipment
  • Practical: ECHO Basics, TMT Protocols, Rhythm Analysis
Year 3
Advanced Cardiac Technology
  • Advanced Echocardiography
  • Cath Lab Technology
  • Critical Care & Cardiac ICU Management
  • Biomedical Instrumentation (Cardiac)
  • Cardiac Emergencies & Life Support
  • Internship / Clinical Postings
  • Practical: ECHO Reporting, Cath Lab Assistance, ICU Monitoring
Internship
Compulsory Internship
  • Students gain real clinical exposure in:
  • Cardiology OPD
  • Cardiac ICUs
  • Cath Labs
  • Super-speciality cardiac hospitals
  • Emergency cardiac units
  • Diagnostic cardiac centers

This clinical training ensures graduates become confident and competent technologists.

Career Scopes

B.Sc. Cardiac Technology graduates have excellent opportunities in both government and private healthcare sectors, as cardiac care is one of the fastest-growing medical fields.

Career Roles
  • Cardiac Technologist
  • Cardiac Care Technician
  • Echo Technologist
  • Cath Lab Technologist
  • ECG / TMT / Holter Technician
  • Cardiac ICU Technologist
  • Clinical Application Specialist (Medical Companies)
Employment Sectors
  • Heart care centers
  • Multi-specialty hospitals
  • Cardiac-speciality hospitals
  • Diagnostic centers
  • Government hospitals
  • Emergency & trauma care units
  • Research centres in cardiology

Cardiac technologists have high international demand due to the global increase in heart diseases.

Top Countries Hiring

  • USA
  • UK
  • Germany
  • Australia
  • Canada
  • Middle East Nations (UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait)

Why the Demand is Strong

  • Rapid rise in lifestyle-related heart illnesses
  • Increased need for advanced cardiac diagnostics
  • Shortage of trained professionals in developed countries
  • Attractive salary packages and career growth

Pathways Abroad

  • International cardiac technology certifications
  • Advanced Diplomas in ECHO, Cath Lab & Cardiac Imaging
  • Skilled migration programs
  • Job roles in hospitals, heart institutes, and medical equipment companies

Labs & Facilities

The OT & Anaesthesia Lab is a high-fidelity simulation environment that replicates surgical theatre conditions. Students practice sterile techniques, equipment handling, and anaesthesia support procedures.

Key Facilities

  • Operation Theatre Table & Lights
  • Anaesthesia Machines & Ventilator Units
  • Patient Monitoring Systems
  • Surgical Instruments & Trolleys
  • Airway Management Manikins
  • Sterilization & CSSD Demonstration Units
  • Simulation setup for emergency procedures

Practical Training Includes

  • OT setup & instrument preparation
  • Sterilization & aseptic techniques
  • Anaesthesia administration assistance
  • Patient positioning methods
  • Intra-operative & post-operative care
  • Equipment troubleshooting & safety

This lab builds confidence and precision for real-time OT and critical care environments.