Powered 24/7 Teaching Assistant for Sonographic Physics Mastery

The DMS104 AI Teaching Assistant is a custom-designed, course-aligned virtual tutor developed to support student success in Introduction to Sonographic Instrumentation. Built using structured prompt engineering and aligned with course objectives, the AI functions as a 24/7 learning companion that reinforces conceptual understanding without providing direct answers. Instead, it guides students through scaffolded questioning, real-world analogies, and formative self-assessment strategies. The tool supports mastery of complex physics concepts while maintaining academic integrity by preventing answer disclosure. It also integrates course policies and expectations, ensuring consistent messaging across instruction. This innovation addresses common barriers in sonographic physics—such as cognitive overload and limited access to real-time support—while promoting critical thinking, persistence, and independent learning. Early student feedback reflects increased confidence, improved study habits, and deeper engagement with course material.

Innovator

• Stephen Geiersbach, Associate Professor, Diagnostic Medical Sonography