SURG

Classes

SURG1110 : Surgical Technology Lab I

This laboratory course is designed to provide for the practical application of theoretical concepts, patient safety standards, and aseptic principles outlined in SURG1310: Surgical Technology Theory I. Perioperative applied skills performed in the assistant circulator role are highlighted with an emphasis on industry best practices and the application of critical thinking skills.

Credit Hours

1

Corequisites

SURG1310

SURG1120 : Surgical Technology Lab II

This laboratory course is designed to provide for the practical application of theoretical concepts, patient safety standards, and aseptic principles outlined in SURG1320: Surgical Technology Theory II. Perioperative applied skills performed in the scrub role are highlighted with an emphasis on industry best practices and the application of critical thinking skills. Patient vital signs and microscope use are also included.

Credit Hours

1

Prerequisites

SURG1110, SURG1310.

Corequisites

SURG1320

SURG1130 : Surgical Technology Lab III

This laboratory course is designed to provide for the practical application of theoretical concepts, patient safety standards, and aseptic principles outlined in SURG1330: Surgical Technology Theory III. Perioperative applied skills performed in the scrub role are highlighted with an emphasis on industry best practices and the application of critical thinking skills. Handling, passing, and assembly of specialty surgical instrumentation, equipment, and supplies is included.

Credit Hours

1

Prerequisites

SURG1140, SURG1340;

Corequisites

SURG1330

SURG1140 : Surgical Technology Lab IV

This laboratory course is designed to provide for the practical application of theoretical concepts, patient safety standards, and aseptic principles outlined in SURG1340: Surgical Technology Theory IV. Perioperative applied skills performed in the scrub role are highlighted with an emphasis on industry best practices and the application of critical thinking skills. Intraoperative and postoperative case management skills are further emphasized.

Credit Hours

1

Prerequisites

SURG1120, SURG1320;

Corequisites

SURG1340

SURG1150 : Surgical Technology Lab V

This laboratory course is designed to provide for the practical application of theoretical concepts, patient safety standards, and aseptic principles within the mock surgery setting. Perioperative applied skills performed in the scrub and circulating roles are highlighted with an emphasis on industry best practices and the application of critical thinking skills. Mock surgery scenarios incorporate all skills acquired in previous laboratory courses in order to prepare the student for clinical experiences and surgical rotations.

Credit Hours

1

Prerequisites

SURG1140, SURG1340.

Corequisites

SURG1350

SURG1160 : Surgical Technology Lab VI

This capstone laboratory course is designed to provide for the practical application of theoretical concepts, patient safety standards, and aseptic principles within the mock surgery setting. Perioperative applied skills performed in the scrub and circulating roles are highlighted with an emphasis on industry best practices and the application of critical thinking skills. Mock surgery scenarios incorporate all skills acquired in previous laboratory courses in order to prepare the student for clinical experiences and surgical rotations.

Credit Hours

1

Prerequisites

SURG1150, SURG1350.

Corequisites

SURG1360

SURG1230 : Surgical Technology I Laboratory

This laboratory course provides the practical application of theoretical concepts, patient safety standards, and aseptic principles in alignment with SURGXXXXX. Perioperative applied skills performed in the assistant circulator role and the scrub role are highlighted with an emphasis on industry best practices and the application of critical thinking skills.

Credit Hours

2.5

Prerequisites

BIOL1111, BIOL1121, BIOL1310, BIOL1320.

Corequisites

SURG1630

SURG1310 : Surgical Technology Theory I

This course is designed to provide a comprehensive introduction into the field of surgical technology and survey basic perioperative surgical concepts. Major subjects covered include professionalism and employability, OR organization and administration, the surgical technologist’s roles and responsibilities, risk management, and basic circulating skills. Modern ethics, law and morality in healthcare, fundamentals of OR pharmacology, and anesthesia concepts are also surveyed. Preoperative case management concepts in the circulating role include patient transfer and transport, urinary catheterization, patient positioning, and skin preparation. Related medical/surgical terminology is integrated throughout the course.

Credit Hours

3

Corequisites

SURG1110

SURG1320 : Surgical Technology Theory II

This course will survey fundamentals of microbiology, intro to laboratory equipment (i.e., microscopes), the infectious process, and infection control concepts. Perioperative theory includes fundamentals of aseptic technique; medical versus surgical asepsis; sterilization, disinfection, and antisepsis; environmental controls and personnel practices; scrubbing, gowning, and gloving for surgery; draping; and establishing the sterile field. Safety, OSHA regulations, and Standard Precautions are also surveyed. Related medical/surgical terminology is integrated throughout the course.

Credit Hours

3

Prerequisites

SURG1110, SURG1310.

Corequisites

SURG1120

SURG1330 : Surgical Technology Theory III

This course is designed to provide a comprehensive overview of basic and specialty surgical instrumentation, equipment, and supplies. Topics include surgical instrument uses and classifications, equipment identification and function, and specialty supply handling, preparation, and usage. Related medical/surgical terminology is integrated throughout the course.

Credit Hours

3

Prerequisites

SURG1140, SURG1340;

Corequisites

SURG1130

SURG1340 : Surgical Technology Theory IV

This course will survey surgical case management concepts, including wound types and healing, surgical sutures and needles, wound closure techniques and devices, dressings and drainage devices, fundamentals of surgical pathophysiology, and postoperative patient care. Critical thinking skills within the operative environment are discussed in the context of surgical anticipation, emergency management, and All-hazards preparation. Related medical/surgical terminology is integrated throughout the course.

Credit Hours

3

Prerequisites

SURG1120, SURG1320;

Corequisites

SURG1140

SURG1350 : Surgical Procedures I

This course will introduce students to surgery and primary surgical procedures within basic specialties, including general, obstetric & gynecologic, ophthalmic, otorhinolaryngologic, oral & maxillofacial surgery, and diagnostic procedures. Related medical/surgical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology are integrated throughout the course.

Credit Hours

3

Prerequisites

SURG1140, SURG1340.

Corequisites

SURG1150

SURG1360 : Surgical Procedures II

This course will introduce students to surgery and primary surgical procedures within basic specialties, including plastic & reconstructive, genitourinary, orthopedic, cardiothoracic, peripheral vascular, and neurosurgery. Related medical/surgical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology are integrated throughout the course.

Credit Hours

3

Prerequisites

SURG1150, SURG1350.

Corequisites

SURG1160

SURG1630 : Surgical Technology Theory I

This course provides a comprehensive introduction into the field of surgical technology and perioperative theory and concepts. Major topics include the surgical technologist’s roles and responsibilities, law and ethics in healthcare, safety and standard precautions, and preoperative case management. Perioperative theory and concepts include patient care, fundamentals of aseptic technique, environmental controls, and personnel practices. Related medical/surgical terminology is integrated throughout the course.

Credit Hours

6.5

Prerequisites

BIOL1111, BIOL1121, BIOL1310, BIOL1320.

Corequisites

SURG1231

SURG2150 : Surgical Technology Clinical Review I

This is the first of two courses designed to provide the student with a review of all didactic, laboratory, and clinical knowledge necessary to prepare for success on the Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) examination administered by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA). Reviews will be conducted in several forms, including test skills preparation, anatomy & physiology, pharmacology, sterilization concepts, and surgical procedures review.

Credit Hours

1.5

Prerequisites

SURG1160, SURG1360

SURG2160 : Surgical Technology Clinical Review I

This is the first of two courses designed to provide the student with a review of all didactic, laboratory, and clinical knowledge necessary to prepare for success on the Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) examination administered by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA). Reviews will be conducted in several forms, including test skills preparation, anatomy & physiology, pharmacology, sterilization concepts, and surgical procedures review.

Credit Hours

1.5

Prerequisites

SURG1231; SURG1630; SURG2640; SURG2240; SURG2650; SURG2250;

Corequisites

SURG2760

SURG2240 : Surgical Technology Lab II

This laboratory course provides practical application of theoretical concepts, patient safety standards, and aseptic principles in alignment with SURGXXXX. Handling, passing, and assembly of specialty surgical instrumentation, equipment, and supplies is included. Intraoperative and postoperative case management skills are further emphasized.

Credit Hours

2.5

Prerequisites

BIOL1111; BIOL1121; BIOL1310; BIOL1320; SURG1231; SURG1630

Corequisites

SURG2640

SURG2250 : Surgical Technology Lab III

This laboratory course provides practical application of theoretical concepts, patient safety standards, and aseptic principles within the mock surgery setting. Perioperative applied skills performed in the scrub and circulating roles are highlighted with an emphasis on industry best practices and the application of critical thinking skills. Mock surgery scenarios incorporate all skills acquired in previous laboratory courses in order to prepare the student for clinical experiences and surgical rotations.

Credit Hours

2.5

Prerequisites

BIOL1111; BIOL1121; BIOL1310; BIOL1320; SURG1231; SURG1630; SURG2640; SURG2240

Corequisites

SURG2650

SURG2460 : Surgical Technology Clinical Review II

This is the second of two courses designed to provide the student with a review of all didactic, laboratory, and clinical knowledge necessary to prepare for success on the Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) examination administered by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA). Reviews will be conducted in several forms, including test skills preparation, anatomy & physiology, pharmacology, sterilization concepts, and surgical procedures review.

Credit Hours

4

Prerequisites

SURG2150

SURG2470 : Surgical Technology Clinical Review II

This is the second of two courses designed to provide the student with a review of all didactic, laboratory, and clinical knowledge necessary to prepare for success on the Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) examination administered by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA). Reviews will be conducted in several forms, including test skills preparation, anatomy & physiology, pharmacology, sterilization concepts, and surgical procedures review.

Credit Hours

4

Prerequisites

BIOL1111; BIOL1121; BIOL1310; BIOL1320; SURG1231; SURG1630; SURG2640; SURG2240; SURG2650; SURG2250; SURG2760; SURG2160

Corequisites

SURG2570

SURG2560 : Surgical Technology Clinical II

This clinical experience will provide progressive exposure to and experience with diverse surgical procedures of elementary, intermediate, and advanced complexity performed in relation to the practice of surgical technology in multiple specialties within the clinical setting.

Credit Hours

5

Prerequisites

SURG2150, SURG2850

SURG2570 : Surgical Technology Clinical II

In this clinical experience students will gain progressive exposure to and experience with diverse surgical procedures of varying complexity performed in relation to the practice of surgical technology in multiple specialties within the clinical setting. Students will apply critical thinking and surgical problem solving techniques to anticipate the needs of the surgical team as well as the patient.

Credit Hours

5.5

Prerequisites

BIOL1111; BIOL1121; BIOL1310; BIOL1320; SURG1231; SURG1630; SURG2640; SURG2240; SURG2650; SURG2250; SURG2760; SURG2160

Corequisites

SURG2470

SURG2640 : Surgical Technology Theory II

This course provides a comprehensive overview of surgical instrumentation, equipment, and supplies and will survey case management concepts. Topics include basic and specialty surgical instrument uses and classifications, wound types and healing, fundamentals of surgical pathophysiology, and postoperative patient care. Critical thinking skills within the operative environment are discussed in the context of surgical anticipation, emergency management, and all-hazards preparation. Related medical/surgical terminology is integrated throughout the course.

Credit Hours

6.5

Prerequisites

BIOL1111; BIOL1121; BIOL1310; BIOL1320; SURG1231; SURG1630

Corequisites

SURG2240

SURG2650 : Surgical Technology Procedures

This course will introduce students to surgery and primary surgical procedures within basic specialties including general, obstetric & gynecologic, ophthalmic, otorhinolaryngologic, oral and maxillofacial surgery, plastic and reconstructive, genitourinary, orthopedic, cardiothoracic, peripheral vascular, neurosurgery, and diagnostic procedures. Related medical/surgical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology are integrated throughout the course.

Credit Hours

6.5

Prerequisites

BIOL1111, BIOL1121, BIOL1310, BIOL1320; SURG1231; SURG1630; SURG2640; SURG2240

Corequisites

SURG2250

SURG2760 : Surgical Technology Clinical I

In this clinical experience students will gain progressive exposure to and experience with diverse surgical procedures of varying complexity performed in relation to the practice of surgical technology in multiple specialties within the clinical setting. Students will apply critical thinking and surgical problem solving techniques in the field.

Credit Hours

7

Prerequisites

BIOL1111, BIOL1121, BIOL1310, BIOL1320; SURG1231; SURG1630; SURG2640; SURG2240; SURG2650; SURG2250

Corequisites

SURG2160

SURG2850 : Surgical Technology Clinical I

This clinical experience will provide progressive exposure to and experience with diverse surgical procedures of elementary, intermediate, and advanced complexity performed in relation to the practice of surgical technology in multiple specialties within the clinical setting.

Credit Hours

8

Prerequisites

SURG1160, SURG1360.