Surgical Technology Courses

Formerly SRGT 101, SURG 101

This course explores fundamental concepts related to perioperative practice and provides a comprehensive introduction into the field of surgical technology. Areas of emphasis include: historical foundations of surgical sciences, role definition and scope of practice, teamwork, operating equipment and instrumentation, aseptic principles, and perioperative case management.

Formerly SRGT 110, SURG 102

This course surveys perioperative sciences specific to the practice of surgical technology. Topics include operation room equipment and furniture, physical and environmental hazards, basic computer skills, electrical concepts and safety, surgical robotics, operative lasers, decontamination and sterilization fundamentals, infection control practices, the disease process, and postoperative wound healing.

Formerly SRGT 160, SURG 103

This course explores the duties and responsibilities of the surgical technologist in the assistant circulator role. Additionally, students are introduced to legal and ethical concepts governing perioperative practices related to surgical technology. Topics include: legal concepts and risk management, professional and medical ethics, HIPAA, patient records, medication handling, open gloving, urinary catheterization, patient positioning, preoperative skin preparation, and emergency management.

Formerly SRGT 104, SURG 106

This class provides a basic knowledge of the language of pharmacology including: reading, interpreting, and documenting medication orders; systems of measurement and conversions; measuring medications for administration; calculating dosages and solutions; routes of administration for the surgical patient; anesthesia agents and principles of anesthesia administration; and medications used in emergency situations in the operating room. _x000A_$11.40 lab fee

Formerly SRGT 150, SURG 107

This course introduces students to surgery and primary surgical procedures within basic specialties including diagnostic procedures, general surgery, obstetrics and gynecology, otorhinolaryngology, genitourinary surgery, and orthopedics._x000A_$247 AST exam - Surgical Technology

Skills laboratory designed to accompany SURG 101. This course provides students with an opportunity to demonstrate practical skills designed to facilitate operative procedures in the scrub role and ensure high-quality patient care. Practical skills include: identifying surgical equipment and instrumentation, assembling and preparing surgical supplies, establishing and maintaining the sterile field, surgical hand hygiene, gowning and gloving, intraoperative case management, operative counts, and dressing application. _x000A_$11.40 lab fee

Skills laboratory designed to accompany SURG 102. This course provides students with an opportunity to demonstrate practical skills designed to facilitate operative procedures in the scrub role and ensure high-quality patient care. Practical skills include: donning operation room attire and PPE, patient transport, basic computer skills, electrosurgical unit safety, surgical instrument reprocessing, assisting with wound closure techniques, and surgical specimen handling. _x000A_$11.40 lab fee

Skills laboratory designed to accompany SURG 103. This course provides students with an opportunity to demonstrate practical skills designed to facilitate operative procedures in the assistant circulator role and ensure high-quality patient care. Practical skills include: reviewing documentation, medication handling, open gloving, urinary catheterization, patient positioning, preoperative skin preparation, and emergency management. _x000A_$11.40 lab fee

This course provides students with an opportunity to perform comprehensive practical skills designed to facilitate operative procedures and ensure high-quality patient care in the clinical setting. _x000A_$11.40 lab fee

This lab course provides students an opportunity to learn and practice advanced techniques in perioperative case management, including complex draping skills, specialty surgical field setup, correcting breaks in sterility, use of minimally invasive surgical applications, and gowning and gloving for orthopedic procedures.

Formerly SRGT 120, SURG 202

This course explores the field of sterile processing and materiel management in the healthcare setting and provides students with the foundational knowledge required to perform the essential job functions of central service personnel.

This course reviews workplace issues, communication strategies, conflict management, leadership, and employability skills. In preparation for graduation and entrance into the workforce, students will develop a professional resume and practice job interview skills.

Formerly SRGT 250, SURG 207

A progression from SURG 107. This course introduces students to surgery and primary surgical procedures within basic specialties including ophthalmology, oral and maxillofacial surgery, plastic and reconstructive surgery, cardiothoracic surgery, peripheral vascular surgery, and neurosurgery._x000A_$105 NBSTSA board review fee

Formerly SRGT 240, SURG 208

This course is to be taken concurrently with the SURG 224. The seminar provides current information regarding workplace issues, technologies, and advancements in healthcare pertinent to the practicum experience. Students engage in discussions based on their experiential learning opportunities within the practicum to assist in preparation for the national certifying examination for surgical technologists.

Formerly SRGT 103, SURG 209

This class provides an understanding of ethical and legal concepts related to the practice of surgical technology, including: ethical dilemmas, organizational and professional issues, ethics committees, legal concepts, the law as related to the decision-making process in the healthcare setting, and conflict resolution.

Clinical rotations are designed to reinforce concepts learned in SURG 202. This course explores the field of sterile processing and materiel management in the healthcare setting and provides students with the foundational knowledge and skills required to perform the essential job functions of central service personnel. _x000A_$11.40 lab fee

This course provides progressive exposure to and experience with diverse surgical procedures performed in multiple specialties within the clinical setting. Students prepare for and perform assigned surgical procedures under the supervision of facility personnel, clinical preceptors, and clinical college faculty in accordance with patient safety standards and industry best practices.

A progression from SURG 223. This course provides progressive exposure to and experience with diverse surgical procedures performed in multiple specialties within the clinical setting. Students prepare for and perform assigned surgical procedures under the supervision of facility personnel, clinical preceptors, and clinical college faculty in accordance with patient safety standards and industry best practices. Clinical experience focuses on advanced skills intended to assist in the transition from classroom to employment. _x000A_$11.40 lab fee

Formerly SRGT 293, SURG 293

A class used to explore new coursework or for a specific topic of special interest. _x000A_$10.72 per quarter malpractice insurance fee_x000A_$11.40 lab fee