2023-2024 Course Catalog

SURGT 110 Introduction to Surgical Technology

introduces students to the role of a surgical technologist. Students examine the profession's history and evolution and begin an overview as a member of the surgical team. Hospital management, the physical aspects of the operating suite, basic patient care concepts, safety and environmental issues, ethical and legal issues, morals, and standards of conduct are emphasized. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 2.0, lecture hours 2.0).

Credits

2.0

Prerequisite

eligibility for ENGL 101

Division and Department

Health Professions / Surgical Technology