2024-2025 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, all-hazards preparation, 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

Prerequisite

eligibility for ENGL 101

Division and Department

Health Professions / Surgical Technology