Introduction to Surgical Technology
Course Information
Subject
SRG
Course Number
110
Division
Status
Active
Course Title
Introduction to Surgical Technology
Course Description
This course introduces various types of healthcare institutions and their structures then focuses on the surgical technologist and other surgical team members and their roles within such institutions. It presents concepts of communication skills and ethical, moral, and legal responsibilities of the surgical team members. Sterilization, disinfection, asepsis, and surgical environment as they relate to various clinical roles and care of the patient will be discussed. It introduces basic surgical instruments, equipment and supplies. Focuses include processing and care of instruments, distribution of supplies, and inventory control. In laboratory setting, emphasis is placed on principles and practices related to asepsis, surgical environment and identification and utilization of commonly used surgical instruments, equipment and supplies.
Minimum Credit Hours
6
Maximum Credit Hours
6
Total Completions Allowed for Credit
1
Lecture - Lab Hours
4-4
PCS Code
1.2