Principles of Practice and Introduction to Surgical Procedures
Course Information
Subject
SRG
Course Number
111
Division
Status
Active
Course Title
Principles of Practice and Introduction to Surgical Procedures
Course Description
This course introduces the student to the surgical technologist role. It presents concepts of general surgical patient care, wound healing and basic case preparation and procedures. Basics of open, endoscopic, robotics and other minimally invasive procedures are discussed. In both simulated and clinical laboratory settings, emphasis is placed on basic surgical procedures during pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative phases commonly performed in the operating room setting.
Minimum Credit Hours
7
Maximum Credit Hours
7
Total Completions Allowed for Credit
1
Lecture - Lab Hours
(5-8)
Requirements
Prerequisite: SRG 110 (C or better). Course fee
PCS Code
1.2