Surgical Technology Courses

SUR 101 Introduction to Surgical Technology (3 cr)

This course offers the foundational theories and techniques of surgery.  The focus is on orientation to surgical technology, standards of conduct, laws and ethics, hospital administration and organization, communication and teamwork, the physical environment and safety standards of the operating room, diagnostic procedures and optimal patient care.

COREQUISITES: SUR 102, SUR 105, SUR 108.

SUR 102 Surgical Technology Lab (4 cr)

This lab will reinforce the classroom introduction to basic concepts of aseptic technique, scrubbing, gowning, gloving and patient care with hands on learning. The student will learn how to create and maintain a sterile field as well as gain knowledge for providing optimal patient care in a surgical setting.

COREQUISITES: SUR 101, SUR 105, SUR 108.

SUR 103 Systems I: Surgical Techniques/Procedures (8 cr)

This course is designed to build on the knowledge of basic surgical techniques, professionalism and ethics previously presented.  The role of the surgical technologist is developed and applied in basic surgical procedures. Surgical applications in OB/GYN, genitourinary, ENT, orthopaedic, plastic and reconstructive surgery, peripheral vascular, thoracic, cardiovascular and ophthalmic systems are presented.

PREREQUISITES: BIO 133, MED 101, SUR 101, SUR 102, SUR 105, SUR 108.
COREQUISITE: SUR 120.

SUR 104 Systems II: Surgical Techniques/Procedures (6 cr)

This course completes the basic surgical procedure learning with applications in neurology, trauma, and organ donation. In addition, this course is designed to enhance and improve critical thinking, emergency awareness and accountability skills. The course will build on the knowledge of surgical technology with emphasis on further development of surgical skills. Review of surgical practices and procedures previously presented are incorporated to prepare for the certifying examination in surgical technology and employment.

PREREQUISITES: BIO 132, SUR 103, SUR 120.
COREQUISITE: SUR 121.

SUR 105 Pharmacology for Surgical Technologists (1 cr)

This course will enhance fundamental math skills and provide a summary of basic pharmacology, drug regulation and drug administration. Drugs frequently used in the surgical setting will be examined along with an overview of anesthesia administration and general practice.

COREQUISITES: SUR 101, SUR 102, SUR 108.

SUR 108 Principles and Practice of Surgical Technology (6 cr)

This course introduces basic concepts so the student can function in the surgical setting. It offers instruction on disinfection, decontamination, sterilization, aseptic technique, scrubbing, gowning, and gloving, transporting, transferring and positioning the surgical patient, along with the surgical preparation and draping methods. Further emphasis is placed on sutures, wound healing, and instrumentation. Introduction to biomedical sciences will be applied. The student will begin studies in surgical procedures with surgical applications in the general surgery system.

COREQUISITES: SUR 101, SUR 102, SUR 105.

SUR 120 Clinical Practicum I (6 cr)

This course introduces the student to the surgical suite and begins expansion of the student’s skills.  Emphasis is on application of basic concepts including general surgery, OB/GYN, genitourinary, ENT, orthopaedic, ophthalmic and plastic and reconstructive surgeries. Two clinical days per week are spent in a surgical setting for 10 weeks.  The last five weeks the student begins to strive for autonomy by spending three days per week in the clinical settings.

PREREQUISITES: BIO 133, MED 101, SUR 101, SUR 102, SUR 105, SUR 108.
COREQUISITE: SUR 103.

SUR 121 Clinical Practicum II (5 cr)

This course is designed to fulfill the student’s clinical requirements and to prepare them for employment. The student strives for total autonomy by spending three days in the clinical setting. Clinical emphasis is on all surgical procedures including cardiovascular and neurological procedures.

PREREQUISITES: BIO 132, SUR 103, SUR 120.
COREQUISITE: SUR 104.

SUR 201 Perioperative Professional Issues (2 cr)

This course is designed for the student pursuing the associate of science in surgical technology degree. A seminar approach is used to explore ethical and professional issues impacting the surgical technologist in the care of the surgical patient.

PREREQUISITES: SUR 104, SUR 121.