College Catalog
SUR Surgery
Courses are listed by course discipline prefix, number, course title, credit hours, and, in parentheses, the number of lecture, laboratory and/or work experience/clinical hours, and the semester the course is offered. Local and state prerequisites and corequisites are identified by superscript L for localL and S for stateS. The symbol “AND” indicates the course will be offered “As Needs Demand.”
UGETC represents the Universal General Education Transfer Component as described in the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA).
| Prefix | Number | Title | Hours | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUR | 110 | Intro to Surg Tech | 3 (3-0) | Fall |
Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: SUR-111S
This course provides a comprehensive study of peri-operative care, patient care concepts, and professional practice concepts within the profession of surgical technology. Topics include: introductory concepts, organizational structure and relationships, legal, ethical and moral issues, medical terminology, pharmacology, anesthesia, wound healing management concepts, and the technological sciences. Upon completion, students should be able to apply theoretical knowledge of the course topics to the practice of surgical technology.(2012 SP)
| Prefix | Number | Title | Hours | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUR | 111 | Periop Patient Care | 7 (5-6) | Fall |
Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: SUR-110S
This course provides the surgical technology student the theoretical knowledge required to function in the pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative role. Topics include asepsis, disinfection and sterilization, physical environment, instrumentation, equipment, peri-operative patient care, and peri-operative case management. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the principles and practice of the peri-operative team member to the operative environment.(2012 SP)
| Prefix | Number | Title | Hours | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUR | 122 | Surgical Procedures I | 6 (5-3) | Spring |
Prerequisite: SUR-110S, SUR-111S
Corequisite: SUR-123S
This course provides an introduction to selected basic and intermediate surgical specialties that students are exposed to the first clinical rotation. Emphasis is placed on related surgical anatomy, pathology, and procedures that enhance theoretical knowledge of patient care, instrumentation, supplies, and equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to correlate, integrate, and apply theoretical knowledge of the course topics to the clinical operative environment.(2016 SP)
| Prefix | Number | Title | Hours | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUR | 123 | Sur Clinical Practice I | 7 (0-0-21) | Spring |
Prerequisite: SUR-110S, SUR-111S
Corequisite: SUR-122S
This course provides clinical experience with a variety of perioperative assignments to build upon skills learned in SUR 111. Emphasis is placed on the scrub and circulating roles of the surgical technologist including aseptic technique and basic case preparation for selected surgical procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare, assist with, and dismantle basic surgical cases in both the scrub and circulating roles.(1997 SU)
| Prefix | Number | Title | Hours | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUR | 134 | Surgical Procedures II | 5 (5-0) | Summer |
Prerequisite: SUR-123S
Corequisite: None
This course provides a comprehensive study of intermediate and advanced surgical specialties that students are exposed to in the second clinical rotation. Emphasis is placed on related surgical anatomy, pathology, and procedures that enhance theoretical knowledge of patient care, instrumentation, supplies, and equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to correlate, integrate, and apply theoretical knowledge of the course topics to the clinical operative environment.(2016 SP)
| Prefix | Number | Title | Hours | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUR | 135 | SUR Clinical Practice II | 4 (0-0-12) | Summer |
Prerequisite: SUR-123S
Corequisite: SUR-134S
This course provides clinical experience with a variety of perioperative assignments to build skills required for complex perioperative patient care. Emphasis is placed on greater technical skills, critical thinking, speed, efficiency, and autonomy in the operative setting. Upon completion, students should be able to function in the role of an entry-level surgical technologist.(2010 FA)
| Prefix | Number | Title | Hours | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUR | 137 | Professional Success Prep | 1 (1-0) | Summer |
Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None
This course provides employability skills and an overview of theoretical knowledge in preparation for certification. Topics include test-taking strategies, resume preparation, interviewing strategies, communication skills, and teamwork concepts. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare a resume, demonstrate appropriate interview techniques, and identify strengths and weaknesses in preparation for certification.(2016 SU)
| Prefix | Number | Title | Hours | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUR | 210 | Adv SUR Clinical Practice | 2 (0-0-6) | Spring |
Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None
This course is designed to provide individualized experience in advanced practice, education, circulating, and managerial skills. Emphasis is placed on developing and demonstrating proficiency in skills necessary for advanced practice. Upon completion, students should be able to assume leadership roles in a chosen specialty area.(2010 FA)
| Prefix | Number | Title | Hours | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUR | 211 | Adv Theoretical Concepts | 2 (2-0) | Fall |
Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None
This course covers theoretical knowledge required for extension of the surgical technologist role. Emphasis is placed on advanced practice in complex surgical specialties, educational methodologies, and managerial skills. Upon completion, students should be able to assume leadership roles in a chosen specialty area.(2010 FA)