9 courses with the subject SUR, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
SUR 110Foundations of Surgical Technology*3
In this course, students will learn fundamental information related to being a surgical technologist and working with patients. Topics will include the biopsychosocial needs of the patient and family, concepts of death and dying, using electricity and special concerns in an operative environment, using information technology, and skills related to professionalism, interpersonal relationships, per-operative preparation of a patient, identification, chart review, consents, and all hazard preparedness. This course also includes an introduction to surgical equipment and instrumentation required for OR case set-up. Term Offered: FL, SP
In this course students will learn the techniques and procedures common in the pre-operative surgical environment. Students will learn surgical attire, transportation, transferring, positioning, urinary 228
In this course students will learn the techniques and procedures common in the intraoperative surgical environment. This includes surgical counts, basic set up of back table, draping, abdominal incisions, hemostasis, exposure, the role of the assistant circulator and how to perform basic simple operating room cases. This course includes lab and simulation activities, and the completion of observation hours in the perioperative environment. This course requires students to complete competency exams. Term Offered: FL, SP
This course introduces the student to basic types of anesthesia, anesthesia agents, indications and contraindications of medications, and the calculations of maximum dosages of various drugs. The student will become familiar with a wide array of pharmacological agents specifically related to the pre- operative, intra-operative, and post-operative care provided for the surgical patient. Term Offered: FL, SP
In this course students will learn the post-operative procedures and techniques utilized in a surgical environment. This includes wound healing, tissue replacement materials, emergency patient situation, PACU, disinfection and sterilization, sterile storage and distribution, environmental disinfection, and postoperative case management, and interpersonal relationships. This course includes lab and simulation activities, and the completion of observation hours in the postoperative environment. This course requires students to complete competency exams. Term Offered: SU, WI
In this course, students will learn common procedures in a variety of surgical specialties including general surgery, obstetric and gynecological surgery, genitourinary surgery, otorhinolaryngological surgery, orthopedic surgery, oral and maxillofacial surgery, plastic and reconstructive surgery, ophthalmic surgery, cardiothoracic surgery, peripheral vascular surgery, and neurosurgery. Students will learn the pathophysiology associated with the need for different surgical procedures, as well as the body’s response to surgical interventions. Term Offered: FL, SP
This course is designed for students who have completed the didactic coursework and are currently completing internship, to prepare for the NHA Surgical Technologist Certification Examination. This course will be offered in an asynchronous, online format. Upon completion of the review students will complete a practice examination. Students are required to complete this course and pass the practice exam prior to graduation. Term Offered: SU, WI
SUR 290Surgical Technology Internship (Diploma Program)3
This course is a 125-case internship required to complete the Surgical Technology diploma. This internship will be completed at a hospital or surgical center. Each student will work with a preceptor who will evaluate student performance in a total of 125 surgical cases. This hands-on opportunity allows 229
SUR 299Surgical Technology Internship (AAS Program)3
This course is a 120-case internship required to complete the Surgical Technology AAS. This internship will be completed at a hospital or surgical center. Each student will work with a preceptor who will evaluate student performance in a total of 120 surgical cases. This hands-on opportunity allows students to apply the knowledge and skills learned in the classroom to the working environment. Term Offered: SU, WI
