SURG1070 — Surgical Technology Procedures
Academic Division: Health Sciences Academic Discipline: Surgical Technology Assistant Dean: Leesa Cox, MBA, PTA 16 Credit(s) This course covers selected commonly performed surgical procedures, pathology leading to surgical intervention, purposes of surgery, problems that may arise, and techniques/instruments specific to general & minimal access as applied to GI, urology, male reproductive, OB & GYN surgeries, Vascular, Thoracic, Neurology, Ophthalmic, ENT, Plastics, Orthopedics, and Dental. The course practicum component allows demonstration of both psychomotor skill competency and practicum judgment. This course is for surgical technologist only and will not meet the needs for any other allied health or nursing program. UG 3 Lab Hour(s) 11 Lecture Hour(s); Required Perform psychomotor skills at the “precision” level. Unit exam, quizzes – throughout the term, practicum evaluation completed by preceptor at the end of the term 2. Demonstrate practicum judgment at ”advanced beginner” status. Unit exam, quizzes – throughout the term, practicum evaluation completed by preceptor at the end of the term 3. Demonstrate application of the principles of asepsis in a knowledgeable manner that provides for optimal patient care in the OR. Unit exam, quizzes – throughout the term, practicum evaluation completed by preceptor at the end of the term 4. Demonstrate basic surgical case preparation skills. Unit exam, quizzes – throughout the term, practicum evaluation completed by preceptor at th
Prerequisites: SURG1030, BIOL2751, BIOL2752