Course Descriptions

Surgical Technology, TC

SGT 101 Introduction to Surgical Technology 4 Cr Hrs

Introduces the roles and functions of surgical team members and operating room organization. Presents legal and ethical issues, division of duties, hospital organization and management, medical terminology, basic communication skills and interpersonal relationships. Prerequisite: Admission to Surgical Technology program.

SGT 115 Surgical Procedures I 3 Cr Hrs

Coordinates study of theoretical and practical applications of various surgical procedures. Emphasis is placed on pathology, a methodical approach to surgical procedures and preparation and application of aseptic techniques with extensive laboratory experience to develop critical skills that are required to function in the operating-room environment. Prerequisites: Completion or concurrent registration in SGT 120 Principles and Practices in Surgical Technology, SGT 105 Microbiology for Surgical Technology, SGT 107 Pharmacology for Surgical Technology and SGT 111 Patient Care I.

SGT 119 Surgical Technology Clinical Experience I 4 Cr Hr

Allows students to participate in supervised, nonremunerative clinical experiences in hospital operating rooms with emphasis on general surgical procedures. Prerequisites: Completion or concurrent registration in SGT 111 Patient Care I and SGT 115 Surgical Procedures I.

SGT 120 Principles and Practices in Surgical Technology 5 Cr Hrs

Presents basic principles and practices necessary to prepare students for clinical experiences. Aseptic techniques and supplies, equipment, sterilization, disinfection and decontamination are major components of the course. Includes rotations through central processing, preoperative care and transportation areas. Prerequisites: Completion or concurrent registration in SGT 101 Introduction to Surgical Technology and SGT 105 Microbiology for Surgical Technology.

SGT 125 Surgical Procedures II 4 Cr Hrs

Continuation of SGT 115 Surgical Procedures I. Studies more specialized surgeries to expand the knowledge of supplies, equipment and steps involved in more complex surgeries. Prerequisites: Concurrent registration in SGT 121 Patient Care II and SGT 129 Clinical Experience II.

SGT 129 Surgical Technology Clinical Experience II 4 Cr Hrs

Students are assigned to supervised, non-remunerative clinical practice in hospital operating rooms approximately 24 hours per week. Emphasis is placed on clinical specialties, such as general, gynecology, genito/urinary and EENT with rotations through endoscopy and labor and delivery. Prerequisites: Concurrent registration in SGT 121 Patient Care II and SGT 125 Surgical Procedures II.

SGT 130 Surgical Technology Clinical Experience III 3 Cr Hrs

Students are assigned to supervised, non-remunerative clinical practice in hospital operating rooms approximately 24 hours per week. Emphasis is placed on clinical specialties, such as orthopedics and neurosurgery with rotations through post-anesthesia rooms. Prerequisites: Concurrent registration in SGT 121 Patient Care II and SGT 125 Surgical Procedures II.

SGT 140 Principles & Practices in Surgical Technology Lab 3 Cr Hrs

Students will demonstrate concepts necessary to prepare students for clinical experience. Aseptic technique and supplies and equipment are major components of this course.

ALH 101 Medical Terminology 3 Cr Hrs

Presents basic principles of medical word-building. The study develops competencies in the basic elements forming medical words, categorizing major suffixes and group prefixes. Anatomical, physiological and pathological terms are reviewed so students better understand special medical procedures. This is the introductory course in medical terminology and is intended for all who desire knowledge in this subject.

ALH 115 Pharmacology 3 Cr Hrs

This course will provide the basic pharmacology principles with an emphasis on a broad discussion of the primary medications in each of the pharmaceutical classification categories. This course is designed to meet the pharmacology needs of students enrolled in pre-allied health majors and would be beneficial for others in the allied health field who desire a greater understanding or pharmacological principles related to diseases, effects of drugs on different systems of the body, interaction of drugs, side effects, contraindications and effectiveness in relation to dosages.

BIO 150 Anatomy & Physiology 5 Cr Hrs

A detailed study of the structure and function of the human body. Laboratory work includes tissue examination, basic physiological experiments and structural identification of all organ systems.

BIO 160 Microbiology 5 Cr Hrs

An introduction to microorganisms and their morphology, physiology, genetics and distribution. Emphasis is placed on the relationship of microorganisms to disease and the human immune responses. Techniques involving staining, culturing, identifying and biochemistry are considered in laboratory. Prerequisites: Must complete one of the following: BIO 110 Principles of Biology, BIO 100 Biology Review or successful completion of a life science laboratory class within the past five years. Suggested Prerequisite: CHM 110 General Chemistry.

CPR 001 CPR for Healthcare Providers 1 Cr Hrs

Covers cause, prevention and first aid care of lifethreatening respiratory and cardiac emergencies and nonlife threatening emergencies for infants, children and adults as outlined by the American Red Cross.