Courses
SURG A150 Introduction to Surgical Technology 2 Credits
Introduces the role of the surgical technologist, scope of practice, professionalism, ethics and certification. Includes the responsibilities of the surgical technologist in the context of the organizational structure of health care facilities. Addresses the emotional and physical care of the patient as well as emergency situations and hazards.
Prerequisites: BIOL A111 with a minimum grade of C and BIOL A111L with a minimum grade of C.
SURG A160 Fundamentals of Surgical Technology 2 Credits
Presents the principles of asepsis, sterile technique, sterilization, and identification of instruments and equipment. Engages in learning to provide care to the patient including pharmacology and anesthesia during the preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative stages.
Registration Restrictions: Department approval
Corequisites: SURG A160L.
SURG A160L Fundamentals of Surgical Technology Laboratory 4 Credits
Provides hands-on learning of the principles of asepsis, sterile technique, sterilization, and identification and experiential learning of instruments and equipment required in the surgery setting. Engages in learning to provide care to the patient including pharmacology and anesthesia during the preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative stages.
Corequisites: SURG A160.
SURG A210 Surgical Procedures I 2 Credits
Provides theory of common surgical procedures that include diagnostic procedures, minimally invasive applications, general surgery, obstetric and gynecologic surgery, genitourinary surgery, and ophthalmic surgery performed in the operating room by body system with emphasis on knowledge acquisition. Includes surgical anatomy, instrumentation, and pharmacology.
Registration Restrictions: Department approval
Corequisites: SURG A210L.
SURG A210L Surgical Procedures I Laboratory 4 Credits
Applies theory with lab practice of common surgical procedures that include diagnostic procedures, minimally invasive applications, general surgery, obstetric and gynecologic surgery, genitourinary surgery, and ophthalmic surgery performed in the operating room by body system with emphasis on knowledge acquisition and practical lab application. Includes surgical anatomy, instrumentation, and pharmacology.
Registration Restrictions: Department approval
Corequisites: SURG A210.
SURG A220 Surgical Procedures II 2 Credits
Provides the theory of common surgical procedures that include otorhinolaryngologic surgery, oral and maxillofacial surgery, plastic and reconstructive surgery, cardiothoracic surgery, peripheral vascular surgery and neurological surgery performed in the operating room by body system with emphasis on knowledge acquisition. Includes surgical anatomy, instrumentation, and pharmacology.
Special Note: This course is a continuation of Surgical Procedures I.
Registration Restrictions: Department approval
Corequisites: SURG A220L.
SURG A220L Surgical Procedures II Laboratory 4 Credits
Applies theory with lab practice of common surgical procedures that include otorhinolaryngologic surgery, oral and maxillofacial surgery, plastic and reconstructive surgery, cardiothoracic surgery, peripheral vascular surgery and neurological surgery performed in the operating room by body system with emphasis on practical lab application. Includes surgical anatomy, instrumentation, and pharmacology.
Special Note: This course is a continuation of Surgical Procedures I Lab.
Registration Restrictions: Department approval
Corequisites: SURG A220.
SURG A292 Surgical Technology Seminar 1 Credit
Provides opportunities for discussion and evaluation of experiences in clinical practicum courses. Covers professional practice issues in preparation for the transition to employment.
Special Note: Prepares students for the Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) examination and assists with application submission.
Registration Restrictions: Department approval
SURG A295 Surgical Technology Practicum 11 Credits
Provides an opportunity for students to apply theories, knowledge and skills in a supervised clinical setting as final preparation for employment in the field. Duties are assigned by UAA instructor in conjunction with clinical personnel in affiliated hospitals and surgery centers.
Registration Restrictions: Department approval