SURT - 1100 Introduction to Surgical Technology

Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Surgical Technology program
Co-requisite(s): SURT 1030 and SURT 1100L
This course introduces the profession of surgical technology and its global role in healthcare. Focus is placed upon a wide range of profession-related subject matter and encompasses principles of asepsis and surgical conscience; patient population considerations; medical-legal, ethical, and professional issues; risk management; biomedical sciences; infection control and disease prevention; physical environment and safety; healthcare organization; surgical case management; and decontamination, disinfection, and sterilization.

Course content is delivered in accordance with the Core Curriculum for Surgical technology 7th edition as required for program accreditation.

Credits: 4
Lecture Classroom Hours: 60