SURG 1010 - Introduction to Surgical Technology (6)
Course Description
Provides an overview of the surgical technology profession and develops the fundamental concepts and principles necessary to successfully
participate on a surgical team. Topics include: orientation to surgical technology; biomedical principles; asepsis and the surgical environment;
basic instrumentation and equipment; principles of the sterilization process; application of sterilization principles; and minimally invasive
surgery. ((There are surgical procedures that are similar as far as procedural steps, instrumentation, supplies, patient position, etc. This is
referred to as the "Co-Related Procedures Concept." The purpose of using the Co-Related Procedures Concept is to provide the instructor
additional time to teach surgical procedures as well as avoid repetition.))
Prerequisite: Program admission