SURG 1010 Introduction to Surgical Technology

This course provides an overview of the surgical technology profession and develops the fundamental concepts and principles necessary to participate successfully on a surgical team. Topics include an introduction to preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative principles of surgical technology; assistant circulator role; professionalism; and health care facility information.

Prerequisite

Program admission, ALHS 1090, BIOL 2113, BIOL 2113L, BIOL 2114, BIOL 2114L, BIOL 2217, BIOL 2117L, FSSE 1000, MATH 1101 (or higher). All courses listed with a grade of C or higher

Corequisite

SURG 1020, SURG 1080, SURG 1100