Curriculum
Surgical Technology is an instructional program that prepares an individual to serve as a member of the surgical team to work with surgeons, anesthesiologists, certified registered nurse anesthetists, registered nurses, physician’s assistants and other surgical personnel in delivering patient care and assuming appropriate responsibilities before, during, and after surgery. This program includes the education of all aspects of surgical technology including the role of second assistant and circulator.
Total Hours 65
Fall Start
Course Code | Course Name | Credit Hours |
LLS 1313/1 | Orientation | 1-3 |
SUT 1113 | Fundamentals of Surgical Technology (Hybrid Course) | 3 |
| This is a basic introductory course including hospital and surgical suite organization and environment, history, legal responsibilities, terminology, interpersonal relationships, and biomedical sciences. (3 sch. 3hrs. lecture) |
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SUT 1217 | Principles of Surgical Techniques (Hybrid Course) | 7 |
| This course is a comprehensive study of aseptic technique, safe patient care, anesthesia, pharmacology, and surgical techniques. |
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SUT 1412 | Surgical Microbiology (Hybrid Course) | 2 |
| This is an introduction to pathogenic microorganisms related to surgery and their effect on wound healing and infection. It includes principles of sterilization and disinfection. |
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SUT 1314 | Surgical Anatomy (Hybrid Course) | 2 |
| Emphasis is placed on structure and function of the human body as related to surgery. A study of medical terminology and application of the principles of surgical anatomy are emphasized and related to the clinical experience. |
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| Semester Total | 17-20 hours |
Course Code | Course Name | Credit Hours |
SUT 1518 | Basic and Related Surgical Procedures (Hybrid) | 8 |
| This course includes instruction in regional anatomy, pathology, instrumentation, and surgical techniques in general surgery, gynecology, obstetrics, urology, minimally invasive endoscopic and robotic-assisted surgeries. It requires clinical experience in area hospital surgical suites and related departments as well as proper clinical documentation. |
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SUT 1528 | Specialized Surgical Procedures (Hybrid) | 8 hours |
| This course includes instruction in regional anatomy, pathology, instrumentation, and techniques in surgical specialty areas of ear, nose, and throat; ophthalmology; plastic and reconstructive; oral & maxillofacial; and orthopedics. This course requires clinical experience in area hospital surgical suites and related departments as well as proper clinical documentation |
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| Semester Total | 16 hours |
Course Code | Course Name | Credit Hours |
SUT 1538 | Advanced Surgical Procedures (Hybrid) | 8 |
| This course includes instruction in regional anatomy, pathology, instrumentation, and techniques in surgical specialty areas of thoracic and pulmonary, peripheral vascular, cardiac, neuro and trauma surgery. This course requires clinical experience in area hospital surgical suites and related departments as well as proper clinical documentation and a comprehensive final examination. |
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SUT 1703 | Certification and Role Transition (Hybrid Course) | 3 |
| This course examines the role for the surgical technologist in a variety of settings and required of various job descriptions and or departments. We will also explore adaptive critical thinking skills in a variety of settings, effective team and professional behaviors, continuing education, and sterile technique applications. This course also helps prepare the student to sit for the National Certification Exam for surgical technologists including review and eligibility documentation. Employability skills, paperwork and preparation will be discussed along with examining duties and requirements necessary for different roles or job duties. Certification requirements and maintenance will also be covered. This course will cover material taught in all SUT courses(s). |
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| Semester Total | 11 hours |
Science classes must be completed within the last five (5) years with a grade of C or higher.
Course Code | Course Name | Credit Hours |
ENG 113/4 | English Composition | 3-4 |
BIO 2513 or 1513 | Anatomy & Physiology I or Principles of A & P 1 | 3 |
BIO 2511 or 1511 | Anatomy & Physiology I Lab or Principles of A & P I Lab | 1 |
BIO 2523 or 1523 | Anatomy & Physiology II or Principles of A & P II | 3 |
BIO 2521 or 1521 | Anatomy & Physiology II Lab or Principles of A & P II Lab | 1 |
| Total | 11-12 hours |
Nine (9) hours with a minimum of one course from each of the following areas:
*Math/Natural Science – 3 hours
**Social/Behavioral Science – 3 hours
***Humanities/Fine Arts – 3 hours
Approved Courses: Nine (9) hours with minimum of one course from each of the following areas:
*Math/Natural Science |
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BIO 1134 General Biology | BIO 2923 & BIO 2921 Microbiology and Lab |
BIO 1144 General Biology II | CHE 1213 & CHE 1211 General Chemistry I and Lab |
MAT 1313/1314 College Algebra (or higher) |
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**Social/Behavioral Science |
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EPY 2513 Child Psychology | PSY 2533 Human Growth & Development |
EPY 2523 Adolescent Psychology | SOC 2143 Marriage and Family |
PSY 1513 General Psychology | SOC 2113 Introduction to Sociology |
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***Humanities/Fine Arts |
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ART 1113 Art Appreciation | HIS 1163 World Civilization |
MUS 1113 Music Appreciation | ENG 2423 World Literature |
SPT 2233 Theatre Appreciation |
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Spring Start
Course Code | Course Name | Credit Hours |
LLS 1313/1 | Orientation | 1-3 |
SUT 1113 | Fundamentals of Surgical Technology (Hybrid Course) | 3 |
This is a basic introductory course including hospital and surgical suite organization and environment, history, legal responsibilities, terminology, interpersonal relationships, and biomedical sciences. (3 sch. 3hrs. lecture) | ||
SUT 1217 | Principles of Surgical Techniques (Hybrid Course) | 7 |
This course is a comprehensive study of aseptic technique, safe patient care, anesthesia, pharmacology, and surgical techniques. | ||
SUT 1412 | Surgical Microbiology (Hybrid Course) | 2 |
This is an introduction to pathogenic microorganisms related to surgery and their effect on wound healing and infection. It includes principles of sterilization and disinfection. | ||
SUT 1314 | Surgical Anatomy (Hybrid Course) | 2 |
Emphasis is placed on structure and function of the human body as related to surgery. A study of medical terminology and application of the principles of surgical anatomy are emphasized and related to the clinical experience. | ||
Semester Total | 17-20 hours |
Course Code | Course Name | Credit Hours |
SUT 1518 | Basic and Related Surgical Procedures (Hybrid) | 8 |
This course includes instruction in regional anatomy, pathology, instrumentation, and surgical techniques in general surgery, gynecology, obstetrics, urology, minimally invasive endoscopic and robotic-assisted surgeries. It requires clinical experience in area hospital surgical suites and related departments as well as proper clinical documentation. | ||
Semester Total | 8 hours |
Course Code | Course Name | Credit Hours |
SUT 1528 | Specialized Surgical Procedures (Hybrid) | 8 |
| This course includes instruction in regional anatomy, pathology, instrumentation, and techniques in surgical specialty areas of ear, nose, and throat; ophthalmology; plastic and reconstructive; oral & maxillofacial; and orthopedics. This course requires clinical experience in area hospital surgical suites and related departments as well as proper clinical documentation |
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SUT 1538 | Advanced Surgical Procedures (Hybrid) | 8 |
| This course includes instruction in regional anatomy, pathology, instrumentation, and techniques in surgical specialty areas of thoracic and pulmonary, peripheral vascular, cardiac, neuro and trauma surgery. This course requires clinical experience in area hospital surgical suites and related departments as well as proper clinical documentation and a comprehensive final examination. |
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SUT 1703 | Certification and Role Transition (Hybrid Course) | 3 |
| This course examines the role for the surgical technologist in a variety of settings and required of various job descriptions and or departments. We will also explore adaptive critical thinking skills in a variety of settings, effective team and professional behaviors, continuing education, and sterile technique applications. This course also helps prepare the student to sit for the National Certification Exam for surgical technologists including review and eligibility documentation. Employability skills, paperwork and preparation will be discussed along with examining duties and requirements necessary for different roles or job duties. Certification requirements and maintenance will also be covered. This course will cover material taught in all SUT courses(s). |
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| Semester Total | 19 hours |
Science classes must be completed within the last five (5) years with a grade of C or higher.
Course Code | Course Name | Credit Hours |
ENG 113/4 | English Composition | 3-4 |
BIO 2513 or 1513 | Anatomy & Physiology I or Principles of A & P 1 | 3 |
BIO 2511 or 1511 | Anatomy & Physiology I Lab or Principles of A & P I Lab | 1 |
BIO 2523 or 1523 | Anatomy & Physiology II or Principles of A & P II | 3 |
BIO 2521 or 1521 | Anatomy & Physiology II Lab or Principles of A & P II Lab | 1 |
| Total | 11-12 hours |
Nine (9) hours with a minimum of one course from each of the following areas:
*Math/Natural Science – 3 hours
**Social/Behavioral Science – 3 hours
***Humanities/Fine Arts – 3 hours
Approved Courses: Nine (9) hours with minimum of one course from each of the following areas:
*Math/Natural Science |
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BIO 1134 General Biology | BIO 2923 & BIO 2921 Microbiology and Lab |
BIO 1144 General Biology II | CHE 1213 & CHE 1211 General Chemistry I and Lab |
MAT 1313/1314 College Algebra (or higher) |
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**Social/Behavioral Science |
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EPY 2513 Child Psychology | PSY 2533 Human Growth & Development |
EPY 2523 Adolescent Psychology | SOC 2143 Marriage and Family |
PSY 1513 General Psychology | SOC 2113 Introduction to Sociology |
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***Humanities/Fine Arts |
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ART 1113 Art Appreciation | HIS 1163 World Civilization |
MUS 1113 Music Appreciation | ENG 2423 World Literature |
SPT 2233 Theatre Appreciation |
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