SURG 1070 - Surgical Technology Procedures

Academic Division:

Health Sciences

Academic Discipline:

Surgical Technology

Assistant Dean: Leesa Cox, MBA, PTA

16 Credit(s)
This course covers selected commonly performed surgical procedures, pathology leading to surgical intervention, purposes of surgery, problems that may arise, and techniques/instruments specific to general & minimal access as applied to GI, urology, male reproductive, OB & GYN surgeries, Vascular, Thoracic, Neurology, Ophthalmic, ENT, Plastics, Orthopedics, and Dental. The course practicum component allows demonstration of both psychomotor skill competency and practicum judgment. This course is for surgical technologist only and will not meet the needs for any other allied health or nursing program. UG

3 Lab Hour(s)

11 Lecture Hour(s);

Required Prerequisite Course(s): Take SURG 1030 BIOL 2751 BIOL 2752

College Wide Outcomes

College-Wide Learning Outcome	Assessments - - How it is met & When it is met
Communication – Written
Communication – Speech
Intercultural Knowledge and Competence
Critical Thinking
Information Literacy
Quantitative Literacy

Student Learning Outcomes for Course

Outcomes	Assessments – How it is met & When it is met
1. Perform psychomotor skills at the “precision” level.	Unit exam, quizzes – throughout the term, practicum evaluation completed by preceptor at the end of the term
2. Demonstrate practicum judgment at ”advanced beginner” status.	Unit exam, quizzes – throughout the term, practicum evaluation completed by preceptor at the end of the term
3. Demonstrate application of the principles of asepsis in a knowledgeable manner that provides for optimal patient care in the OR.	Unit exam, quizzes – throughout the term, practicum evaluation completed by preceptor at the end of the term
4. Demonstrate basic surgical case preparation skills.	Unit exam, quizzes – throughout the term, practicum evaluation completed by preceptor at the end of the term
5. Apply scientific principles to appropriate surgical care.	Unit exam, quizzes – throughout the term
6. Demonstrate responsible behavior as a healthcare professional.	Unit exam, quizzes – throughout the term, practicum evaluation completed by preceptor at the end of the term
7. Utilize effective communication skills with patients, families, & healthcare team members.	Unit exam, quizzes – throughout the term; midterm examination– middle of the term, practicum evaluation completed by preceptor at the end of the term
8. Perform psychomotor skills at the “articulation” level.	Unit exam, quizzes – throughout the term Hands on demonstration, practicum evaluation completed by preceptor at the end of the term
9. Demonstrate practicum judgment at “competent” status.	Unit exam, quizzes – throughout the term, practicum evaluation completed by preceptor at the end of the term
10. Demonstrate application of the principles of asepsis in a knowledgeable manner that provides for optimal patient care in the OR.	Unit exam, quizzes – throughout the term, practicum evaluation completed by preceptor at the end of the term
11. Demonstrate basic surgical case preparation skills.	Unit exam, quizzes – throughout the term Hands on demonstration, practicum evaluation completed by preceptor at the end of the term
12. Apply scientific principles to appropriate surgical care.	Unit exam, quizzes – throughout the term
13. Demonstrate responsible behavior as a healthcare professional.	Unit exam, quizzes – throughout the term, practicum evaluation completed by preceptor at the end of the term
14. Utilize effective communication skill with patients, family, & healthcare team members.	Unit exam, quizzes – throughout the term, practicum evaluation completed by preceptor at the end of the term
15. Demonstrate ability to perform the role of the first scrub in all basic surgical cases	Unit exam, quizzes – throughout the term Hands on demonstration, practicum evaluation completed by preceptor at the end of the term
16. Log and provide proof of having scrubbed 125 cases.	Unit exam, quizzes – throughout the term Hands on demonstration

Standard Grading Scale
93-100 A

90 - 92 A-

87- 89 B+

83 - 86 B

80 -82 B-

77- 79 C+

73 - 76 C

70 -72 C-

67- 69 D+

63 - 66 D

60 -62 D-

00- 59 F

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