Course Descriptions

SGT 100 - Introduction to Surgical Technology

4 Credits

This course introduces the student to the needs of surgical patients during preoperative, intraoperative and postoperative phases of care. It includes study of basic patient care including transport and transfer, vital signs, positioning, and creating a safe physical environment. Emphasis is on development of knowledge and skills related to principles and practice of aseptic technique, sterilization, use of selected devices to maintain hemostasis and thermoregulation, documentation, organization of the surgical suite and emergency procedures.

SGT 101 - Surgical Pharmacology and Anesthesia

2 Credits

This course provides a study of pharmaceutics used in surgery. The actions, usage and side effects of commonly administered medications and solutions and the methods by which they are administered are presented. Computation of medication doses and solution composition is introduced.

Prerequisite(s): SGT 100, SGT 110, BIO 144 and HIM 104 passing all courses with a C or better. Co-requisite(s): BIO 145, ENG 101 or ENG 200, PHL 103 and SGT 102.

SGT 102 - Principles and Practices in Surgical Technology

5 Credits

This course continues to demonstrate the various functions of the surgical technologist. Emphasis is on safety in the operating room, care of specimens and instrumentation and equipment used in surgical procedures. Methods used for closure of wounds and mechanisms of wound healing are presented. Emphasis on sterilization and disinfection principles and procedures is continued.

Prerequisite(s): BIO 144, HIM 104, SGT 100 and SGT 110 passing all courses with a grade of C or better. Co-requisite(s): BIO 145, ENG 101 or ENG 200, PHL 103, and SGT 101.

MCC General Education: MCC-TL - Technological Literacy (MTL)

SGT 110 - Foundations of Surgical Technology

1 Credit

This course introduces the roles of the various surgical team members and orients students to the basic organization of healthcare facilities. Interpersonal relationships, communication and teamwork, and ethical standards of conduct are emphasized. Responsibilities of scrub, circulating and second assisting surgical technologists are explored.

SGT 201 - Surgical Procedures

10 Credits

This course presents orientation to specific surgical procedures including general surgery, obstetrics and gynecologic surgery, genitourinary surgery, ENT/otorhinolaryngology surgery and orthopedic surgery with related surgical anatomy and pathophysiology and specialty instrumentation. Safe use of lasers and robotics is introduced. Computer skills necessary for the operating room are explored. Clinical practice will employ intermediate surgical interventions. Current CPR certification for the professional rescuer is required.

Prerequisite(s): BIO 202, SOC 101 and SGT 101 and SGT 102, all with a grade of C or better. Co-requisite(s): BIO 235

SGT 202 - Specialty Surgical Procedures

10 Credits

This course presents orientation to specific surgical procedures including plastic and reconstructive surgery, ophthalmic surgery, oral and maxillofacial surgery, neurosurgery, thoracic surgery, cardiac surgery and peripheral vascular surgery with related surgical anatomy and pathophysiology and specialty instrumentation. Special considerations for pediatric surgery will be explored. Clinical practice will employ advanced surgical interventions. Current CPR certification for the professional rescuer is required.

Prerequisite(s): BIO 235 and SGT 201, all with a grade of C or better. Co-requisite(s):: SGT 210

SGT 210 - Professional Issues and Certification for Surgical Technology

2 Credits

This course emphasizes professional and legal issues and approaches to patient care through use of perioperative case management. Job seeking skills are explored. The All Hazards framework for disaster planning and management is presented. Preparation for the surgical technologist certification exam is initiated.

Prerequisite(s): BIO 235 with a grade of C or better, and SGT 201 with a grade of C or better..