Surgical Technology, AAS
An Associate of Applied Science in Surgical Technology degree offers students a rewarding opportunity to combine the knowledge of human anatomy and physiology with expertise in the theory and application of aseptic techniques, instrumentation, and surgical procedures. The Surgical Technologist works with highly technical equipment and assists with invasive, therapeutic, and diagnostic procedures. Under the supervision of a surgeon, surgical technologists function as a vital member of the health care team responsible for ensuring that the equipment is functioning properly and the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety. Additionally, the Surgical Technologist supervises the placement, care, and utilization of surgical instruments.
This program requires 67 credits that include 37 credits of major area courses and 30 credits of liberal arts and sciences. Students will be provided the opportunity to work directly with health professionals while training.
The program level objectives for students completing the AAS in Surgical Technology are as follows:
- Demonstrate the knowledge of the role and scope of practice of a Surgical Technologist.
- Demonstrate knowledge of the legal and ethical guidelines of the profession.
- Apply knowledge of instrumentation, safety guidelines, and aseptic techniques to surgical procedures during perioperative care.
- Demonstrate safe practices according to the standards of professional healthcare organizations with regard to the patient and members of the Surgical Team.
- Apply knowledge and skills of a professional Surgical Technologist to address the biopsychosocial needs of the surgical patient.
For information on admission requirements for Surgical Technology: Surgical Technology Admission Requirements
Requirements
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Major-Related Courses | ||
| HC-126 | Medical Terminology | 3 |
| HC-208 | Pathophysiology | 3 |
| ST-101 | Introduction to Surgical Technology | 3 |
| ST-151 | Orientation to Perioperative Services | 4 |
| ST-154 | Surgical Procedures I | 5 |
| ST-155 | Surgical Procedures II | 5 |
| ST-186 | Surgical Procedures III | 3 |
| ST-201 | Surgical Technology Practicum I | 4 |
| ST-211 | Surgical Technology Practicum II | 4 |
| ST-220 | Pharmacology and Anesthesia | 3 |
| Major-Related Courses Subtotal | 37 | |
| General Education and Related Courses | ||
| EN-111 | College Writing and Critical Analysis | 3 |
| EN-121 | Analytical Thinking, Writing & Research | 3 |
| LA-101 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| LA-122 | Fundamentals of Communication | 3 |
| MA-115 | Quantitative Reasoning | 3 |
| SC-114 | Human Anatomy and Physiology I | 3 |
| SC-114L | Human Anatomy and Physiology I Lab | 1 |
| SC-116 | Human Anatomy and Physiology II | 3 |
| SC-116L | Human Anatomy and Physiology II Lab | 1 |
| SC-118 | Principles of Microbiology | 3 |
| SC-118L | Principles of Microbiology Lab | 1 |
| GN-ELE | General Education Open Elective(s) | 3 |
| General Education and Related Courses Subtotal | 30 | |
| Total Credits | 67 | |
Recommended Sequence
| Semester 1 | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| HC-126 | Medical Terminology | 3 |
| SC-114 | Human Anatomy and Physiology I | 3 |
| SC-114L | Human Anatomy and Physiology I Lab | 1 |
| ST-151 | Orientation to Perioperative Services | 4 |
| ST-101 | Introduction to Surgical Technology | 3 |
| MA-115 | Quantitative Reasoning | 3 |
| Credits | 17 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| SC-116 | Human Anatomy and Physiology II | 3 |
| SC-116L | Human Anatomy and Physiology II Lab | 1 |
| HC-208 | Pathophysiology | 3 |
| SC-118 | Principles of Microbiology | 3 |
| SC-118L | Principles of Microbiology Lab | 1 |
| ST-154 | Surgical Procedures I | 5 |
| Credits | 16 | |
| Semester 3 | ||
| ST-155 | Surgical Procedures II | 5 |
| LA-122 | Fundamentals of Communication | 3 |
| ST-201 | Surgical Technology Practicum I | 4 |
| ST-220 | Pharmacology and Anesthesia | 3 |
| EN-111 | College Writing and Critical Analysis | 3 |
| Credits | 18 | |
| Semester 4 | ||
| LA-101 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| ST-186 | Surgical Procedures III | 3 |
| ST-211 | Surgical Technology Practicum II | 4 |
| EN-121 | Analytical Thinking, Writing & Research | 3 |
| GN-ELE | General Education Open Elective(s) | 3 |
| Credits | 16 | |
| Total Credits | 67 | |