Introduction to Surgical Technology

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Credits: 3 Prerequisites: BIOL 220 and BIOL 220L . Corequisites: SRGT 120 , SRGT 130 and SRGT 125L . Typically Offered: SPRING SRGT 110 will cover the fundamentals of working as a surgical technologist. Included will be discussions of the surgical technologist and the field of surgical technology, professional credentialing, and the disciplines of other surgical team members. The organizational structure of health care facilities and their financing, hospital departments and interdepartmental communication will continue the semester. Surgical suite design, individual operating room design, safety considerations and communication skills for the surgical technologist will complete the semester.