Start Term
2026-2027
Course Title
Introduction to Surgical Technology
Course Code
TESU1015
Course Hours
60
Course Credits
2
Description
The Introduction to Surgical Technology course will introduce students to the surgical technology profession and will develop the fundamental concepts and principles necessary to successfully participate as a member of the surgical team.
Upon course completion, students will be able to:
• Analyze relevant medical terminology.
• Describe the development of the Surgical Technology profession.
• Analyze operating room environment and identify commonly used equipment and
instrumentation.
• Evaluate Preoperative, Intraoperative, and Postoperative case preparation.
• Assess surgical consents and patient identification.
• Explain healthcare organization and describe team member roles and communication.
• Discuss medical law and ethics, surgical conscience, and surgical documentation.
• Identify and demonstrate the use of surgical attire throughout the perioperative setting.
