| Course Code | Title & Description | Credits | Schedule |
|---|---|---|---|
| SUR 101 |
Introduction to Sterile ProcessingIn this course, students are introduced to the profession of sterile processing including patient confidentiality, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and working as part of a professional team. The principles of decontamination, sterilization, packaging and storage of instrumentation and surgical supplies will be discus... |
(6 Credits) | View Schedule |
| SUR 102 |
Introduction to Sterile Processing EquipmentIn this course, students are introduced to equipment used daily in the Sterile Processing department. Students will learn the history, purpose and functionality of sterile processing equipment as well as safe work practices for equipment use. Level I Prerequisite: Academic Reading Level 5; Academic Writing Level 3; High school diploma or GED and 18... |
(2 Credits) | View Schedule |
| SUR 108 |
Sterile Processing ClinicalIn this course, students will work under the supervision of the team leaders and department managers in a clinical setting. Students will demonstrate professional behaviors and effective communication skills. Students will actively participate in the process of decontamination, set assembly, sterilization, sterile storage, and distribution of steri... |
(2 Credits) | View Schedule |
| SUR 109 |
Sterile Processing SeminarIn this capstone course, students will review material and learn test-taking skills in preparations for the Healthcare Sterile Processing Application (HSPA) certification exam. The creation of résumés and development of interview and job search strategies will also be examined. Level I Prerequisite: Academic Reading Level 5; Academic Writing Leve... |
(1 Credit) | View Schedule |
| SUR 110 |
Introduction to Surgical Technology/Surgical PatientIn this course, students will examine legal concepts and ethical issues relating to surgical patients as well as the physical environment of the operating room (OR), safety standards, hazards, and disease transmission. Surgical conscience and its application, along with components of effective surgical teamwork are discussed. In the lab environment... |
(5 Credits) | View Schedule |
| SUR 170 |
Surgical PharmacologyIn this course, students will define anesthesia and be introduced to the duties and roles performed by the operating room (OR) team during drug administration. Students will learn to identify the actions, uses, side effects, contraindications and administration of drugs and anesthetic agents in the care of the surgical patients. Safe practices and ... |
(2 Credits) | View Schedule |
| SUR 180 |
Surgical Procedures IIn this course, students will be introduced to diagnostic and surgical procedures used in general surgery, obstetrics and gynecological surgery, as well as genitourinary procedures. This course provides a study of anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, pharmacology and microbiology as it relates to surgical intervention. Level I Prerequisite: Aca... |
(3 Credits) | View Schedule |
| SUR 181 |
Surgical Procedures I LabIn this course, students will learn the principles of introductory surgical procedures. Students apply these principles in a lab environment to practice and perform essential skills required in the surgical setting. Students are introduced to specific instruments, equipment and supplies in general gynecological (obstetrics) and genitourinary surger... |
(2 Credits) | View Schedule |
| SUR 210 |
Surgical Procedures IIIn this course, students will be introduced to diagnostic and surgical procedures used in ophthalmic, otorhinolaryngology, oral and maxillofacial, orthopedic, plastic, cardiothoracic, peripheral vascular and neurosurgery. This course provides a relevant study of anatomy and physiology, the introduction to disease, tumors, fluid and hemodynamic diso... |
(3 Credits) | View Schedule |
| SUR 211 |
Surgical Procedures II LabIn this course, students will apply the principles of surgical procedures in the lab environment. Students are introduced to specific instruments, equipment and supplies relating to otorhinolaryngology, orthopedic, oral and maxillofacial, plastic, ophthalmic, cardiothoracic, peripheral vascular and neurosurgery. Level I Prerequisite: Academic Readi... |
(2 Credits) | View Schedule |
| SUR 231 |
Clinical Education IIn this course, students will learn, practice and perform essential skills required in preoperative (preop) surgery, the post anesthesia care unit (PACU), the central sterile processing department (CSPD), and the operating room (OR), all in a clinical environment. While under the supervision of the OR staff, students will demonstrate and practice m... |
(2 Credits) | View Schedule |
| SUR 241 |
Clinical Education IIIn this course, students further develop the clinical skills needed in the perioperative setting. In this final clinical rotation, the student will exhibit a more independent role, while under the continued supervision of the surgical team. Students actively participate in all phases of the perioperative process. Level I Prerequisite: Academic Read... |
(4 Credits) | View Schedule |
| SUR 250 |
Surgical Technology SeminarIn this capstone course, students will prepare to care and advocate for the surgical patient. This course entails a combination of research, theory and reflective learning (lab and clinical experience). In this course, students will develop their personal resume, as well as work on interview skills and present their resume in a "mock" panel intervi... |
(3 Credits) | View Schedule |
| SUR 270 |
Biomedical Science and Minimally Invasive SurgeryIn this course, students are introduced to the areas of information technology, interventional radiology, electricity, laser and robotics as they apply to the surgical technologist role in minimally invasive surgery. As surgical equipment becomes more technical, understanding the fundamental principles of these technologies is essential to the entr... |
(2 Credits) | View Schedule |
Revised on February 5, 2026