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basic chemical concepts, the cell, tissues, glands and membranes, skin, bones and joints,
muscles, coordination and control, sense organs, the circulatory system, the lymphatic system,
respiration, digestion, the urinary system and reproduction. Co-requisites: ST1009, ST2003,
ST1102, ST1001, and ST1201.The course includes the following number of contact hours:
Theory - 60 contact hours.

ST 1001
Microbiology for Surgical Technology 1 Credit Hour
A basis for understanding of sterile technique and asepsis is provided through an introduction to
microbiology. Topics covered include: historical background, cellular structure, fluid movement,
microorganisms, immunology, hypersensitivity, process of infection and inflammatory
processes. Co-requisites: ST1009, ST2003, ST1102, ST1004, and ST1201.The course includes
the following number of contact hours: Theory - 15 contact hours.

ST 2003
Fundamental Clinical Practicum I 3 Credit Hours
Provides students the opportunity to apply knowledge and skills obtained in previous and
concurrent courses in the clinical setting. During the supervised clinical experience the student
works side by side with experienced surgical technologists in the operating room. Co-requisites:
ST1009, ST1001, ST1102, ST1004, and ST1201. The course includes the following number of
contact hours: Clinical Laboratory - 135 contact hours.

ST 3008
Advanced Surgical Techniques 8 Credit Hours
The course builds on the knowledge base and skills gained in ST1009, ST1102, and ST2003.
Course content includes: pharmacological aspects of perioperative care, interpersonal
relationships and communications with the surgical team, advanced levels of perioperative care,
pathophysiology, and advanced surgical procedures for each surgical specialty. Prerequisites:
Successful completion of all semester one courses. Co-requisites: ST3002, ST3006, ST3101 and
ST 4003. The course includes the following number of contact hours: Theory – 129.5 contact
hours.

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