Course Descriptions
College 101 10890101 Students will utilize digital tools and resources to assess , explore , practice , apply , and evaluate both employability and learning skills . By establishing NWTC cultural values as hallmarks of success in academic , career , and personal settings the course encourages reflective , personalized development of a growth mindset and emphasizes the importance of making wise choices . To maximize the return on investment , students should take this course in their first semester as it identifies key expectations ( hidden rules ) of higher learning and professional employment . Course Typically Offered : Summer Fall Spring
Medical Terminology 10501101 Focuses on the component parts of medical terms : prefixes , suffixes , and root words . Students practice formation , analysis and reconstruction of terms . Emphasis on spelling , definition and pronunciation . Introduction to operative , diagnostic , therapeutic and symptomatic terminology of all body systems , as well as systemic and surgical terminology . Course Typically Offered : Summer Fall Spring
Human Body in Health & Disease 31509302 Students learn to recognize human body structure and function in health and disease states . Students explore the causes , signs , and symptoms of diseases of the major body systems as well as the diagnostic procedures , usual treatment , prognosis , and prevention of diseases commonly diagnosed and treated in the medical office setting .( Prerequisite / Corequisite : 10-501-101 , Medical Terminology ). Course Typically Offered : Summer Fall Spring
ST : Infection Control 31512326 Covers the structure , general classification , reproduction and transmission of microorganisms . Emphasis will be placed on the practice of sterile technique and its impact on infection control in the health care setting . Course Typically Offered :
Oral / Interpersonal Comm 10801196 This course focuses on developing effective listening techniques and verbal and nonverbal communication skills through oral presentation , group activity , and other projects . The study of self , conflict , and cultural contexts will be explored , as well as their impact on communication . ( Prerequisite : Next Gen Rdg score greater / equal to 250 AND Writing score greater / equal to 237 ; OR ACT Rdg score greater / equal to 16 AND English score greater / equal to 16 ; OR preparatory course-contact an academic advisor at 920-498-5444 ) Course Typically Offered : Summer Fall Spring
ST : Introduction 31512327 Provides the foundational knowledge of disinfection , sterilization , infection control , and asepsis . Legal and ethical issues encountered in the healthcare environment are explored . Simulated laboratory practice enables the learner to develop beginning technical skills . ( Prerequisites : 31-509-302 , Human Body in Health & Disease ; 10-501-101 , Medical Terminology ; Accepted into the Surgical Technologist Program ; Corequisite : 31-512-326 , ST : Infection Control ) Course Typically Offered : Fall Spring
ST : Fundamentals 1 31512328 Includes the basic clinical skills needed by the Surgical Technologist in the scrub role . Learners develop skills in identifying basic instrumentation , supplies , drains , catheters , dressings and sponges . Includes practice experience in creating a sterile field , draping , passing instruments and supplies , performing counts and preparing supplies . ( Prerequisites : 31-509-302 , Human Body in Health & Disease ; 10-501-101 , Medical Terminology ; 31-512-326 , ST : Infection Control ) Course Typically Offered : Fall Spring
ST : Fundamentals 2 31512329 Builds upon and reinforces the role of the Surgical Technologist as a member of the operating room team . Discusses care of the patient before , during and after surgery with emphasis on surgical wounds , wound closure material , and vital signs . Includes lecture and lab experiences . ( Corequisites : 31-512-327 , ST : Introduction ; 31-512-328 , ST : Fundamentals 1 ) Course Typically Offered : Fall Spring
ST : Clinical 1 31512330 Apply basic surgical theories , principles , and procedural techniques in the operating room . Students begin to function as team members under the guidance of the instructor and authorized clinical personnel . ( Corequisites : 31-512-327 , ST : Intro to Surg Tech ; 31-512-328 , ST : Fundamentals 1 ) Course Typically Offered : Fall Spring
ST : Bridge to Clinical 2 31512340 Further experience in a clinical setting allows the student to continue to improve technical skills while accepting more responsibilities during surgical procedures . ( Corequisite : 31-512-330 , ST : Clinical 1 ) Course Typically Offered : Fall Spring
ST : Clinical 2 31512332 Further experience in a clinical setting allows the student to continue to improve technical skills while accepting more responsibilities during surgical procedures . ( Prerequisites : 31-512-329 , ST : Fundamentals 2 ; 31-512-330 , ST : Clinical 1 ; Corequisites : 31-512-331 , ST : Surgical Procedures ; 31-512-339 , ST : Bridge to Clinical 2 ) Course Typically Offered : Summer Spring
ST : Clinical 3 31512334 Enhances the student ' s technical experience and employee skills . Serves as a transition between student and employee . Application of advanced skills for the entry-level surgical technologist in the clinical setting . ( Corequisites : 31-512-332 , ST : Clinical 2 ; 31-512-331 , ST : Surgical Procedures ) Course Typically Offered : Summer Spring
ST : Surgical Procedures 31512331 Provides the foundational knowledge of surgical core and specialty procedures . Examines pathophysiology , diagnostic interventions , and surgical interventions for a variety of surgical procedures . Incorporates integration of basic health sciences and technical knowledge to complete a plan of action for a surgical procedure . ( Prerequisites : 31-512-329 , ST : Fundamentals 2 ; 31-512-330 , ST : Clinical 1 ) Course Typically Offered : Summer Spring
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