Course Descriptions
College 101 10890101 Students gain skills that lead to success in college, employment, and life. Students should take this course in their first semester.( Pre-requisite: None.) Course Typically Offered: Summer Fall Spring
Basic Anatomy 10806189 Examines concepts of anatomy and physiology as they relate to health careers. Learners correlate anatomical and physiological terminology to all body systems.( Prerequisite: Next Gen Rdg score greater / equal to 250; OR ACT Reading score greater / equal to 15; OR preparatory courses-contact an academic advisor at 920-498-5444) Course Typically Offered: Summer Fall Spring
Developmental Psychology 10809188 Developmental Psychology is the study of human development throughout the lifespan. This course explores developmental theory and research with an emphasis on the interactive nature of the biological, cognitive, and psychosocial changes that affect the individual from conception to death. Application activities and critical thinking skills will enable students to gain an increased knowledge and understanding of themselves and others.( 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 greater / equal to 15; OR 10-831-107, College Reading and Writing with a " B " or better). 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
ST: Infection Control 10512143 Examines the structure, general classification, reproduction, and transmission of microorganisms. Emphasis is placed on the practice of sterile technique and how it impacts infection control in the health care setting.( Prerequisites: Accepted into the Surgical Technologist Program) Course Typically Offered: Summer Fall Spring
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
Intro to Surgical Technology 10512125 Provides the foundational knowledge of the occupational environment. Principles of sterilization and disinfection are learned. Surgical instruments are introduced. Preoperative patient care concepts are simulated. Lab practice is included.( Prerequisites: 10-806-189, Basic Anatomy; 10-501-101, Medical Terminology; 10-512-143, ST: Infection Control; Co-requisite: 10-512-126, Surgical Tech Fundamentals 1) Course Typically Offered:
Surg Tech Fund 1 10512126 Focuses on preparing the patient and operating room for surgery. Principles of sterile technique are emphasized as the student moves into the scrub role. Lab practice is included.( Prerequisites: 10-806-189, Basic Anatomy; 10-501- 101, Medical Terminology; 10-512-143, ST: Infection Control; Corequisites: 10-512-125, Intro to Surgical Technology) Course Typically Offered:
Surgical Pharmacology 10512129 Basic study of drug classifications, care, and handling of drugs and solutions, application of mathematical principles in dosage calculations, terminology related to pharmacology, anesthesia, and drugs used in surgery.( Prerequisites: 10-512-125, Intro to Surgical Technology; 10-512-126, Surgical Tech Fundamentals 1) Course Typically Offered:
Surgical Tech Fund 2 10512128 Focuses on enhancing surgical technology skills while functioning as a sterile team member. Lab is included.( Prerequisites: 10-512-126, Surgical Technology Fundamentals 1; 10-501-101, Medical Terminology; 10-512-125, Intro to Surgical Technology; 10-512-143, ST: Infection Control; Corequisite: 10-512-129, Surgical Pharmacology) Course Typically Offered:
Surgical Skills Application 10512130 Provides a transition from the academic to the clinical setting. Learners integrate the surgical technologist skills as they apply to various surgical procedures.( Prerequisites: 10-512-125, Intro to Surgical Technology; 10-512-126, Surgical Tech Fundamentals 1; Corequisites: 10-512-128, Surgical Tech Fundamentals 2; 10-512-129, Surgical Pharmacology) Course Typically Offered:
Intro to Diversity Studies 10809172 This course introduces the study of diversity from a local to a global perspective using a holistic, interdisciplinary approach that encourages exploration and prepares students to work in a diverse environment. The course introduces basic diversity concepts, examines the impact of bias and power differentials among groups, explores the use of culturally responsive communication strategies, and compares forces that shape diversity in an international context.( 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 greater / equal to 15; OR 10-831-107, College Reading and Writing with a B or better.) Course Typically Offered: Summer Fall Spring
Surgical Technology Clinical 1 10512132 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.( Prerequisites: 10-512- 128, Surgical Tech Fundamentals 2; 10-512-130, Surgical Skills Application) Course Typically Offered:
Exploring Surgical Issues 10512127 Explores a variety of issues related to surgical technology. Emphasis is placed is on becoming a professional member of the surgical team.( Prerequisites: 10-512-125, Intro to Surgical Technology; 10-512-126, Surgical Tech Fundamentals 1) Course Typically Offered:
Surgical Interventions 1 10512131 Provides the foundational knowledge of surgical core and specialty procedures. Examines the pathophysiology, diagnostic interventions, health sciences, and surgical techniques for a variety of procedures.( Prerequisites: 10-512-128, Surgical Tech Fundamentals 2; 10-512-130, Surgical Skills Application) Course Typically Offered:
Surgical Technology Clinical 2 10512133 Further experience in a clinical setting allows the student to continue to improve technical skills while accepting more responsibilities during surgical procedures.( Prerequisite: 10-512-132, ST Clinical Practice 1; Corequisite: 10-512- 131, Surgical Interventions 1) Course Typically Offered:
Surgical Interventions II 10512142 Expands knowledge of core and specialty surgical procedures by incorporating pathophysiology, diagnostic interventions, health sciences, and surgical techniques.( Prerequisites: 10-512-131, Surgical Interventions 1; 10-512-133, Surgical Technology Clinical 2)
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