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Catalog Description Hours: 63 (36 lecture, 27 laboratory) Description: Introduction to the principles of pharmacology and medication forms, routes of administration, and common medication for each body system as used in the ambulatory setting. (letter grade only) (not transferable) Course Student Learning Outcomes CSLO #1: Describe the basics of pharmacology as it applies to drug forms, routes of administration and interpreting medication orders. CSLO #2: Identify and match medications to various body systems as it relates to diseases and disorders. Effective Term Fall 2026 Course Type Credit - Degree-applicable Contact Hours 63 Outside of Class Hours 72 Total Student Learning Hours 135 Course Objectives Lecture Objectives: 1. Illustrate the basics of pharmacology as it applies to drug forms and all routes of administration. 2. Interpret medication orders. 3. Choose appropriate medications for various body systems as it relates to diseases and disorders. Lab Objectives: 1. Identify drug forms and routes of administration. 2. Determine the process of interpreting the Physician’s Medication Order along with documentation of those orders. 3. Show proficiency in matching medications to various body systems as it relates to diseases and disorders. General Education Information Approved College Associate Degree GE Applicability CSU GE Applicability (Recommended-requires CSU approval) Cal-GETC Applicability (Recommended - Requires External Approval) IGETC Applicability (Recommended-requires CSU/UC approval) Articulation Information Not Transferable Methods of Evaluation Classroom Discussions Example: After completion of specific chapter, students will be required to post a response to discussion board via LMS and reply to at least one student question. Standard Grading. Example question: Which route(s) of administration might be considered if the patient is unable to keep food or liquids down? Explain your answer. Objective Examinations Example: After completion of specific chapter (online), students will be required to take weekly quizzes and submit via LMS for grade. Standard Grading. Example: Chapter 5 on Reading/Interpreting and Documenting Medication 1.Interpret the following: Lasix 20 mg tab i q.d. at 9am and again at 3pm prn edema. Correct answer would be “Lasix 20 mg one tablet each day at 9 in the morning and again at 3 in the afternoon if needed for edema. (or as needed for) Reports Example: Students will be required to complete and submit via LMS a summary paper on the SLO’s for this course. Standard Grading. Instructor will set up Peer Review of summary papers in addition to Standard Grading. Repeatable No Methods of Instruction Laboratory Lecture/Discussion Distance Learning Lab: Students will study and do exercises pertaining to drug forms and routes of administration such as oral (solids/liquids), percutaneous medications (topical/transdermal/aerosol/patches and Disks/vaginal/urethral/rectal/and nasal sprays), Parenteral medications and other forms such as pellets, implants and enemas. Students will be graded on the Critical Thinking Exercises presented in the form of Scenarios. In addition, students will answer Chapter Review Questions and submit via LMS for grade. Students will perform Critical Thinking Exercises and Review Questions and be evaluated on their knowledge of a) interpreting the Physician’s Medication Orders, b) Documenting Prescriptions, c) abbreviations used in prescriptions. Students will take a Pharmacology Competency Evaluation and submit via LMS for grade. Lecture: Instructor will assign Chapter specific reading and a PowerPoint lecture on the basics of pharmacology as it applies to drug forms and all routes of administration. Students will ask questions via LMS as this is an online course. Students will also be required to Post and Reply on the discussion board on a Chapter specific question. Instructor will assign Chapter specific reading and a PowerPoint lecture on understanding and interpreting medication orders. Students will ask questions via LMS as this is an online course. Students will also be required to Post and Reply on the discussion board on a Chapter Specific question. Instructor will assign Chapter specific reading and a PowerPoint lecture on medications for various body systems as it relates to diseases and disorders. Students will ask questions via LMS as this is an online course. Students will also be required to Post and Reply on the discussion board on a Chapter specific question. Distance Learning Students will be given examples of medications within a body system – e.g. Medications for Skin Conditions (Chapter 22). An example here would be topical antibiotics for skin or topical antifungal medications. Students will perform Critical Thinking Exercises and Review Questions for each body system and submit via LMS for grade. Typical Out of Class Assignments Reading Assignments Section reading in textbook: 1. Basics of Pharmacology. Students will then post response on discussion board to "What is the difference between a typical side effect and an adverse reaction?" 2. Interpreting medication labels and prescriptions. Students will then post response on discussion board to "What are some common warnings found on drug labels?" and "Why is it important for pharmacy staff to review these with patients?" Writing, Problem Solving or Performance 1. Complete weekly lesson assignment on the Basics of Pharmacology section and submit via LMS. 2. Complete weekly quiz on the Basics of Pharmacology and submit via LMS. Other (Term projects, research papers, portfolios, etc.) 1. Write a summary paper on student learning outcomes for this course and submit via LMS for grade and feedback from instructor. Required Materials Pharmacology Clear and Simple Author: Watkins, Cynthia J Publisher: F.A. Davis Publication Date: 2022 Text Edition: 4th Classic Textbook?: OER Link: OER: Other materials and-or supplies required of students that contribute to the cost of the course.

Catalog Description Prerequisite: Completion of HSCI 0003, BIOL 0004, and BIOL 0055 or BIOL 0005 and BIOL 0006 with grade(s) of "C" or better Corequisite: Concurrent enrollment in ALH 0023 Hours: 135 (108 lecture, 27 laboratory) Description: Review human anatomy and physiology for surgical procedures and common disease states requiring surgical intervention. Also covers medications used during surgery. Concepts of microbiology and basic physics are discussed as they are applied to operating room procedures and practices. Introduces operating room protocols and procedures, aseptic techniques, disinfection, sterilization, instruments, and equipment. (letter grade only) (not transferable) Course Student Learning Outcomes CSLO #1: Identify and evaluate the roles of the surgical technologist, the different types of healthcare facilities and the associated career paths of this discipline.\\n\\n CSLO #2: Identify and describe the physical concepts supporting the equipment used in the operating room. CSLO #3: Analyze and interpret the verbal medical terminology and nonverbal communication used in surgical settings to anticipate the needs of the surgeon. CSLO #4: Assess strategies for the attainment of effective team goals in the surgical environment. Effective Term Fall 2026 Course Type Credit - Degree-applicable Contact Hours 135 Outside of Class Hours 216 Total Student Learning Hours 351 Course Objectives Lecture: Combine prefixes, word roots, and suffixes to create medical terms. Describe the characteristics of the professional surgical technologist and the credentialing options available. Define and describe the types of communication relationships, significance of content and tone, and methods for successful surgical team participation. Compare and contrast individual skills vs. collaboration roles and responsibilities. Identify and evaluate the skills and methods necessary to resolve conflict in the surgical arena. Review the American Hospital Association’s (AHA) Patient Care Partnership. Discuss principles of patient confidentiality, including verbal and written. Summarize the intentions of risk management. Evaluate personal employability qualities and develop an employment strategy that includes positive characteristics. Discuss the purpose of informed consent. Describe the documents found in the surgical patient's chart. Identify surgical incision selection based upon proper planning. Compare the different roles of the team members in the surgical setting. Describe the healthcare facility (HCF) departments that provide direct and indirect patient care. Evaluate the holistic needs of the surgical patient. Identify the purposes, uses, and handling of the various types of equipment in the perioperative arena. Laboratory: Compare the manufacturing characteristics and grades of surgical instruments. Apply knowledge of surgical instrumentation to specific surgical specialties. Explain the principles of selecting and handling the various types of surgical supplies. Evaluate the selection of surgical supplies. Describe the terms related to asepsis and sterile technique. Evaluate sources of contamination and pathology. Discuss principles and practices of sterile technique. Define terms related to sterile processing. Describe the manual methods used for cleaning surgical instrumentation and equipment. Analyze the requirements for sterilizing items. Describe the purposes of surgical attire. Explain the principles associated with and the proper methods for opening the sterile field and sterile items. Analyze special circumstances that require adjusting the normal routine for establishing the sterile field. Describe the considerations that are important to maintaining hand and skin integrity. Discuss the concepts of the surgical scrub as related to infection control. Describe and evaluate the methods of gowning and gloving. Describe the purpose of surgical counts. Explain the application of drapes to equipment and furniture. General Education Information Approved College Associate Degree GE Applicability CSU GE Applicability (Recommended-requires CSU approval) Cal-GETC Applicability (Recommended - Requires External Approval) IGETC Applicability (Recommended-requires CSU/UC approval) Articulation Information Not Transferable Methods of Evaluation Classroom Discussions Example: Review various methods of cleaning different surgical instrumentation and equipment. Students must explain examples of various methods and engage in open-class discussion with peers. Skill Demonstrations Example: Students must properly perform sterile gowning and gloving. Students will be evaluated by direct observation following standard operating procedures. Repeatable No Methods of Instruction Laboratory Lecture/Discussion Distance Learning Lab: Following lecture and discussion, instructor will demonstrate proper hand-washing techniques. Students will practice skill and show proficiency before procedural check-off. Following lecture and discussion, instructor will demonstrate sterile gowning and gloving. Students will practice skill and show proficiency before procedural check-off. Lecture: Instructor PowerPoint presentation on medical terminology. Students will discuss and practice using various word elements and structure to understand how to create medical terms. Distance Learning Student will be given examples of manufacturing characteristics and grades of surgical instruments - e.g. Instrumentation, Equipment, and Supplies (Chapter 10) . Students will compare and contrast each while performing Critical Thinking Exercise on the characteristics and grade then submit via the LMS for grading. Instructor will assess each submission for accuracy as well as critical thinking of processes of each student. Typical Out of Class Assignments Reading Assignments 1. Students are assigned appropriate chapters from the Surgical Technology text that correspond to the lecture each week. Read section in textbook on aseptic techniques to prepare for discussion in class. 2. Read section in textbook on principles associated with the proper methods for opening the sterile field and sterile items and identify the key principles as well as outline the step for each technique. Writing, Problem Solving or Performance Student will engage in discussion board assignments such as comparing different manufacturing characteristics and grades of surgical instruments. Other (Term projects, research papers, portfolios, etc.) Students will read case studies related to lecture content such as the diverse operating room attire and various industry best practices. Required Materials Surgical Technology for the Surgical Technologist: A Positive Care Approach Author: Association of Surgical Technologists Publisher: Cengage Publication Date: January, 2024 Text Edition: 6th Classic Textbook?: OER Link: OER: Study Guide for the Association of Surgical Technologists' Surgical Technology for the Surgical Technologist: A Positive Care Approach Author: Association of Surgical Technologists Publisher: Cengage Publication Date: May 2024 Text Edition: 6th Classic Textbook?: OER Link: OER: Other materials and-or supplies required of students that contribute to the cost of the course. Appropriate scrubs and shoes.