ALH 0022. Basic Sciences for Surgical Technology

Units: 6.5
Prerequisite: Completion of HSCI 3 and BIOL 55 or BIOL 5 and BIOL 6 with grade(s) of "C" or better
Hours: 135 (108 lecture, 27 laboratory)
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)