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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.

Catalog Description Prerequisite: Completion of ALH 0022, ALH 0023, ALH 0024, and ALH 0025 with grades of "C" or better Hours: 18 lecture Description: Preparation and review for the Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) examination offered by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting. (letter grade only) (not transferable) Course Student Learning Outcomes CSLO #1: Successfully pass a sample "Certified Surgical Technologist" credentialing exam. Effective Term Fall 2026 Course Type Credit - Degree-applicable Contact Hours 18 Outside of Class Hours 36 Total Student Learning Hours 54 Course Objectives Demonstrate understanding of the importance of certification and professional development Apply effective reading and test taking strategies to understand and correctly answer test questions Develop efficient and organized study habits Improve comprehension and retention of surgical technologist certification concepts Apply results of a Practice Certification Exam to identify their study goals. 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 a section of the certification exam study guide, Students will be required to discuss and respond to critical thinking exercises. Standard Grading. Example Question: Discuss Common study habits and their pros and cons for standardized exams. Students will research and discuss common study habits and their pros and cons for standardized exams. Repeatable No Methods of Instruction Lecture/Discussion Distance Learning Lecture: Instructor lecture on certification steps and help students develop study habits to pass their certification exam. Students will prepare and take the practice credentialing exam and return to class with results to focus on areas of concern. Distance Learning Instructor will present the lesson for an interactive discussion on the topic of study techniques and active recall to promote long-term memory and retention for Improve comprehension. Instructor will also create and facilitate Practice Tests so the students will become familiar with the exam format, reduce test-day anxiety, and improve time management skills. Within the discussion of study techniques for the practice tests, the students will explain their own study techniques and share it with their peers for an interactive learning. Typical Out of Class Assignments Reading Assignments Students will be required to follow an outline of the Surgical Technology certification exam study guide and read and review concept areas of various Surgical Technologist textbooks assigned during the program Writing, Problem Solving or Performance Each student will review the outlines of past courses and provided exam material from Certified Surgical Technology Exam Practice test to note areas of study to dedicate preparation time and time management skills. Other (Term projects, research papers, portfolios, etc.) Students will be required to take the Certified Surgical Technology Practice Exam available to them as part of their membership in the Association of Surgical Technologists Required Materials Surgical Instrumentation Author: Katrina A. Schroeder Publisher: Cengage Publication Date: 2024 Text Edition: 3 Classic Textbook?: OER Link: OER: Surgical Technology for the Surgical Technologist Textbook Author: Cengage Publisher: Cengage Publication Date: 2025 Text Edition: 6 Classic Textbook?: OER Link: OER: Surgical Technology Exam Review Author: Cengage Publisher: Cengage Publication Date: 2021 Text Edition: 1st 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 ALH 0022 and ALH 0023 with grades of "C" or better Corequisite: Concurrent enrollment in ALH 0025 Hours: 297 laboratory Description: Students practice the clinical skills required to demonstrate competency in the operating room. Skills include, but are not limited to aseptic practices such as scrubbing, gowning and gloving, setting up the instrument table, positioning the patient, and passing instruments supplies and medications to the surgeon. Prepares the student for clinical internship. (letter grade only) (not transferable) Course Student Learning Outcomes CSLO #1: Demonstrate the principles of aseptic technique. CSLO #2: Apply proper technique to reduce the risks of physical, chemical and biological hazards to patients and personnel. Effective Term Fall 2026 Course Type Credit - Degree-applicable Contact Hours 297 Outside of Class Hours 0 Total Student Learning Hours 297 Course Objectives Describe the general structure and function of the Operating Room within a healthcare facility. Arrange the furniture and equipment of an operating room for a given surgical procedure. Identify a Major instrument set. Identify supplies common to most surgical procedures. Prepare and maintain a sterile field. Demonstrate safe handling of instruments and supplies. Apply the principles of body mechanics in the transportation and positioning of the surgical patient. Demonstrate professional communication skills. 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 Skill Demonstrations Example: Following the lecture, the instructor will demonstrate safe and proper technique in preparing and maintaining a sterile field. Students will perform these skills with in a mock operating room set-up with appropriate surgical equipment, proper body mechanics, and surgical attire. Repeatable No Methods of Instruction Laboratory Lab: Following lecture and discussion, instructor will demonstrate proper arrangement(s) of furniture and surgical equipment for a given surgical procedure. This will be followed by students performing these tasks/skills in the lab setting with skills checkoff. Following lecture and discussion, instructor will demonstrate how to correctly and safely handle surgical instruments and supplies. This will be followed by students performing these tasks/skills in the lab setting with skills checkoff. Typical Out of Class Assignments Reading Assignments 1. Read section in textbook on the general structure and operating room. Students will identify the key principles of the structure or the operating room. Students will analyze the how and the why of each key principle of the structure and the complications that may arise. 2. Read section in textbook and review the various supplies and instrument sets for surgical procedures. Students will identify the key principles of specific supplies and instrument sets corresponding to the specified surgical procedures. Students will evaluate the implications and reasoning for each procedure in terms of specifics and understanding instruments. Writing, Problem Solving or Performance Read section on Patient Transport and Transfers and respond to critical thinking clinical application questions. For Example: Submit a reflection on the importance of body mechanics when transporting patients and setting up surgical equipment. Other (Term projects, research papers, portfolios, etc.) Write research on case studies on what happens without proper sanitation, disinfection, and sterilization of surgical settings. Required Materials Surgical Instrumentation Author: Patricia Sedlak and Nancymarie Phillips Publisher: Cengage Publication Date: 2023 Text Edition: 3 Classic Textbook?: OER Link: OER: Pocket Guide to the Operating Room Author: Maxine A. Goldman Publisher: FA Davis Publication Date: 2020 Text Edition: 4 Classic Textbook?: OER Link: OER: Pharmacology for the Surgical Technologist Author: Tiffany Howe, Angie Burton Publisher: Elsevier Publication Date: 2025 Text Edition: 6 Classic Textbook?: OER Link: OER: Surgical Technology for the Surgical Technologist Textbook Author: Cengage Publisher: Cengage Publication Date: 2025 Text Edition: 6 Classic Textbook?: OER Link: OER: Other materials and-or supplies required of students that contribute to the cost of the course.

Catalog Description Hours: 99 lecture Corequisite: Concurrent enrollment in ALH 0022 Description: Provides the student with a theoretical and practical understanding of the technology and practices used in caring for a patient undergoing a surgical procedure. Additional material covers the structure and function of a healthcare facility specifically the Operating Room. (letter grade only) (not transferable) Course Student Learning Outcomes CSLO #1: Describe and evaluate preoperative patient preparation and considerations for each procedure. CSLO #2: Evaluate and assess the differences between human homeostasis and technical interventions. CSLO #3: Evaluate and assess the different applications of surgical wound care. Effective Term Fall 2026 Course Type Credit - Degree-applicable Contact Hours 99 Outside of Class Hours 198 Total Student Learning Hours 297 Course Objectives Distinguish between the physiological and psychosocial needs of the patient. Describe three practices common to the operative routine. Demonstrate knowledge of maintaining homeostasis with selected patient care intervention. Identify potential hazards to patients and personnel and list precautions. Describe the principles of body mechanics in the transportation and positioning of the patient. Discuss the goals of anesthesia and practices to achieve these goals. Explain legal terms related to professional liability. Identify a governmental agency and explain its role in regulating surgical patient care. Identify the benefits of effective documentation for healthcare facilities. Demonstrate critical thinking to solve an ethical dilemma. 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: Why must a surgical technologist have good organizational skills to become a surgical first assistant? Explain your answer. Objective Examinations Example: Students will be required to take an objective exam after each unit of study and will achieve at least 70% accuracy. This exam will include definitions of terms related to the unit, application of concepts and ideas that demonstrate comprehension. Students will take examination that includes fill-in blank and matching the correct answers. Standard Grading. Example Questions: Chain of command is: _____________. Answer: An organized hierarchy of personnel positions and authority. Problem Solving Examinations Example: Students will answer chapter specific critical thinking exercises: Example: Differentiate between the terms morbidity vs. mortality A: Answer critical thinking exercises for section in the textbook on postanesthetic recovery. Example Question: Explain why is a focused assessment of the patient performed following general assessment? Repeatable No Methods of Instruction Lecture/Discussion Distance Learning Lecture: Instructor PowerPoint presentation on Maintaining homeostasis and selected patient care interventions. Students will discuss what patient care interventions are appropriate to maintain homeostasis following the presentation. Instructor PowerPoint presentation on a case study using a scenario of a patient in surgery presenting with various examples of psychosocial and physiological needs. Students will then do a case study activity discuss and answer related questions that will require applying skills learned that helps them identify how to respond to the patient's psychosocial and physiological needs. Distance Learning Instructor PowerPoint presentation on Wound Care in the post-operative process. Students will participate in an online discussion on staying within the Surgical Technologists Scope of Work wile assisting with Wound Care. An example: Case Study in the implications of wound care. 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 Students are assigned chapters in their texts that corresponds to the lecture for each week over an 16-week semester. Additional handouts supplement the reading on specific subjects such as Power Surgical Instrumentation and Transportation and Positioning the Patient. Writing, Problem Solving or Performance Creating a project to identify and explore 250 different surgical instruments per semester. Include photographs, diagrams, or illustrations of each instrument to enhance understanding. Introduce the significance of studying surgical instruments, such as their cultural importance, historical evolution, and their role in surgery. Provide a brief description of each instrument, including its physical characteristics, typical materials used in its construction, and any unique features. Other (Term projects, research papers, portfolios, etc.) Students are assigned to a group to discuss an operating room ethical dilemma presented in a written scenario. Following a written format, they are to identify the ethical issues involved, assign the decision to a person in the scenario, and solve the dilemma using ethical and legal principles. Required Materials Surgical Technology for the Surgical Technologist: A Positive Care Approach Author: Association of Surgical Technologists Publisher: Cengage Publication Date: 2025 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: 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.