SUR-120 Surgical Procedures I

Credits: 8
Contact Hours: Lec 5 Practicum 9
Tier Rate: Tier III
This course is designed to instruct the learner to identify the operative sequence for surgical procedures. Emphasis is placed on surgical anatomy, equipment, and supplies needed for each procedure and surgical sequence. Areas studied include general surgery, gastrointestinal surgery, obstetrics and gynecology, genitourinary, ophthalmic, ear and nose, and laser surgeries. Students will be assigned to cases in the operating room where they will learn to become proficient in their skills. Sterile technique will be practiced. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in SUR 106 and SUR 110.