A "T" located
to the left of the available semester indicates transfer to Murray State University,
Southeast Missouri State University, and Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
as per articulation agreements. These courses will also transfer to most public
four-year institutions in the state of Illinois.
STP 121 INTRODUCTION TO SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY
Fall
This course intends to introduce the student to the broad field of surgical
technology. This introductory course has three basic sections: 1) General
Introductory Information, 2) Introduction to the Basic Principles of Aseptic
Technique, and 3) Introduction to Patient Care.
Credit: 3 hours - Three lecture hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the STP program.
STP 122 PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICE OF SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY
Fall
This course introduces the student to the practice of surgical technology.
The focus of this course is on the skills that are specific all y those of
the scrub and circulator role. The student will demonstrate the proper and
safe execution of procedures and use of equipment. Adequate laboratory time
for the practice and testing of the skills is required.
Credit: 6 hours - Four lecture and four lab hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): STP 121-Intro to Surgical Technology.
STP 123 SURGICAL PROCEDURES I
Spring
This course is designed to prepare students for clinical practice training.
Instruction combines lecture and lab to introduce students to all surgical
specialties.
Credit: 5 hours – Five lecture hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): STP 122-Principles and Practice of Surgical Technology,
STP 127-Pharmacology for Health Professions.
STP 124 SURGICAL PROCEDURES II
Summer
This course is a continuation of Surgical Procedures I and is designed
to prepare students for clinic practice training. Instruction combines lecture
and lab to introduce students to all surgical specialties not covered in
the first course.
Credit: 3 hours - Three lecture hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): STP 123-Surgical Procedures I.
STP 125 CLINICAL ROTATION IN SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY I
Spring
This is a course designed to provide the student with a solid introduction
to the operation room and its routines. This course functions to expand knowledge
gained in the Introduction of Surgical Technology Course and support the
knowledge being gained in the Principles and Practice of Surgical Technology
courses. This course is offered PASS/FAIL.
Credit: 5 hours - Fifteen lab hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): Certified in CPR, STP 122-Principles and Practices of
Surgical Technology, STP 127-Pharmacology for Health Professions, and BIO
210-Intro to Human Anatomy.
STP 126 CLINICAL ROTATION IN SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY II
Summer
This course is a continuation of Clinical Rotation in Surgical Technology
I. It is designed to provide the student with continued exposure to the operating
room and its routines. This course functions to expand knowledge gained to
Introduction to Surgical Technology, Principles and Practice of Surgical
Technology and Clinical Rotation in Surgical Technology I. This course is
offered PASS/FAIL.
Credit: 5 hours - Fifteen lab hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): Certified in CPR, STP 125-Clinical Rotation in Surgical
Technology I, BIO 215-Intro to Human Physiology, and BIO 218-Intro to Microbiology.
STP 127 PHARMACOLOGY FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONS
Fall
Provides basic knowledge of the most commonly used medications. Discusses
commonly prescribed medications such as sedatives, antidepressants, antianxiety
agents, etc. Includes indications, potential adverse reactions, dietary response
to treatment and desired effect.
Credit: 3 hours - Three lecture hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): STP 121-Introduction to Surgical Technology.
