Aug 06, 2026  
2026-2027 College Catalog 
    
2026-2027 College Catalog

STP 121 - Introduction to Surgical Technology


3 Credit Hour(s)
3 Lecture Hour(s)
0 Lab Hours(s)
Prerequisite(s): Accecptance into the Surgical Technology Program, BIO 205  or BIO 206  with C or better
This course introduces the student to the broad field of surgical technology. The role of the surgical technologist, the environment with the surgical suite, the needs of the surgical patient, work ethic, moral and legal issues, and the skills for developing professional attributes needed in the career are also explored.