Surgical Technology Course Catalog
Use this course outline to follow your Surgical Technology education from classroom instruction to clinical training. See how each semester prepares you for a career in the operating room.
Attending college is more than just collecting credits — there's a carefully designed path that builds your knowledge, skills, and expertise step by step. On this page, you'll find a complete, semester-by-semester breakdown of all the courses required to graduate.
On-Campus (2026-2027)
Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) Degree
20 Months (4 Semesters, 1 Summer Session)Credits Required for Graduation: 69
First Year – Fall Semester
| Course Code | Course Title | Clock Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| SURG 100 | Introduction To Surgical Technology | 112 | 4 |
| SURG 105 | Introduction To Sterilization | 28 | 1 |
| SURG 110 | Surgical Foundations | 56 | 2 |
| BIOL 221 | Human Anatomy * | 90 | 4 |
| MA 115 | Medical Terminology (MA) | 45 | 3 |
| Selected Communications Course (choose one) | 45 | 3 | |
| Total | 376 | 17 | |
First Year – Spring Semester
| Course Code | Course Title | Clock Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| SURG 115 | Surgical Practices I | 84 | 3 |
| SURG 120 | Surgical Procedures I | 140 | 5 |
| CSC 100 | Computer Concepts | 15 | 1 |
| PHGY 210 | Introduction To Human Physiology | 60 | 4 |
| SOC 105 | Sociology And Ethics For Surgical Technology | 45 | 3 |
| Total | 344 | 16 |
First Year – Summer Session
| Course Code | Course Title | Clock Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| SURG 125 | Professional Prep For Surgical Technology | 56 | 2 |
| SURG 130 | Surgical Practices II | 56 | 2 |
| Selected Behavioral Science Course (choose one) | 45 | 2 | |
| Total | 157 | 6 | |
Second Year – Fall Semester
| Course Code | Course Title | Clock Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| SURG 200 | Surgical Procedures II | 140 | 5 |
| SURG 205 | Clinical I | 240 | 4 |
| SURG 210 | Surgical Pharmacology And Anesthesia | 64 | 3 |
| CPR 112 | Basic Life Support (Bls) For Healthcare Workers | 8 | 0.5 |
| CSS 100 | Career Search Strategies | 8 | .5 |
| Selected Mathematics Course (choose one) | 45 | 3 | |
| Total | 505 | 16 | |
Second Year – Spring Semester
| Course Code | Course Title | Clock Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| SURG 215 | Entering The Surgical Technology Profession | 56 | 2 |
| SURG 220 | Surgical Technology Seminar | 28 | 1 |
| SURG 225 | Clinical II | 360 | 6 |
| MICRO 231 | General Microbiology | 60 | 4 |
| Total | 504 | 13 |
Students will select a course in the area listed to meet general education requirements. Courses marked with an asterisk (*) can be transferred directly to the university system. Students should speak with an advisor before doing so.