SGT 221 Surgical Technology Internship

In this course, students receive learning experiences in advanced surgical interventions in general and specialty surgery in clinical rotations in the operating room of an affiliated healthcare institution. Students assume the role of surgical technologist during actual surgical procedures in this internship to complete the number of cases required to take the certification exam.

Credits

12

Prerequisite

Prerequisite: SGT 210 and SGT 213 and SGT 220 and SGT 223

See Course Syllabus

Course Number and Title:

SGT 221 Surgical Technology Internship

Campus Location

  • Dover

Prerequisites

Prerequisite: SGT 210 and SGT 213 and SGT 220 and SGT 223

Course Credits and Hours

12 credit(s)

0 lecture hours/week

36 lab hours/week

Course Description

In this course, students receive learning experiences in advanced surgical interventions in general and specialty surgery in clinical rotations in the operating room of an affiliated healthcare institution. Students assume the role of surgical technologist during actual surgical procedures in this internship to complete the number of cases required to take the certification exam.

Required Text(s)

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Evaluation Criteria/Policies

The grade will be determined using the Delaware Tech grading system:

90-100 = A
80-89 = B
70-79 = C
0-69 = F
Students should refer to the Catalog/Student Handbook for information on the Academic Standing Policy, the Academic Integrity Policy, Student Rights and Responsibilities, and other policies relevant to their academic progress.

Core Curriculum Competencies (CCCs are the competencies every graduate will develop)

  1. Apply clear and effective communication skills.
  2. Use critical thinking to solve problems.
  3. Collaborate to achieve a common goal.
  4. Demonstrate professional and ethical conduct.
  5. Use information literacy for effective vocational and/or academic research.
  6. Apply quantitative reasoning and/or scientific inquiry to solve practical problems.

Students in Need of Accommodations Due to a Disability

We value all individuals and provide an inclusive environment that fosters equity and student success. The College is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities. Students are encouraged to schedule an appointment with the campus Disabilities Support Counselor to request an accommodation needed due to a disability. The College's policy on accommodations for persons with disabilities can be found in the College's Guide to Requesting Academic Accommodations and/or Auxiliary Aids Students may also access the Guide and contact information for Disabilities Support Counselors through the Student Resources web page under Disabilities Support Services, or visit the campus Advising Center.

Minimum Technology Requirements

Minimum technology requirements for online, hybrid, video conferencing and web conferencing courses.