Spring 2025 Course Syllabus
Course: SRGT-1541 (Section: 1, CRN: 10107)
Surgical Procedures I
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Instructor Information
Instructor Donnis Hunter
Email hunterdt@lamarpa.edu
Phone (409) 984-6372
Office Allied Health - Room: 125
Office Hours
 
Office Hours Are by Appointment Only Through Connex ED 
Additional Contact Information
Course Information
Description Introduction to surgical procedures and related pathologies. Emphasis is on surgical procedures related to general, obstetrics/gynecology, genitourinary, otorhinolaryngology and orthopedic surgical specialties incorporating instruments, equipment and supplies required for perioperative patient care.
Required Textbooks Textbook Purchasing Statement: A student attending Lamar State College Port Arthur is not under any obligation to purchase a textbook from the college-affiliated bookstore. The same textbook may also be available from an independent retailer, including an online retailer.

Surgical Technology for The Surgical Technologist: A Positive Care Approach, 6th Edition Textbooks
ISBN – 978-0357625736
A Study Guide to Surgical Technology for the Surgical Technologist A Positive Care Approach, 6th Edition
ISBN – 978-0357625750
Additional Materials/Resources None 
Corequisites/Prerequisites
  • SRGT-1360 Clinical Surgical Tech
  • SRGT-1360 Clinical Surgical Technology
  • SRGT-1405 Introduction to Surgical Technology
  • SRGT-1409 Fundamentals of Perioperative Concepts and Techniques
Learning Outcomes In accordance with the mission of LSC-PA, SRGT 1541 Fundamentals of Perioperative Concepts and Techniques  assists the student to develop the particular skills, knowledge, and attitudes necessary for success as a surgical technologist. Upon successful completion of the course, the student should be able to:

1. Explain the physical, interpersonal, and ethical aspects of operating room environment.

2. Relate basic concepts of surgical pharmacology and anesthesia

3. Identify basic concepts of technological sciences

4. Identify and demonstrate patient care concepts.

5. Exhibits comprehension of content-area reading material.
Program Student Learning Outcomes Upon completion of the Surgical Technology Program graduates will be able to:

1. Uses appropriate terminology related to anatomy and physiology, instruments, suturing, accessory equipment,
and specialized equipment associated with surgical procedures.
2. Operates as a surgical technologist in the scrub role during all basic surgical procedures.
3. Demonstrates a surgical consciousness that promotes maintenance of a sterile field.
4. Practices within the legal and ethical framework of the surgical technologist.
Lecture Topics Outline Week 1 - January 23 - Lecture Ch. 14 Diagnostic Procedures
Week 2 - January 30 - EXAM I Ch. 14 & Workbook Due,  Lecture Ch. 16 General Surgery
Week 3 - February 6  - Lecture Ch. 16 General Surgery
Week 4 - February 13 - EXAM II Ch. 16 & Workbook Due, Lecture Ch. 17 OB/GYN 
Week 5 - February 20 - Lecture Ch. 17 OB/GYN
Week 6 - February 27 - EXAM III Ch. 17 OB/GYN & Workbook Due, Lecture Ch. 22 GU
Week 7 - March 6 - Lecture Ch. 22 GU
Week 8 - March 10-14 SPRING BREAK
Week 9 -  March 20 - Lecture Ch. 22 GU
Week 10 - March 27 - EXAM IV Ch. 22 GU & Workbook Due, Lecture Ch. 23 Ortho 
Week 11 - April 3 - Lecture Ch. 23 Ortho 
Week 12 - April 10 - Lecture Ch. 23 Ortho
Week 13 - April 17 - EXAM V Ch. 23 Ortho & Workbook Due, Lecture Ch. 19 ENT 
Week 14 - April 24 - Lecture Ch. 19 ENT 
Week 15 - May 1 - EXAM VI Ch. 19 ENT & Workbook Due, Review for Final 
Week 16 - May 8 - FINAL EXAM
Major Assignments Schedule Week 2 - January 30 - EXAM I Ch. 14 & Workbook Due
Week 4 - February 13 - EXAM II Ch. 16 & Workbook Due
Week 6 - February 27 - EXAM III Ch. 17 OB/GYN & Workbook Due
Week 10 - March 27 - EXAM IV Ch. 22 GU & Workbook Due
Week 13 - April 17 - EXAM V Ch. 23 Ortho & Workbook Due
Week 15 - May 1 - EXAM VI Ch. 19 ENT & Workbook Due
Week 16 - May 8 - FINAL EXAM
Final Exam Date May 8, 2025 - 8:00 AM   Through  May 8, 2025 - 10:00 AM
Grading Scale 90-100 = A 80-89 = B 75-79 = C 60-74 = D Below 59 = F
Determination of
Final Grade
Exams – 60%
Homework – 20%
Final Exam – 20%
Course Policies
Instructor Policies Classroom is lecture by instructor, with time for questions during lecture, distractions and interruptions will not be tolerated and student could be asked to leave class for the day if noncompliant. Appropriate dress for the classroom is required and expected as to not distract from the learning environment.     
 
Final day to drop a course or withdraw without academic penalty is Monday, February 24, 2025.
Final day to drop a course or withdraw with penalty is Friday, April 18, 2025.

Donnis T Hunter Jr LVN CST FAC is the Program Director for the Surgical Technology Program. 
His personal phone number is 409.728.4511. Please limit your calls or texts to normal business hours. 

Truman Hare CST is the Clinical Coordinator for the Surgical Technology Program.
His personal phone number is 409.454.0750. Please limit your calls or texts to normal business hours. 
Attendance Policy 1. Because poor attendance is a leading reason for termination from a job in all areas of employment, attendance at all scheduled classes and clinical is expected.
2. A student who is absent from course activities for more than three (3) unexcused days may be dropped from the program by the Program Director.
3. Excused absences are only approved with a medical document for the day or other official documents. On the third documented excused absence, the student will be charged one unexcused absence for the semester. This will be enforced on the sixth and the ninth excused documented absence. After nine (9) excused documented absence, or more than three (3) charged unexcused days, or combination of these absences, the Program Director can drop the student for a lack of attendance.  
3. Students on campus but not in class or the surgical unit are considered absent.
4. Late arrival to class or clinical is disruptive. Students who consistently arrive after the beginning of the class (2 or more times) will be counseled and a plan of corrective action determined. Class and clinical will begin promptly at the scheduled time. Students who arrive fifteen (15) minutes after the beginning of class should not enter the classroom and should wait until break to enter.
5. It is the student's responsibility to notify the instructor of any absence. If the student is unable to contact the instructor(s), the student should call 409-984-6356 or 1-800-477-5872 ext. 6356. The student should also email the faculty or call the faculty office and leave a voicemail.
6. Students who arrive after an exam starts, but before it ends, may take the exam without penalty. They are given no additional time.
7. A student must receive direct permission from an instructor before that student leaves a clinical site for the day. If a student leaves a clinical site without permission from an instructor, that student will be subject to probation for the rest of the semester or suspension from the program.
8. A student is considered a “no call, no show” if they fail to arrive in a timely manner to class or clinical without prior communication with an instructor. That student will be subject to probation for the rest of the semester or suspension from the program by the Program Director. 
Additional Information None 
Institutional Policies
MyLSCPA Be sure to check your campus email and Course Homepage using MyLSCPA campus web portal. You can also access your grades, transcripts, academic advisors, degree progress, and other services through MyLSCPA.
Academic Honesty Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSCPA policies (Academic Dishonesty section in the Student Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.
ADA Considerations The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the Disability Services Coordinator, Room 117, in the Student Sucess Center. The phone number is (409) 984-6241.
COVID 19 Information The Lamar State College Port Arthur (LSCPA) Student Code of Conduct COVID 19 Policy requires students who have been diagnosed with COVID 19 to report their condition directly to their local health department. Students should also contact their course faculty to report their quarantine status. In addition, this policy requires all students to wear face coverings when directly exposed to COVID 19 in compliance with the criteria included in the policy. For more information please refer to the COVID 19 link on the LSCPA website.
Facility Policies No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission. Use of electronic devices is prohibited.
HB 2504 This syllabus is part of LSCPA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.
Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse and Neglect As per Texas law and LSCPA policy, all LSCPA employees, including faculty, are required to report allegations or disclosures of child abuse or neglect to the designated authorities, which may include a local or state law enforcement agency or the Texas Department of Family Protective Services. For more information about mandatory reporting requirements, see LSCPA's Policy and Procedure Manual.
Title IX and Sexual Misconduct LSCPA is committed to establishing and maintaining an environment that is free from all forms of sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, sexual violence, and other forms of sexual misconduct. All LSCPA employees, including faculty, have the responsibility to report disclosures of sexual misconduct, including sexual harassment, sexual assault (including rape and acquaintance rape), domestic violence, dating violence, relationship violence, or stalking, to LSCPA's Title IX Coordinator, whose role is to coordinate the college's response to sexual misconduct. For more information about Title IX protections, faculty reporting responsibilities, options for confidential reporting, and the resources available for support visit LSCPA's Title IX website.
Clery Act Crime Reporting For more information about the Clery Act and crime reporting, see the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report and the Campus Security website.

Grievance / Complaint / Concern If you have a grievance, complaint, or concern about this course that has not been resolved through discussion with the Instructor, please consult the Department Chair.
Department Information
Allied Health
Chair:Shirley MacNeill
Email:macneisb@lamarpa.edu
Phone:(409) 984-6365