OBJECTIVES
This course will enable the student to:
• Apply the knowledge and skills of handling operation theatre room to provide safe and effective care to individual undergoing operational procedures.
• Demonstrate relative knowledge and understanding of vital parameters to be maintained during respective operations.
• Skills to access analyze and evaluate the information gathered during the treatment.
• Demonstrate the ability to plan, organize and report different diagnosis related to treatment.
• Assesses the patient for any complications with an understanding of the problem and recognizes the need to report the complications to the surgery.
• Understand professional and ethical responsibilities in patient care.
• Understanding of standard operating procedures and protocols for treatment/research work.
ROLE AND SCOPE
Graduates will find a challenging career in hospitals, emergency centres and private laboratories. They can work in the operating theatres, ICUs and emergency departments of hospitals and also in the field of research, education and training.
Institutional Accreditation
University of Newcastle is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, a commission of Colleges and Schools:
HLC can be contacted at [email protected] www.hlcommission.org.uk
Head Office:
9-10 ST. ANDREW SQUARE, EDINBURGH, COUNTY EDINBURGH, EH2 2AF
Individual programs are accredited through the Commission on DETC, and the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs..
University of Newcastle is an institutional member of the American Education Council on Education, the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education, the American Association of State Colleges and Universities.
The university is approved by the American Education Council.
BS OPERATION THEATRE TECHNOLOGY
Course Level:
BS
Credits
132
Course
CODE BS046
How long it takes:
8 Semesters (4 years)
Study Mode:
Distance learning/ Campus
SEMESTERS AND COURSES
| COURSE CODE | COURSE TITLE | CREDIT HOURS |
|---|---|---|
| ENG-UNC111 | English-I (Functional English) | 3(3-0) |
| IS-UNC112 | Islamic Studies | 2(2-0) |
| IT-UNC113 | Introduction to Computing | 3(2-1) |
| PHY-UNC124 | Introductory Physiology | 3(2-1) |
| BIO-UNC101 | Biochemistry-I | 3(2-1) |
| Credit Hours | 14 |
| COURSE CODE | COURSE TITLE | CREDIT HOURS |
|---|---|---|
| BIO-UNC212 | Biochemistry-II | 3(2-1) |
| PATH-UNC211 | General Pathology | 3(2-1) |
| PHY-UNC126 | Applied Physiology | 3(2-1) |
| ENG-UNC121 | English-II (Communication & Writing Skills) | 3(3-0) |
| PS-UNC122 | Pakistan Studies | 2(2-0) |
| Credit Hours | 14 |
| COURSE CODE | COURSE TITLE | CREDIT HOURS |
|---|---|---|
| PATH-UNC222 | Systemic Pathology | 3(2-1) |
| EM-UNC211 | Fundamentals of Emergency Medical Care | 3(3-0) |
| PHA-UNC219 | General Pharmacology | 3(3-0) |
| ANA-UNC102 | Introductory Anatomy | 3(2-1) |
| ENG-UNC211 | Technical Writing and Presentation Skills | 3(3-0) |
| ANE-UNC315 | Introduction to Anesthesia & Techniques | 3(2-1) |
| Credit Hours | 18 |
| COURSE CODE | COURSE TITLE | CREDIT HOURS |
|---|---|---|
| RPH-UNC221 | Pharmacology for Surgical Technologist | 3(3-0) |
| MIC-UNC222 | Medical Microbiology | 3(2-1) |
| SI-UNC224 | Surgical Instruments & Sterilization | 3(1-2) |
| ANES-UNC224 | Anesthesia Equipment | 3(3-0) |
| ANA-UNC112 | Advanced Anatomy | 3(2-1) |
| PSY-UNC223 | Clinical Psychology | 3(3-0) |
| Credit Hours | 18 |
| COURSE CODE | COURSE TITLE | CREDIT HOURS |
|---|---|---|
| SUR-UNC311 | General Surgery | 3(3-0) |
| MED-UNC312 | General Medicine | 3(3-0) |
| ME-UNC312 | Medical equipment Handling | 3(2-1) |
| IC-UNC314 | Infection Control | 3(3-0) |
| ANE-3UNC15 | Introduction to Anesthesia & Techniques | 3(2-1) |
| BIO-UNC325 | Biostatistics | 3(3-0) |
| Credit Hours | 18 |
| COURSE CODE | COURSE TITLE | CREDIT HOURS |
|---|---|---|
| PC-UNC311 | Patient Care | 2(1-1) |
| SS-UNC312 | Medical Surgical Skills | 3(2-1) |
| ORD-UNC312 | Operating Room Design & Environment | 3(3-0) |
| NS-UNC313 | Basic Nursing Skills | 2(1-1) |
| ORT-UNC314 | Operating Room Techniques | 3(1-2) |
| RM-UNC321 | Research Methodology | 3(3-0) |
| MGT-UNC322 | Leadership & Management | 2(2-0) |
| Credit Hours | 18 |
| COURSE CODE | COURSE TITLE | CREDIT HOURS |
|---|---|---|
| ME-UNC411 | Medical Ethics | 2(2-0) |
| COS-UNC412 | Clinical & Operative Surgeries (Emergency/Elective) | 3(1-2) |
| GS-UNC413 | Genitourinary Surgeries | 3(1-2) |
| PS-UNC414 | Pediatric Surgeries | 3(1-2) |
| RAD-UNC415 | Diagnostic Radiology | 3(2-1) |
| OT-UNC416 | Practice in OT Technology-I | 4(0-4) |
| Credit Hours | 18 |
| COURSE CODE | COURSE TITLE | CREDIT HOURS |
|---|---|---|
| PROG-UNC526 | Research Project | 6(0-6) |
| OS-UNC421 | Ophthalmic Surgery | 2(1-1) |
| OTH-UNC422 | Orthopedic Surgery | 2(1-1) |
| OTUNC-423 | Practice in OT Technology-II | 4(0-4) |
| Credit Hours | 14 | |
| Total Credit Hours: | 132 |