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

SUR 245 - Surgical Care Skills II

Course ID 581434
Credits 3

Builds upon essential skills to perform safely and competently in the operating room environment. Emphasizes active learning and critical thinking in the lab setting. Uses simulations to introduce skills in setting up a back table, mayo stand and passing instruments. Focuses on anticipating the needs of the surgeon and team members. Covers demonstration of counting procedures to prevent retained items and maintaining the sterile field to prevent contamination. An additional career and technical education course specific fee of $50.00 per credit hour applies to this course. The price is discounted 50% to $25.00 per credit hour for the 2026-27 academic year only.

Laboratory: 9 hours per week Total: 9 hours per week

Prerequisite(s): SUR 140  SUR 145  BIO 142  
Corequisite: SUR 240