Bachelor of Science in Surgical Technology
Introduction
Surgical technology is a vital aspect of modern healthcare, playing a crucial role in the operating room (OR) during surgical procedures.
- Surgical technologists, often referred to as “scrubs” are skilled professionals who encompasses the practice of surgical procedures in operating rooms, where surgical technologists assist surgeons by preparing instruments, equipment, and the sterile environment.
- The aim of the surgical technology field is to support and enhance the surgical process by providing skilled assistance and maintaining a sterile and organized environment in the operating room.
- They play a pivotal role in ensuring patient safety, maintaining sterile fields, passing instruments, and managing surgical equipment.
- Their contribution ensures efficient and safe surgical experiences, spanning from pre-operative preparations to post-operative care.
Duration
- Program Duration: 4 years
- Credit Hours: 133
- Semester: 8
- Location: Main Campus
- Recognized by: Higher Education Commission
Entery Requirements
- HSSC in Pre-Medical or equivalent education, which is typically 12 years of schooling
- Applicants are required to meet a minimum 50% percentage.
1st Semester
Code | Course | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
BSST-411 | MEDICAL BIOCHEMISTRY-I | 3+1 |
BSST-412 | HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY-I | 3+1 |
BSST-413 | HUMAN ANATOMY-I | 3+1 |
BSST-414 | ENGLISH-I | 2+0 |
BSST-415 | PAK STUDIES | 2+0 |
BSST-416 | COMPUTER SKILLS | 1+1 |
2nd Semester
Code | Course | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
BSST-421 | MEDICAL BIOCHEMISTRY-II | 3+1 |
BSST-422 | HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY-II | 3+1 |
BSST-423 | HUMAN ANATOMY-II | 3+1 |
BSST-424 | ENGLISH-II | 2+0 |
BSST-425 | ISLAMIC STUDIES | 2+0 |
3rd Semester
Code | Course | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
BSST-431 | GENERAL PATHOLOGY | 2+1 |
BSST-432 | BASIC PHARMACOLOGY | 2+1 |
BSST-433 | HUMAN ANATOMY III | 2+1 |
BSST-434 | GENERAL MICROBIOLOGY & BIOSAFETY | 2+1 |
BSST-435 | FUNDAMENTAL OF SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY | 2+1 |
BSST-436 | SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS /EQUIPMENTS | 2+1 |
4th Semester
Code | Course | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
BSST-441 | SYSTEMIC PATHOLOGY | 2+1 |
BSST-442 | APPLIED PHARMACOLOGY | 2+1 |
BSST-443 | SURGICAL SETUP AND POSITIONING | 2+1 |
BSST-444 | BEHAVIOR SCIENCE | 2+1 |
BSST-445 | DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING | 2+1 |
BSST-446 | STERILIZATION AND DISINFECTION | 2+1 |
5th Semester
Code | Course | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
BSST- 471 | CLINICAL OPERATIVE UROLOGY SURGERY | 2+1 |
BSST- 472 | CLINICAL OPERATIVE PEDIATRIC SURGERY | 2+1 |
BSST- 473 | ENDOSCOPIC & ROBOTIC SURGERY | 2+1 |
BSST- 474 | SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY-II | 2+1 |
BSST- 475 | FUNDAMENTAL OF INFECTION CONTROL | 1+1 |
BSST- 476 | BIO MATERIALS + SURGICAL IMPLANTS | 2+1 |
6th Semester
Code | Course | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
BSST-461 | 1. CLINICAL OPERATIVE GYNECOLOGY & OBSTETRICS | 2+1 |
BSST-462 | 2. CLINICAL OPERATIVE THORACIC SURGERY | 2+1 |
BSST-463 | 3. ENT SURGERY | 2+1 |
BSST-464 | 4. SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY-I | 2+1 |
BSST-465 | 5. BIOSTATISTICS | 2+1 |
BSST-466 | 6. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY | 1+1 |
7th Semester
Code | Course | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
BSST- 471 | CLINICAL OPERATIVE UROLOGY SURGERY | 2+1 |
BSST- 472 | CLINICAL OPERATIVE PEDIATRIC SURGERY | 2+1 |
BSST- 473 | ENDOSCOPIC & ROBOTIC SURGERY | 2+1 |
BSST- 474 | SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY-II | 2+1 |
BSST- 475 | FUNDAMENTAL OF INFECTION CONTROL | 1+1 |
BSST- 476 | BIO MATERIALS + SURGICAL IMPLANTS | 2+1 |
8th Semester
Code | Course | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
BSST-481 | CLINICAL OPERATIVE ORTHOPEDIC SURGERY | 2+1 |
BSST-482 | CLINICAL OPERATIVE NEURO SURGERY | 2+1 |
BSST-483 | RESEARCH PROJECT/SEMINAR | 6 |
BSST-484 | BIOETHICS | 2+0 |