BS Operation Theater Technology (OTT)

Course details

Introduction to Operation Theater Technology
This module covers the basics of operation theater technology, including its role in healthcare, the functioning of surgical teams, and the importance of operating room management.
Human Anatomy & Physiology
Focuses on the structure and function of the human body, providing foundational knowledge needed to understand how surgical procedures impact the body and how to support patient care effectively.
Medical Terminology
Students learn the language of medicine, including terminology related to anatomy, conditions, treatments, and procedures that are essential for effective communication in the operating theater.
Sterilization and Infection Control
Covers the importance of maintaining a sterile environment in the operating room, focusing on techniques for sterilizing instruments, infection control protocols, and preventing cross-contamination.
Surgical Instruments and Equipment
This module introduces students to various surgical instruments and equipment used during surgeries, teaching how to properly handle, maintain, and ensure their functionality.
Anesthesia Techniques
Focuses on the role of anesthesia during surgical procedures, including how anesthesia is administered, monitored, and managed, and understanding the different types of anesthesia.
Patient Care and Monitoring
Students learn how to monitor and manage patients before, during, and after surgery, ensuring proper positioning, vital signs tracking, and comfort.
Surgical Procedures and Techniques
Provides an in-depth understanding of common surgical procedures, techniques used, and the role of the operating theater technologist in assisting during surgeries.
Clinical Microbiology
This module teaches the basics of microbiology, focusing on how infections spread and how to prevent infections during surgical procedures through proper hygiene and sterilization.
Basic Medical Science and Pathology
Provides students with an understanding of disease processes, the pathology behind various conditions, and how they affect patients undergoing surgery.
Pharmacology and Drug Administration
Focuses on understanding the pharmacology of medications used in surgery, including anesthetics, pain management, and antibiotics, and how to properly administer them.
Emergency Medical Care
Covers how to handle medical emergencies in the operating room, including managing complications, responding to patient distress, and providing immediate care when necessary.
Health and Safety in the Operating Room
Teaches best practices for maintaining health and safety standards in the operating room, including ergonomic practices, safe handling of sharp instruments, and protocols for patient safety.
Operation Theater Management
Focuses on the logistical side of operating room management, including scheduling, inventory management, staffing, and ensuring a smooth flow of operations.
Clinical Internship
Provides students with hands-on experience in a real-world operating room setting, where they can apply the knowledge learned in the classroom to actual patient care and surgical assistance.
Medical Ethics and Professionalism
Teaches the ethical principles and professional standards that guide the work of an operating theater technologist, including patient confidentiality, informed consent, and respect for patients' rights. Updated on 05 April, 2025