CST 104 - Disinfection/Sterilization in Central Service Technology

Credits: 3

The theory and application of microbiology concepts to the disinfection and sterilization processes of the patient equipment/medical devices will be explained throughout the course. Students will learn the processes of cleaning, decontamination, disinfection and sterilization of patient care equipment and medical devices. Concentration will be on the low and high temperature sterilization processes along with the sterile packaging and storage of sterile equipment. There will be a discussion on the management of patient care equipment and medical devices in a central service department.

Theory: 3
Prerequisites: CST 101
Corequisites: CST 103, CST 105 and CST 107 Minimum Grade of a “C” required to progress to certification.