Department of Operation Theater

Introduction

The Department of Operation Theater Technology is committed to educating and training skilled professionals through its BS and MS Operation Theater Technology. The department plays a vital role in preparing students to become competent operation theater technologists capable of assisting in surgical procedures, ensuring sterile environments, and managing advanced surgical equipment. Our curriculum blends theoretical knowledge with intensive clinical training, enabling graduates to contribute effectively to surgical care teams in hospitals and healthcare institutions.

Mission

To produce professionally competent, technically skilled, and ethically grounded operation theater technologists who support surgical teams by ensuring safe, efficient, and sterile operative environments for quality patient care.

Vision

To be recognized as a leading academic and training center in operation theater technology—developing healthcare professionals who uphold the highest standards in surgical support, patient safety, and clinical excellence.

Philosophy

The Department of Operation Theater Technology believes that a safe and efficient surgical environment is essential for successful patient outcomes. Our philosophy emphasizes:

  • Technical Proficiency: Equipping students with the skills to handle surgical instruments, sterilization protocols, and operating room procedures with accuracy and confidence.
  • Teamwork and Collaboration: Promoting seamless coordination with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nursing staff to ensure optimal patient care during surgical interventions.
  • Ethics and Responsibility: Instilling a strong sense of responsibility, confidentiality, and adherence to medical ethics in all aspects of surgical support.
  • Patient Safety: Prioritizing infection control, equipment management, and procedural readiness to uphold the highest standards of patient safety.
  • Continuous Improvement: Encouraging ongoing education, research, and innovation in surgical technologies and techniques.

 

Programs Offered:

  1. BS Operation Theater & Technology
  2. MS Operation Theater & Technology

BS Operation Theater Technology (OTT)

 

# Course Title

 

Credit hours

Semester-I

Category

Theory

Lab

1 Quran & Tafseer

Compulsory

NC

2 Basic & Applied Anatomy

Major

2

1

3 Basic & Applied Physiology 

Major

2

1

4 Quantitative Reasoning-I 

Gen

3

0

5 Functional English 

Gen

3

0

6 Islamic Studies / Ethics

Gen

2

0

7 Entrepreneurship

Gen

2

0

Total

 

16

Semester-II

Category

Theory

Lab

1 Fundamental of Operation Theater Technology

Major

2

0

2 Introductory Biochemistry

Major

3

1

3

Applications of Information and Communication Technologies

Gen

2

1

4 Ideology and Constitution of Pakistan

Gen

2

0

5 Quantitative Reasoning-II

Gen

3

0

6 Introductory Pharmacology

Inter D

3

0

Total

 

17

Semester-III

Category

Theory

Lab

1 Principles of Surgery

Major

      3

1

2 Operation Theater Instruments & Techniques-I

Major

2

1

3 Surgical Pharmacology – I

Major

2

1

4 Operating Room Skills-I

Major

0

2

5 General Microbiology & Sterilization

Gen (NS)

2

1

6 Communication Skills

Gen (A&H)

2

0

Total

 

17

Semester-IV

Category

Theory

Lab

1 Surgical Procedures & Skills-I

Major

3

1

2 Basic Anesthesia & Techniques

Major

2

1

3 Operation Theater Instruments & Techniques-II

Major

2

1

4 Operating Room Skills-II

Major

0

2

5 Surgical Pharmacology – II

Major

2

1

6 Expository Writing

Gen

3

0

Total

 

18

Semester V

Category

Theory

Lab

1 Surgical Anatomy-I

Major

3

1

2 Clinical Pathology

Major

2

1

3 Operation Theater Technology-I

Major

3

1

4 Operating Room Skills-III

Major

0

2

5 Medical Physics

Inter D

2

1

6 Civics and Community Management

Gen

2

0

Total

 

18

Semester VI

Category

Theory

Lab

1 Operation Theater Technology – II

Major

3

1

2 Sterilization and Disinfection

Major

3

1

3 Surgical Anatomy-II

Major

2

1

4 Advanced Diagnostic Techniques

Major

3

1

5 Critical Care

Major

3

0

Total

 

18

Semester VII

Category

Theory

Lab

1 Internship

Major

0

3

2 Operation Theater Management

Major

2

1

3 Clinical and Applied Microbiology

Major

2

1

4 Surgical Procedures & Skills-II

Major

2

1

5 Advanced Anesthesia & Techniques

Major

2

1

6 Biostatistics

Inter D

3

0

Total

 

18

 Semester VIII

Category

Theory

Lab

1 Epidemiology

Major

3

0

2 Operation Theatre Design & Reconstruction

Major

2

1

3 Research Project

Major

0

3

4 Pakistan Studies

Gen

2

0

5 Introduction to Sociology

Gen (SS)

2

0

6 Behavior Science

Inter D

3

0

Total

 

16

                                                                                                            Total Credit Hours = 138

 

MS Operation Theater Technology

 

# Course Title

Credit hours

Semester-I

Theory

Lab

1 Principle of Sterilization Techniques

3

0

2

 Operation Theater Design & Reconstruction

3

0

3 Pharmacology (Anesthesia Technology)

3

0

4

 Biostatistics & Research Methodology

3

0

Total

12

Semester-II

Theory

Lab

1 Applied Microbiology & Infection Control

3

0

2 Quality Management & Patient Safety Culture

3

0

3 Basic Principles of Hospital Management

3

0

4 Fundamental of Emergency Medical Services

3

0

Total

12

Semester –III & IV

Theory

Thesis

1  Thesis

0

6

Total

06

Total Credit Hours = 30