Technical Standards for Healthcare Technology Management

Our program technical standards have been developed to help students understand nonacademic standards, skills, and performance requirements expected of a student in order to complete this particular curriculum.

If an accommodation is necessary to participate in the program, it is imperative to identify a reasonable accommodation to those students who qualify under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Reasonableness is determined on a case-by-case basis utilizing the program technical standards. The accommodation needs to be in place prior to the start of the program, or it may delay your ability to start the program. It is the student’s responsibility to contact SCC’s Accessibility Office and request accommodations. The Accessibility Office is the primary office on campus with the specialized knowledge and experience in accessibility issues. This office serves students with physical, psychological, medical and learning disabilities.

Skills	Description	Specific Examples
Motor Skills	Able to lift objects weighing up to 25 lbs. Able to stand or sit for prolonged period of time Able to bend and stretch Have the motor skills and eye/hand coordination required to use hand tools and precision instruments	Use of soldering iron requires exact placement of an extremely hot tool Repair of equipment in hospital environments requires the ability to operate in confined spaces Repairing/Installing PCs and various equipment requires lifting and positioning of equipment at least 25 lbs.
Vision	Able to see details at close range Able to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness	Reading schematics involves discerning connections and component orientation Medical devices are often wired using colored wire to differentiate between connection type, use, and correct orientation
Hearing	Able to detect audible signals and distinguish between varying tones	Various types of electronic equipment emit tones identifying trouble codes
Technological	Able to use computers and computer systems to enter data and manage files	Preventive maintenance and logging information requires extensive knowledge of file systems and organization
Communication	Able to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences Able to understand written sentences and paragraphs Able to provide information to others in written form or orally	Medical electronic and instrument technicians routinely work in teams and shifts requiring both oral and written communications concerning status and progress of projects Technicians often have to explain maintenance plans/schedules, equipment defects, and give status updates on items under repair to equipment owners
Critical Thinking/ Problem Solving	Able to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem	Selecting the correct piece of equipment to meet a voltage and/or power requirement involves being able to calculate these values Able to use direct observation of operation, troubleshooting steps, and results of equipment testing to identify malfunctions in equipment Technicians gather information through various means to diagnose problems with medical devices
Interpersonal Skills	Able to work well with peers and small groups Able to accept constructive criticism Work with others in a laboratory environment	Be respectful of others from diverse backgrounds Accept advice from peers, instructors and employers Technicians often work in teams Customer service positions involve communicating with individuals of varying technical understanding
Safety	Able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment	Safety glasses when required Lead shielding when required

This document is intended to serve as a guide regarding the physical, emotional, intellectual and psychosocial expectations placed on a student. This document cannot include every conceivable action, task, ability or behavior that may be expected of a student. Meeting these technical standards does not guarantee employment in this field upon graduation. Ability to meet the program's technical standards does not guarantee a student's eligibility for any licensure, certification exam, or successful completion of the degree program.