Orthopaedic Technology
Diploma
Diploma
The same course hours may be counted only once to fulfill degree requirements. Course and credit requirements are shown below.
General Education Courses
Major Requirements
35 credits| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| OTC-110 | Intro to Orthopaedic Technolog | 3 |
| OTC-112 | General Patient Care | 3 |
| OTC-115 | Ortho Anatomy and Physiology | 3 |
| OTC-120 | Basic Radiologic Concepts | 3 |
| OTC-150 | Clinical Practice I | 5 |
| OTC-210 | Ortho Equipment | 3 |
| OTC-212 | Physical Assessment | 3 |
| OTC-215 | Casting and Splinting I | 3 |
| OTC-220 | Custom Bracing | 3 |
| OTC-225 | Casting and Splinting II | 3 |
| OTC-280 | Professional Practice | 3 |
Other Requirements
2 credits| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ACA-115 | Success & Study Skills | 1 |
| ACA-122 | College Transfer Success | 1 |
Total Credits Required: 42
Fall Semester 1
13 credits| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ACA-115 | Success and Study Skills | 1 |
| ENG-115 | Oral Communication | 3 |
| OTC-110 | Intro to Orthopaedic Technology | 3 |
| OTC-112 | General Patient Care | 3 |
| OTC-115 | Ortho Anatomy and Physiology | 3 |
Spring Semester 1
12 credits| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| OTC-210 | Ortho Equipment | 3 |
| OTC-212 | Physical Assessment | 3 |
| OTC-215 | Casting & Splinting | 3 |
| PSY-118 | Interpersonal Psychology | 3 |
Career Outcomes
Graduates of Orthopaedic Technology can pursue these careers:
Median Salary
$46,480/yr
$39,740
$60,020
+16.7%
Projected Outlook
600
Annual Job Openings
6,640
Currently Employed
Median Salary
$85,120/yr
$79,460
$95,920
+17.6%
Projected Outlook
80
Annual Job Openings
1,180
Currently Employed
Data sources: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Projections Central, and O*NET.