The study of human interaction and communication in the dental office.
A grade of "C" or better is required for progression.
Grade Basis: L
Credit hours: 2.0
Lecture hours: 2.0
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The study of nutrition and preventable dental disease and community dental health.
A grade of "C" or better is required for progression.
Grade Basis: L
Credit hours: 2.0
Lecture hours: 1.0
Lab hours: 2.0
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Perform dental office administrative duties; demonstrate accounting and financial operations; comply with federal and state guidelines regarding health care providers; and operate dental technology and software systems.
A grade of "C" or better is required for progression
Grade Basis: L
Credit hours: 2.0
Lecture hours: 1.0
Lab hours: 2.0
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Composition, properties, procedures and safety standards related to dental materials. A grade of C or better is required for progression.
A grade of "C" or better is required for progression
Grade Basis: L
Credit hours: 3.0
Lecture hours: 2.0
Lab hours: 4.0
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Introduction to radiation physics, radiation protection, and the operation of radiographic equipment. Instruction in exposure, processing and mounting of dental radiographs, and study of federal and state safety and standard practices for the classroom and lab settings will be practiced.
A grade of "C" or better is required for progression.
Grade Basis: L
Credit hours: 3.0
Lecture hours: 2.0
Lab hours: 4.0
Corequisites:
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A fundamental study of anatomical systems with emphasis placed on head and neck anatomy. Topics include embryology of the teeth along with basic dental terminology.
A grade of "C" or better is required for progression.
Grade Basis: L
Credit hours: 3.0
Lecture hours: 3.0
Corequisites:
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A study of pre-clinical chairside assisting procedures, instrumentation, OSHA and other regulatory agencies' standards.
A grade of "C" or better is required for progression.
Grade Basis: L
Credit hours: 3.0
Lecture hours: 2.0
Lab hours: 4.0
Corequisites:
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An advanced study of anatomical systems, pharmacology, oral pathology, and developmental abnormalities.
A grade of "C" or better is required to progress.
Grade Basis: L
Credit hours: 3.0
Lecture hours: 3.0
Prerequisites:
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The practical application of exposing, processing and mounting diagnostically acceptable radiographs obtained by utilizing various radiographic techniques.
A grade of "C" or better is required for progression
Grade Basis: L
Credit hours: 3.0
Lecture hours: 1.0
Lab hours: 4.0
Prerequisites:
Corequisites:
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An expanded study of dental assisting techniques with emphasis on four-handed dentistry and utilization of armamentarium for general practice and specialty procedures.
A grade of "C" or better is required to progress.
Grade Basis: L
Credit hours: 3.0
Lecture hours: 2.0
Lab hours: 3.0
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A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional.
A grade of "C" or better is required for progression
Grade Basis: L
Credit hours: 4.0
Lab hours: 16.0
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Analysis of case studies during the clinical phase of practicum/clinical.
A grade of "C" or better is required to progress.
Grade Basis: L
Credit hours: 2.0
Lecture hours: 2.0
Prerequisites:
Corequisites:
Restrictions:
A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional.
A grade of "C" or better is required to progress.
Grade Basis: L
Credit hours: 2.0
Lab hours: 32.0
Prerequisites:
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