Course Title: Apply the principles of radiation biology and protection in dental practice
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2010
Course Code: DENT5211C
Course Title: Apply the principles of radiation biology and protection in dental practice
School: 155T Vocational Health and Sciences
Campus: City Campus
Program: C4209 - Certificate IV in Dental Assisting
Course Contact: Eleanor Schroeder
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9341 1412
Course Contact Email: eleanor.schroeder@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Marcella Sabo
Phone: 9341 1409
Fax: 9341 1400
Sandra Torbica
Phone: 9341 1408
Fax: 9341 1400
Debra Spicer
Phone: 9341 1418
Fax: 9341 1400
Eleanor Schroeder
Phone: 9341 1412
Fax: 9341 1400
Nominal Hours: 110
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
The following units are pre-requisites for this unit:
• HLTIN301A Comply with infection control policies and procedures in health work.
• HLTIN302A Process reusable instruments and equipment in health work.
• HLTOHS300A Contribute to OHS processes in the health industry
This unit should be assessed in conjunction with the following related competency units:
• HLTDA411B Prepare to expose a prescribed dental radiographic image
• HLTDA412B Produce a dental radiographic image
Course Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to minimise the risk of radiation to the client, the operator and others during the exposure of a prescribed dental radiographic image. It also describes the quality assurance measures necessary to ensure all radiographs are of consistent diagnostic standard
All procedures are carried out in accordance with occupational health and safety policies and procedures, current infection control guidelines, Australian and New Zealand Standards for maintaining infection control and the policies and procedures of the dental practice or organisation
All tasks are carried out in accordance with State/Territory legislative requirements
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
HLTDA410B Apply the principles of radiation biology and protection in dental practice |
Element: |
1. Apply knowledge of ionising radiation to produce a dental radiograph |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Apply knowledge of X ray properties correctly |
Element: |
2. Apply knowledge of radiation biology to protect client, operator and others from ionising radiation |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Apply knowledge of the biological effects and risks associated with X-rays to implement safe work practices to minimise radiation risks to operator, clients and others |
Element: |
3. Determine image characteristics of a dental radiographic image to minimise the necessity for re-takes |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Ensure visual qualities of the radiograph are of a diagnostic standard |
Element: |
4. Minimise radiation by maintaining quality in processing |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Identify the contents of the film package and determine the use of each item |
Learning Outcomes
1.1 Apply knowledge of X ray properties correctly
1.2 Identify and select technical variables of dental x-ray generating equipment correctly according to manufacturers’ specifications and client requirements
1.3 Identify the main components of the tubehead
1.4 Identify and select the appropriate technique for the type of cone
2.1 Apply knowledge of the biological effects and risks associated with X-rays to implement safe work practices to minimise radiation risks to operator, clients and others
2.2 Interpret the immediate and long term effects of radiation
2.3 Apply the correct units of radiation measurement
2.4 Implement radiation safety measures for the client, operator and others
2.5 Work in accordance with relevant OHS policy and procedures
3.1 Ensure visual qualities of the radiograph are of a diagnostic standard
3.2 Ensure geometric qualities of the radiograph are of a diagnostic standard
4.1 Identify the contents of the film package and determine the use of each item
4.2 Maintain quality assurance for processing dental radiographic images
4.3 Follow quality assurance processes for the use of radiographic chemicals in accordance with manufacturer specifications
4.4 Maintain appropriate conditions for manual and automatic processing in accordance with manufacturer specifications
4.5 Identify a range of processing errors and implement corrective measures to produce a diagnostic radiograph
Details of Learning Activities
Teacher Lead Activities:
Classroom and tutorial instruction in theory and tasks associated with the topics including the use of computers and relevant software/s.
Practical simulations and demonstrations.
Group discussions and activities
Student Centred Activities:
Participation in group activities based on simulated workplace exercises including computer based workshop.
Self managed research
Activities are based on the following topics:
Dental terminology, Anatomy of the head and neck
Practical OH&S and infection control strategies in radiography
Safety/radiation hygiene I & II
Introduction to radiography III
Clinical discussion and workplace encounters
Teaching Schedule
Semester 1
Semester 2
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
Haring J I; Howerton J L. (2006) DENTAL RADIOGRAPHY: PRINCIPLES AND TECHNIQUES, ISBN 13: 978-0-7216-1575-2 Third Edition ISB 10: 0-7216-1575-9 |
References
RMIT online learning Hub www.rmit.edu.au/online |
Other Resources
Overview of Assessment
• Observation in the work place is essential. Assessment in the workplace must be flexible to allow for client confidentiality and organisation policies
• Evidence of essential knowledge and understanding may be provided by:
- traditional or online (computer-based) assessment
- written assignments/projects
• Case study and scenario as a basis for discussion of issues and strategies to contribute to best practice
• Questioning
• Staff and/or client feedback
• Supporting statement of supervisor
• Authenticated evidence of relevant work experience and/or formal/informal learning
Assessment Tasks
Dental terminology, Anatomy of the head and neck: Test comprising short answer questions
Practical OH&S and infection control strategies in radiography:
Safety/radiation hygiene I & II: Completion of learning guide and test
Introduction to radiography III:
Clinical discussion and workplace encounters: Simulated assessment and workplace assessment
Assessment Matrix
Refer to student handbook
Other Information
This unit will be assessed in conjunction with the following unit:
HLTDA411B Prepare to expose a prescribed dental radiographic image.
HLTDA412B Produce a dental radiographic image.
Students must gain competency in all units of this course to obtain their Certificate IV in Dental Assisting.
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