Course Title: Construct oral splints

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term2 2013

Course Code: DENT5789C

Course Title: Construct oral splints

School: 155T Vocational Health and Sciences

Campus: City Campus

Program: C5312 - Diploma of Dental Technology

Course Contact: Matthew Clayton

Course Contact Phone: 03 9341 1417

Course Contact Email: matthew.clayton@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Nicholas Greer

P: 9341 1420

E: nicholas.greer@rmit.edu.au

 

Zanne Frazer

P: 9341 1402

E: zanne.frazer@rmit.edu.au

 

James Moser

P:9341 1417

E: james.moser@rmit.edu.au

 

Narelle Tobin

P: 9341 1403

E: narelle.tobin@rmit.edu.au

Nominal Hours: 30

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

HLTDT301D Construct models
HLTDT304D Articulate models and transfer records
HLTDT519C Construct simple complete removable acrylic dentures and appliances
HLTIN301C Comply with infection control policies and procedures
HLTWHS300A Contribute to WHS processes

Course Description

This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to construct oral splints.
All procedures are carried out in accordance with occupational health and safety policies and procedures, current infection control guidelines, Australian and New Zealand Standards, state/territory legislative requirements and organisation policy.
 


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

HLTDT517D Construct oral splints

Element:

1. Construct splint

Performance Criteria:

1. Construct splint
1.1 Select materials for the construction of splint in accordance with prescription
1.2 Construct splint in accordance with prescription
1.3 Process splint in accordance with manufacturer recommendations

Element:

2. Trim, shape and finish

Performance Criteria:

2. Trim, shape and finish
2.1 Trim splint according to material selection
2.2 Shape splint according to prescription and recheck on articulator
2.3 Evaluate the splint
2.4 Finish the splint appropriately according to type of material selected
2.5 Decontaminate the appliance in accordance with infection control guidelines
2.6 Place the splint in a suitable container for dispatch


Learning Outcomes


On completion of this course the participants will be able to demonstrate, on a consistent basis, the process involved in constructing oral splints


Details of Learning Activities

Participation in group activities based on a simulated workplace exercises.
Practical exercises
Individual exercises carrying out requirements of competency.
Student experiences in workplace “on job training”


Teaching Schedule

Theory: HLTDT517D COnstruct Oral Splints - 16/07/2013 (0830 -1230 - 4 hours)

Practical: Various sessions delivered dependenat on the group.


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts

Anatomy of Orofacial Structures

9780323019545

Mosby's Dental Dictionary

9780323049634


References


Other Resources

  • RMIT online learning Hub www.rmit.edu.au/online
  • Library www.rmit.edu.au/library
  • Internet links
  • Primal Pictures
  • Journals, Brochures, Pamphlets, Newspapers, Magazines


Overview of Assessment

Practical exercises, presentation of competency assessment and theoretical exams are used


Assessment Tasks

Practical exercises:

  1. Maxillary Bruxism Splint

Assessment guidelines for the practical exercises, as outlined in the practical exercise book.

Practical COMPETENCY

  1. Maxillary Bruxism Splint

Assessment guidelines for the practical competency, as outlined in the practical exercise book.
 

Theoretical examination

Construct Oral Splints

One element of the 3 hour exam (divided into competencies) PASS MARK 60%, If ’NYC’ (Not Yet Competent) result is achieved the student will be provided with detailed feedback of the shortcomings and given a further opportunity to sit a secondary exam.

If a grade of 40% or less is achieved the student will NOT be granted an opportunity to sit a secondary exam and the student will be required to re-enroll in the unit which will be incurr fees.

Please note: A subsequent NYC result for any of above mentioned assessments may require the student to attend further class work within their enrolment period or may result in the student re-enrolling in the unit which will be incurring fees.


Assessment Matrix

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