Course Title: Articulate models and transfer records

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: VE 2021

Class Number: 1096

Class Section: DT1

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Course Code: DENT5864C

Course Title: Articulate models and transfer records

School: 174T School of VE Engineering, Health & Science

Campus: City Campus

Program: C5387 - Diploma of Dental Technology

Course Contact: Sue Fatone

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9341 1406

Course Contact Email: sue.fatone@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Nominal Hours: 20

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

None

Course Description

This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to transfer oral records and mount models on an articulator.

This unit applies to work in dental technology.


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

HLTDET004 Articulate models and transfer records

Element:

1. Select and prepare the articulator

Performance Criteria:

1.1 Apply standard precautions when receiving, handling and working on dental materials

1.2 Decontaminate occlusal registration rims according to infection control guidelines

1.3 Confirm requirements of work order

1.4 Select and adjust articulator in accordance with work order

1.5 Ensure all adjustable settings of the articulator are set to their neutral or zero settings

1.6 Identify the mounting method to be used

Element:

2. Select and prepare materials

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Position models and oral records in articulator for a range of prosthetic appliances

2.2 Prepare mounting materials and apply to models

2.3 Establish and secure centric records

2.4 Remove excess material and smooth to produce a neat finish

2.5 Clean equipment

Element:

3. Transfer oral records to articulator

Performance Criteria:

3.1 Transpose records as provided

3.2 Record midline

3.3 Set and record vertical height

3.4 Set the condylar angles to the work order given


Learning Outcomes


On completion of this course, you will be able to:

  1. Select and prepare the articulator 
  1. Select and prepare materials 
  1. Transfer oral records to articulator


Details of Learning Activities

Online lectiure via Collaborate Ultra in CANVAS

Simulated Practical Activities and Assessments


Teaching Schedule

As per Diploma of Dental Technology Timetable issued to student and also located in Canvas.

(Please Note: timetable is subject to change at the discretion of RMIT. In this event notification will be provided to your student email).


Session 1 - Online theory - Atriculate models and tranfer records

Session 2 - Face to face - Practical acivities


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References


Other Resources


Overview of Assessment

You must show evidence of the ability to complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage tasks and manage contingencies in the context of the job role. There must be evidence that you have:

• used standard precautions and safe work practices to mount at least one of each of the following types of articulators with attached registrations rims:

- planeline articulator

- adjustable articulator with face/ear bow

• critically evaluated both types of articulations produced to meet technical laboratory and clinician requirements.

To be deemed competent you must demonstrate an understanding of all aspects required of the competency.   

Regular attendance is necessary. 

Assessment methods have been designed to measure your achievement of each competency in a flexible manner over multiple tasks and consist of theory and practical based tasks.


Assessment Tasks

Students enrolled in Vocational Education and Training qualifications are assessed for Competency. To be assessed as Competent means you have consistently demonstrated the required knowledge and skills at a standard expected in then workplace.

To be assessed as Competent in this course, you will need to complete each assessment task to a satisfactory
standard. You will receive feedback from the teacher at the conclusion of each assessment task.

Results that apply to courses that are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment are:


CA: Competency Achieved
NYC: Not Yet Competent
DNS: Did not Submit for Assessment


You should refer to the assessment brief which is available through Canvas for full assessment criteria.


Assessment Task 1: Knowledge Assessment 

This assessment will include short answer questions and will be conducted in student own time and submitted online via CANVAS. The due date will be confirmed closer to date but students must submt this task within 2 weeks from the date when it gets issued.  


Assessment Task 2: Practical Assessment 

This assessment task will be conducted in the Lab at RMIT - students will be required to interpret 2 prescriptions to articulate models folllowed by critical evaluation of their work by responding to required questions in the task. This assessment will take place on campus and further details can be checked on CANVAS. The date will be comfirmed with students and will be as per the timetable schedule for student attendance on campus. 


Assessment Matrix

The assessment tasks listed in this course guide address all the elements and criteria of the requirements of this course. 

Other Information

Attendance:
Your learning experience will involve class-based teaching, discussion, demonstration and practical exercises
It is strongly advised that you attend all timetabled sessions.

This will allow you to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring you the maximum opportunity to complete this course successfully.

Information about your studies:
You can access My Studies through the RMIT website for information about timetables, important dates, assessment
dates, results and progress, Canvas etc. https://www.rmit.edu.au/students

Assessment:
Information on assessment including Special consideration, Adjustments to assessment, (eg. applying for an extension of time).  https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment

Academic Integrity and Plagiarism:
RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to the website for more information on this policy. https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-integrity

Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning:
Credit transfer is the recognition of previously completed formal learning (an officially accredited qualification).
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process that allows you to demonstrate competence using the
skills you have gained through experience in the workplace, voluntary work, informal or formal training or other life
experiences. https://rmit.service-now.com/navpage.do

Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer or RPL for the unit(s) of competency
addressed in this course. https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/enrolment/apply-for-credit

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