Course Title: Construct immediate dentures
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: VE 2020
Class Number: 2788
Class Section: LCS2
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Course Code: DENT5866C
Course Title: Construct immediate dentures
School: 174T School of VE Engineering, Health & Science
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5387 - Diploma of Dental Technology
Course Contact: Rachael Starr
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9341 1420
Course Contact Email: rachael.starr@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Nominal Hours: 60
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 construct complete and partial immediate replacement dentures and surgical templates.
This unit applies to work in dental technology.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
HLTDET006 Construct immediate dentures |
Element: |
1. Arrange artificial teeth for try-in |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Select artificial teeth in accordance with work order 1.2 Arrange artificial teeth in current edentulous area in accordance with work order |
Element: |
2. Arrange artificial teeth and construct surgical template for finish |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Remove model teeth individually and prepare the ridge in accordance with work order |
Element: |
3. Process immediate denture |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Trim and polish immediate dentures |
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this course, you should be able to:
- Arrange artificial teeth for try-in
- Arrange artificial teeth and construct surgical template for finish
- Process immediate dentures
Details of Learning Activities
Students will be involved in the following learning activities to meet requirements for this competency:
- Face to Face classes
- Written classroom tasks
- Demonstration and classroom discussion
- Facilitator led practical laboratory demonstration
- Group discussions
- Participation in group activities based on simulated workplace exercises
- Laboratory practice, peer evaluation/feedback session/completion of practical worksheets
- Online learning via CANVAS
- Self-managed research to support completion of Study Guides.
- Students will be observed and assessed through their planned activities throughout the duration of the course
Teaching Schedule
Note: While all course content in this schedule will be covered, the weekly order may change depending on class needs and availability of resources.
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Session Topics |
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Day 01 |
Overview of the unit including:
Preparation for practical work: Articulate Mx & Md models
Demonstrations and practical exercises: (Exercise 1: F/- immediate, with demonstration and assistance)
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Day 02 |
Demonstrations and practical exercises: (Exercise 1 cont.)
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Day 03 |
AM Demonstrations and practical exercises: (Exercise 1 cont.)
PM Demonstrations and practical exercises: (Exercise 1)
SUBMIT completed Exercise 1 (F/- immediate denture) for evaluation
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Day 04 |
Feedback on submitted Exercise 1 submissions
Practical exercises: (Exercise 2: F/- immediate, with minimal assistance)
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Day 05 |
AM Practical exercises: (Exercise 2 cont.)
SUBMIT completed Exercise 2 (F/- immediate denture) for evaluation
PM Feedback on submitted Exercise 2 submissions
Practical assessment preparation:
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Day 06 |
Practical assessment session 1 (of 2) (2 x 3.5hrs):
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Day 07 |
Practical assessment session 2 (of 2) (1 x 3.5hrs):
SUBMIT completed practical assessment (Assessment Task 2)
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Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
The University Library has extensive resources and provides subject specialist expertise, research advice, help with referencing and support through:
The Learning Lab https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/learning-lab
The Study Support Hub https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/study-support-hub
English for uni workshops https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/workshops/english-uniworkshop
Overview of Assessment
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 the 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.
You should refer to the assessment brief which is available through Canvas for full assessment criteria.
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
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Assessment Task 1 (Available: Day 1) |
Knowledge Assessment
This knowledge submission is to be completed outside of class hours.
Assessment must be researched, completed and submitted by the due date issued by assessor. The due date will be published on CANVAS.
Students will be required to log into CANVAS to submit their assessment paper prior to the due date.
Feedback will be provided via CANVAS and students will have the opportunity to resubmit any completed assessment that is deemed unsatisfactory (one resubmission is allowed per assessment task).
In order to achieve a Satisfactory result, students must complete ALL questions successfully on their re-submission.
More details and assessment requirements will be provided on CANVAS.
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Assessment Task 2 (Days 6 & 7) |
Practical Assessment
This assessment is conducted at RMIT Dental Technology Simulated Laboratory rooms and student's knowledge and skills will be observed.
Detailed information will be provided to students via Canvas and during their class attendance.
In order to proceed with this assessment task, student must wear appropriate laboratory PPE and attire.
Students will attempt this assessment under supervision of the assessor and they will be marked with either “S” (Satisfactory) or “NYS“ (Not Yet Satisfactory) according to the assessment guidelines and criteria outlined in the HLTDET007 Assessment document.
All assessment criteria must be successfully completed in order to achieve a satisfactory result and students will receive verbal and written feedback.
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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-andexams/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-andexams/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. 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-forcredit
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