Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2020
Course Code: DENT5869C
Course Title: Construct crown and bridge structures
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: 90
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 crown and bridge structures including inlays, veneers and substructures.
This unit applies to work in dental technology.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
HLTDET009 Construct crown and bridge structures |
Element: |
1. Prepare crown and bridge model |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Pour or construct model using crown and bridge model system 1.2 Prepare crown and bridge model to appropriate height and with level occlusal plane in accordance with crown and bridge model system used 1.3 Section crown and bridge model in accordance with work order requirements 1.4 Prepare die for construction of restoration in accordance with work order |
Element: |
2. Wax and invest fixed partial dentures and structures |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Wax up crown and bridge restorations 2.2 Sprue crown and bridge wax pattern and prepare for processing 2.3 Select appropriate investment material according to the material to be used 2.4 Prepare investment materials according to the manufacturers' instructions 2.5 Invest wax patterns |
Element: |
3. Burnout, process and finish fixed partial dentures and structures |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Select burnout techniques appropriate to the investment material and restoration material 3.2 Process restoration/substructure in appropriate material 3.3 Devest restoration/substructure without damaging it 3.4 Check for defects 3.5 Trim and finish restoration while maintaining all contact areas and margins 3.6 Evaluate the finished restoration 3.7 Decontaminate the restoration according to infection control guidelines 3.8 Dry the casting, replace on model and place in a sealed container for dispatch |
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this course, you should be able to:
- Prepare crown and bridge model
- Wax and invest fixed partial dentures and structures
- Burnout, process and finish fixed partial dentures and structures
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 clinical demonstration
- Group discussions
- Participation in group activities based on simulated workplace exercises
- Clinical 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
Refer to Canvas for class schedule
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Students will be able to access course information and learning materials through CANVAS.
CANVAS is an online learning resource with the clear instruction and guidance for each unit. Within CANVAS are course description, teaching schedule, assessments and all relevant information and due dates, resources and other materials required for completion of each unit of competency.
Additional materials may be provided in class and lists of relevant reference books, resources in the library and accessible Internet sites will be provided where possible. During the course, you will be directed to websites to enhance your knowledge and understanding of difficult concepts.
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
Assessment 1: Construct crown and bridge structures theory knowledge assessment (block 3, week 2)
Assessment 2: Construct crown and bridge structures practical assessment Parts 1-3 (block 3, week 2)
Assessment Matrix
The assessment tasks listed in this course guide address all the elements and criteria of the requirements of this course.
Other Information
All email communications will be sent to your RMIT email address and you must regularly check your RMIT emails.
Credit Transfer and/or Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/enrolment/credit
Study and learning Support:
http://www.rmit.edu.au/studyandlearningcentre
Equitable Learning Services (ELS):
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-and-facilities/student-support/equitable-learning-services
Late submission:
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/forms/assessment-forms
Special consideration:
http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration
Plagiarism:
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/rights-and-responsibilities/academic-integrity
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