Course Title: Join alloy structures

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: VE 2023

Class Number: All

Class Section: All

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Course Code: DENT5870C

Course Title: Join alloy structures

Important Information:

Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities.  

To participate in any RMIT course in-person activities or assessment, you will need to comply with RMIT vaccination requirements which are applicable during the duration of the course. This RMIT requirement includes being vaccinated against COVID-19 or holding a valid medical exemption.  

Please read this RMIT Enrolment Procedure as it has important information regarding COVID vaccination and your study at RMIT: https://policies.rmit.edu.au/document/view.php?id=209.  

Please read the Student website for additional requirements of in-person attendance: https://www.rmit.edu.au/covid/coming-to-campus  

  

Please check your Canvas course shell closer to when the course starts to see if this course requires mandatory in-person attendance. The delivery method of the course might have to change quickly in response to changes in the local state/national directive regarding in-person course attendance.

School: 535T Social Care and Health

Campus: City Campus

Program: C5387 - Diploma of Dental Technology

Course Contact: Luke Scarica

Course Contact Phone: 03 9925 0312

Course Contact Email: luke.scarica@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

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

None

Course Description

This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to join dental alloys using thermal processes.

This unit applies to work in dental technology.


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

HLTDET010 Join alloy structures

Element:

1. Solder components

Performance Criteria:

1.1 Identify and position component materials accurately to comply with the design and in a manner that enables the optimum join to be made

1.2 Select appropriate solder and flux according to the component materials

1.3 Select appropriate heating methods

1.4 Apply and control solder

1.5 Evaluate each finished join

1.6 Clean, trim, shape and finish components to produce a smooth surface free of sharp edges and irregularities

 

Element:

2. Weld components

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Identify and position component materials accurately to comply with the design, and in a manner that enables the optimum join to be made

2.2 Select appropriate welding techniques and equipment

2.3 Weld components

2.4 Evaluate each finished weld

2.5 Clean, trim, shape and finish components to produce a smooth surface free of sharp edges and irregularities


Learning Outcomes


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

  1. Solder components 
  2. Weld components


Details of Learning Activities

Theory: Lectures/tutorial  

Practical: Dental Laboratory exercises/activities 


Teaching Schedule

Course Guide

Find the Part A course guide here

Course Schedule

Semester VE 2023

Session

Topic

Learning Materials and Activities

Assessment Remarks

1

Theory

Theory/Prac

AT3 27/3/23 (9.30 - 10.30)

Prac (11.00 - 4.30)

AT2 2/8/23 (9.30 - 10.30)

Prac (11.00 - 4.30)

Theory/Practical  

Practical.

Log book activities. Construction of a space maintainer using welding and soldering techniques 

This theory session will inform the completion of your knowledge assessment 

2

Practical

AT3 28/3/23

AT2 3/8/23

 

Practical.

Log book activities. Construction of a space maintainer using welding and soldering techniques   

These practical sessions will prepare you for the practical assessment 

3

Practical 

AT3 29/3/23

Practical Assessment

AT2 4/8/23

Knowledge Assessment due dates

AT3 2/6/23

AT2 1/9/23

 

 

4

Practical Assessment

AT3 30/3/23

 

 

 


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References


Other Resources

None


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:

• followed 2 sets of sequenced written instructions and manufacturers’ instructions for preparation of materials for joining alloy structures

• used standard precautions and safe work practices to produce 2 soldered or welded joints that exhibit bio-compatibility and optimum mechanical properties

• critically evaluated the 2 joined alloy structures produced to meet technical laboratory and patient requirements, including joint:

   - position

   - strength

   - integrity

   - function.

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: Theory Assessment - Written Test Due  AT2 1/9/23 and AT3 2/6/23

The theory assessment will include short answer questions and diagrams as required.

 

Assessment 2: Practical Assessment – Practical Skills Test AT2 4/8/23 & AT3 30/3/23

During your practical assessment you will be required to produce and critically evaluate 2 soldered or welded joints

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 

 


Assessment Matrix

he 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.   

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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