Course Title: Construct ceramic and fixed restorations
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2024
Course Code: DENT5871C
Course Title: Construct ceramic and fixed restorations
Important Information:
Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities.
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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: 120
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 take a tooth shade and construct ceramic and fixed restorations.
This unit applies to work in dental technology.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
HLTDET011 Construct ceramic and fixed restorations |
Element: |
1. Take tooth shade |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Read and interpret work order 1.2 Provide full details of the procedure to the patient or carer where appropriate 1.3 Obtain and document consent following ethical and legal requirements 1.4 Consider the accuracy of natural and artificial light 1.5 Position the patient correctly for the procedure 1.6 Consult patient regarding requirements and aesthetic outcomes 1.7 View mouth to gain overview of procedure. 1.8 Select technique and prepare equipment and materials for tooth shade recording 1.9 Implement standard precautions to prevent the spread of infection 1.10 Instruct patient on participation during the procedure 1.11 Select tooth shade and consult patient regarding findings, and gain acceptance 1.12 Document the tooth shade 1.13 Discuss any follow-up procedures with the patient |
Element: |
2. Prepare sub-structures |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Read and interpret the work order 2.2 Design and form substructure 2.3 Process the substructure 2.4 Assess substructure for accuracy and appropriateness 2.5 Prepare the bonding surface of the substructure if required for porcelain build up in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions |
Element: |
3. Select, apply and process ceramics |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Select appropriate ceramic for substructure or restoration 3.2 Apply procedures to selected ceramic for substructures or restoration 3.3 Process the restoration in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions |
Element: |
4. Trim, shape and finish ceramic restoration |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Trim the ceramic restoration to required anatomical shape 4.2 Finish the ceramic restoration to meet clinically accepted standards 4.3 Evaluate the quality of the finished restoration 4.4 Decontaminate the ceramic restoration according to infection control guidelines 4.5 Dry the ceramic restoration, place on model and place in a sealed container for dispatch and record completed work order |
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this course, you will be able to:
- Take tooth shade
- Prepare sub-structures
- Select, apply and process ceramics
- Trim, shape and finish ceramic restorations
Details of Learning Activities
Theory: Knowledge material required to effectively complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage tasks and manage contingencies in the context of the work role.
Practical: Dental Laboratory exercises/activities
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements define the essential outcomes |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Take tooth shade |
1.1 Read and interpret work order 1.2 Provide full details of the procedure to the patient or carer where appropriate 1.3 Obtain and document consent following ethical and legal requirements 1.4 Consider the accuracy of natural and artificial light 1.5 Position the patient correctly for the procedure 1.6 Consult patient regarding requirements and aesthetic outcomes 1.7 View mouth to gain overview of procedure. 1.8 Select technique and prepare equipment and materials for tooth shade recording 1.9 Implement standard precautions to prevent the spread of infection 1.10 Instruct patient on participation during the procedure 1.11 Select tooth shade and consult patient regarding findings, and gain acceptance 1.12 Document the tooth shade 1.13 Discuss any follow-up procedures with the patient
|
2. Prepare sub-structures |
2.1 Read and interpret the work order 2.2 Design and form substructure 2.3 Process the substructure 2.4 Assess substructure for accuracy and appropriateness 2.5 Prepare the bonding surface of the substructure if required for porcelain build up in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions
|
3. Select, apply and process ceramics |
3.1 Select appropriate ceramic for substructure or restoration 3.2 Apply procedures to selected ceramic for substructures or restoration 3.3 Process the restoration in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions
|
4. Trim, shape and finish ceramic restorations |
4.1 Trim the ceramic restoration to required anatomical shape 4.2 Finish the ceramic restoration to meet clinically accepted standards 4.3 Evaluate the quality of the finished restoration 4.4 Decontaminate the ceramic restoration according to infection control guidelines 4.5 Dry the ceramic restoration, place on model and place in a sealed container for dispatch and record completed work order |
Teaching Schedule
Please refer to Syllabus on Canvas for Teaching Schedule.
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-uni-workshops
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:
• read and correctly interpreted work order for the following 4 fixed restorations
• fabricated the following 4 ceramic restorations using standard precautions and safe work practices to a standard that is suitable for insertion in the mouth:
- 1 maxillary or mandibular anterior crown
- 1 maxillary or mandibular posterior crown
- 1 anterior veneer
- 1 posterior inlay
• critically evaluated the work produced to meet technical laboratory and patient requirements including:
- shade of the ceramic matches the work order requirements
- fit of the restoration is accurate
- restoration is of an appropriate anatomical form, shape and surface finish
- restoration is free of faults
- restoration provides the correct occlusion and articulation
- proximal contact areas are in contact with the contact areas of the adjacent teeth.
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. Due dates are also published on Canvas.
Assessment Task 1: Knowledge Assessment
All 25 written questions must be answered satisfactory.
Practical Assessments which are broken into 3 parts
Assessment Task 2: Practical Assessment - Take a Tooth Shade
Assessment Task 3: Practical Assessment - Make an Anterior and Posterior Crown
Assessment Task 4: Practical Assessment - Make an Anterior Veneer and Posterior Inlay
Skills must have been demonstrated in the workplace or in a simulated environment that reflects workplace conditions. Where simulation is used, it must reflect real working conditions by modelling industry operating conditions and contingencies, as well as, using suitable facilities, equipment and resources.
Must be submitted through CANVAS
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
Resubmissions
You will be given two (2) attempts for each assessment to demonstrate the required skills. If a student does not submit an assessment on the first date provided however submits on the resubmission date this submission will be the only attempt allowed. A third (3rd) attempt can only be offered after discussions between teacher and the Program Coordinator and is not automatic. Resubmissions beyond two (2) attempts are at the discretion of the Program Coordinator and Program Manager after a conversation is had by the teacher, Program Coordinator and Program Manager. A 3rd attempt consideration will take into account class attendance( 80-100% requirement), interaction within class and communication with the class teacher.
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, discussions, demonstrations 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.
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Assessment: Information on assessment including Special Consideration, Adjustments to assessment, (eg. applying for an extension of time):
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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.
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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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