Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2023
Course Code: DENT5849C
Course Title: Identify, select and prepare instruments, equipment and materials
Important Information:
Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities.
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School: 535T Social Care and Health
Campus: City Campus
Program: C6157 - Advanced Diploma of Dental Prosthetics
Course Contact: Matt Clayton
Course Contact Phone: +61 435 933 052
Course Contact Email: matthew.clayton@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Nominal Hours: 75
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 identify, select and prepare appropriate instruments, equipment, materials and medicaments for specific removable dental prosthetic procedures.
This unit applies to work in dental prosthetics.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
HLTDEP001 Identify, select and prepare instruments, equipment and materials |
Element: |
1. Prepare the clinic for the removable dental prosthetic treatment of patients |
Performance Criteria: |
.1 Make accessible in the clean zone of the surgery the patient’s required laboratory work, necessary charts and records 1.2 Give personal protective equipment to the patient and members of the dental team 1.3 Ensure emergency procedures are in place and ready for use according to organisation policy and procedures |
Element: |
2. Identify and select instruments and equipment for a range of removable dental prosthetic procedures |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Implement infection prevention and control techniques 2.2 Select the correct equipment, instruments and materials for the planned prosthetic procedure 2.3 Arrange instruments in order of use for a range of prosthetic procedures |
Element: |
3. Prepare instruments and equipment for the range of removable dental prosthetic procedures |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Prepare instruments and equipment according to manufacturers’ instructions 3.2 Maintain and store instruments and equipment according to manufacturers’ instructions and in accordance with infection control guidelines |
Element: |
4. Prepare materials according to manufacturers' instructions for the range of removable dental prosthetic procedures |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Prepare the correct materials and medicaments using the correct techniques, to the correct consistency and quantity required, and within the designated timelines 4.2 Monitor storage requirements and shelf life of materials and medicaments 4.3 Check materials for integrity prior to use 4.4 Monitor expiry dates of materials and medicaments and re-order materials correctly 4.5 Store materials and medicaments according to manufacturers’ instructions 4.6 Confine materials to clean zone of surgery to minimise contamination by aerosols and splatter 4.7 Follow workplace health and safety policies and procedures when preparing materials |
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this course, you will be able to:
1. Prepare the clinic for the removable dental prosthetic treatment of patients
2. Identify and select instruments and equipment for a range of removable dental prosthetic procedures
3. Prepare instruments and equipment for the range of removable dental prosthetic procedures
4. Prepare materials according to manufacturers' instructions for the range of removable dental prosthetic procedures
Details of Learning Activities
You will be involved in the following learning activities to meet requirements for this competency. You will be observed and assessed through your planned activities throughout the duration of the course.
- Face to Face classes
- Simulated Workplace Learning and Teaching Clinic Level 2 Royal Dental Hospital Melbourne RDHM.
- Online learning via Canvas
- Other forms of structured teaching and learning
Teaching Schedule
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identify, select and prepare instruments, equipment and materials. Prepare yourself for Clinic.
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Face to Face |
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Identify, select and prepare instruments, equipment and materials, Documentation required Australian New Zealand standards and Standard Precautions |
Face to Face |
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3 |
Identify, select and prepare instruments, equipment and materials. Activities Discussions required for preparations in clinical environment, |
Face to Face (Practical sessions) |
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4 |
Identify, select and prepare instruments, equipment and materials. All PPE required by DHSV. |
Face to Face Practical sessions in Simulated environment. |
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5 |
Identify, select and prepare instruments, equipment and materials. Setting and preparing instruments for dental procedures. |
Face to Face. Practical sessions in Simulated clinic environment. |
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6 |
Identify, select and prepare instruments, equipment And materials. Open book knowledge assessment |
Face to Face |
Open book knowledge Assessment. |
7 |
Identify, select and prepare instruments, equipment and materials. Practical assessment. |
Face to Face Observation in Clinic at RDHM 2nd Floor |
Practical Assessment In Clinic RDHM. |
Learning Resources
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Students will be able to access course information and learning materials through myRMIT Canvas and may be provided with additional materials in class. 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
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:
• performed the activities outlined in the performance criteria of this unit during a period of at least 240 hours of work in a clinical dental workplace environment
• prepared the clinic for at least 4 different dental prosthetic procedures including:
- locating each patient’s required laboratory work and necessary charts and records
- selecting and preparing instruments and equipment as required for specific procedures
- preparing relevant materials and medicaments for treatment
- maintaining and storing equipment correctly and in good working order
• consistently applied standard and additional precautions during preparation for 4 different prosthetic procedures including:
- using personal protective equipment
- using clean and sterile techniques where appropriate
- maintaining and storing equipment correctly and in good working order.
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 prepared the clinic for at least 4 different dental prosthetic procedures including: - locating each patient’s required laboratory work and necessary charts and records - selecting and preparing instruments and equipment as required for specific procedures - preparing relevant materials and medicaments for treatment - maintaining and storing equipment correctly and in good working order
Assessment 2 - consistently applied standard and additional precautions during preparation for 4 different prosthetic procedures including: - using personal protective equipment - using clean and sterile techniques where appropriate - maintaining and storing equipment correctly and in good working order.
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These matrices are available through Program Administration.
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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