Course Title: Construct immediate dentures
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2025
Course Code: DENT5866C
Course Title: Construct immediate dentures
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: 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: |
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: |
Performance Criteria 2.1 Select appropriate model materials 2.2 Ensure all equipment used for mixing materials is clean 2.3 Prepare model materials in accordance with desired outcomes 2.4 Maintain and store model materials in accordance with manufacturers’ instructions |
Element: |
3. Process immediate denture |
Performance Criteria: |
Performance Criteria 3.1 Trim and polish immediate dentures 3.2 Process surgical template 3.3 Trim and polish surgical template 3.4 Decontaminate the denture and surgical template according to infection control guidelines 3.5 Place denture and surgical template in a suitable container that will keep moist in accordance with infection control guidelines |
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this course, you will 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
Theory: Face to face prior to commencing practical exercises
Practical: Dental Laboratory exercises/activities
Teaching Schedule
Below is the Course Syllabus which provides a summary of the work we will be doing in each of the sessions for this course, "Construct immediate dentures".
Practicing the techniques is imperative to learning this material so make sure to attend all of your classes.
Please note that there will be demonstrations run on certain techniques each day - it is important that you are present for these demonstrations so that you can continue to complete your exercises without any delays. .
Semester 2 2025 | |
Session/Week |
Learning Materials and Activities |
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Week 1 28/7/2025(F25A +F25B) 9.30am-12.30pm(AM): Theory 1.30am-4.30pm(PM):Practical 29/7/2025(F25A +F25B) 9.30am-4.30pm: Practical 28/7/2025(F25C) 9.30am-12.30pm(AM): Theory 1.30am-4.30pm(PM):Practical 29/7/2025(F25C) 9.30am-4.30pm: Practical |
AM: 1. THEORY: “Construct immediate dentures” PowerPoint PM: Practical work: Case #1 + Case #2
** We will do the set up and investment for CASE 1 and Case 2 at the same times |
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Week 2 4/8/25 & 5/8/25 (F25A +F25B) 6/8/25 & 7/8/25 (F25C) 9.30am-12.30pm(AM): Practical 1.30am-4.30pm(PM):Practical |
Continue:
**Case 1: Upper (Open face) **Case 2:Lower( Closed Face) |
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Week 3 11/8/25 &12/8/25 (F25A +F25B) 13/8/25 &14/8/25 (F25C) 9.30am-12.30pm(AM): Practical 1.30am-4.30pm(PM):Practical |
Continues :
**Can start investment if denture is ready - Investment Process
**continues with your Thermoformed Surgical Guide while waiting the denture to cook. |
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Week 4 18/9/2025(F25A +F25B) 20/8/25(F25C) 9.30am-4.30pm(AM): Practical 19/8/2025(F25A +F25B) 21/8/2025(F25A C) Am:Knowledge Assessment day PM: Practical |
OR
AM: Knowledge Assessment PM: Finish up the immediate denture & prepare practical assessment model **can prepared your practical assessment model |
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Week 5 25/8/25 & 26/8/25(F25A +F25B) 27/8/25 & 28/8/2025(F25C) Practical Assessment Day 9.30am-4.30pm |
Practical Assessment Day 1& Day 2 |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
To assist you with your learning, RMIT University will provide access to free Campus Wi Fi and internet, access to Canvas LMS. RMIT also has available free access to computers and study spaces: https://www.rmit.edu.au/library/about-and-contacts/computers-and-study-spaces
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:
• followed 1 set of sequenced written instructions and the manufacturers’ instructions for preparing materials used in immediate dentures
• used standard precautions and safe work practices to construct an immediate denture from at least one denture suitable for insertion in the mouth including 1 of each of the following:
- maxillary or mandibular anterior tooth with at least one of the following:
o flanged denture with bone re-contouring
o flanged denture without bone re-contouring
o open-faced denture
- maxillary or mandibular posterior tooth with at least one of the following:
o flanged denture with bone re-contouring
o flanged denture without bone re-contouring
o open-faced denture
• critically evaluated the 1 immediate denture produced to meet technical laboratory and patient requirements.
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
Assessment Task 1: Knowledge Assessment - Due week 17 (14/6/25). The theory assessment will include short answer questions and diagrams as required.
Assessment Task 2: Practical Assessment – Practical assessment. Due week 15 (31/5/25). During your practical assessment you will be required to construct and critically evaluate 1 immediate acrylic denture with a surgical guide
Resubmissions:
Students are allowed two (2) attempts for each assessment to demonstrate competency for the required skills. If an assessment is not submitted by the due date, or you do not attend a practical assessment, regardless of whether it is a first or second attempt, you must apply for special consideration within five (5) working days. If your application is approved, you will be permitted to complete the assessment task at a later date. Without approval for special consideration, you will receive a 'Not Yet Competent' (NYC) grade for that assessment.
A Supplementary Assessment may be granted at the discretion of the Program Coordinator or Program Manager, following discussions with the teacher and/or Course Advisory Committee. Factors such as class attendance (80-100% requirement), class participation and communication with the teacher will be considered.
Results that apply to courses that are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment are:
CA: Competency Achieved
NYS: Not Yet Satisfactory
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 and expected 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.
Class attendance of less than 80% of the class exercise sessions may negatively impact any possibility of additional submissions (see also above in “Assessment Tasks: Re-submissions”).
If you attend late to a lab/clinic/practical teaching session you must wait to be allowed entrance to the lab/clinic as this can pose a WHS issue, especially if specialised equipment is being used and demonstrated. Teachers are permitted to not allow you to use equipment if formal training has been missed, if this happens you must request a meeting with the teacher and program coordinator to discuss moving forward.
If you miss an assessment or assessable practical class you need to apply for special consideration. The special consideration department will ask you to provide a medical certificate or give other evidence to support your request. Once Special consideration has been applied for the students will wait for the result and then contact their teacher on the outcome.
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
Extensions of time for submission of assessable work:
If you are prevented from submitting an assessment on time by circumstances outside your control you may apply for an extension of up to seven (7) calendar days to your Program Coordinator through your Canvas Course Shell one working day BEFORE the due date. Please provide evidence and /or valid reasonings why you were unable to complete the submission on time within this email. Extensions cannot be guaranteed if evidence or valid reasons are not given. Eligibility criteria for application and the form is available from the link: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/extensions-of-time-for-submission-of-assessable-work
Where an extension of greater than seven days is needed, you must apply for special consideration.
Special consideration:
If due to illness or other unforeseen circumstance, you are unable to attend on the due date of an assessment (e.g. test, examination, oral, etc.), you may submit an application for special consideration within 5 working days of the due date. If special consideration is granted, you will be given the opportunity to complete/repeat the assessment task at a later date. For advice on this application please visit www.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration or speak to your Program Coordinator.
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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