Course Title: Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2025
Course Code: PUBH9446C
Course Title: Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control
School: 535T Social Care and Health
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5387 - Diploma of Dental Technology
Course Contact: Luke Scarica
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 0312
Course Contact Email: luke.scarica@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Nominal Hours: 35
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 describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to apply basic infection prevention and control principles in work settings including implementing standard and transmission-based precautions and responding to risks.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
HLTINF006 Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control |
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1. Identify the role of infection prevention and control in the work setting. |
Performance Criteria: |
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Element: |
2. Follow standard and transmission-based precautions for infection prevention and control in the work setting. |
Performance Criteria: |
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Element: |
3. Respond to potential and actual exposure to infection risks within scope of own role. |
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Learning Outcomes
1. Identify the role of infection prevention and control in the work setting.
2. Follow standard and transmission-based precautions for infection prevention and control in the work setting.
3. Respond to potential and actual exposure to infection risks within scope of own role.
Details of Learning Activities
In this unit you complete the following learning activities:
- Online sessions via Collaborate
- Simulated workplace activities
- Online quizzes
- Self-directed learning on Canvas
- Workshops
- Independent knowledge-based work
Teaching Schedule
Note: The schedule may change depending on class needs and availability of teachers, speakers and resources.
Session 1 - Infection control lecture
Session 2 - Infection control Practical on campus, Task 4 issued online
Session 3 - Infection control on campus, Task 2- Simulated practical Assessment on campus with Task 1 Knowledge Assessment online
Session 4 - Infection control on campus, Task 2- Simulated practical Assessment on-campus with Task 4 Video Assessment online
Session 5 - Infection control on campus, Task 3 (third party embedded with another tech class)
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:
- followed established organisation infection prevention and control procedures on at least 3 separate occasions
- followed established organisation infection prevention and control procedures at least once for each of the following:
- hand hygiene and care of hand
- use of personal protective equipment
- handling of waste
- enforcing clean and contaminated zones
- limitation of contamination
- surface cleaning
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 Diploma of Dental Technology 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 and due date.
AT1 Knowledge Assessment
This is an open-book assessment scheduled to be submitted (Phase 1/Day 5 after Session 3 ) via Canvas. This knowledge assessment will allow students to demonstrate the knowledge required for a dental assistant to the Infection Control which cannot be demonstrated within a clinical environment. Knowledge assessment students will be asked to answer all questions that relate to Elements and performance criteria and Knowledge evidence of the HLTINF001 Comply with Infection prevention and control policies and procedures. There are some scenarios and safety requirements relevant to the workplace. Feedback will be provided via Grade Centre on Canvas and discussed verbally if required.
AT2 Simulated Lab - Practical Assessment 2
This is a simulated practical assessment is conducted in Phase 1 at RMIT Level 3 . This practical workplace assessment has been designed to provide students with an opportunity to demonstrate their
ability to complete and follow relevant infection prevention and control procedures within the Simulated Clinic at RMIT. The assessment will mainly be focused on infection prevention and control in the dental laboratory, with a focus on PPE, Hand Hygiene, and setting up and setting down dental laboratory Feedback will be provided at the end of the practical assessment.
AT3 - Thirdparty Report
This is a simulated practical assessment is issued online in Phase 1. This practical assessment task is the third of four assessment tasks you need to complete satisfactorily, in order to be deemed competent for this unit. This assessment will mainly be focused on infection prevention and control in the dental laboratory, with a focus on PPE, Hand Hygiene, setting up and setting down dental laboratory, under the direction/supervision of their supervisor . Feedback will be provided at the end of the assessment.
AT4 -Workplace Video Practical
This is a simulated practical assessment is issued online in Phase 1. This practical assessment task is the final of four assessment tasks you need to complete satisfactorily, in order to be deemed competent for this unit. This assessment students demonstrates their skills and knowledge of infection prevention and control in the dental Lab, with a focus on PPE, Hand Hygiene, under the direction/supervision. Feedback will be provided via Grade Centre on Canvas and discussed verbally if required.
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 Assessment
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.
Assessment Matrix
Assessment is ongoing throughout the course and will include three practical assessments, one knowledge assessment, two logbooks and one project portfolio presented to a panel of industry experts.
Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on Canvas
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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