MATC 2023-24 Catalog

CVTECH – DENHYG DEGREE/DIPLOMA/CERTIFICATE COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the Dental Assistant (30-508-2) program. Completion of or currently enrolled in DENAST-304, DENAST-305, DENAST-307 and DENHYG-101. DENAST-304 Credits:2 Dental & General Anatomy This course prepares dental assisting students to apply fundamentals of general and dental anatomy to informed decision making and to professional communication with colleagues and patients Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the Dental Assistant program (30-508-2). DENAST-305 Credits:2 Applied Dental Radiography Students develop skill in operation of x-ray units and in exposing bitewing, periapical, extra oral and occlusal radiographs. Emphasis is placed on protection against x-ray hazards. Students will also process, mount and evaluate radiographs for diagnostic value. In this course, students demonstrate competency on a mannequin. In addition, students will expose bitewing radiographs on an adult patient. Prerequisite(s): Completion of or currently enrolled in DENAST-304, DENHYG-101. DENAST-306 Credits:3 Dental Assistant Clinical Students apply skills developed in Dental and General Anatomy, Dental Health Safety, Dental Chair side, Dental Materials, Dental Radiography, and Professionalism in a clinical setting with patients. Emphasizes integration of Career Essentials and basic occupational skills. Prerequisite(s): Completion of or currently enrolled in DENAST-302, DENAST-304, DENAST-307, DENHYG-101, DENHYG-113, and either DENHYG-103 or DENAST-305. DENAST-307 Credits:1 Dental Assistant Professional This course prepares dental assistant students for professional success in a dental practice or other dental health care environment. Students develop a professional appearance and image. More importantly, they learn to work within ethical guidelines and legal frameworks. In preparation for entering the work force, dental assistants develop or customize their portfolios and layout in an ongoing professional development plan. Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the Dental Assistant program (30-508-2). DENHYG – Dental Hygiene (Department 508) DENHYG-101 Credits:1 Dental Health Safety Prepares dental auxiliary students to respond proactively to dental emergencies, control infection, prevent disease, adhere

to OSHA Standards, and safely manage hazardous materials. Students also take patient vital signs and collect patient medical/dental histories. CPR certi fi cation is a prerequisite; students will be required to show proof of certi fi cation before beginning the course. This course is a WTCS aligned course required in both the Dental Hygienist and Dental Assistant programs. DENHYG-102 Credits:4 Oral Anatomy, Embry, Histology Prepares Dental Hygiene students to apply detailed knowledge about oral anatomy to planning, implementation, assessment and evaluation of patient care. Students identify distinguishing characteristics of normal and abnormal dental, head and neck anatomy and its relationship to tooth development, eruption and health. Prerequisite(s): Complete BIOSCI-177 or NATSCI-177, CHEM-186 or NATSCI-186, BIOSCI-197 or NATSCI-197 with Minimum Grade of B-, and complete DENHYG-101. Completion of or currently enrolled in DENHYG-105. DENHYG-103 Credits:2 Dental Radiography Prepares dental auxiliary students to operate x-ray units and expose bitewing, periapical, extra oral, and occlusal images. Emphasis is placed on protection against x-ray hazards. Students also scan, process, mount, and evaluate dental images for diagnostic value, and interpret radiographic information. In this course, students demonstrate competency on a mannequin and perform image receptor placement on a peer. In addition, students expose a full mouth series and double bitewing images on a patient. This course also provides the background in radiographic theory required for students to make informed decisions, adjustments, and to communicate this information to faculty, sta ff , and patients. Prerequisite(s): Completion of or currently enrolled in DENHYG-102. DENHYG-105 Credits:4 Dental Hygiene Process 1 Introduces Dental Hygiene students to the basic technical/clinical skills required of practicing dental hygienists including use of basic dental equipment, examination of patients and procedures within the dental unit. Under the direct supervision of an instructor, students integrate hands-on skills with entry-level critical thinking and problem-solving skills. The course also reinforces the application of dental Health Safety skills. Prerequisite(s): Completion of or currently enrolled in DENHYG-103. Must be admitted to Dental Hygiene (10-508-1).

in the clinical setting in the student’s choice of Cardiovascular Technology discipline. Prerequisite(s): Completion of or currently enrolled in CVTECH-185. CVTECH-189 Credits:3 Invasive CVT Clinical Experience 3 This course is a continuation of CVTECH-186 and provides the practical application to perfect the skills and knowledge through a wider range of cases. Students begin to take a more active and responsible part in the day to-day tasks associated with clinical duties. Prerequisite(s): Complete CVTECH-188. Must be admitted to the Cardiovascular Technology — Invasive program (10-521-1). CVTECH-195 Credits:2 Echocardiography Clinical Seminar Students will discuss the cases most recently performed during their clinical experience. Research papers will be required on a variety of related topics as well as a review of the clinical phase of instruction. This course will help to prepare students for the written Registry examination. Guest speakers may be scheduled. Resume writing and interview skills will be covered. Prerequisite(s): Complete CVTECH-149. CVTECH-196 Credits:4 Echocardiography Clinical Experience 2 This course provides the practical application of the principles covered in the didactic and laboratory portions of the program. Students observe, assist and perform duties assigned in the echocardiographic clinical setting. Prerequisite(s): Completion of or currently enrolled in CVTECH-195. CVTECH-197 Credits:4 Echocardiography Clinical Experience 3 The course is a continuation of CVTECH-196 and provides the practical application to perfect the skills and knowledge through a wider range of cases. Students begin to take a more active and responsible part in the day-to-day tasks associated with their clinical duties. Prerequisite(s): Complete CVTECH-196. DENAST – Dental Assistant (Department 508) DENAST-302 Credits:5 Dental Chairside This course prepares dental assistant students to chart oral cavity structures, dental pathology and restorations and to assist a dentist with basic dental procedures including examinations, pain control and restorative and cosmetic procedures. Students will also develop the ability to educate patients about preventive dentistry, brushing and fl ossing techniques and dental procedures using lay terminology. Throughout the course, students will apply decoding strategies to the correct use and interpretation of dental terminology.

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