MATC 2025-26 Catalog

Manufacturing, Construction & Transportation Academic & Career Pathway Dental Technician PROGRAM CODE: 31-507-1

Technical Diploma

COURSES DLABT-102 DLABT-111 DLABT-113 DLABT-114

CREDITS

Dental Anatomy ‡........................................................... 5 Introduction to Complete Dentures ‡ .............................. 5 Dental Technology Materials ‡........................................ 2 Principles of Occlusion ‡ ................................................ 1 Written Communication ‡ ............................................... 3 (or) ENG-201 English 1 CAD/CAM in Dentistry ‡ ................................................. 2 Dental Technician Professionalism ‡ .............................. 1 Introduction to Crown and Bridge ‡ ................................ 5 All Ceramic Techniques ‡ ............................................... 5

ENG-195

DLABT-115 DLABT-117 DLABT-121 DLABT-129

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CREDITS Total credits needed to complete this diploma

Location: Downtown Milwaukee Campus Start Dates: August

Admission Requirement: High school diploma or equivalent. This program admits students through a waiting list process. Visit the program’s webpage at matc.edu to view the waiting list process and all requirements. Financial Aid Eligible: Yes. Use code 003866 at fafsa.gov. Program Description Develop the knowledge and skills necessary to manufacture dental prostheses, including fixed restorations and complete dentures. The curriculum integrates theoretical study with hands-on dental lab applications. Students train in MATC’s fully equipped dental laboratory, gaining practical experience to prepare for careers in the dental industry. Career Outlook The increasing demand for aesthetic dentistry, along with an aging population and expanding workforce, continues to create strong employment opportunities for skilled dental technicians. . Program Learning Outcomes • Relate concepts of oral anatomy, morphology and occlusion to dental laboratory procedures. • Perform laboratory techniques and procedures for dentures. • Assume the role of the dental laboratory technician as a member of the dental healthcare team. • Observe infection control and environmental safety procedures.

‡ Prerequisite required. Program curriculum requirements are subject to change. Current MATC students should consult their Academic Program Plan for specific curriculum requirements. MATC courses are offered in person, entirely online or partially online. Check each course’s delivery options in Self-Service at selfservice.matc.edu .

Complete Program Details QUESTIONS? 414-297-8901 or mctpathway@matc.edu

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