MATC 2026-27 Catalog

Manufacturing, Construction and Transportation Academic and Career Pathway Dental Technician TECHNICAL DIPLOMA | PROGRAM CODE: 31-507-1

Program Description Develop the knowledge and skills necessary to manufacture dental prostheses, including fi xed 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.

SEMESTER1

CREDITS

DLABT-102 DLABT-113 DLABT-111 DLABT-124

Dental Anatomy ‡........................................................... 5 Dental Technology Materials ‡........................................ 2 Introduction to Complete Dentures ‡ .............................. 5 Principles of Occlusion ‡ ................................................ 2 Written Communication ‡ ............................................... 3 (or) ENG-201 English 1 Introduction to Crown and Bridge ‡ ................................ 5 CAD/CAM in Dentistry ‡ ................................................. 2 All Ceramic Techniques ‡ ............................................... 5 Dental Technician Professionalism ‡ .............................. 2 SEMESTER2

ENG-195

Location: Downtown Milwaukee Campus Start Dates: August

Admission Requirement: High school diploma or equivalent Waiting List: Yes. 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. 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.

DLABT-121 DLABT-115 DLABT-129 DLABT-127

31

CREDITS Total credits needed to complete this program

Manufacturing, Construction and Transportation

Semester sequence based on a full-time course load and a Fall start date. ‡ 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

matc.edu | 414-297-MATC | Wisconsin Relay System 711

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