MATC 2026-27 Catalog

DEGREE/DIPLOMA/CERTIFICATE COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

DLABT-129

Credits:5

DLABT-111

Credits:5

DIETNT-160

Credits:1

All Ceramic Techniques Theoretical and practical study. This course is an introduction to fi xed prosthodontics. The focus of this course is on crown and bridge techniques with all ceramic-based restorations. Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the Dental Technician program (31-507-1). Complete DLABT-121 and DLABT-115. Complete either ENG-195 or ENG-201. All courses listed must be completed with a minimum grade of C or higher. Completion of or currently enrolled in DLABT-117. DMS – Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (Department 526) DMS-200 Credits:3 Intro to DMS Introduces learners to the fi eld of diagnostic medical sonography. Explores the duties and functions of the diagnostic medical sonographer as well as the historical background. Learners examine the other imaging modalities as they relate to sonography. Includes principles of patient care and legal and ethical issues related to sonography. Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the Cardiovascular Technology – Echocardiography program (10-521-2) or the Diagnostic Medical Sonography program (10-526-2). DMS-203 Credits:1 Scanning With Pro fi ciency Prepares learners for the rigors of clinical imaging by performing timed abdominal and gynecological competencies. Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the Diagnostic Medical Sonography program (10-526-2). Complete DMS-207, DMS-208 and DMS-221. DMS-207 Credits:4 Abdominal Sonography Prepares learners to perform ultrasounds of the abdominal organs, including liver, gallbladder, biliary tree, pancreas, spleen, urinary tract, aorta and retroperitoneum. Emphasis is placed on recognizing the anatomy and pathology of the abdominal organs. Practice scan sessions included. Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the Diagnostic Medical Sonography program (10-526-2). Complete DMS-200, BIOSCI-177 and BIOSCI-179. DMS-208 Credits:3 OB/GYN Sonography 1 Prepares learners to perform ultrasounds of the nongravid uterus and the fi rst-trimester pregnancy. Explores the anatomy, physiology and pathology of the female reproductive system as well as intrauterine and ectopic pregnancies. Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the Diagnostic Medical Sonography program (10 526-2). Complete BIOSCI-177 and BIOSCI-179. Completion of or currently enrolled in DMS-200.

Intro to Complete Dentures Theoretical and practical study. This course is an introduction to complete dentures. The focus of this course is on removable techniques with complete denture fabrication. Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the Dental Technician program (31-507-1). Complete DLABT-102 and DLABT-113 with a minimum grade of C or higher. Completion of or currently enrolled in DLABT-114 and either ENG-195 or ENG-201. DLABT-113 Credits:2 Dental Technology Materials Theoretical study of dental technology related materials. Focus will include guidelines regarding OSHA, NADL and ADA. Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the Dental Technician program (31-507-1). Completion of or currently enrolled in DLABT-102 then choose either ENG-195 or ENG-201. DLABT-115 Credits:2 CAD/CAM in Dentistry Introduces the theory and practice of fabricating dental prosthesis digitally through the use of computer aided design/computer aided manufacturing Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the Dental Technician program (31-507 1). Complete DLABT-111 and DLABT-114. Complete either ENG-195 or ENG-201. All courses listed must be completed with a minimum grade of C or higher. Completion of or currently enrolled in DLABT-121. DLABT-121 Credits:5 Intro to Crown and Bridge Theoretical and practical study. This course is an introduction to fi xed prosthodontics. The focus of this course is on crown and bridge techniques with metal-based restorations. Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the Dental Technician program (31-507-1). Complete DLABT-111 and DLABT-124. Complete either ENG-195 or ENG 201. All courses listed must be completed with a minimum grade of C or higher. Completion of or currently enrolled in DLABT-115. DLABT-124 Credits:2 Principle of Occlusion This course addresses the principles of occlusion and their application to fabrication of dental prosthesis. Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the Dental Technician program (31-507-1). Complete DLABT-102 and DLABT-113 with a minimum grade of C or higher. Completion of or currently enrolled in DLABT-111 and choose either ENG-195 or ENG-201. DLABT-127 Credits:2 Dental Tech Professionalism Highlights ethical, legal and historical aspects of dentistry and dental lab technology with a focus on dental laboratory management techniques. Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the Dental Technician program (31-507-1). Complete DLABT-121 DLABT-115. Complete either ENG 195 or ENG-201 all courses listed must have a minimum grade of C or higher. Completion of or currently enrolled in DLABT-129.

Medical Terminology for the Dietetic Technician Students study the components of medical words to learn medical terminology for communication with the members of the healthcare team. Emphasis is placed on recognition, pronunciation, de fi nition and spelling of terms and abbreviations. Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the Nutrition and Dietetic Technician program (10-313-1). DIETNT-166 Credits:1 Nutrition in the Life Cycle: Coordinated Practice The nutrient and nutritional counseling needs for normal growth and optimal health throughout the life cycle are explored. Students develop and implement teaching plans for the various age groups in the clinical experience. Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the Nutrition and Dietetic Technician Program (10-313-1). Completion of or currently enrolled in DIETNT-156. DIETNT-167 Credits:2 Food Service Management 2: Coordinated Practice Through clinic experiences, students learn modern management techniques to select and train employees, maintain departmental records, purchase food and supplies, supervise meal service, plan meetings, analyze, correct problems, and develop interdepartmental communication. Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the Nutrition and Dietetic Technician program (10-313-1). Complete DIETNT-108, DIETNT-118 and DIETNT-106 or ServSafe Certi fi cate. Completion of or currently enrolled in DIETNT-157. DIETNT-170 Credits:2 Nutritional Counseling Skills The role of the nutrition therapist is studied to develop counseling relationships with clients in order to achieve behavior change for improved nutritional health. Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the Nutrition and Dietetic Technician program (10-313-1) or Community Health and Nutrition Navigator program (10-539-3). DLABT – Dental Laboratory Technology (Department 507) DLABT-102 Credits:5 Dental Anatomy Theoretical and practical study of dentition. The focus of this course is the study of anatomy, morphology, structure, and function of dentition and the oral cavity including functional waxing techniques and reproduction of anatomical forms. Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the Dental Technician program (31-507 1). Completion of or currently enrolled in DLABT-113 and either ENG-195 or ENG-201.

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