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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
This course introduces the theories and techniques of chairside assisting in the dental specialties. Also includes the manipulation and uses of dental materials and the exposure, processing, and mounting of dental radiographs utilized in the dental specialties. Sp
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3.00 Credits
This course includes principles of radiation physics, exposing, processing, mounting, evaluating, and interpreting dental radiographs. Biological effects of radiation and protective principles, quality assurance protocols, and infection control are emphasized. Emerging imaging technology is addressed. Two hours lecture, two hours laboratory. Prereq: Admission into the Dental Hygiene or Dental Assisting Program. F
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3.00 Credits
This course focuses on the study of the physical, chemical, and biologic properties and uses of dental materials. Identification and manipulation of common dental materials are incorporated in laboratory experiences. Two hours lecture, two hours laboratory. Prereq: Admission into the Dental Hygiene or Dental Assisting Program. F
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2.00 Credits
This course provides the student with a detailed study of the anatomy of the oral cavity and underlying structures. The eruption, arrangement, function, developmental disturbances, occlusion and morphological characteristics of both the permanent and deciduous dentitions is presented. Two hours lecture. Prereq: Admission into the Dental Hygiene or Dental Assisting Program. F
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2.00 Credits
This course emphasizes prevention of dental and periodontal diseases through mechanical dental plaque control, fluoride therapy, pit and fissure sealants, dietary control, and basic principles of client education. The effects of tobacco use on oral health are included. Tobacco cessation strategies and their use in oral health education are presented. Two hours lecture. Prereq: Admission into the Dental Hygiene Program. F
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4.00 Credits
This course introduces the theory of the dental hygiene process of care, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Emphasis is on providing the student with an ethical and scientific foundation to use in applying appropriate infection control procedures, introductory client assessment procedures, and basic instrumentation skills. The use of the dental hygiene diagnosis in developing a care plan is introduced. Current clinic issues are addressed in a one-hour weekly seminar. Three hours lecture. Prereq: Admission into the Dental Hygiene Program. F
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3.00 Credits
This pre-clinical laboratory experience course presents practicum covering the fundamentals of medical emergencies, infection control procedures, assessment of the dental hygiene client, development of a dental hygiene diagnosis, instrumentation skills, equipment use and maintenance, and basic oral health education. Eight hours laboratory. Prereq: Admission into the Dental Hygiene Program. F
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3.00 Credits
An introduction to basic economic terms and concepts, such as scarcity, opportunity cost, trade, markets, prices, competition, unemployment, inflation, business cycles, and growth. Special emphasis is given to the application of these terms and concepts to choices which individuals face everyday and to current social problems. F, Sp
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3.00 Credits
An introductory analysis of individual decision-making in a market system. Topics include market price determination, the influence of prices and costs on consumer and producer behavior, and the importance of seller competition. Prereq: MATH 111 or its equivalent. F, Sp, Su
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3.00 Credits
An introductory analysis of overall economic activity, including income, production, employment, and prices. Alternative theories of, and policies toward, economic stabilization and growth are examined. Prereq: MATH 111 or its equivalent. F, Sp, Su
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