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DE1001: PRIMARY DENTAL LABORATORY SKILLS (2019-2020)

Last modified: 25 Sep 2019 09:58


Course Overview

 

The course introduces the student to the basic laboratory skills used in the production, modification and repair of dental appliances. The subjects taught are essential topics for quick integration into the laboratory working environment. Associated dental biomaterial science is introduced to complement the learning.

 

 

Course Details

Study Type Undergraduate Level 1
Term First Term Credit Points Other credits (0 ECTS credits)
Campus Aberdeen Sustained Study No
Co-ordinators
  • Mr James Mackie

What courses & programmes must have been taken before this course?

  • Either Bachelor of Dental Surgery or Any Undergraduate Programme Diploma Of Higher Education In Dental Technology
  • Any Undergraduate Programme (Studied)

What other courses must be taken with this course?

None.

What courses cannot be taken with this course?

None.

Are there a limited number of places available?

No

Course Description

This course explains both the theoretical and practical component of the basic laboratory procedures encountered by a trainee. This allows them to integrate quickly into the dental laboratory environment. Students are provided with the theory of impression taking. Theory and practical knowledge of model casting, blocking out, record blocks, special trays, denture mould forming, acrylic resin processing, abrasion and polishing of the processed dentures are introduced. Trainees also cover the theory and practical knowledge for the repair, addition and relining / rebasing of dentures.


Contact Teaching Time

Information on contact teaching time is available from the course guide.

Teaching Breakdown

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Details, including assessments, may be subject to change until 30 August 2024 for 1st term courses and 20 December 2024 for 2nd term courses.

Summative Assessments

Exam

Assessment Type Summative Weighting 30
Assessment Weeks 27 Feedback Weeks

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Learning Outcomes
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Oral Presentation: Group

Assessment Type Summative Weighting 20
Assessment Weeks 19,20 Feedback Weeks

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Observed Structured Practical Exam

Assessment Type Summative Weighting 70
Assessment Weeks 27 Feedback Weeks

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Formative Assessment

Lab Book

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Course Learning Outcomes

Knowledge LevelThinking SkillOutcome
FactualUnderstandHave knowledge of the science underpinning dental materials used in the manufacture of clinical aids and in the repair, modification and completion of removable dental appliances.
ProceduralApplyConstruct clinical aids demonstrating the laboratory procedures and techniques applied in the dental removable appliance manufacturing process.
ProceduralApplyKnow how to Repair, modify and adjust removable dental appliances.
ProceduralEvaluateApply legal, statutory and management principles into daily manufacturing activities.
ProceduralApplyOrganise and maintain equipment in accordance to manufactures guidelines for laboratory activities.

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