Applied Dental Sciences

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Course
CHDA 1108
Discontinued
Yes
Course code
CHDA 1108
Descriptive
Applied Dental Sciences
Department
Dental Assisting
Faculty
Health Sciences
Credits
1.00
Start date
End term
202010
PLAR
Yes
Semester length
15 weeks
Max class size
30
Contact hours
Lecture: 13 hrs Laboratory: 2 hrs
Method(s) of instruction
Lecture
Lab
Learning activities
  • Lecture/Laboratory
  • Group discussion/Seminar
  • Guest Lecturers
  • Audio-visual materials
Course description
This course will provide the learner with the skills, values and the knowledge required to practice effective infection control procedures in the dental environment.
Course content

 

  1. Rationale for basic microbiological concepts
    • Ethical responsibilities
    • Responsibilities to patients
    • Responsibilities to co-workers/health care providers
  2. Basic microbiological concepts
    • Microbiology
    • Pathogens
    • Bacteria
    • Viruses
    • Fungi
    • Disease transmission/prevention
    • Cross-contamination
    • Immune system
    • Body defense systems
  3. Infection Control
    • Infection control guidelines/protocols
    • Universal precautions
    • Classification of instruments, equipment and surfaces
    • Chain of asepsis
    • Protective barrier techniques
    • Hand washing
    • Sterilization
    • Chemical disinfection
    • Treatment room cleaning and disinfection
    • Instrument recirculation
    • Special considerations
    • Waste management
Learning outcomes

The learning outcomes are based on the Curriculum Guide 2001 Education of Certified Dental Assistants in British Columbia developed for the Ministry of Advanced Education, Training and Technology and the Centre for Curriculum, Transfer and Technology, February 2001.

Upon successful completion of CHDA 1108 the student will be able to:

  1. discuss infection control principles as related to dentistry.
  2. discuss basic microbiological concepts, modes and routes of disease transmission, cross-contamination and the body’s defense mechanisms in relationship to the problems of dental infectious diseases.
  3. describe methods, principles, and procedures for effective infection control as established by          recognized standards.
Means of assessment

Course evaluation is based on course objectives, and is consistent with ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøÆØÒ»Çø¶þÇø Evaluation Policies.  An evaluation schedule is presented to the students at the beginning of the course.

A minimum mark of 65% is required to be successful in the course.

Outlines of evaluation may be subject to change.

Textbook materials

A list of required and optional textbooks and materials is provided for students at the beginning of each semester.

Which prerequisite

CHDA 1212 & CHDA 1214 & CHDA 1217