Course Title: Articulate models and transfer records
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2023
Course Code: DENT5864C
Course Title: Articulate models and transfer records
Important Information:
Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities.
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School: 535T Social Care and Health
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5387 - Diploma of Dental Technology
Course Contact: Luke Scarica
Course Contact Phone: 03 9925 0312
Course Contact Email: luke.scarica@rmit.edu.au
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Nominal Hours: 20
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to transfer oral records and mount models on an articulator.
This unit applies to work in dental technology.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
HLTDET004 Articulate models and transfer records |
Element: |
1. Select and prepare the articulator |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Apply standard precautions when receiving, handling and working on dental materials 1.2 Decontaminate occlusal registration rims according to infection control guidelines 1.3 Confirm requirements of work order 1.4 Select and adjust articulator in accordance with work order 1.5 Ensure all adjustable settings of the articulator are set to their neutral or zero settings 1.6 Identify the mounting method to be used |
Element: |
2. Select and prepare materials |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Position models and oral records in articulator for a range of prosthetic appliances 2.2 Prepare mounting materials and apply to models 2.3 Establish and secure centric records 2.4 Remove excess material and smooth to produce a neat finish 2.5 Clean equipment |
Element: |
3. Transfer oral records to articulator |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Transpose records as provided 3.2 Record midline 3.3 Set and record vertical height 3.4 Set the condylar angles to the work order given |
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this course, you will be able to:
- Select and prepare the articulator
- Select and prepare materials
- Transfer oral records to articulator
Details of Learning Activities
Theory: knowledge material required to effectively complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage tasks and manage contingencies in the context of the work role such as articulate models and transfer records using a range of articulators.
Practical: Dental Laboratory exercises/activities required to correctly interpret work orders and articulate models and transfer records according to industry standards whilst following and maintaining effective WHS and infection control procedures.
Teaching Schedule
Semester 2, 2023 | |||
Session |
Topic |
Learning Materials and Activities |
Assessment Remarks |
1 |
Introduction |
Theory: Practical: In this session you will practice planeline articulation |
This knowledge session will provide you with the information required to complete the knowledge assessment for this unit. |
2 |
Practical Activity
|
Practical: In this session you will practice average articulation |
The practical exercises will build your skills to assist in successful completion of the practical assessment. |
3 |
Practical Activity |
Practical: In this session you will practice a fully adjustable articulator with facebow |
The practical exercises will build your skills to assist in successful completion of the practical assessment. |
4 |
Practical Review Skills |
Practical: |
The practical exercises will build your skills to assist in successful completion of the practical assessment. |
5 |
Practical assessment |
In this session you will be expected to combine all previous session knowledge and skill to complete 2 articulations (as per prescription) from start to finish under exam conditions. |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Overview of Assessment
You must show evidence of the ability to complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage tasks and manage contingencies in the context of the job role. There must be evidence that you have:
• used standard precautions and safe work practices to mount at least one of each of the following types of articulators with attached registrations rims:
- planeline articulator
- adjustable articulator with face/ear bow
• critically evaluated both types of articulations produced to meet technical laboratory and clinician requirements.
To be deemed competent you must demonstrate an understanding of all aspects required of the competency.
Regular attendance is necessary.
Assessment methods have been designed to measure your achievement of each competency in a flexible manner over multiple tasks and consist of theory and practical based tasks.
Assessment Tasks
Students enrolled in Vocational Education and Training qualifications are assessed for Competency. To be assessed as Competent means you have consistently demonstrated the required knowledge and skills at a standard expected in the workplace.
To be assessed as Competent in this course, you will need to complete each assessment task to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback from the teacher at the conclusion of each assessment task.
You should refer to the assessment brief which is available through Canvas for full assessment criteria.
Assessment Task 1: Knowledge Assessment
Due:
ST1A 31/07/23
ST1B 03/08/23
ST1C 02/08/23
ST1D 18/10/23
The theory assessment will include short answer questions and diagrams as required.
Assessment Task 2: Practical Assessment
Due:
ST1A 24/07/23
ST1B 27/07/23
ST1C 26/07/23
ST1D 11/10/23
During your practical assessment you will be required to correctly interpret work orders and critically evaluate 2 types of articulations produced to meet technical laboratory and clinician requirements, whilst under exam conditions.
The following types of articulators with attached registrations rims must be mounted:
- planeline articulator
- adjustable articulator with face/ear bow
Results that apply to courses that are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment are:
CA: Competency Achieved
NYC: Not Yet Competent
DNS: Did not Submit for Assessment
Assessment Matrix
The assessment tasks listed in this course guide address all the elements and criteria of the requirements of this course.
Other Information
Attendance: Your learning experience will involve class-based teaching, discussions, demonstrations and practical exercises. It is strongly advised that you attend all timetabled sessions. This will allow you to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring you the maximum opportunity to complete this course successfully.
Information about your studies: You can access My Studies through the RMIT website for information about timetables, important dates, assessment dates, results and progress, Canvas etc.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students
Assessment: Information on assessment including Special consideration, Adjustments to assessment, (eg. applying for an extension of time):
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism: RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to the website for more information on this policy.
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Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning: Credit transfer is the recognition of previously completed formal learning (an officially accredited qualification).
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process that allows you to demonstrate competence using the skills you have gained through experience in the workplace, voluntary work, informal or formal training or other life experiences.
Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer or RPL for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/enrolment/apply-for-credit
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