Radiography 1 (DHYG 2120)
This course introduces learners to basic principles of dental radiology, radiography, and radiation safety procedures. Learners will apply radiation safety procedures to acquire bitewing and periapical images in a simulated clinical environment.
Course code: DHYG 2120
Credits: 1.5
Tuition: $0
Length: 30.0 hours
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- Radiation biology;
Radiation safety and protection and Quality Assurance;
Digital radiography;
Mounting and normal anatomy;
Radiation characteristics and principles, and projection geometry;
Shadow casting principles;
Bitewing theory and practice
Paralleling technique;
Periapical theory and practice;
PLAR is applied in alignment with the Procedures of Policy D.3.5 - Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition.
Proof of certification to expose dental radiographs in British Columbia; and a Clinical Challenge Exam, designed to validate skills and abilities to perform in the clinical environment.
Proof of certification to expose dental radiographs in British Columbia; and a Clinical Challenge Exam, designed to validate skills and abilities to perform in the clinical environment.
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
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