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DAST 1515: Dental Radiography
Effective date
September 2024
Department
Distance Dental Assisting
School
Health Sciences
Description
This course introduces the students to the history and current application of radiation in dentistry. The components, operation and variables of the dental x-ray machine are examined in tandem with the principles of radiation biology, safety and protection for patients and operators. Intra and extra-oral radiographic technologies and various imaging techniques are explored. Principles for inspecting and assessing the oral cavity and dentition and the required modifications in exposure techniques are examined.
Credits
2.5
Year of study
1st Year Post-secondary
Prerequisites
DAST 1400, DAST 1402, DAST 1403, DAST 1404.
Corequisites
None
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Explain the history and current applications of radiation in dentistry.
- Describe the components of the dental x-ray machine.
- Discuss principles of radiation safety and protection.
- Discuss dental radiography technologies and exposure techniques.
- Describe the appearance of extra/intra-oral radiographic landmarks.
- Explain dental radiography prescription requirements and chart entries.
- Discuss dental radiography exposure, technique errors and corrective measures.
- Describe supplemental, pedodontic, edentulous and extra-oral dental radiographic imaging.
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Practicum, Self-Paced, Individual Learning: 75
Total Hours: 75
Total Hours: 75
Instructional Strategies
This online course is offered with instructor support via web-based communication, email and a learning management system (LMS). Instructional strategies include but are not limited to case studies, research and online activities.
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Passing grade
C+=64%
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Assignments |
45 |
Written assignments, Case studies |
|
Quizzes/Tests |
15 |
|
|
Final Exam |
40 |
|
Course topics
- Radiation Use in Dentistry
- Dental Radiography Equipment
- Radiation Safety and Protection
- Dental Radiographic Imaging Technology
- Dental Radiographic Imaging Techniques
- Anatomical Landmarks
- Exposure and Technique Errors
- Exposure Modifications
- Pedodontic Radiography
- Extra-oral Radiography
- Patient Records
- Patient Management
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/. - To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.