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DENT 1180: Digital Technology 1
Effective date
September 2021
Department
Dental Tech
School
Health Sciences
Description
This course introduces students to the use of dental related software. The information and techniques will be applied to the design and creation of patterns for basic dental restorations from various restorative dental materials. Students will also use the dental software to learn and practice tooth anatomy and morphology.
Credits
3.0
Year of study
1st Year Post-secondary
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Create 3D forms using digital input tools and 3Shape sculpt tools.
- Create 3D forms to manufacture 3D printed objects.
- Use digital input devices (such as 3D mouse and Wacom tablet) for the application of tools in 3Shape Dental Software.
- Use digital sculpting tools to generate files, design non-tooth objects and tooth anatomy (including root form).
- Use dedicated software with 3D printing to fabricate dental restorations.
- Make decisions that reflect critical thinking and problem solving when utilizing digital dental software to design virtual restorations.
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 90
Total Hours: 90
Total Hours: 90
Instructional Strategies
Lecture, demonstrations, lab work, discussions, reflections and case scenarios
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Passing grade
C+ (64%) and (S) Satisfactory Grade for all Lab work
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Midterm Exam |
10 |
Sculpt anterior tooth (10%) and print ready |
|
Final Exam |
20 |
Sculpt anterior tooth (10%) and premolar (10%) and print ready |
|
Assignments |
70 |
Assignment #1 |
|
Lab Work |
Satisfactory (S) |
Practical Digital Projects: |
Course topics
- Freeform sculpting using digital input devices and dental CAD (Computer Aided Design) software
- 3Shape Sculpt Tools and Anatomical Functional Geometry
- Creating Dental Crowns
Learning resources
Resources are items in addition to tuition that the student is responsible for purchasing. Course resource information will be supplied by the department/instructor.
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.