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CT 3.296 STEERING, SUSPENSION AND BRAKES( 5 credits) Covers the theory and operation of heavy duty steering and suspension systems, automotive alignment, and braking systems. Diagnosis and service techniques are taught with the use of components and vehicles. Learning strategies include multi-media presentations, discussion, research, and lab practice. Prerequisite: Prerequisites: Placement test score of 67 or higher for RD 090 College Success and Reading Strategies, and placement into WR 095 College Writing Fundamentals or higher, and placement into MTH 060 Introduction to Algebra or higher.
CT 3.297 ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONIC SYSTEM( 1-10 credits) Introduces the theory, application and diagnosis of the electrical and electronic control systems for modern vehicles. Emphasis will be placed on batteries, starting, charging, lighting, accessories and driver information systems. Preparation for ASE certification in electrical / electronic systems. Prerequisites: Placement test score of 67 or higher for RD 090 College Success and Reading Strategies, and placement into WR 095 College Writing Fundamentals or higher, and placement into MTH 060 Introduction to Algebra or higher.
CT 3.303 MOBILE AIR CONDITIONING & COMFORT SYSTEM( 3 credits) Principles of mobile heating and air conditioning systems with an emphasis on design, function, adjustment, service and testing of components. Prerequisites: Placement test score of 67 or higher for RD 090 College Success and Reading Strategies, and placement into WR 095 College Writing Fundamentals or higher, and placement into MTH 060 Introduction to Algebra or higher, and CT 3.297 Electrical and Electronic Systems.
DA: DENTAL ASSISTANT
DA 5.453 DENTAL PATHOLOGY / PHARMACOLOGY( 2 credits) The study of oral pathology will cover the recognition of gross symptoms of oral disease, the treatment procedure and the prevention of oral disease to include the drugs and medications most commonly associated with treatment. An indepth study of pathological diseases, normal and injured tissues, developmental anomalies, dental caries, abscesses and cysts will be discussed. Required: Acceptance into the Dental Assistant Program
DA 5.461 DENTAL RADIOLOGY I( 3 credits) An introduction to the principles and hazards of radiation, exposing and processing films, visual identification of anatomical landmarks, operation of X-ray equipment, including safety factors for patient and operator. Required: Admission to the Dental Assistant Program.
DA 5.462 DENTAL RADIOLOGY II( 3 credits) A continuation of DA 5.461. An in-depth study of X-ray and patient considerations, increased skills including exposures of X-rays on mannequins and patients. Students will participate in exposing, processing and mounting dental radiographs. Other radiographic methods will include extraoral, panoramic, endodontic, pedodontic, occlusal and disto-oblique techniques. Required: Successful completion of DA 5.461 Dental Radiology I.
DA 5.463 DENTAL RADIOLOGY III LAB( 3 credits) Advanced X-ray clinical application of dental radiographic procedures and skills proficiency for periapical and bitewing X-rays. Students will expose radiographs on patients in the radiology labs. Emphasis is placed on identification of errors and corrective techniques. Required: Successful completion of DA 5.462 Dental Radiology II.
DA 5.484 DENTAL MATERIALS I( 3 credits) An introduction to laboratory applications in the handling and manipulating of dental materials is designed to improve proficiency and efficiency at chairside procedures, emphasis on principles of physical and chemical properties of gypsum, impressions materials, waxes, custom trays and basic principles and asepsis of laboratory procedures, including fixed prosthetic materials and gold products. Precautions and safe handling of dental laboratory materials will be presented through use of Material Safety Data Sheets( MSDS). Required: Admission to the Dental Assistant Program.
DA 5.485 DENTAL MATERIALS II( 3 credits) An introduction to the diverse materials used in the dental office. The physical and chemical properties of bases, adhesives, cements, anticario-genic agents, and restorative materials in reference to manipulation and usage. Precautions and safe handling of dental materials will be presented through the use of Material Safety Data Sheets( MSDS). Required: Successful completion of DA 5.484 Dental Materials I
DA 5.488 EXPANDED DUTIES I( 3 credits) A study of procedures beyond the scope of general chairside assisting. The Oregon Dental Practice Act allows for instruction in placement and removal of matrix retainers, placement of temporary restorations, coronal polishing and fluoride treatments, and methods of fitting and adjusting permanent crowns. Also includes techniques to acquire skills for placing and removing rubber dams, taking alginate impressions, and taking bit registrations for study model articulation. Emphasis is on patient care and post operative instructions. Required: Acceptance into the Dental Assistant Program.
DA 5.489 EXPANDED DUTIES II( 2 credits) A continuation of DA 5.488. This course will complete the remaining expanded function duties that are approved by the Oregon Dental Practice Act. An in-depth study with major emphasis on student practical application and fabrication of temporary crowns, cement removal techniques, placement of temporary soft denture relines, pit and fissure sealants, and amalgam polishing. Use of correct hand and motion techniques, selection of armamentarium, recognition of polishable amalgam restorations, and safety precautions for patient comfort are emphasized. Required: Successful completion of DA 5.488 Expanded Duties I.
DA 5.491 DENTAL OFFICE RECORDS AND EMERGENCIES( 2 credits) Basic office principles as related to their application in a dental office. Patient reception, communication, and telephone techniques, appointment scheduling, office record maintenance, financial arrangements and coordination. Purchasing and supply control, management of office equipment, scheduling of meetings / conferences and preparing written communications. Billing insurance companies, collection procedures and computerized billing systems are covered in depth. Provides familiarization with various emergency situations that may occur in a dental office and the primary first aid choice. The signs and symptoms of medical emergency, the equipment, treatments and drugs are discussed. Emphasis is placed on the responsibility of the dental team to be prepared for an emergency. Required: Successful completion of Dental Assistant Program fall term.
DA 5.494 INTRODUCTION TO DENTISTRY( 3 credits) An introduction to clinical dentistry. Emphasis is placed on dental health team members, historical developments, introductory terminology, office communications, ethics and jurisprudence, dental practice acts, work ethics and patient management. Treatment room preparation, health history data collection, dental equipment identification, aesepsis and disinfection, preset trays, operator positioning, basic instruments, instrument transfer, oral charting, general office routine, productivity, marketing and performance appraisals are covered in detail. A brief introduction to dental specialties will be presented to include all aspects of dental care available to the public. Required: Admission to Dental Assisting program.
Courses marked with the following symbols may be used to fulfill general education requirements for the Associate of General Studies degree: ‣ Humanities / Art • Math / Science • Social Sciences.