DAS 102 Dental Sciences -
This course provides knowledge and understanding of the development, form, and function of the structures of the head and neck and oral cavity, including histology and embryology of the teeth and periodontium, and the embryonic development of the face and teeth, in order to understand the rationale behind the performance of general dentistry procedures. Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DA students only, BIO 100 with a grade of "C" or higher or BIO 111 with a grade of "C" or higher and BIO 112 with a grade of "C" or higher, DHY 125 with a grade of "C" or higher, ENG 101 Corequisites: DAS 101, DAS 151, DHY 131, DHY 241 Semester Offered: F

DAS 105 Clinical Science II -
This course explores the concepts of preventive dentistry, patient education and motivation, and dental specialties. Topics include dietary considerations for the dental patient; the psychology of human behavior as it relates to working and communicating with patients, other dental personnel, and society; and, restorative dentistry equipment and methods. Students prepare for the DANB CDA examination through a review of chairside materials, laboratory materials, and procedures. Credits: 4
Prerequisites: DAS 153 with a grade of "C" or higher Corequisites: DAS 111, DAS 124, DAS 155 Semester Offered: S

DAS 111 Practice Management -
This course introduces students to office principles including reception techniques, appointment control, third-party billing, financial records, and manual and computerized accounting procedures. Students learn the basics of Microsoft Windows®, Word®, and PowerPoint®. Students learn effective oral communication through presentations on selected topics. Students prepare for employment through study of interviewing skills and creation of a resume. Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DAS 153 with a grade of "C" or higher Corequisites: DAS 105, DAS 124, DAS 155 Semester Offered: S

DAS 124 Introduction to Oral Pathology -
This course is an introduction to the etiology, incidence, and disease process of common oral and dental pathological conditions. Students gain familiarity with diseases of the teeth and supporting structures, developmental disturbances of the oral cavity, and neoplasms; and, distinguish normal from abnormal tissue. Credits: 1
Prerequisites: DAS 153 with a grade of "C" or higher Corequisites: DAS 105, DAS 111, DAS 155 Semester Offered: S

DAS 151 Dental Assisting I -
This course prepares students to provide chairside assistance to the dentist in all phases of general and specialty dentistry. Topics include principles of four-handed dentistry, instrument use and identification, exposure control, OSHA regulations, and hazard control recommendations. Students explore dental ethics, jurisprudence, and manipulation of chairside intraoral materials. Students gain a familiarity with a professional dental setting through an externship in a local dental office. Credits: 4
Prerequisites: DA students only, BIO 100 with a grade of "C" or higher or BIO 111 with a grade of "C" or higher and BIO 112 with a grade of "C" or higher, DHY 125 with a grade of "C" or higher, ENG 101 Corequisites: DAS 101, DAS 102, DHY 131, DHY 241 Semester Offered: F

DAS 153 Dental Assisting Clinical Practicum -
In the setting of a general dental office, during hours of rotation, students will apply the skills and knowledge acquired in the classroom by competently performing dental assisting functions including participating in four-handed chairside techniques and related dental assisting procedures. Students are responsible for recruiting patients to participate in full-mouth radiographic series. Credits: 2
Prerequisites: DAS 101 with a grade of "C" or higher, DAS 102 with a grade of "C" or higher, DAS 151 with a grade of "C" or higher, DHY 125 with a grade of "C" or higher, DHY 131 with a grade of "C" or higher, DHY 241 with a grade of "C" or higher Semester Offered: IN

DAS 155 Dental Assisting II -
In the setting of a general and specialty dental office rotations, students apply the skills and knowledge acquired in the classroom by competently performing dental assisting functions including participating in four-handed chairside techniques and related dental assisting procedures. A minimum number of externship hours will be required. Students must attend weekly seminars to discuss extern issues and topics related to the practice of dentistry. The course also provides a review of the DANB CDA examination. Credits: 6
Prerequisites: DAS 153 with a grade of "C" or higher Corequisites: DAS 105, DAS 111, DAS 124 Semester Offered: S

DAS 299 Dental Externship -
Students apply classroom knowledge to a practical work experience. Students share learning experiences through a bi-weekly seminar conducted in conjunction with a 120-hour externship. Students prepare objectives for their work experience as part of a learning contract and portfolio. Credits: 3
Prerequisites: BSS 111, BSS 112 Semester Offered: S

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