Program Requirements for AAS Degree in Dental Hygiene, Study notes of Animal Anatomy and Physiology

Download Program Requirements for AAS Degree in Dental Hygiene and more Study notes Animal Anatomy and Physiology in PDF only on Docsity! 1 FA2022-SU2023 Program Requirements Effective for Academic Semesters: Fall 2022- Summer 2023 AAS DEGREE PROGRAM Professional Courses Board Review (0 cr.) This course measures the ability of students to understand information from biomedical, dental and dental hygiene sciences. The course also assesses the student's ability to apply this information in a problem-solving context. (Prerequisites: Principles of Dental Hygiene II Lecture and Clinic) (Fall, Summer) Chemistry for Allied Health (4 cr.) This course is designed to introduce students to the basic concepts and terminology of general chemistry, organic chemistry and biochemistry, and to provide the foundation for further study of nutrition, physiology, and dental materials. (Fall, Spring) Dental Materials (3 cr.) A study of the compositions and properties of materials used in the contemporary practice of dentistry. Background knowledge and practical experience are provided. Laboratory sessions are integrated with lectures of introductory techniques of manipulation of these materials to be used in a clinical setting. (Prerequisites: Chemistry for Allied Health, Principles of Dental Hygiene I Lecture and Clinic) (Spring, Summer-FTRK only) Ethics (1 cr.) This course is designed to provide the student with a legal and ethical framework. Students explore the responsibilities involved in hygienist/patient and employee/employer relationships. The legal ramifications of a variety of practice settings are investigated. Through case studies, ethical and professional development is encouraged. (Prerequisites: Principles of Dental Hygiene III Lecture and Clinic) (Spring) General and Oral Pathology (3 cr.) Study of fundamental disease processes and specific diseases of the oral region; survey of systemic diseases by organ systems; oral abnormalities, including aspects of treatment, are discussed in conjunction with general topics of cell injury, inflammation, neoplasia, and genetic diseases. Emphasis is placed on the effects of systemic diseases on the dental patient. (Prerequisites: Anatomy & Physiology I and II, Oral Embryology and Histology, and Principles of Dental Hygiene II Lecture and Clinic) (Fall, Summer) 2 FA2022-SU2023 Human Anatomy and Physiology I (3 cr.) This course is designed to introduce the basic principles of anatomy and physiology to nursing and allied health students. Following an introduction to the organization of the human body, basic chemistry, and basic cell biology, Anatomy and Physiology examines the histology, gross anatomy and functions of organs of the integumentary, skeleton, muscular, and nervous systems. (Fall, Spring-FTRK only, Summer) Human Anatomy and Physiology II (3 cr.) This course is designed to introduce the basic principles of anatomy and physiology. Following an introduction to the organization of the human body and several body systems in Anatomy and Physiology I, this continuation course examines the histology, gross anatomy and functions of organs of the endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, urinary and reproductive systems. (Prerequisite: Human Anatomy & Physiology I) (Spring, Summer) Human Microbiology I (2 cr.) This course focuses on the study of the principles of microbiology including the transmission, clinical signs, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of systemic and oral diseases. (Fall, Spring-FTRK only) Human Microbiology II (2 cr.) This is a continuation of Microbiology I with a focus on the prevention of systemic and oral diseases. (Prerequisite: Human Microbiology I) (Spring, Summer-FTRK only) Nutrition and Health (3 cr.) Fundamental principles of biochemistry and other basic science courses are coordinated with the study of nutrients and their relationship to health. This course offers a theoretical and practical study of fats, carbohydrates, proteins, minerals, vitamins, and water and how they affect the status of an individual’s oral health. (Prerequisites: Chemistry for Allied Health, Principles of Dental Hygiene II Lecture and Clinic) (Fall) Oral Anatomy (3 cr.) Through lecture, laboratory and independent study, the student is provided the opportunity to learn the development, structure, morphology, eruption, and functions of the primary and permanent dentitions. (Fall, Spring-FTRK only) Oral Embryology and Histology (2 cr.) This course covers both general and oral histology. Introductory lectures in general histology and embryology, followed by a study of the fundamentals of histology and embryology of the head, neck, and oral cavity. (Prerequisite: Human Anatomy and Physiology I, Oral Anatomy) (Spring, Summer) 5 FA2022-SU2023 Principles of Dental Hygiene IV (2 cr.) Through lectures, discussions, readings, and writing assignments, the student develops knowledge of ethical and legal issues, professional organizations, résumé writing, job interview techniques, dental office procedures, and management. (Prerequisites: Principles of Dental Hygiene III Lecture and Clinic, General & Oral Pathology, Nutrition & Health, Pharmacology) (Spring) Principles of Dental Hygiene IV Clinic (2 cr.) The students continue to develop their cognitive and psychomotor skills in providing preventive dental hygiene services, expanded functions, and nutritional counseling to clinic patients as well as to patients treated through extramural rotation assignments. (Prerequisites: Principles of Dental Hygiene III Lecture and Clinic, General & Oral Pathology, Nutrition & Health, Pharmacology) (Spring) Radiology Lecture and Laboratory (2 cr.) Through the use of lectures, slides, and laboratory experiences, this course is designed to provide the student with an understanding of radiation biology, radiation protection, radiographic image receptors, the developing process, and the fundamentals of dental radiography including the projection and production of X-rays. Normal radiographic anatomy, as well as caries detection and the radiographic evaluation of periodontal disease, are discussed. Students learn radiographic techniques on manikins and then proceed to take radiographs for the clinic patients. (Co-requisites: Principles of Dental Hygiene I Lecture and Clinic) (Fall, Spring-FTRK only, Summer-ADV STD only) Liberal Arts Courses The College of Dentistry and the Paul McGhee Division work cooperatively to offer these courses through NYU's School of Professional Studies. Students are recommended to take these courses according to their specific track guidelines. The courses listed below are usually offered throughout the academic year. Introduction to Creative and Expository Writing (2 cr.) Intended for students whose Writing Placement Essays indicate that they require more preparation for Writing Workshop I. This course introduces students to a broad range of writing activities, exercises and texts within the fields of creative and expository writing. Students will sharpen their skills through practice and reflection and learn how to use writing as a tool for thinking, learning and organizing. They will write, read and analyze texts in a variety of forms to help them generate ideas and focus their thinking. They will also become more familiar with the conventions of Standard English. By the end of the semester students will have developed strategies for effective writing and communication. (This course may be taken twice if necessary.) 6 FA2022-SU2023 Introduction to Psychology (4 cr.) This course provides an overview of the theoretical underpinnings of psychology and the results of classic studies and current research in the major areas of this discipline: physiological psychology, learning and motivation, sensation and perception, cognition, emotion, development, social psychology, personality, and abnormal and clinical psychology. Students gain an understanding of major issues addressed in psychological research today, such as the complex interactions between nature and nurture, rationality vs. irrationality in decision making, and the neural bases of human behavior. Introduction to Sociology (4 cr.) A study of society, social groups, and culture, and an introduction to sociological theory as a means for interpreting and understanding social human behavior. Topics of discussion include the process of social and cultural change, social structure and stratification, social institutions and politics, social roles and gender, the family, and social control. Oral Communications (4 cr.) In this course students study the dynamics of the communications process and participate in a workshop for developing effective interpersonal skills. It emphasizes a wide range of behaviors and situations from one-on-one interactions to formal presentations in a cross-cultural context. Writing Workshop I (4 cr.) This course concerns the interrelationship between writing and reading-both of which are processes of thinking and discovering ideas. The class emphasizes strategies for generating and clarifying ideas, refining analytical thinking, using evidence effectively, controlling detail and generalization, and developing a sense of audience. (Prerequisites: Writing Placement Test, and, where required, Introduction to Creative and Expository Writing and/or Mastering Correct English and/or Grammar Strategies course at NYU) Writing Workshop II (4 cr.) This second-level course stresses analytical thinking and the use of evidence in the context of research and other scholarly writing. Students expand their understanding of the purposes and processes of research by developing a formal investigatory paper. Frequent written assignments as well as the workshop structure help students build fluency. (Prerequisite: Writing Workshop I) 7 FA2022-SU2023 BS DEGREE PROGRAM BS TRACK A CURRICULUM ALSO INCLUDES ALL AAS CURRICULUM REQUIREMENTS. COURSE CODES ARE LISTED FOR SCHOOL OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES AND COLLEGE OF NURSING APPROVED CLASSES. Core Courses Statistics I (3 cr.) (NURSE-UN80) This course is designed to instruct students on how to use statistics for data analysis. The course will make use of SPSS, a statistical software package (Versions 10 or higher.) The first semester will serve as a foundation, covering methods for displaying and describing data. (Fall, Spring) Critical Thinking (4 cr.) (HUMN1-UC6401) This course emphasizes analytic thinking by reading texts and being able to evaluate them critically, to analyze structure and their appeals to logic and emotion, to develop criteria for effectively evaluating writing, and to recognize and discuss the many qualities which contribute to effective critical thinking by others, including classmates. (Fall, Spring) Online or Lecture course Cultural Competence (3 cr.) This course is designed to explore the concepts of cultural competence as related to the delivery of health care. The students move along a cultural competence continuum towards cultural proficiency. Self-assessment is critical to understanding and applying the concepts. (Prerequisite: Writing Workshop II) (Fall, Summer) Online Internship I & II (3 cr. each) These courses consist of fieldwork in areas such as dental research, teaching and dental auxiliary programs, administration of dental facilities and dental health education in selected settings, and business affiliations. Students develop a learning proposal and evaluation mechanism. Fieldwork can occur on or off campus. Faculty approval required prior to registration. Minimum of 50 hours per 3 credit sections, directly supervised each term. Paper required. (Co-requisite: Oral Health Education, Intro to Research Methods) (Fall, Spring, Summer) For students who have not completed Oral Health Education, exceptions may be made for those students who have a minimum of one year of dental hygiene at NYU with a minimum GPA of 3.7 or above.