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Fall 2013 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions

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Abbreviations

(C) City Campus F/S Fall and Spring
(N) North Campus SS Summer Session
(S) South Campus F+ Offered every other Fall
F Fall S+ Offered every other Spring
S Spring N Non-Credit

Course Renumbering
 

A significant number of courses have been renumbered as part of the State University of New York’s policies which promote student mobility, through transfer of academic credit, to other SUNY institutions. All courses should be numbered at the 100-200 levels.  This listing references the course with its Old and New numbers which should aid students in their choice of courses to complete academic program requirements and faculty in their role as academic advisor.

Course Renumbering Master List 
 

Dental Hygiene
  

  • DH 170 - Dental Nutrition

    Credit Hours: 2

    Basic principles of nutrition and their relationship to optimal health are studied.  Students will evaluate their personal diets by utilization of food guidance systems.  The physiological roles, requirements and sources of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, vitamins and minerals are stressed as well as the systemic and oral effects of deficiencies and excesses of these nutrients. Students will learn the basic principles of the management of dental caries by risk assessment and preventive intervention.   Minimum passing grade is “C-.”
    Prerequisites: All required first-semester courses in the Dental Hygiene curriculum must be passed.
    Corequisites: All required second-semester courses in the Dental Hygiene curriculum.
    S (N)
  

  • DH 175 - Oral Health Services III

    Credit Hours: 3

    Practical experience will be gained in applying the dental hygiene process of care during the treatment and management of dental hygiene patients and will include assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of treatment. Experiences will include taking and interpreting digital dental radiographs, application of topical fluorides and varnishes, use of topical anesthetic agents, patient education, instrument sharpening, care of removable dental appliances and the application of sealant materials to prevent tooth decay. Practical exercises in the management of medical emergencies will be conducted. Current infection control and patient confidentiality procedures will be followed. Students must recruit patients for treatment. Minimum passing grade is “C-” plus completion of specific clinical requirements.
    Prerequisites: All required second semester courses in the Dental Hygiene curriculum must be passed.
    Corequisites: Current BLS certification.
    SS (N)
  

  • DH 180 - Dental Radiography II

    Credit Hours: 1

    This course is a continuation of Dental Radiography I (DH 120). The fundamentals of dental radiography are explored in greater depth. Lectures will cover regulatory requirements, radiation physics and biology, radiographic interpretation, extra-oral imaging and patient management. Supplemental techniques will be discussed and include extra-oral radiography, digital imaging, special needs patients and quality assurance methods. Minimum passing grade is “C-.”
    Prerequisites: All required first-semester courses in the Dental Hygiene curriculum must be passed.
    Corequisites: All required second-semester courses in the Dental Hygiene curriculum.
    Concurrent Registration: DH 181
    S (N)
  

  • DH 181 - Lab for DH 180

    Credit Hours: 1

    Practical application of the knowledge gained in DH 180 will include supplemental intra-oral techniques and panoramic radiography. Hands-on training in identification of anatomical landmarks, dental caries, calculus and commonly used restorative dental materials as seen on intra-oral and panoramic films and digital images. Minimum passing grade is “C-.”
    Prerequisites: All required first-semester courses in the Dental Hygiene curriculum must be passed.
    Corequisites: All required second-semester courses in the Dental Hygiene curriculum.
    Concurrent Registration: DH 180
    S (N)
  

  • DH 190 - Periodontology

    Credit Hours: 2

    This course will focus on the study of normal and diseased periodontium including the structural, functional and environmental factors affecting these tissues. Emphasis will be placed on etiology, risk factors, pathogenesis, treatment modalities and therapeutic and preventive periodontics in a clinical setting. Students will receive a sound foundation in the biological aspects of periodontal disease including immune system dysfunction, the dental hygiene treatment plan, classification of periodontal diseases and periodontal treatment modalities. At the conclusion of this course, the student should fully understand the evidence- based nature of periodontal diseases and the role of the dental hygienist as a periodontal co-therapist in the prevention, treatment and maintenance of the periodontal patient. Minimum passing grade is “C-.”
    Prerequisites: All required first-semester courses in the Dental Hygiene curriculum must be passed.
    Corequisites: All required second-semester courses in the Dental Hygiene curriculum.
    S (N)
  

  • DH 200 - Oral Health Services IV

    Credit Hours: 6

    Students will receive continued clinical experiences utilizing the dental hygiene process of care during patient management. The course consists of four modules and each module must be passed in order to pass DH 200.  The clinic module includes practice in patient assessment, dental radiography, recording of vital signs, patient education and motivation, application of sealants, treatment planning, management of the child patient, developing a dental hygiene diagnosis, intra-oral imaging, ultrasonic instrumentation, risk assessment, implementation and evaluation of treatment.  Students must recruit patients for treatment and recall maintenance patients to evaluate treatment outcomes. A second module will include clinically related topics such as management and prevention of dental caries, nutritional counseling, tooth whitening agents, smoking cessation, recognition and management of patients with HIV infection, recognition and reporting of child abuse and neglect.  A third module covers advanced topics in periodontology including assessment and management of periodontal disease through instrumentation techniques, ultrasonics, soft tissue management protocols, care and maintenance of dental implants, systemic and locally applied chemotherapeutic agents and dentinal hypersensitivity.  A fourth module will provide a comprehensive overview of patients with special needs and the factors which may complicate the management and delivery of dental hygiene services. A service learning experience will give students an opportunity to interact, self-reflect and critically think about providing dental hygiene services for a person with special needs.  Minimum passing grade for the clinic module is “C-” (80%) for competency assessments plus completion of specific clinical requirements. Minimum passing grade for each lecture module is “C-“ (80%). 
    Prerequisites: All required first-year courses in the Dental Hygiene curriculum and DH 175 must be passed.
    Corequisites: All required fall semester, second-year courses in the Dental Hygiene curriculum and current BLS certification.
    F (N)
  

  • DH 220 - Dental Materials

    Credit Hours: 2

    The theory and description of the materials used in general dental practice and relevant dental specialties will be presented. Lectures will include general composition, physical and chemical properties and behavior of dental materials in the oral environment. The theoretical ideal dental restorative material will be described and existing materials will be compared to it. Sealant materials used in preventive dentistry will be discussed. Minimum passing grade is “C-.”
    Prerequisites: All required first-year courses in the Dental Hygiene curriculum and DH 175 must be passed.
    Corequisites: All fall semester, second-year courses in the Dental Hygiene curriculum.
    Concurrent Registration: DH 221
    F (N)
  

  • DH 221 - Lab for DH 220

    Credit Hours: 1

    This laboratory course will provide practical application of knowledge gained in DH 220. Commonly used dental materials are prepared to gain experience in manipulation techniques and to insure optimum results. Clinical and laboratory materials will be used including impression, restorative, sealant and polishing materials as well as dental model plaster and stone. An introduction to instrument set up, transfer and assisting are part of the lab. Minimum passing grade is “C-.”
    Prerequisites: All first-year and Summer session courses must be passed or permission of instructor.
    Corequisites: All required Fall, second-year courses.
    Concurrent Registration: DH 220
    F (N)

    Withdrawal from or failure of a required course prevents further progress in the curriculum. General education courses may be taken prior to starting dental hygiene courses but may not be taken later than the semester in which they are required.
  

  • DH 230 - Pathology

    Credit Hours: 3

    This course will examine the nature of disease, its causes, development and consequences. Three main themes will be covered: a study of the basic principles of pathology; a survey of disorders affecting the oral and para-oral tissues and a review of systemic diseases of importance in dental hygiene practice. Emphasis focus on the recognition and understanding of common local and systemic disorders affecting the oral tissues and the impact of these findings on the treatment provided by the dental hygienist. Minimum passing grade is “C-.”
    Prerequisites: All first-year courses in the Dental Hygiene curriculum and DH 175 must be passed.
    Corequisites: All fall semester, second-year courses in the Dental Hygiene curriculum.
    F (N)
  

  • DH 250 - Oral Health Services V

    Credit Hours: 5

    This course consists of three modules and each module must be passed in order to pass DH 250.  A clinic module will continue patient treatment experiences to strengthen technical skills, planning, time management, self-assessment and critical thinking. Experiences will include the assessment and management of children, adolescents, special needs and geriatric patients, advanced instrumentation techniques, air polishing, chemotherapeutics, intra-oral and extra-oral dental radiography. Students must recruit patients for treatment and recall patients to evaluate treatment outcomes.  A lecture module will concentrate on professional practice topics including the structure of the ADHA, legal aspects of dental hygiene practice, risk management, licensure requirements and procedures, health care provider/patient relationships, ethical dilemmas, resume writing, job interviewing techniques, employee/employer rights and obligations.  Students will work in small groups to research, prepare and present a table clinic on a current topic in dentistry. Another lecture module will present clinically related subjects of emerging interest, topical reviews and dental specialty presentations. Case studies will be utilized as a capstone activity designed to guide the development of critical thinking skills and the application of dental hygiene theory to comprehensive patient care.   Minimum passing grade for the clinic module is “C-” for competency assessments plus completion of specific clinical requirements. Minimum passing grade for lecture modules is “C-.”  
    Prerequisites: All fall semester, second-year courses in the Dental Hygiene curriculum must be passed.
    Corequisites: All required final-semester courses in the Dental Hygiene curriculum and current BLS certification.
    S (N)
  

  • DH 260 - Community Dental Health

    Credit Hours: 2

    General principles in the field of public health will be addressed with an emphasis on health care delivery systems. Principles and techniques in assessing data will be discussed in relation to product evaluation and interpretation of research. Principles in the epidemiology of oral diseases will be reviewed.  Ways and means of developing dental health programs will be studied in conjunction with a field experience aimed at a target population in the local community. A service learning opportunity in this course will provide students with the ability to interact, self-reflect and critically think about implementing a small scale community health program for a target population.  Minimum passing grade is “C-.”
    Prerequisites: All fall, second-year courses in the Dental Hygiene curriculum must be passed.
    Corequisites: All required final-semester courses in the Dental Hygiene curriculum.
    S (N)
  

  • DH 270 - Pharmacology

    Credit Hours: 2

    An overview of pharmacological principles will include drug absorption, bio-availability, metabolism and excretion, toxicity and side effects, routes of administration and placebo effect. Drug categories covered include anti-infectives, autonomic drugs, analgesics, anesthetics, anti-anxiety drugs, anti-plaque agents, anticonvulsants, antihistamines and cardiovascular medications. Additional topics will include prescription writing, alcohol and drug abuse and drugs for emergency use. The impact of various drugs and drug combinations on the management of dental hygiene patients will be stressed.  Minimum passing grade is “C-.”
    Prerequisites: All required fall, second-year courses in the Dental Hygiene curriculum must be passed.
    Corequisites: All required final-semester courses in the Dental Hygiene curriculum.
    S (N)
  

  • DH 280 - Pain and Anxiety Control

    Credit Hours: 2

    Effective pain and anxiety control are essential components of the management of dental patients. This course will present 30 hours of didactic instruction required for a State of New York restricted certificate to administer local infiltration anesthesia and nitrous oxide analgesia during dental hygiene treatment procedures. Topics include a review of dental neuroanatomy, respiratory anatomy and physiology, pharmacology of local anesthetic drugs and nitrous oxide, proper administration techniques, patient assessment, legal and ethical issues.  The clinical requirements for the infiltration anesthesia certificate can be completed in the elective Pain and Anxiety Control Clinic, DH 281. Minimum passing grade is “C-.”
    Prerequisites: All required first-semester courses in the Dental Hygiene curriculum must be passed.
    Corequisites: All required second-semester courses in the Dental Hygiene curriculum.
    S (N)
  

  • DH 281 - Pain and Anxiety Control Clinic

    Credit Hours: 1

    This elective course will provide 25 hours of instruction and supervised practice in the administration of local infiltration anesthesia and nitrous oxide/oxygen analgesia for the control of pain and anxiety during dental hygiene treatment. The armamentaria, infection control, safe methods of administration, patient evaluation and monitoring, and record documentation will be covered. Participants will act as providers and as patients. This course meets the clinical requirements for the Dental Hygiene Restricted Local Anesthesia / Nitrous Oxide Analgesia Certification in New York State.  Minimum passing grade is “C-.”
    Prerequisites: DH 250, DH 280, current BLS certificate.
    SS (N)

Dental Laboratory Technology
  

  • DL 110 - Introduction to Technical Dentistry

    Credit Hours: 1

    An explanation of the profession of dentistry and how the dental health team serves the public.  The organization of dental laboratories, history of dentistry and medicine, quality control, blood-borne infectious diseases, antiseptic techniques, ethics, and the motivation for excellence in restorative techniques are discussed.  Treatment of patients, including those of different racial, ethnic, gender, class and economic backgrounds is stressed.
    F (S)
  

  • DL 111 - Dental Anatomy, Physiology, Occlusion

    Credit Hours: 2

    Introduction to the anatomy of the head and neck and the physiology of occlusion with special emphasis on the anatomy of the individual teeth and surrounding tissues, including arteries, veins, nerve supply, muscle and bones.
    Concurrent Registration: DL 112
    F (S)
  

  • DL 112 - Lab for DL 111

    Credit Hours: 3

    Study of the actual bones of the skull. Students will draw each tooth from central incisor through the second molar on one side of the upper and lower arches. Fourteen teeth are carved in wax.
    Concurrent Registration: DL 111
    F (S)
  

  • DL 113 - Biomedical Materials and Dental Metallurgy

    Credit Hours: 1

    Study of the composition, properties and uses of biomedical materials such as gypsum products, impression materials, plastics, waxes and duplicating materials. The laboratory exercises are designed to illustrate the properties and uses of the materials studied and the results of proper and improper manipulation. Dental metallurgy includes the study of precious metal alloys and chrome alloys, physical and mechanical properties, crystalline structure, investments, methods of casting, soldering, heat equipment and polishing.
    Concurrent Registration: DL 114
    F (S)
  

  • DL 114 - Lab for DL 113

    Credit Hours: 1

    Concurrent Registration: DL 113
    F (S)
  

  • DL 115 - Complete Denture Technique I

    Credit Hours: 1

    Study of the fabrication of complete dentures. Concepts include methods for the construction of acrylic based plates, occlusion rims and mounting casts – using both the face-bow and arbitrary method. Demonstration for the arrangements of teeth for complete maxillary and mandibular dentures on an adjustable articulator and simple denture repair.
    Concurrent Registration: DL 116
    F (S)
  

  • DL 116 - Lab for DL 115

    Credit Hours: 3

    Construction of complete dentures. Laboratory work includes methods for the construction of acrylic based plates, occlusion rims and mounting casts–using the face-bow and the arbitrary method. Demonstration for the arrangements of teeth for complete maxillary and mandibular dentures on an adjustable articulator and simple denture repair.
    Concurrent Registration: DL 115
    F (S)
  

  • DL 121 - Removable Partial Denture Technique

    Credit Hours: 1

    Study of basic techniques used in the fabrication of removable partial dentures. Demonstrations and RPD Theory include fundamentals of survey and design, constructing refractory casts and casting removable partial denture frameworks utilizing chromenickel alloy.
    Prerequisites: DL 115, DL 116
    Concurrent Registration: DL 122
    S (S)
  

  • DL 122 - Lab for DL 121

    Credit Hours: 3

    Fabrication of the basic techniques used in the construction of removable partial dentures. This includes fundamentals of survey and design, the construction of refractory casts and casting removable partial denture frameworks utilizing chrome nickel alloy.
    Prerequisites: DL 116
    Concurrent Registration: DL 121
    S (S)
  

  • DL 123 - Restorative Technique I

    Credit Hours: 2

    Study of all fixed restorative techniques used in dentistry. Including the construction of inlays, crowns and bridges in the anterior and posterior regions plus the introduction of implantology. The theory of fixed prosthodontics will be explained.
    Prerequisites: DL 111, DL 112, DL 113, DL 114
    Concurrent Registration: DL 124
    S (S)
  

  • DL 124 - Lab for DL 123

    Credit Hours: 3

    Construction of inlays, crowns and bridges in the anterior and posterior regions, plus the introduction of implantology. 
    Prerequisites: DL 111, DL 112, DL 113, DL 114
    Concurrent Registration: DL 123
    S (S)
  

  • DL 125 - Complete Denture Technique II

    Credit Hours: 1

    Continuing study of the fabrication of complete dentures. The theory of the construction of complete maxillary and mandibular dentures using various posterior tooth forms on an adjustable articulator and procedures for relining and rebasing complete dentures.
    Prerequisites: DL 115, DL 116
    Concurrent Registration: DL 126
    S (S)
  

  • DL 126 - Lab for DL 125

    Credit Hours: 3

    Continuing study of the fabrication of complete dentures. Laboratory work includes construction of complete maxillary and mandibular dentures using various posterior tooth forms on a semi-adjustable articulator and procedures for relining and rebasing complete dentures.
    Prerequisites: DL 115, DL 116
    Concurrent Registration: DL 125
    S (S)
  

  • DL 230 - Dental Laboratory Practice I

    Credit Hours: 3

    The fabrication of oral prostheses from casts and prescriptions of actual cases. The dentist-dental laboratory relationship is stressed. Students may choose cases in the specialty of their choice.
    F (S)
  

  • DL 231 - Removable Partial Denture Technique II

    Credit Hours: 1

    Continuing study of advanced techniques in removable partial denture design. Laboratory exercises include the use of internal attachments, precision attachments, and advanced clasping techniques.
    Prerequisites: DL 121, DL 122
    Concurrent Registration: DL 232
    F (S)
  

  • DL 232 - Lab for DL 231

    Credit Hours: 2

    Continuing study of advanced techniques in removable partial denture design. Construction of various types of removable partial dentures. Laboratory exercises include the use of internal attachments, precision attachments, and advanced clasping techniques.
    Prerequisites: DL 121, DL 122
    Concurrent Registration: DL 231
    F (S)
  

  • DL 233 - Restorative Technique II

    Credit Hours: 1

    Study of the techniques for the construction of bridges combining resin material and gold framework. Theory of the construction of one three-tooth maxillary and one three-tooth mandibular bridge, using plastic buildup veneering material.
    Prerequisites: DL 123, DL 124
    Concurrent Registration: DL 234
    F (S)
  

  • DL 234 - Lab for DL 233

    Credit Hours: 3

    Construction of bridges combining resin material, technique metal, chrome cobalt and gold frameworks. Minimum requirements are the construction of different types of bridges.
    Prerequisites: DL 123, DL 124
    Concurrent Registration: DL 233
    F (S)
  

  • DL 235 - Ceramics Technique I

    Credit Hours: 1

    Study of the physical properties and manipulation of porcelain, including staining and personalization and techniques for fabrication of porcelain crowns. Demonstration of the fabrication of porcelain units including the preparation of dies, adoption of platinum matrices, firing and glazing.
    Prerequisites: All first-year courses
    Concurrent Registration: DL 236
    F (S)
  

  • DL 236 - Lab for DL 235

    Credit Hours: 1

    Construct porcelain units including the preparation of dies, firing and glazing. Use of porcelain ovens, both analog and computerized. The fabrication of porcelain units includes the preparation of dies, adoption of platinum matrices, firing and glazing. Minimum requirements are three porcelain jackets and three stained or personalized units.
    Prerequisites: All DL 100 level courses
    Concurrent Registration: DL 235
    F (S)
  

  • DL 237 - Orthodontic Technique 1

    Credit Hours: 1

    This course includes all the technical aspects of orthodontics. The study of the pouring, trimming and finishing of study models, wire bending technique, soldering, manipulation of self-curing acrylic and fabrication of removable and fixed orthodontic appliances.
    Prerequisites: DL 111, DL 113
    Concurrent Registration: DL 238
    F (S)
  

  • DL 238 - Lab for DL 237

    Credit Hours: 1.5

    Wire bending techniques.  Construction of active and passive orthodontic appliances.
    Prerequisites: DL 111, DL 113
    Concurrent Registration: DL 237
    F (S)
  

  • DL 240 - Dental Laboratory Practice II

    Credit Hours: 4

    Continuing practice in the fabrication of all types of prosthetic appliances from casts and prescriptions furnished by students, local labs and dentists. Cosmetic dentistry will be introduced.
    Prerequisites: DL 230
    S (S)
  

  • DL 241 - Senior Seminar

    Credit Hours: 1

    Comprehensive review of all aspects of dental technology, job opportunities, variations in state laws and ethics. The course is available to practicing technicians.
    S (S)
  

  • DL 243 - Restorative Technique III

    Credit Hours: 1

    A continuing study of crowns, bridges and splints, including the use of precision attachments in ceramic bridges.
    Prerequisites: DL 233, DL 234
    Concurrent Registration: DL 244
    S (S)
  

  • DL 244 - Lab for DL 243

    Credit Hours: 3

    Construction of dental prostheses including long span bridges, crowns, splints and precision attachments.
    Prerequisites: DL 233, DL 234
    Concurrent Registration: DL 243
    S (S)
  

  • DL 245 - Ceramics Technique II

    Credit Hours: 1

    The advanced study of various techniques for bonding porcelain to metal and methods of personalizing porcelain used in bridge construction. Laboratory experience includes fabrication of six crown and bridge units including two single crowns. 
    Prerequisites: DL 233, DL 234
    Concurrent Registration: DL 246, DL 264
    S (S)
  

  • DL 246 - Lab for DL 245

    Credit Hours: 1

    Bond porcelain to metal using the various techniques available. Construction of bridges employing porcelain techniques. Construct six crown and bridge units including two single crowns.
    Prerequisites: DL 235, DL 236
    Concurrent Registration: DL 245, DL 264
    S (S)
  

  • DL 250 - Dental Lab Specialties

    Credit Hours: 2

    Specialty topics in dentistry. The course includes infection control; maxillary facial reconstruction; technicians responsibility post surgery for reconstituting maxillary; and mandibular function and aesthetics. Surgical procedures will be described. CE credit is available for taking this course.
    Prerequisites: DL 111
    S (S)
  

  • DL 251 - Partial Denture Seminar

    Credit Hours: 1

    Limited seminar; permission of the department head is required for acceptance. Work is done in the ECC South labs and in private dental labs. The student constructs partial dentures for actual cases. Appliance design is emphasized.
    Prerequisites: DL 231, DL 232
    S (S)
  

  • DL 253 - Complete Denture Seminar

    Credit Hours: 1

    Limited seminar; permission of the department head is required. The student designs and constructs actual cases (complete dentures which must be articulated) at ECC South Dental Laboratory.
    Prerequisites: DL 125, DL 126
    S (S)
  

  • DL 255 - Ceramics/Restorative Seminar

    Credit Hours: 2

    Introduction of methods of bonding porcelain to metal. Demonstrations, theory of metal bonding, use of porcelain furnaces. The student will fabricate porcelain to metal bonded crowns. This course is recommended prior to taking the mandated Ceramics I course. 
    Prerequisites: Permission of the department head. DL 111, DL 123, DL 124
    S (S)
  

  • DL 257 - Maxillofacial Prosthesis

    Credit Hours: 1

    An orientation in techniques of the laboratory phases of maxillofacial prosthodontics and the solving of simple maxillofacial prosthodontic laboratory problems. Topics will include facial prostheses, maxillary obturators, overlay appliances, prosthetic pharyngeal speech aids, radiation applicators and implant prostheses. Offered in cooperation with Roswell Park Memorial Institute. Requires permission of the department head.
    Prerequisites: Three semesters of DL courses.
    Corequisites: Fourth semester of DL courses.
    Concurrent Registration: DL 258
    S (S)
  

  • DL 258 - Lab for DL 257

    Credit Hours: 1

    Fabrication of maxillofacial protheses.
    Concurrent Registration: DL 257
    S (S)
  

  • DL 260 - Dental Implantology

    Credit Hours: 2

    Didactic instruction and clinical application of the fundamentals of dental implants. The purpose of implants, metal selection, osseointegration, surgical techniques, prognosis and cost are some of the topics that will be presented. The advantages and disadvantages of the several implant systems available will be discussed.
    Prerequisites: DL 111, DL 233, DL 234
    Concurrent Registration: DL 243, DL 244, DL 245, DL 246
    S (S)
  

  • DL 261 - Orthodontic Technique II

    Credit Hours: 1

    A continuing study of the fabrication of all types of orthodontic appliances including the filling of prescriptions supplied by the Department of Orthodontics at Great Lakes Orthodontics, Ltd.
    Prerequisites: DL 237. DL 238
    Concurrent Registration: DL 262
    S (S)
  

  • DL 262 - Lab for DL 261

    Credit Hours: 1

    Prerequisites: DL 237, DL 238
    Concurrent Registration: DL 261
    S (S)
  

  • DL 264 - Lab II for DL 245

    Credit Hours: 1

    Continue practice in bonding porcelain to metal. Fabrication of prostheses using cosmetic dental procedures. Ceramic cosmetic techniques developed. Demonstration of CAD/CAM.
    Prerequisites: DL 235, DL 236
    Concurrent Registration: DL 245, DL 246
    F/S (S)
  

  • DL 265 - Cosmetic and Aesthetic Dentistry

    Credit Hours: 2

    Cosmetic dentistry is the use of materials to construct restorations without metal substructure, results of which more closely resemble natural tooth structure. The course will include didactic, theoretical, clinical and laboratory state-of-the-art techniques. Pressed glass and composite restorations will be covered extensively.
    Prerequisites: DL 111 DL 233, DL 234, DL 235, DL 236
    Corequisites: DL 243, DL 244, DL 245, DL 246
    S (S)
  

  • DL 266 - Lab for Denture Set-Ups

    Credit Hours: 1

    The techniques used in the arrangement of anatomical, semi-anatomical and nonanatomical artificial teeth on a semi-adjustable articulator will be included in both lecture and laboratory exercise.
    Prerequisites: Complete Denture Technique I and II.
    F/S (S)
  

  • DL 270 - Dental Laboratory Internship

    Credit Hours: 2

    A course designed to enhance the interaction between the technician and the dentist. The technician will assist clinical and surgical procedures and design prostheses in the clinical atmosphere. The technician will be more cognizant of patient needs.  The student may work in a laboratory or clinic, or fabricate working appliances for patients in our labs.
    Prerequisites: All first and second semester DL Courses.
    S (S)
  

  • DL 271 - CAD/CAM Systems for Dental Lab Technology

    Credit Hours: 1

    This course will instruct the dental technician on the essentials of computer assisted design. Instruction of how to design and build prosthodontic appliances using the computer assisted program will be the focus. The technician will scan the oral impression, which will then be shown on the computer screen in 3D format. The technician will be able to construct the appliance directly on the screen, as the program will take the technician through the steps of constructing the appliance required. The computer designed appliance is then ready to be sent to the milling machine to be completed for setup and/or trial in the patient’s mouth.
    Prerequisites: DL 111, DL 112, DL 123, DL 124
    Concurrent Registration: DL 233, DL 234, DL 235, DL 236
    F (S)

Dietetic Technology-Nutrition Care
  

  • NT 128 - Food Selection and Preparation

    Credit Hours: 3

    This course provides an introduction to the science of food selection and preparation with an emphasis on the chemical and physical changes that occur in processing, storing and cooking. Attention is given to preserving the nutritional and sensory characteristics of food by focusing on purchasing considerations, optimal storage conditions and appropriate preparation and cooking techniques. The function of ingredients is addressed as are cultural food consumption patterns and trends.
    F (N)
  

  • NT 132 - Nutrition Care I

    Credit Hours: 3

    This introductory course presents the principles of nutrition including all nutrients, their sources and their requirements. Carbohydrates, protein, fat, vitamins, minerals and water are discussed. The use of dietary guides, nutrient charts, food exchange lists and computerized diet analysis programs for the planning and evaluation of a healthy diet are discussed.
    F (N)
  

  • NT 134 - Health Field Orientation

    Credit Hours: 2

    This first half of a series examines the health field, the role of the dietetic technician and the interrelationships with other health care professionals. An introduction to medical terminology is provided.
    F (N)
  

  • NT 136 - Nutrition Care II

    Credit Hours: 3

    A study of nutrients and their requirements through all stages of the life cycle with focus placed on the role of nutrition in wellness promotion. The impact of psychological, social and economic factors effecting nutrient requirements is considered.
    Prerequisites: NT 132, NT 134
    Corequisites: BI 178, NT 137, NT 138
    S (N)
  

  • NT 137 - Clinic for Nutrition Care II

    Credit Hours: 3

    This clinical experience is conducted in a combination of wellness settings and acute care hospitals. This hands-on practicum emphasizes wellness promotion in a variety of community settings. Hospitals provide an introduction to the nutrition care process and highlight the role of the dietetic technician. Written and verbal communication skills are emphasized, including interviewing, counseling and educational material preparation.
    Prerequisites: BI 178
    Corequisites: BI 178, NT 136, NT 138
    S (N)
  

  • NT 138 - Education for Dietetic Majors

    Credit Hours: 3

    Communication, educational principles and techniques in interviewing, counseling and teaching individuals and groups in clinical settings is presented. Student preparation of instructional materials and use of instructional media is included.
    Prerequisites: BI 178
    Corequisites: BI 178, NT 136, NT 137
    S (N)
  

  • NT 275 - Introduction to Food Systems Management

    Credit Hours: 3

    An introduction to the functions and tools of food systems management in health care facilities is provided in this first of a two-part course. Included are management roles of dietetic professionals, levels and tools of management, policies and procedures, human resource management, New York State safety and sanitation for health care, HACCP, food borne illness, menu planning and marketing.
    Prerequisites: NT 128
    F (N)
  

  • NT 276 - Food Systems Management

    Credit Hours: 3

    A continuation of Introduction to Food Systems Management (NT275) including the application of nutrient modification to menu writing, purchasing, recipe standardization production and delivery systems, receiving and storage, inventory, equipment, cost analysis and financial control for health care food service. Waste management and management information systems in health care are also discussed.
    Prerequisites: NT 128, NT 275
    Corequisites: NT 277, NT 284, NT 285, NT 286
    S (N)
  

  • NT 277 - Field Experience for Food Systems Management

    Credit Hours: 3

    This supervised practice provides field experience in health care settings focusing on practical application of knowledge provided in management courses. Projects include human resource functions, meal planning, food production, sanitation and safety, standardized recipes, purchasing, inventory, cost control and quality assurance. A capstone experience is provided with practice assuming the role of a food service manager in a health care facility.
    Prerequisites: NT 128, NT 275
    Corequisites: NT 276, NT 284, NT 285, NT 286
    S (N)
  

  • NT 282 - Nutrition Care III

    Credit Hours: 3

    Application of principles of normal nutrition to disease conditions which occur most frequently in adults and require dietary modifications. Nutrient content of modified diets is included. The nutrition care process in introduced.
    Prerequisites: BI 178, CH 144, CH 145, NT 128, NT 136, NT 137, NT 138
    Corequisites: NT 283
    S (N)
  

  • NT 283 - Clinic for Nutrition Care III

    Credit Hours: 3

    This supervised clinical practice in acute care settings focuses on the application of knowledge presented in Nutrition Care III. The nutrition care process and nutrition care of patients is practiced. Focus is placed on screening, interviewing and counseling of patients on specialized diets. Calculation of modified diets and medical record documentation is also emphasized.
    Prerequisites: BI 178, CH 144, CH 145, NT 128, NT 136, NT 137, NT 138
    Corequisites: NT 282
    F (N)
  

  • NT 284 - Dietetics Seminar

    Credit Hours: 2

    This senior level course allows students to apply critical thinking skills to ethical and technological issues impacting the field of dietetics. Professional standards and issues are presented. Public policy development as related to dietetics is discussed. Also included is preparation for the Registration Examination for Dietetic Technicians, the employment application process and initiation of the Professional Development Portfolio.
    Prerequisites: NT 282, NT 283
    Corequisites: NT 276, NT 277, NT 285, NT 286
    S (N)
  

  • NT 285 - Nutrition Care IV

    Credit Hours: 3

    Nutrition care of residents in long term care is introduced along with geriatrics. Medical nutrition therapy for various diseases and health conditions which require dietary modifications including cancer, renal diseases, hepatic diseases, disorders of the GI tract, as well as those conditions less commonly encountered such as PKU and inborn errors of metabolism are also studied.
    Prerequisites: NT 282, NT 283
    Corequisites: NT 276, NT 277, NT 284, NT 286
    S (N)
  

  • NT 286 - Clinic for Nutrition Care IV

    Credit Hours: 3.5

    This advanced course provides the supervised practice rotation in long-term care settings with a focus on the application of the MDS and care planning along with practical application of knowledge presented in Nutrition Care IV. Practice in interviewing, counseling and group nutrition presentations for the geriatric clientele in health facility settings is provided. Calculation and planning practice for more complex dietary modifications is included. This rotation culminates in a capstone activity of assuming the role of a dietetic technician on a full-time basis in a healthcare facility.
    Prerequisites: NT 282, NT 283
    Corequisites: NT 276, NT 277, NT 284, NT 285
    S (N)
  

  • NT 287 - Health Care Delivery Systems

    Credit Hours: 2

    This continuation of Health Field Orientation provides a broad understanding of the methods of delivery of healthcare in the United States. Healthcare is explored, including its history, delivery systems, manpower, distribution of resources, cost, finance, health policy, technology and future outlook.
    Prerequisites: NT 134
    F (N)

Drama-Theatre
  

  • DT 100 - Fundamentals of Acting

    Credit Hours: 3

    A lecture and workshop course in the fundamentals of acting: concentration, imagination, voice and movement techniques. Scene study, character development, physical and psychological theories will be studied during the semester with an emphasis on performance.

    Fulfills SUNY General Education – The Arts.
    F/S (C, N)
  

  • DT 101 - Introduction to Drama and Theatre

    Credit Hours: 3

    Broad informal introduction to central theatrical and literary elements of drama. Readings from classical and modern plays and surrounding criticism includes use of available presentations (radio, film, TV, recordings). First-hand experience of local theatre provokes analysis of theatre as a present and living form of human expression.

    Fulfills the following SUNY General Education categories:

    • The Arts
    • Humanities

    Note: A course can only be used to fulfill one General Education category.
    F/S (C, N, S)
  

  • DT 102 - Contemporary Theatre Workshop

    Credit Hours: 3

    Various approaches to acting as a disciplined form of expression and communication. Physical and vocal exercises, breath control, yoga, games, sensitivity exercises, improvisation, spatial explorations, movement and behavior analysis lend new individual and group awareness. Some character study and scene work applied toward the end of the semester.

    Fulfills SUNY General Education – The Arts.
    F/S (C, N, S)
  

  • DT 103 - Introduction to Theatre

    Credit Hours: 3

    An introduction to the theatre experience. This course will involve a survey of the development of theatre, acting theory and techniques, directing theory and methods and basic principles of stage design and stagecraft. Study will involve the relationship of these elements to the script and will emphasize the theatre as a form of cultural and social expression.

    Fulfills the following SUNY General Education categories:

    • The Arts
    • Humanities

    Note: A course can only be used to fulfill one General Education category.
    Cycles (C, N)
  

  • DT 104 - Theatre Workshop

    Credit Hours: 3

    This is a workshop rehearsal performance course which will involve the student in the production of live stage theatre, children’s theatre, or dramatic reading for the college and surrounding community. The students will develop their productions for performance on campus, at other schools, in libraries, etc.

    Fulfills SUNY General Education – The Arts.
    F/S (C, N, S)
  

  • DT 105 - Theatre Practicum

    Credit Hours: 1

    Course emphasis is on participation in college theatre productions. Students will be directly involved in both technical theatre construction and stage acting performances. Students may enroll four times for a maximum of four semester hours of credit.

    Fulfills SUNY General Education – The Arts.
    Cycles (C, N, S)
  

  • DT 106 - Introduction to Stagecraft

    Credit Hours: 3

    A study of technical theatre involving design for the set, lighting, makeup and costume with emphasis on the practical techniques essential to realizing those designs. The course will include stage construction and set painting, lighting techniques and practice, as well as methods for makeup and costume construction.

    Fulfills SUNY General Education – The Arts.
    F/S (C, N, S)
  

  • DT 107 - 19th Century Russian Theatre

    Credit Hours: 3

    This course introduces the student to the original sources of Russian theatre culture and the peculiarity of Russian drama and its development. Selected works of Puskin, Gogol, Ostrovsky, Turgenev and Tolstoy with some foundation dramatists will be investigated through stage depiction with discussion.

    Fulfills the following SUNY General Education categories:

    • The Arts
    • Humanities

    Note: A course can only be used to fulfill one General Education category.
    Prerequisites: EN 110
    Cycles (C, N)
  

  • DT 108 - 20th Century Russian Theatre

    Credit Hours: 3

    This course involves the main aspects of Russian theatre from the end of the 19th century through the first half of the 20th century. The content includes the Moscow Art theatre and its repertoire, the most outstanding achievements of Russian theatre during the soviet period and the method of Stanislavsky with its global influence on drama performance.

    Fulfills the following SUNY General Education categories:

    • The Arts
    • Humanities

    Note: A course can only be used to fulfill one General Education category.

    Cycles (C, N)

Early Childhood
  

  • CC 150 - Child Care for Infants and Young Children

    Credit Hours: 3

    Discusses the developemental stages and needs of the infant and young child and relates them to the daily care of children. Nutrition, health, safety and common childhood illnesses will be examined. Special emphasis will be placed on the need to sensitize adults to the individual needs of the young child, the need for appropriate infant – adult relationships, the development of language and the need for quality child care situations. Course explores the influence of diverse family structures and the many behaviors of the growing child’s personality and behavior. This course is open to students in developmental reading and writing.
    F/S (C)
  

  • CC 200 - Early Childhood Education I

    Credit Hours: 3

    Introduces the student to Early Childhood Education. Examines the role and career of the Early Childhood professional. Introduces the student to NAEYC Core Values/Code of Ethical Conduct. Discusses the history and theory of Early Childhood Education. Discusses the social, intellectual, emotional and physical development of the young child; the child’s needs and how the Early Childhood professionals and centers meet these needs. Introduces the activities and materials of Early Childhood Education with an emphasis on literacy. Reviews regulations and what constitutes quality Early Childhood programs. Students are required to visit and write a report on one Early Childhood Education Center in the Buffalo metropolitan or suburban area.
    Prerequisites: Completion of Developmental Reading and Writing (if necessary).
    Concurrent Registration: CC 201
    F/S (C)
  

  • CC 201 - Early Childhood Lab I

    Credit Hours: 1.5

    Course correlated with CC 200-Early Childhood Education I. CC 201 is held at an off-site, high quality early childhood program and is designed to introduce students to working with young children and their teachers. Under the direct supervision of the ECC instructor, students will have the opportunity to interact with and observe children and staff in a professional setting.
    Concurrent Registration: CC 200
    F/S (C)
  

  • CC 202 - Early Childhood Education II

    Credit Hours: 3

    Using NAEYC’s principles of developmentally appropriate practice, students will examine development from birth through age 8 and the importance of the relationship between development and caring for young children, including children with special needs. Special attention will be given to developmentally appropriate guidance techniques at each stage. Students will also have the opportunity to examine and visit a variety of high quality early childhood programs within the community. Builds on concepts introduced in CC 200. Cultural diversity will be emphasized.
    Prerequisites: CC 200 or by permission of the department.
    Concurrent Registration: CC 203
    F/S (C)
  

  • CC 203 - Early Childhood Lab II

    Credit Hours: 1.5

    Course correlated with CC 202-Early Childhood Education II. CC 203 is held at an off-site early childhood program and is designed to continue to provide students with experience working with young children and their teachers. Under the direct supervision of the ECC instructor, students will continue to interact with and observe children in a professional setting. They will also plan and implement developmentally appropriate interactions and activities for young children.
    Corequisites: Must be taking or have taken CC 250.
    Concurrent Registration: CC 202
    F/S (C)
  

  • CC 204 - Early Childhood Education III

    Credit Hours: 3

    Building on NAEYC’s core values, the Code of Ethical Conduct and Principles of DAP, with an emphasis on an anti-bias approach, students will explore teacher/family partnerships. Emphasis will be placed on the teacher’s role in establishing and maintaining relationships with the families of the children they care for and teach and effective methods of communicating with families in quality early childhood programs. Exploring current trends and issues, students will continue to examine and visit a variety of high quality early childhood programs within the community.
    Prerequisites: CC 200 or CC 202 or by permission of the department.
    Concurrent Registration: CC 205
    F/S (C)
  

  • CC 205 - Early Childhood Lab III

    Credit Hours: 1.5

    Course correlated with CC 204-Early Childhood Education III. CC 205 is held at a variety of off-site locations working with the cooperating teacher and under the supervision of the ECC instructor. Students will continue to interact with, observe, and plan for children. They will expand their role in the classroom and plan more in-depth activities as they learn to work more closely with the cooperating teachers and become part of a team.
    Concurrent Registration: CC 204
    F/S (C)
  

  • CC 206 - Student Teaching & Seminar

    Credit Hours: 6

    Supervised student teaching experience in one early childhood education center for a minimum of 130 hours. Students will plan, write, implement, and evaluate activities, lesson plans and a final capstone project.  The seminar and assignments are designed to support students in their field experiences.  Students will also create a professional portfolio.  Speakers will be brought in to address specific topics.
    Prerequisites: CC 200, CC 201, CC 202, CC 203, CC 205, CC 250 or by permission of the department.
    F/S (C)

    Can be taken at the same time as CC 204.
  

  • CC 250 - Curriculum Planning for Children

    Credit Hours: 3

    Explains the curricula for young children in a variety of educational settings. Considers curricula objectives, development levels, theories and learning experiences to equip the student with knowledge and skills necessary in planning and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum for young children (methods and materials). Reviews NAEYC’s position of effective curriculum and assessment. Discusses the implications of brain research, gender/individual differences and Gardner’s Theory of Multiple Intelligence on the young child. A series of lectures, hands on workshops and field trips to various early childhood settings enhance understanding of appropriate early childhood curriculum.
    Prerequisites: CC 200 or CC 202 and PS 201 or by permission of the department.
    F/S (C)
  

  • CC 260 - Creative Art Experience for Young Children

    Credit Hours: 3

    Explores the creative arts as a process of discovery, exploration, decision making and creativity in the life of the young child. Considers ways in which parents and teachers may encourage and enrich the creative experience in the developing young child. Participants will have an opportunity to explore the creative arts and processes for themselves.
    F/S (C)

    Open to students in developmental reading and writing.

Economics
  

  • EC 100 - Introduction to Economics

    Credit Hours: 3

    An exploration, awareness and understanding of the economic forces that affect your life. The economics you ought to know to be an informed person.

    Fulfills SUNY General Education – Social Sciences.
    F/S (C, N, S)
  

  • EC 101 - Consumer Economics

    Credit Hours: 3

    An analysis and application of consumer issue principles to the solutions or problems of both individual and society. To develop attitudes, knowledge and practices which will enable the student to become a more effective buyer in the marketplace.

    Fulfills SUNY General Education – Social Sciences.
    F/S (C, N, S)
  

  • EC 102 - Macroeconomics

    Credit Hours: 3

    An analysis of money, credit and of the structure of national income to prepare for studies of the problems of economic growth, unemployment, inflation and balance of payments. The usefulness of modern monetary and fiscal remedies is evaluated.

    Fulfills SUNY General Education – Social Sciences.
    F/S (C, N, S)
  

  • EC 103 - Microeconomics

    Credit Hours: 3

    Traditional value theory on the pricing of products and factors of production to give insights into the nature of a market economy and the way it achieves both the allocation of resources and distribution of income.

    Fulfills SUNY General Education – Social Sciences.
    F/S (C, N, S)
  

  • EC 104 - Industrial Relations

    Credit Hours: 3

    A description and analysis of the roles of labor and management in the economy of the United States. Approximately half of the class time is devoted to labor-management relations, including the evolution and growth of the American labor movement and the development and structure of American business management. A study is made of the legal framework within which labor-management relations are conducted and the responsibilities of each in a democratic system of government.
    F/S (C, N, S)
  

  • EC 201 - Money and Banking

    Credit Hours: 3

    Monetary theory and policy is combined with a study of the functions and operations of commercial and central banks. The approach is analytical, descriptive and historical.

    Fulfills SUNY General Education – Social Sciences.
    Prerequisites: EC 102
    F (C, N, S)

Electrical Engineering Technology
  

  • EL 101 - Residential Wiring

    Credit Hours: 3

    Introduction to residential wiring, electrical safety and the national electrical code (NEC); electrical plans and symbols; switches and receptacles; branch circuit calculations and design; ground fault interrupters; conductors; wiring methods; outlet boxes; grounding and bonding; appliances and motors; low voltage wiring and service-entrance equipment. Laboratory projects provide practical experience in use of tools and wiring techniques.
    F (N)
  

  • EL 102 - Introduction to Photovoltaic Systems

    Credit Hours: 3

    This course will provide an overview of fundamental concepts of electrical theory and their applications to the Photovoltaic Systems. It will concentrate on the following topics: DC voltage, current, and power concepts; Ohm’s law; DC PV series, parallel and series/parallel circuits and DC electrical measurements; AC current, voltage, power; photovoltaic effect, solar cell design and manufacturing, history of solar power; solar radiation, site analysis; electric load analysis; PV system components (PV modules, batteries, inverters, charge controllers), PV systems safety; grid-tied and stand-alone systems; systems installation and safety issues.
    S (N)
  

  • EL 110 - Electricity I

    Credit Hours: 4

    Electron theory; conductors; insulators; electromotive force; direct current; conventional current; voltage; resistance; factors affecting resistance; Ohm’s law; resistors in series; parallel and series/parallel; distribution of voltage and current; voltage and current divider rule; electrical power; Kirchhoff’s laws; source conversion; superposition; Thevenin theorem; capacitors or inductors in series or parallel; energy storage and time constant.
    Corequisites: MT 126
    S (N)
  

  • EL 111 - Lab for EL 110

    Credit Hours: 1

    Experiments emphasis: use of voltage, current, power and resistance measuring instruments; factors affecting resistance; distribution of voltage, current and power in series; parallel and series/parallel DC resistor circuits; maximum power theorem; Kirchhoff’s Laws; Thevenin theorem verified; RC time constant.
    Corequisites: EL 110
    S (N)
 

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