DH 250 - Oral Health Services V

• environmental Management: Recognize and independently practice and follow accepted infection control policies and procedures as stated in the Senior Competency Skills Packet and the CDC guidelines;
• assessment: Collect data based on patient’s age health history, vital signs and clinical evaluation. Recognize and differentiate normal from abnormal conditions to include treatment parameters of the medically compromised patient which would influence patient care. Recognize the need for radiographs using clinical judgment and the Guidelines for Prescribing Dental Radiographs. Produce and evaluate diagnostically acceptable films utilizing the Radiation Safety Protocol to identify existing oral conditions;
• management of Client Care: Obtain and develop a dental hygiene diagnosis, prognosis and outcomes based on the patient’s age, nutritional, medical and dental needs, communicate findings and proposed treatment to patient;
• patient Appointment/Records:  Record all existing medical, oral conditions, assessment data, and treatment procedures while maintaining patient confidentiality and understand the significance of proper recording both on paper and in the electronic patient record;
• professional Skills Development: Recognize the need for dental hygiene services. Perform the advanced skills for comprehensive patient care at the competency levels indicated in the Senior Spring Competency Skills Packet and day sheet to include advanced instrumentation techniques, periodontal therapy, fabrication of mouth guards and trays for tooth whitening, as well as the application of adjunctive therapies for pain management to include administration of local anesthesia and nitrous oxide sedation and identify treatment modifications, products, homecare adaptations for all patients;
• time Management: Provide treatment in a timely and efficient manner and demonstrate organizational and problem solving skills;
• self Evaluation: Evaluate one’s own clinical performance on a daily basis to identify strengths and weaknesses;
• personal Attributes: accepts professional responsibility for behaviors consistent with legal requirements, ethical expectations, and demeanor as defined in Competency Skills Packet and Day Sheet;
• health Care Provider/ Patient Relationship identify the legal duties of the hygienist to the patient and the liability issues concerning negligence, technical battery, maligning a patient, breech of contract and the need for professional liability insurance;
• jurisprudence apply the laws and regulations pertaining to the practice of Dental Hygiene in NYS; identify steps to prevent malpractice lawsuits in dental hygiene practice and explain the divisions of law affecting the Dental Hygiene Practice Act;
• requirements and Licensure describe the purpose and legal requirements for licensure and the nature of licensure examinations utilizing the NYS document “Laws and Regulations Pertaining to the Practice Of Dental Hygiene” for case study;
• career Options and Resume Preparation describe the six major roles for Dental Hygienists as defined by ADHA. Evaluate the various employment opportunities and develop a formatted resume. Role playing will be used simulate interviewing techniques;
• ethics define, discuss and identify the three areas of ethics; the concept of professional ethics; elements of professional codes and the steps in solving an ethical dilemma. Problem solving for cases in private practice will be explored utilizing the problem solving model; and
• current Issues discuss several issues affecting the Dental Hygiene Profession, their implications and possible future solutions.

DH 260 - Community Dental Health

• demonstrate knowledge of community oral health problems and their impact on community resources;
• describe methods used to promote oral health awareness and disease prevention in the community;
• identify and evaluate community oral health issues and strategies to address them;
• describe human behaviors, cultural issues, political realities and technical challenges which affect community dental health initiatives;
• define the skills required to act as a community dental health professional;
• assess, plan, implement and evaluate community oral health programs;
• evaluate journal articles and evidence-based clinical information; and
• develop understanding of basic statistical principles, dental indices and use of computers in dental research and community dental health.

DH 270 - Pharmacology

• demonstrate a basic knowledge of pharmacology as it relates to dental patient management;
• discuss the principles of pharmacodynamics, including drug interrelationships;
• understand the physiology of body systems and the effects of various medications;
• describe the pharmacology of various drug categories and how they are used to treat various disease conditions;
• describe the immediate treatment for medical/dental emergencies which may be encountered by personnel in the dental office; and
• interpret and understand medical case histories relative to dental treatment.

DH 280 - Pain and Anxiety Control

Module 1: Seven 50 minute sessions with topics in order.

• define and describe psychological, physiological, and anatomic aspects of pain at a level appropriate for the dental hygiene practice;
• evaluate the indications, use and importance of NOO sedation and local anesthesia as methods to decrease fear and anxiety to a patient;
• determine through specialized question-answer techniques the level and source of patient anxiety and fear;
• communicate and evaluate the effectiveness of the determined course of action through changes in patient fear and anxiety levels;
• explain the relationship of fear and anxiety to risk management in terms of potential legal issues, effectiveness and ethics; and
• describe, in general terms, the levels of anesthesia outlined by the American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA).

Module 2: Seven 50 minute sessions

• describe the effects of neural anatomy upon pharmacological requirements of local anesthetics and vasoconstrictors;
• explain the relationship of anatomy to anesthetic onset and duration especially in areas of infection;
• name the local anesthetics, topical anesthetics and vasoconstrictors; explain their chemical properties; and classify each based on their type, vasoactivity, toxicity, and duration;
• describe and classify the topical and local anesthetic compounds available to general dentistry as each applies to treatment length, potential for toxicity including vascular activity, and use with health or age compromise;
• interpret and analyze the health history and treatment needs to potential drug complications as they are related to the systemic actions of the specific anesthetic or vasoconstrictor and then name the best drug choice for the patient.;
• calculate the maximum dose of a local anesthetic or vasoconstrictor based upon weight, age and ASA;
• list, sequence and describe the overdose reaction signs associated with local anesthetics and vasoconstrictors;
• list and discuss the management of local anesthetic and vasoconstrictor overdose; and
• discuss the drug to drug interactions that can occur with local anesthetics and vasoconstrictors.

Module 3: Seven 50 minute sessions

• describe the physical and chemical properties of nitrous oxide and oxygen;
• differentiate and describe sedation, anesthesia and analgesia;
• describe the actions and pharmacology of nitrous oxide/oxygen (NOO) within the body;
• compare the advantages and disadvantages of NOO sedation to other delivery methods;
• describe the airway and compute breathing dynamics such as tidal flow, liters/ minute;
• define the terms and stages of anesthesia based upon the ASA guidelines;
• distinguish between the levels of conscious and unconscious sedation and explain the difference between the sedation planes in stage l one and stage two;
• describe the unsuitable NOO patient based upon the health history or patient interaction;
• determine the correct stage and plane of sedation/anesthesia based upon the integration of known patient symptoms and state the action that should be taken;
• locate the parts of NOO armamentarium including all safety devices, controls, gauges and communicate their use and their reading;
• distinguish between oxygen and nitrous oxide components and recognize the quantity of gasses left in tanks;
• describe the patient indicated and not indicated for NOO sedation;
• define COPD and hypoxic drive; associate the varied levels of COPD and describe those patients unsuitable for NOO sedation;
• discuss the systemic effects of NOO sedation on the various organ systems;
• define titration and discuss its rationale;
• discuss the normal reaction variation to NOO sedation;
• list the steps of NOO sedation;
• compare and contrast the signs and symptoms of each level of sedation to stage one, plane four;
• describe the signs and symptoms of the ideal plane of anesthesia;
• define and discuss emergence and recovery; list the methods to determine if the patient has fully recovered from NOO sedation;
• list and discuss the complications and management that may occur during sedation;
• list all information required for complete documentation of sedation;
• list the potential sources of occupational exposure to NOO during sedation within the dental office;
• discuss the specific health concerns (biohazards) that “at risk” employees face with this sedation;
• define and discus scavenging systems;
• discuss exposure prevention measures;
• explain the New York State law (NYSL) as it pertains to restricted certification of dental hygienist to deliver NOO sedation and local anesthesia; and
• define and describe the NYSL terms and personal supervision.

Module 4: Seven 50 minute sessions

• utilize the health history to detect medically compromised patients and discern those conditions that place the patient at risk for local anesthetics and vasoconstrictors;
• state which drugs are relatively or absolutely contraindicated for each organ system with special attention to the vasoconstrictors;
• determine the specific compromised organ system and then associate the best drug choice for the patient;
• associate specific organ system conditions to the ASA risk status and design specific treatment protocol for the condition including dose reduction and treatment duration;
• associate specific local anesthetics to specific hereditary conditions such as prilocaine to methemoglobinemia; describe the signs, symptoms and treatments needed for each of these conditions;
• list the drug-to-drug interactions of local anesthetics to specific classes of drugs and describe the interaction effect with special attention to the effect of vasoconstrictors;
• list and describe the various types of local anesthetic armamentarium;
• define aspiration, articulate its principles and sequence its steps;
• discuss needles and the selection of the proper needle; describe problems associated with needles and their remedies;
• list the information found on an anesthetic cartridge (carpule) and describe the handling and recognition of a bad cartridge;
• define and describe anesthetic complications and their probable causes based upon the solution and the technique used;
• discuss the probable cause of local complications, signs and symptoms, and sequence the management steps for each complication;
• list the armamentarium and the setup required for local anesthesia;
• define the terminology of site of penetration, angle of injection, depth of penetration and target as it applies to delivery;
• list the steps required for low anxiety and painless anesthesia;
• list all information that must be included in local anesthetic documentation;
• list and describe the agencies that govern infection control and occupational hazards such the OSHA, NOISH, CDC and the ADA;
• define an occupational exposure;
• discuss the employer’s OSHA requirements in protecting “at risk” employees;
• explain methods for preventing local anesthesia-related occupational exposures;
• describe criteria for safe sharps disposal containers; and
• explain appropriate postexposure protocol including reporting, evaluation, counseling, treatment, and follow-up.

DH 281 - Pain and Anxiety Control Clinic

• evaluate a patients’ health status, record vital signs and, when indicated, communicate to the patient the rationale and benefit of pain/anxiety control;
• determine the proper local anesthetic agent and dosage with regard to a patient’s health status and the treatment to be performed;
• prepare armamentaria for administration of local anesthesia and nitrous oxide analgesia with scavenging system;
• safely perform local anesthesia injections in various areas of the mouth and nitrous oxide analgesia while monitoring the physical status of the patient; and
• demonstrate proper infection control procedures, disposal of sharps, and patient record documentation.

DL 110 - Introduction to Technical Dentistry

• state the duties of the dental lab technician;
• define dentistry;
• explain the education necessary for licensing in dentistry;
• list the dental specialties;
• describe the various dental organizations;
• list the reasons for the shift of the traditional role of women from the domestic to the professional;
• discuss the differences of cultural-racial and socio-economic groups;
• better understand race, ethnic and gender relations in the United States;
• understand the pathology of blood borne diseases;
• employ antiseptic techniques in the lab;
• understand the ethical, legal and regulatory considerations related to blood borne infectious diseases;
• list types of health care insurance; and
• be aware of the history of medical and dental care.

DL 111 - Dental Anatomy, Physiology, Occlusion

• name and identify each tooth found in the adult oral cavity;
• identify the anatomical structure and landmarks of incisor teeth;
• identify the anatomical structure and landmarks of canine teeth;
• identify the anatomical structure and landmarks of premolar teeth;
• identify the anatomical structure and landmarks of molar teeth;
• name and identify the surfaces of and principle anatomical landmarks of any given tooth. (cusps, ridges, grooves, puts and developmental depressions);
• name and identify the line angles and point angles of any given tooth;
• list and identify those bones of the cranium and face that are directly related to the function of the oral cavity and list the function of each;
• list the muscles that form the boundaries of the oral cavity and name the action of each;
• list the muscles of mastication and give the origin, insertion and action of each;
• trace the blood supply from the heart to the oral cavity including each individual tooth;
• trace the venous drainage from the teeth and oral cavity back to the heart;
• name the cranial nerves directly associated with the oral cavity and the teeth;
• locate and identify the principle anatomical landmarks found on a cast of the edentulous maxilla; and
• locate and identify the principle anatomical landmarks found on a cast of the edentulous mandible.

DL 112 - Lab for DL 111

Draw to Scale

• maxillary central incisors;
• maxillary lateral incisors;
• maxillary Ccanines;
• maxillary first premolars;
• maxillary second premolars;
• maxillary first molars;
• maxillary second molars;
• maxillary third molars;
• mandibular central incisors;
• mandibular lateral incisors;
• mandibular canines;
• mandibular first premolars;
• mandibular second premolars;
• mandibular first molars;
• mandibular second molars;
• mandibular third molars;
• carve to scale;
• maxillary central incisors;
• maxillary lateral incisors;
• maxillary Ccanines;
• maxillary first premolars;
• maxillary second premolars;
• maxillary first molars;
• maxillary second molars;
• maxillary third molars;
• mandibular central incisors;
• mandibular canines;
• mandibular first premolars;
• mandibular second premolars;
• mandibular first molars;
• mandibular second molars; and
• mandibular third molars.

DL 113 - Biomedical Materials and Dental Metallurgy

• list physical properties of various dental materials;
• describe uses of gypsum products;
• identify uses for alloys;
• illustrate properties and uses of resins;
• distinguish between karat and fineness of precious metals;
• describe the uses of porcelain in dentistry;
• operate various dental laboratory machinery; and
• identify physical properties and use of dental waxes.

DL 114 - Lab for DL 113

• list physical properties of various dental materials;
• describe uses of gypsum products;
• identify uses for alloys;
• illustrate properties and uses of resins;
• distinguish between karat and fineness of precious metals;
• describe the uses of porcelain in dentistry;
• operate various dental laboratory machinery; and
• identify physical properties and use of dental waxes.

DL 115 - Complete Denture Technique I

• demonstrate their knowledge and use of the semi-adjustable articulators;
• apply this knowledge of the semi-adjustable articulators in arrangement of various degrees of posterior teeth such as rational to 33 degree posteriors;
• simulate masticatory functions using the semi-adjustable articulator such as protrusive cheek bite, left and right lateral excursion, etc.; and
• have the knowledge to fabricate a functional denture that has appealing esthetic value.
   

 

Concurrent Registration: DL 116
F (S)

DL 116 - Lab for DL 115

• demonstrate their knowledge and use of the semi-adjustable articulator;
• apply this knowledge of the semi-adjustable articulators in arrangement of various degrees of posterior teeth such as rational to 33 degree posteriors;
• simulate masticatory functions using the semi-adjustable articulator such as protrusive cheek bite, left and right lateral excursion, etc.; and
• construct a functional complete denture that has appealing esthetic value.

DL 121 - Removable Partial Denture Technique

• demonstrate their knowledge of surveying and designing by constructing removable partial denture frameworks which require clasping of rotated and tilted teeth;
• demonstrate all laboratory procedures necessary to construct partial denture frameworks using the combo-type cast wrought wire clasp;
• explain all laboratory procedures necessary to construct partial denture frameworks using the combo-type wrought wire clasp soldered to framework;
• explain quality control inspections of the finished frameworks, troubleshoot errors, and corrective action when indicated; and
• explain how to mount maxillary and mandibular casts on a straight line articulator with trial base plates using plastic or porcelain teeth, process and finish.

DL 122 - Lab for DL 121

• demonstrate their knowledge of surveying and designing by constructing removable partial denture frameworks which require clasping of rotated and tilted teeth;
• perform all laboratory procedures necessary to construct partial denture frameworks using the combo-type cast wrought wire clasp;
• perform all laboratory procedures necessary to construct partial denture frameworks using the combo-type wrought wire clasp soldered to framework;
• the student will perform quality control inspections of the finished frameworks, troubleshoot errors, and take corrective action when indicated; and
• mount maxillary and mandibular casts on straight line articulator with trial base plates using plastic or porcelain teeth, process and finish.

DL 123 - Restorative Technique I

• explain the various clinical and laboratory procedures necessary to fabricate a fixed restoration;
• list and describe the various types of fixed restorations fabricated in the dental laboratory;
• name and describe the common types of tooth preparations employed by the dentist;
• explain the purpose of an individual custom impression tray and construct a clinically acceptable quadrant custom impression tray from a diagnostic cast;
• list the requirements of an acceptable working cast and list the methods for fabrication from the impression for an accurate cast with removable dies;
• identify different types of margins;
• list types of fixed restorations;
• list classes of inlays and the modification of inlays;
• describe methods to prevent contamination especially the methods for the control or blood borne infectious diseases; and
• correctly use an infection control station.

DL 124 - Lab for DL 123

Upon completion of this course the student should be able to accomplish the following procedures:

• explain the various clinical and laboratory procedures necessary to fabricate a fixed restoration;
• list and describe the various types of fixed restorations fabricated in the dental laboratory;
• construct a full crown;
• construct a partial crown;
• explain the purpose of an individual custom impression tray and construct a clinically acceptable quadrant custom impression tray from a diagnostic cast;
• list the requirements of an acceptable working cast and fabricate from the impression and accurate, bubble free cast with removable dies;
• identify the margins and correctly prepare, trim, and ditch the removable dies; and
• correctly manipulate inlay wax and fabricate clinically acceptable wax patterns for various fixed restorations.

DL 125 - Complete Denture Technique II

• demonstrate their knowledge and use of the semi-adjustable articulators;
• apply this knowledge of the semi-adjustable articulators in arrangement of various degrees of posterior teeth such as rational to 33 degree posteriors;
• simulate masticatory functions using the semi-adjustable articulator such as protrusive cheek bite, left and right lateral excursion, etc; and
• differentiate between various types of repairs, relines, and rebases. Perform the work necessary for each repair.

DL 126 - Lab for DL 125

1. Demonstrate their knowledge and use of the semi-adjustable articulators.
2. Apply this knowledge of the semi-adjustable articulators in arrangement of various degrees of posterior teeth such as rational to 33 degree posteriors.
3. Simulate masticatory functions using the semi-adjustable articulator such as protrusive cheek bite, left and right lateral excursion, etc.
4. Differentiate between various types of repairs, relines, and rebases. Perform the work necessary for each repair.
5. Construct a functional denture that has appealing esthetic value.
6. Construction and fabrication of surgical splints with procedures for completion

DL 230 - Dental Laboratory Practice I

• interpret a dentist’s prescription;
• construct an appliance per the prescription;
• order supplies, maintain necessary inventory and price finished products;
• approach a dentist to obtain cases;
• illustrate lab management practices (billing, bookkeeping, etc.);
• demonstrate the care and maintenance of equipment; and
• explain the techniques of disinfecting and sanitizing.
   

DL 231 - Removable Partial Denture Technique II

• demonstrate their knowledge of surveying and designing by constructing removable partial denture frameworks which require clasping of rotated and tilted teeth;
• construct removable partial denture frameworks which require the use of tube teeth;
• construct removable partial denture frameworks which require the use of plastic facings with plastic backings;
• perform all laboratory procedures necessary to construct partial denture frameworks using the combo-type cast wrought wire clasp;
• perform all laboratory procedures necessary to construct partial denture frameworks using the combo-type wrought wire clasp soldered to framework;
• the student will perform quality control inspections of the finished frameworks, troubleshoot errors, and take corrective action when indicated; and
• mount maxillary and mandibular casts on straight line articulator with trial base plates using plastic or porcelain teeth, process and finish.

DL 232 - Lab for DL 231

• demonstrate their knowledge of surveying and designing by constructing removable partial denture frameworks which require clasping of rotated and tilted teeth;
• construct removable partial denture framework which require the use of tube teeth;
• construct removable partial denture framework which require the use of plastic facings with plastic backings;
• perform all laboratory procedures necessary to construct partial denture frameworks using the combo-type cast wrought wire Cclasp;
• perform all laboratory procedures necessary to construct partial denture frameworks using the combo-type wrought wire clasp soldered to framework;
• the student will perform quality control inspections of the finished frameworks, troubleshoot errors, and take corrective action when indicated; and
• mount maxillary and mandibular casts on straight line articulator with trial base plates using plastic or porcelain teeth, process and finish.

DL 233 - Restorative Technique II

• define working models;
• define and identify 2-unit cantilever bridge and ¾ pinledge crow;
• define soldering procedures;
• name facings; and
• list various uses of facings.

DL 234 - Lab for DL 233

• construct working models;
• prepare and construct 2-unit cantilever bridge;
• construct ¾ pinledge crown;
• demonstrate sprueing capabilities;
• demonstrate and perform investing techniques using Whip-Mix machine;
• perform casting procedure;
• perform soldering procedure;
• develop and perform a solder joint on a 3-unit posterior bridge;
• demonstrate and perform facing procedure;
• construct different facings, cast backings and solder backings; and
• illustrate finishing and polishing procedures using appropriate materials.

DL 235 - Ceramics Technique I

• identify different types of tooth preparations for ceramic restorations;
• recognize different types of ceramic allows, i.e. non-precious verses previous metal;
• perform different ceramic waxing techniques, i.e. spruing techniques investing techniques and metal design;
• identify ceramic investments;
• casting differences, i.e. high heat investment compared to low heat investment;
• perform soldering techniques for ceramic metal;
• tell the theory of repairing and finishing ceramic metal for applying porcelain;
• recognize ceramic finishing materials, i.e. burs and stones; and
• identify what is, Maryland Bridge and Porcelain Jacket crown.

DL 236 - Lab for DL 235

• demonstrate mounting casts on semi adjustable and fully adjustable articulators;
• construct:
  • three-single units (anterior and posterior); and
  • two, three unit bridges (anterior and posterior).
• identify different waxing techniques;
• perform different types of sprueing techniques;
• demonstrate investing procedure;
• demonstrate casting techniques;
• identify different types of ceramic metals;
• demonstrate soldering procedures; and
• perform and demonstrate metal finishing.

DL 237 - Orthodontic Technique 1

• identify various types of malocclusions;
• identify orthodontic study models;
• design an orthodontic appliance capable of correcting a specific malocclusion;
• construct a removable orthodontic appliance;
• repair a removable orthodontic appliance; and
• apply theoretic knowledge of functional appliances.

DL 238 - Lab for DL 237

• identify various types of malocclusions;
• fabricate orthodontic study models;
• design an orthodontic appliance capable of correcting a specific malocclusion;
• fabricate a removable orthodontic appliance;
• repair a removable orthodontic appliance; and
• apply theoretic knowledge of functional appliances.

DL 240 - Dental Laboratory Practice II

• interpret a dentist’s prescription;
• construct an appliance per the prescription;
• order supplies, maintain necessary inventory and price finished products;
• approach a dentist to obtain cases;
• illustrate lab management practices (billing, bookkeeping, etc.);
• demonstrate the care and maintenance of equipment; and
• explain the techniques of disinfecting and sanitizing.

DL 241 - Senior Seminar

• identify all dental materials;
• recognize pertinent areas of oral anatomy and their importance in constructing a dental prosthesis;
• demonstrate knowledge in various phases of complete denture construction, partial dentures, restorative, ceramics and orthodontics;
• display confidence in their ability to successfully incorporate their knowledge of all dental technology courses into their career goals;
• recognize dental ethics, parameters, history and responsibility. Be aware of culturally diverse populations; and
• demonstrate knowledge of protocols established to ensure asepsis, infection and hazard control, and disposal of hazardous waste.

DL 243 - Restorative Technique III

• mount practical cases on the semi-adjustable articulator;
• describe casting problems and how to correct them;
• describe a 3-unit broken stress bridge with mini rest attachment;
• identify margins;
• describe a semi-precision attachment;
• describe a full-precision attachment;
• describe a telescopic bridge;
• describe a two-piece crown (post core and crown);
• describe a one-piece post crown;
• list sprueing and investing procedures; and
• translate prescriptions.

DL 244 - Lab for DL 243

• mount practical cases on the semi-adjustable articulator;
• describe casting problems and how to correct them;
• construct a 3-unit broken stress bridge with mini rest attachment;
• identify margins – trim and prepare dies;
• perform and construct a semi-precision attachment (practical case);
• fabricate a full-prescription attachment (practical case);
• construct a telescopic bridge;
• construct a two-piece crown (post core and crown);
• construct a one-piece post crown;
• list sprueing and investing procedures; and
• translate prescriptions.

DL 245 - Ceramics Technique II

• operate the porcelain ovens;
• state different firing temperatures;
• list ceramic metals;
• identify opaquing materials;
• define porcelain characteristics;
• define staining and composition;
• describes types of staining procedures;
• describe types of soldering techniques;
• describe Press Glass Techniques (Express, Targus, Artglass); and
• translate prescriptions.

DL 246 - Lab for DL 245

• operate the porcelain ovens;
• illustrate different firing techniques;
• prepare metal structure for firing;
• apply various opaquing techniques;
• perform various build-ups of porcelain techniques;
• demonstrate contouring of porcelain with appropriate material;
• prepare porcelain crowns for glazing procedure;
• use two types of glazing techniques (surface and natural);
• illustrate staining techniques (internal and external); and
• perform post soldering techniques.

DL 250 - Dental Lab Specialties

• describe osseointegration;
• evaluate effect of blood-borne diseases;
• describe the various types of bone implants;
• build complete mandibulary and maxillary dentures for restoring function and aesthetics;
• construct the required prosthodontic appliances according to the doctor’s prescription;  and
• describe the various types of surgical procedures required after accident or disease.

DL 251 - Partial Denture Seminar

• translate a prescription;
• survey and design according to prescription; and
• complete fabrication of a removable partial denture.

DL 253 - Complete Denture Seminar

• construct complete dentures from secondary impressions to completion;
• construct complete, immediate dentures to occlude with natural teeth;
• construct cast palate and cast mandibular base for dentures;
• rearticulate the completed denture on the semi-adjustable articulator for protrusive check bite and left and right lateral excursions;
• rebase and reline a denture following the dentist’s prescription; and
• complete repairs.

DL 255 - Ceramics/Restorative Seminar

• construct practical cases using the Hanau articulator;
• construct one 3-unit bridge;
• construct one multi-unit bridge of 4 units or more utilizing precision attachments;
• contrast the practical use of different metals depending upon the actual case;
• translate the dentist’s prescriptions; and
• introduce the use of basic ceramic techniques, materials and equipment.

DL 257 - Maxillofacial Prosthesis

• construct a silicone nose prosthesis;
• construct a silicone ear prosthesis;
• construct a silicone eye prostheses;
• construct a three-part speech aid (palatal section, bar, bulb) for a cleft palate patient;
• construct a hollow acrylic obturator; and
• acrylic shell nose.

DL 258 - Lab for DL 257

• construct a silicone nose prosthesis;
• construct a silicone ear prosthesis;
• construct a silicone eye prostheses;
• construct a three-part speech aid (palatal section, bar, bulb) for a cleft palate patient;
• construct a hollow acrylic obturator; and
• acrylic shell nose.

DL 260 - Dental Implantology

• select pertinent material for construction of implants;
• distinguish between biocompatibility of various metals;
• discuss different technical approaches;
• choose relevant equipment;
• list various surgical procedures;
• prepare models for implant cases;
• determine fixtures to be used during construction of implant cases;
• discuss esthetics;
• construct an overdenture bar with attachments;
• fabricate surgical stents;
• discuss reline and repair implant cases; and
• wax and Cast UCLE type restorations.

DL 261 - Orthodontic Technique II

• design an orthodontic appliance capable of correcting a specific malocclusion;
• fabricate a variety of fixed orthodontic appliances;
• repair fixed orthodontic appliances;
• use a semi-adjustable articulator;
• fabricate a TMJ splint; and
• apply theoretic knowledge of sleep apnea appliances.

DL 262 - Lab for DL 261

• design an orthodontic appliance capable of correcting a specific malocclusion;
• fabricate a variety of fixed orthodontic appliances;
• repair fixed orthodontic appliances;
• use a semi-adjustable articulator;
• fabricate a TMJ splint; and
• apply theoretic knowledge of sleep apnea appliances.

DL 264 - Lab II for DL 245

• apply porcelain to metal substructures;
• construct practical cases whether single or bridges;
• use internal porcelain modifiers and stains according to individual patient requirements;
• construct porcelain butt margins; and
• translate prescriptions.

DL 265 - Cosmetic and Aesthetic Dentistry

• discuss the various type of light cured restorative materials that exist in dentistry today;
• fabricate inlays, onlays, veneers and full crowns using light cured composites and their components;
• construct models and dies for class projects;
• wax and press restorations of pressed glass, including veneers, onlays, inlays, single crowns and multiply units;
• discuss the differences between the shaded technique and the layered technique of “Empress”; and
• discuss and demonstrate the proper use of equipment used in cosmetic dentistry.

DL 266 - Lab for Denture Set-Ups

• construct complete dentures from secondary impressions to completion;
• construct complete, immediate dentures to occlude with natural teeth;
• rearticulate the completed denture on the semi-adjustable articulator for protrusive check bite and left and right lateral excursions;
• rebase and reline a denture following the dentist’s prescription; and
• complete repairs.

DL 270 - Dental Laboratory Internship

• construct a complete denture in a clinical atmosphere;
• construct a partial denture in a clinical atmosphere;
• construct a fixed restoration in a clinical atmosphere;
• be aware of the psychological/special needs of the patient; and
• be aware of the needs and requirements of the dentist.

DL 271 - CAD/CAM Systems for Dental Lab Technology

• select pertinent material for restorative product;
• discuss different technical approaches;
• choose relevant materials;
• list various design procedures;
• prepare design cases for milling;
• determine fixtures to be used during construction;
• discuss esthetics; and
• design a prosthetic appliance using the computer program.

NT 128 - Food Selection and Preparation

• apply safe food handling techniques to prepare food safely;
• demonstrate an understanding of the functions of ingredients in foods;
• prepare foods to maximize nutrient value and sensory quality;
• demonstrate an understanding of the effects of food preparation on food constituents;
• evaluate the quality of food products, discuss defects, and formulate probable causes for defects based on food science principles;
• develop an informed understanding of cultural foodways; and
• work effectively as a team member.

NT 132 - Nutrition Care I

• identify factors that impact an individual’s food choices;
• demonstrate an understanding of the metabolism of, absorption of, and functions of carbohydrates, protein, fat, vitamins, minerals and water in the body;
• demonstrate knowledge of food sources of individual nutrients;
• use dietary guides to evaluate menus and intakes; and
• calculate the caloric needs of individuals.

NT 134 - Health Field Orientation

• demonstrate knowledge of medical terminology;
• demonstrate an understanding of the role of the dietetic technician and his/her relationship to other members of the health care team;
• demonstrate an understanding of policies and procedures, and health care laws that can affect nutritional care in a health care facility, and health care clients; and
• explain computer uses in dietetics.

NT 136 - Nutrition Care II

• demonstrate basic knowledge of facts and terms related to lifecycle nutrition;
• demonstrate basic understanding of normal nutrition needs throughout the lifecycle;
• demonstrate an understanding of energy balance and weight management;
• demonstrate application of nutrition knowledge and lifestyle needs to create appropriate menus for groups;
• locate and accurately interpret current research literature on lifecycle nutrition;
• prepare and deliver an effective presentation to classmates; and
• use information technology.

NT 137 - Clinic for Nutrition Care II

• demonstrate an understanding of lifecycle nutrition facts, concepts, generalizations, and feeding programs;
• evaluate a “well” individual’s intake; demonstrate an understanding of how to improve an intake;
• apply principles and generalizations of energy balance and weight management across the lifecycle;
• analyze the nutritional adequacy of menus for groups; propose appropriate changes where needed;
• critically evaluate wellness nutrition issues;
• demonstrate basic knowledge of facts and terms related to the nutritional care process;
• demonstrate an understanding of the role of the dietetic technician in various hospital and community settings;
• perform self-assessment; and
• incorporate professionalism in dietetics profession.

 

Prerequisites: BI 178
Corequisites: BI 178, NT 136, NT 138
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NT 138 - Education for Dietetic Majors

• interview patients/clients in a health facility;
• identify dietary needs of clients using established guidelines;
• describe the team concept in nutrition care of the client;
• discuss nutrition counseling and its importance;
• explain systems approach to nutrition services;
• understand data collection as it applies to dietetic services;
• prepare teaching and counseling plans;
• write behavioral objectives;
• plan, prepare and present lesson on assigned topic;
• collect and organize resource file;
• discuss documentation in the medical record; and
• identify appropriate notes for the medical record.

NT 275 - Introduction to Food Systems Management

• demonstrate an understanding of leadership skills and basic management theory and styles;
• demonstrate an understanding of various food service management tools, including: job descriptions, job specifications, job analysis, organizational charts, policy and procedures, and marketing;
• demonstrate an understanding of human resource management, including: staffing process, orientation and training activities, (performance appraisals, disciplinary action, grievances, etc.), motivation, legislation and management relations;
• demonstrate an understanding of menu planning for quantity food production;
• apply menu planning principles to construct menus for a health care facility; and
• demonstrate an understanding of food safety and sanitation.

NT 276 - Food Systems Management

• identify factors which determine types of menus and meal service in a health care facility;
• apply procedures for standardized recipes;
• compare standard portion sizes for various types of service;
• analyze factors that affect purchasing;
• distinguish between types of inventory methods used for cost control;
• plan quantity and quality food production;
• utilize and evaluate computer applications for food service management; and
• examine factors effecting dietary costs and budget preparation.

NT 277 - Field Experience for Food Systems Management

• participate in human resource functions, including interviewing, performance appraisals, and discipline issues;
• supervise and evaluate procurement, distribution, and service within food service delivery systems;
• collect and process financial data to develop department budget and operating plans;
• participate in equipment selection and design/redesign of work units;
• participate in facilities planning and evaluate design;
• participate in performance improvement/organizational change, including:
  • design outcome studies;
  • collect data;
  • assess problems;
  • implement change; and
  • evaluate outcomes.
• plan, develop, and implement a menu that allows for special diet and texture modifications;
• assist with the production of food that meets nutrition guidelines, cost parameters, consumer acceptance, and applicable laws and regulations;
• standardize and test a recipe;
• assist in maintaining and supervising a safe and sanitary food service environment;
• perform ethically in accordance with the values of ACEND;
• participate in performance review and self-evaluation;
• communicate effectively with all staff and supervisors; and
• use computer applications in FSM.

NT 282 - Nutrition Care III

• demonstrate an understanding of the screening process;
• demonstrate an understanding of the nutritional care process, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation;
• demonstrate a basic knowledge of medical nutrition therapy for common conditions, i.e. hypertension, cardiovascular, obesity, diabetes and diverticular disease;
• demonstrate an understanding of basic enteral and parenteral nutrition; and
• translate medical nutrition therapy needs into menus for individuals and groups.

NT 283 - Clinic for Nutrition Care III

• screen patients according to hospital protocol;
• interpret anthropometric, laboratory, clinical, and dietary data to complete a comprehensive nutritional assessment;
• design a nutritional care plan to support successful medical nutrition therapy for an individual patient;
• calculate basic enteral nutrition regimens;
• evaluate an individual’s intake according to medical nutrition therapy recommendations and the individual’s needs;
• perform ethically in accordance with the values of the American Dietetic Association;
• participate in performance review and self-evaluation;
• counsel individuals on nutrition for common conditions;
• demonstrate a variety of documentation methods; and
• use the computer to obtain and communicate information.

NT 284 - Dietetics Seminar

• analyze the concept of professionalism;
• exhibit a basic knowledge of public policy development related to dietetics;
• demonstrate an understanding of current reimbursement issues, policies, and regulations;
• evaluate the role of ACEND in the career of the dietetic technician;
• prepare for the job application process;
• weigh non-traditional career options;
• apply critical thinking skills to ethical and technological issues impacting the field of nutrition; and
• use current information technologies for information and communication activities.

NT 285 - Nutrition Care IV

• demonstrate am understanding of the nutritional care of institutionalized elderly residents;
• demonstrate a basic knowledge of medical nutrition therapy for common conditions, eg cancer, renal conditions, bowel disorders; and
• translate medical nutrition therapy needs into menus for individuals and groups.

NT 286 - Clinic for Nutrition Care IV

• apply rules, regulations, and interpretive guidelines related to the nutritional care of residents;
• develop appropriate, individualized assessments and care plans for long-term care residents;
• design a nutritional care plan to support successful medical nutrition therapy for an individual resident;
• evaluate a resident’s intake according to medical nutrition therapy recommendations and the individual’s needs;
• perform ethically in accordance with the values of the American Dietetic Association;
• participate in performance review and self-evaluation;
• counsel residents on nutrition;
• communicate effectively at health care team meetings;
• demonstrate a variety of documentation techniques; and
• use computer programs, as available, to assist with assessment, documentation, and nutritional care of residents.

NT 287 - Health Care Delivery Systems

• demonstrate a basic knowledge of the health care delivery system in the United States, including knowledge of health organizations and services available in the community;
• demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between legislation, medical care and public health;
• demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between lifestyle decisions and health maintenance;
• apply basic level critical thinking skills to analyze various aspects of health care delivery, such as economic, personal responsibility and the impact of technology; and
• identify members of the health care team.

DT 100 - Fundamentals of Acting

Fulfills SUNY General Education – The Arts.

Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• understand an actor’s responsibilities and relationships with other actors, sharing scenes, picking up cues and maintaining focus;
• perform in a long scene from major plays or one act plays involving mime, conflict, and emotional response;
• follow stage directions, show proper stage movement techniques including motivation, appropriate posture and walk for characters, gesture and stage business, body position and facial expression;
• demonstrate good diction, correct pronunciation, proper phrasing and use of pauses, appropriate rate, pitch, quality, force, and projection in the development of a character; and
• develop a role into a distinct, convincing personality, maintaining character, projecting emotions with proper restraint and maintaining the illusion of the first time.

DT 101 - Introduction to Drama and Theatre

Fulfills the following SUNY General Education categories:

• The Arts
• Humanities

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

Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• evaluate theatrical writings and performances based upon criteria introduced in class;
• identify major genres of classical and contemporary theatre;
• understand the importance of the playwright’s theme, dramaturgy, intention, and character design;
• demonstrate a familiarity with a general overview of theatre history;
• demonstrate an understanding of basic theatrical terminology; and
• demonstrate an understanding of the intricacies of theatre art and production.

DT 102 - Contemporary Theatre Workshop

Fulfills SUNY General Education – The Arts.

Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• realize a gain in self-confidence and control of a dramatic situation;
• realize a gain in voice articulation including volume, clarity and tone of speech for use in any field of study;
• realize a gain in his/her ability to respond to an unplanned circumstance through an individual and group improvisational format;
• grasp basic-level fundamentals of acting principles;
• understand the importance of the playwright’s theme, dramaturgy, intention, and character design;
• demonstrate an understanding of basic theatrical terminology; and
• perceive the intricacies of theatre art and production.

DT 103 - Introduction to Theatre

Fulfills the following SUNY General Education categories:

• The Arts
• Humanities

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

Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• perform acting scenes involving improvisation, conflict, and emotional response;
• read orally with an understanding of mechanics, projections, articulation, and enunciation;
• realize a gain in his/her ability to respond to an unplanned circumstance through individual and group improvisational formats;
• grasp basic-level fundamentals of acting principles;
• understand the importance of the playwright’s theme, dramaturgy, intention, and character design;
• demonstrate an understanding of basic theatrical terminology;
• perceive the intricacies of theatre art and production; and
• follow stage directions and understand techniques to solve basic movement and special blocking movement problems.

DT 104 - Theatre Workshop

Fulfills SUNY General Education – The Arts.

Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• understand how to organize, schedule and prepare a production of a one-act play, reader’s theater, or other dramatic genre for the college and the surrounding community;
• create and perform a character from a written script employing techniques of character development, movement, line interpretation, memorization, and delivery;
• construct, paint, and set up scenery, shift scenery during a show, and strike the set after the performance;
• prepare the light plots, chart and cue sheets, hang and focus the lights and operate them during the show;
• schedule and attend rehearsals, take all notes for the director, supervise cast members, set, costume, and prop constructions for the show as stage manager (s);
• plan, secure, and make costumes, clean press, and mend costumes during the show, store owned costumes and return borrowed/rented ones;
• plan makeup charts for each actor, obtain supplies, assist actors in application, clean the makeup room and store all supplies;
• prepare property lists for each scene, and locate prop and furniture items including rehearsal props;
• advertise the show in newspapers, radio, and television, design and create posters; and
• distribute tickets, design and execute the play program, organize an usher list.

DT 105 - Theatre Practicum

Fulfills SUNY General Education – The Arts.

Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• understand how to organize, schedule and prepare a production of a one-act play, reader’s theater, or other dramatic genre for the college and the surrounding community;
• create and perform a character from a written script employing techniques of character development, movement, line interpretation, memorization, and delivery;
• construct, paint, and set up scenery, shift scenery during a show, and strike the set after the performance;
• prepare the light plots, chart and cue sheets, hang and focus the lights and operate them during the show;
• schedule and attend rehearsals, take all notes for the director, supervise cast members, set, costume, and prop constructions for the show as stage manager (s);
• plan, secure, and make costumes, clean press, and mend costumes during the show, store owned costumes and return borrowed/rented ones;
• plan makeup charts for each actor, obtain supplies, assist actors in application, clean the makeup room and store all supplies;
• prepare property lists for each scene, and locate prop and furniture items including rehearsal props;
• advertise the show in newspapers, radio, and television, design and create posters; and
• distribute tickets, design and execute the play program, organize an usher list.

DT 106 - Introduction to Stagecraft

Fulfills SUNY General Education – The Arts.

Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• understand the concept of scene design and its relationship to the play and the theater;
• understand the fundamentals of scene design, composition, space, unity, and interest;
• analyze a play and develop a design idea from a written script;
• develop the design idea with sketches, renderings, and models;
• produce working drawings for the design including floor plans, sections, and elevations;
• execute the design, construct and paint the scenery, and handle its movement properly;
• work in a scene shop and understand the methods and materials involved in building and painting scenery, stage properties and special effects;
• understand the function, quality, and color of light and its effect on the actor and the set;
• use stage lighting instruments and dimmer control systems; and
• design a lighting plan for a typical production on a proscenium or arena stage.

 

F/S (C, N, S)

DT 107 - 19th Century Russian Theatre

Fulfills the following SUNY General Education categories:

• The Arts
• Humanities
  

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

Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• demonstrate an understanding of the achievements of Russian theatre;
• use this knowledge as a vehicle for understanding the history, mentality, and manner of life of the Russian people;
• demonstrate an understanding of the values of another culture (Russia);
• demonstrate a familiarity with the major Russian dramatists of the 19th century through participatory “scene work” of selected plays;
• demonstrate comprehension of the Russian mentality through the appropriate stage depiction of the characters of these plays;
• describe the impact the play’s director can have on the playwright’s intentions; and
• describe the influence the play’s director can have on audience perception of staged action.

DT 108 - 20th Century Russian Theatre

Fulfills the following SUNY General Education categories:

• The Arts
• Humanities

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


Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• demonstrate an understanding of the achievements of Russian theatre;
• use this knowledge as a vehicle for understanding the history, mentality, and manner of life of the Russian people;
• demonstrate an understanding of the values of another culture (Russia);
• demonstrate a familiarity with the major Russian dramatists of the 20th century through participatory “scene work” of selected plays;
• demonstrate comprehension of the Russian mentality through the appropriate stage depiction of the characters of these plays;
• describe the impact the play’s director can have on the playwright’s intentions; and
• describe the influence the play’s director can have on audience perception of staged action.

CC 150 - Care of Infants and Young Children

• understand prenatal development, labor and birth;
• develop an understanding of typical development of infants and toddlers;
• understand the importance of adult – infant interactions and how they differ across cultures;
• understand appropriate safety precautions in infant/toddler environments;
• understand how to evaluate appropriate materials toys and books for infants and toddlers;
• become familiar with common childhood illnesses and how to deal with them;
• become familiar with appropriate nutrition for infants and toddlers;
• become familiar with appropriate discipline techniques for infants and toddlers;
• understand basic components of quality child care; and
• understand the basic components of writing a research paper on a topic of interest within the birth to two (2) years old group.

CC 200 - Early Childhood Education I

• understand the different roles and careers of an early childhood professional and how the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct guides our practice;
• understand how the early childhood professional environment helps to meet the social, intellectual, emotional and physical needs of children;
• reflect on how the history and theory of Early Childhood Education guides appropriate practice;
• understand the basics of the daycare regulations;
• evaluate a child care center in the Buffalo area;
• begin to create appropriate materials for young children;
• reflect on readings and discussions related to early childhood issues;
• understand the importance of literacy in the early childhood years;
• develop professional communication skills necessary in oral report and writing; and
• understand the basic philosophy of appropriate guidance techniques.

CC 201 - Early Childhood Lab I

• develop a beginning understanding of typical child development;
• understand and demonstrate how to observe and record children’s needs and behaviors;
• assess their interest in and commitment to the field of early childhood education;
• become familiar with high quality early childhood curriculum and activities;
• begin to understand the self evaluation process; and
• demonstrate an emerging level of competence in all areas of the classroom.

 

Concurrent Registration: CC 200
F/S (C)

CC 202 - Early Childhood Education II

• understand the underlying concepts of early childhood;
• understand how to apply developmental terms to a lesson plan;
• understand the principles of NAEYC’s developmentally appropriate practice;
• understand prenatal development and child development from birth through age 8;
• become familiar with the needs of children with special needs;
• understand how to match appropriate guidance techniques to a child’s age and stage of development;
• become familiar with appropriate environments for young children;
• become familiar with specific early childhood programs (eg Waldorf, Reggio Emilia Montessori) within the community;
• increase their understanding of the theorists perspectives on early childhood development and their impact on current early childhood practices;
• begin to form a personal philosophy of early childhood education; and
• understand and demonstrate how to research a current issue in early childhood.

CC 203 - Early Childhood Lab II

• become more familiar with the developmental needs of children;
• become more aware of their own needs as teachers/caregivers in training;
• understand and demonstrate appropriate planning of activities for children;
• understand and demonstrate how to execute appropriate activities for children;
• demonstrate competence in all areas of the classroom; and
• continue to understand and demonstrate how to observe and record children’s needs and behaviors.

CC 204 - Early Childhood Education III

• understand the importance of teacher/family partnerships;
• understand the diversity of today’s families and their needs;
• demonstrate effective methods of communicating with families;
• understand his/her own role in establishing and maintaining relationships with children’s families;
• become familiar with programs within the Buffalo community who have exceptional school/family partnerships;
• understand his/her own biases and how to effectively address biases with children and families;
• become familiar with current issues in early childhood with a focus on how to present those issues to families; and
• relate NAEYC’s code of ethics, core values, and principles of DAP to working with the families of children.

CC 205 - Early Childhood Lab III

• demonstrate an understanding of development of children, especially when planning activities for them;
• become more autonomous and self reflective of his/her own needs as a teacher/caregiver;
• understand and demonstrate appropriate planning of complete lessons;
• understand and demonstrate how to execute complete lessons;
• demonstrate further competence in all areas of the classroom;
• demonstrate ability to work as team member with the cooperating teachers; and
• demonstrate deeper understanding of how to observe, record, and evaluate children’s behavior.

CC 206 - Student Teaching & Seminar

• demonstrate competency in all Early Childhood classroom routines and guidance techniques;
• plan, write, organize, implement, complete appropriate activities for young children. Students are encouraged to implement emergent curriculum wherever possible;
• reflect, evaluate and assess good Early Childhood practice;
• reflect, evaluate and assess their strengths and weaknesses;
• demonstrate competency in observing children and writing objective observations in the classroom and assess children based on these observations;
• demonstrate the interconnectedness of the Early Childhood theory they have learned and appropriate child-centered learning through the creation, implementation and seminar presentation of a capstone project; and
• demonstrate an understanding of professionalism through manner, interpersonal communication skills, formatting a professional portfolio and seeking professional development opportunities.

CC 250 - Curriculum Planning for Children

• develop the skills necessary to plan, write, and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum based on current theory and research;
• reflect, evaluate and assess good Early Childhood practice;
• demonstrate an understanding of NAEYC curriculum standards;
• understand the significance of providing a strong social/emotional environment/curriculum;
• demonstrate an ability to create a variety of effective teacher made materials;
• demonstrate effective interpersonal communication skills by working in small groups and presenting teacher made materials;
• reflect upon the importance of implementing an integrated, emergent curriculum;
• plan and implement effective early childhood guidance techniques;
• understand the importance of infusing literacy throughout the early childhood curriculum;
• become familiar with various early childhood programs within the Buffalo community; and
• compile a curriculum portfolio which reflects developmentally appropriate materials and activities for young children.

CC 260 - Creative Art Experience for Young Children

• understand the developmental stages of the creative arts as they relate to children birth through age 8;
• have participated in a variety of creative arts experiences;
• to be able to plan appropriate creative art experiences for children;
• become familiar with research relevant to the creative arts; and
• broadened his/her familiarity with a wide diversity of worldwide masters in the creative arts.

EC 100 - Introduction to Economics

Fulfills SUNY General Education – Social Sciences.

Course Outcomes
On completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• understand the practical applications of economic principles and reasoning;
• understand the role of labor and government;
• understand the impact of the global market;
• describe the benefits of competition; and
• understand the role of financial institutions.

EC 101 - Consumer Economics

Fulfills SUNY General Education – Social Sciences.

Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:

• develop an awareness of their economic role as a consumer and an appreciation of the importance of that role both to themselves and to our economy;
• develop attitudes and knowledge and practices which will enable them to become more effective buyers and sellers in the marketplace;
• understand the basic economic and financial tools necessary to help them analyze and interpret various consumer economic problems both for the individual and for society as a whole; and
• understand the tools of personal financial management so that they can have better control of their economic environment.

EC 102 - Macroeconomics

Fulfills SUNY General Education – Social Sciences.

Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course students will be able to:

• understand and explain the Economic Way of Thinking;
• recognize and explain why and how economics is integrated into nearly every aspect of their lives;
• recognize and understand the importance of fiscal and monetary policy decisions in individuals and communities;
• recognize the significance of interdependency and why events in other countries can have an immediate and sometimes significant impact;
• understand and explain the causes and consequences of unemployment and inflation;
• recognize the importance of advances in technology, improved productivity, and investment in human capital as significant factors in economic growth and development;
• understand the nature of a free enterprise, market-based economy and why it may lead to the most efficient way to allocate scarce resources;
• explain the role and importance of government and how and why government at times may need to get involved with the working of the economy; and
• understand the role and significance of the Federal Reserve System and explain how difficult some of the monetary objectives are in this highly complex and interdependent global economy.

EC 103 - Microeconomics

Fulfills SUNY General Education – Social Sciences.

Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will demonstrate an understanding of:

• supply and demand principles;
• the elasticity of demand and supply;
• consumer choice in a market economy;
• cost and producer choices;
• profit maximization;
• the four market structures;
• government regulations;
• positive and negative externalities;
• resource markets;
• competitive labor markets;
• the land market and natural resources;
• aging, social security, and health care; and
• income distribution, poverty, and government policy.

EC 104 - Industrial Relations

• identify basic elements of labor economics;
• use graphs to demonstrate various aspects of labor economics (such as the minimum wage price floor);
• explain basic elements of labor history and the history of technology;
• identify and explain discriminatory practices in the workplace;
• explain the collective bargaining process;
• explain major topics in employment law, such as ADA compliance and drug testing;
• demonstrate conflict resolution techniques; and
• explain the legal framework of labor bodies like the NLRB, PERB, SLRB, AFL-CIO etc.
   

EC 201 - Money and Banking

Fulfills SUNY General Education – Social Sciences.

Course Outcomes
On completion of this course students will be able to:

• demonstrate an understanding of the role of money and banks in the broader economy;
• analyze the importance of financial markets, financial institutions, central banking, and monetary theory;
• describe the effects of monetary policy on interest rates; and
• understand how central banks manage an economy’s money in concert with the banking system.

EL 101 - Residential Wiring

• perform residential wiring in accordance with the NEC code;
• be able to perform calculations on branch circuit and service entrance requirement;
• know how to practice electrical safety on the job;
• know how to select the proper wiring method, cable, outlets and fixtures; and
• interpret and generate electrical wiring plans.

EL 102 - Introduction to Photovoltaic Systems

• apply theoretical concepts as they apply to photovoltaic circuits;
• demonstrate mastery of electrical PV terminology, symbols and units;
• identify basic components and determine their function in various PV systems;
• explain the effects of photovoltaic systems on the society;
• reinforce theoretical concepts by applying them to actual circuits;
• construct and troubleshoot photovoltaic circuits including solar modules, charge controllers, inverters, batteries;
• apply safety procedures necessary for PV systems; and
• write a well-organized report of experimental results.

 

S (N)

EL 110 - Electricity I

• understand theoretical concepts as they apply to electrical circuits;
• understand and correctly use electrical terminology, symbols and units;
• identify basic components and determine their function in various types of circuits;
• apply electrical theory and concepts to determine the circuital values of voltage, current and power;
• employ a systematic and methodical approach to mathematically solving circuital problems; and
• identify and use appropriate technical literature for the research assignment.

EL 111 - Lab for EL 110

• apply theoretical concepts to practical electrical circuits;
• display a working knowledge of electrical symbols by constructing a circuit from a schematic;
• select the proper instruments to measure voltage, current and power;
• determine the proper placement of meters in a working circuit;
• identify basic components and determine their function in a circuit;
• employ a systematic and methodical approach to analyzing and solving circuital problems; and
• write a neat, concise report, submitted on time with an attitude of quality performance and improvement.

 

Corequisites: EL 110
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EL 113 - Computer Aided Design

• perform basic CAD drawing commands and operations required to produce mechanical drawings and basic electronic circuit diagrams and detailed components;
• use libraries of parts to generate a drawing; and
• draw two dimensional and isometric views using a CAD station.

EL 123 - Electronic Circuit Simulation

• use circuit simulation software to analyze the behavior of a variety of circuits;
• describe the limitations of device models; and
• apply Monte Carlo analysis to determine circuit behavior with real world component tolerances.

EL 130 - Electrical Principles I

• demonstrate an understanding of theoretical concepts as they apply to electrical circuits;
• demonstrate an understanding of electrical terminology, symbols and units;
• identify basic components and determine their function in various types of circuits;
• apply electrical theory and concepts to determine the circuital values of voltage, current and power; and
• employ a systematic and methodical approach to mathematically solving circuital problems.

 

Corequisites: EL 131, MT 121
F (N)

EL 131 - Lab for EL 130

• apply theoretical concepts to practical electrical circuits;
• display a working knowledge of electrical symbols by constructing a circuit from a schematic;
• select the proper instruments to measure voltage, current and power;
• demonstrate an understanding of the limitations and loading effects of various meters, determine the proper placement of these meters in a working circuit;
• identify basic components and determine their function in a circuit;
• employ a systematic and methodical approach to analyzing and solving circuital problems;
• format data into tables and graphs using manual and computer techniques; and
• write a neat, concise report, submitted on time with an attitude of quality performance and improvement.

EL 150 - Electricity II

• describe the difference between DC and AC as they apply to electrical circuits with passive components;
• apply AC phasor and vector theory to combinational series-parallel RLC circuit and determine the voltages, currents, impedance, phase angle, apparent power, true power, reactive power, and power factor improvement;
• calculate the circuital values for series, parallel and series/parallel resonant circuits;
• correctly apply electrical subscripting, symbols and units to polyphase systems;
• explain basic transformer operation, list the general uses of a transformer, and apply AC theory to determine the primary and secondary values of voltage, current, power, and impedance; and
• employ a systematic and methodical approach to mathematically solving circuital problems.

EL 153 - Electronic Fabrication

• use tools for electromechanical fabrication;
• demonstrate soldering and desoldering techniques for through-hole and SMT components;
• demonstrate wiring techniques,  including power wiring in accordance with NEC; and 
• identify components, and  perform and verify assemblies.

EL 154 - Electronics I

• describe the characteristics of silicon and germanium diodes;
• identify the operating conditions of diodes and their functions in simple DC circuits;
• explain the functional blocks of a basic power supply;
• analyze, design and select components for a basic power supply: half-wave or full-wave rectifier, simple capacitor filtering and a Zener regulator;
• identify and describe the characteristics of the three BJT amplifier configurations;
• analyze the DC load line and Q point that describes the various biasing arrangements that are used with the three BJT configurations;
• identify and describe the characteristics of the FET amplifier;
• analyze the DC load line and Q paint that describes the various FET biasing arrangements; and
• identify and use appropriate technical literature for a research project.

 

Prerequisites: EL 110
Corequisites: EL 150
F (N)

EL 155 - Lab for EL 154

• understand and use an oscilloscope to observe and measure electronic voltages and signals;
• use test equipment to analyze the operation of electronic components;
• identify various electronic devices in a circuit and determine their operational function in the circuit;
• analyze and explain the operation of rectifiers, regulators and filters in a power supply;
• breadboard an amplifier, measure and determine the circuit operating point, voltage gain and phase angle;
• analyze simple transistor circuits operation, particularly small amplifiers; and
• write a well-organized and comprehensive report of the experimental results.

EL 156 - Computer Logic

• perform calculations and base conversions in the binary, decimal and hexadecimal number system;
• relate logic diagrams to Boolean expressions, truth tables and state tables;
• analyze combinational and sequential logic circuits;
• identify and explain the behavior of combinational circuits including encoders, decoders, arithmetic circuits, multiplexers and demultiplexers;
• identify and explain the behavior of sequential circuits including latches, flip-flops, registers and counters; and
• identify and use appropriate technical literature for the research assignment.