- Lecture/Laboratory
- Group discussion/Seminar
- Guest Lecturers
- Audio-visual materials
- Rationale for basic microbiological concepts
- Ethical responsibilities
- Responsibilities to patients
- Responsibilities to co-workers/health care providers
- Basic microbiological concepts
- Microbiology
- Pathogens
- Bacteria
- Viruses
- Fungi
- Disease transmission/prevention
- Cross-contamination
- Immune system
- Body defense systems
- Infection Control
- Infection control guidelines/protocols
- Universal precautions
- Classification of instruments, equipment and surfaces
- Chain of asepsis
- Protective barrier techniques
- Hand washing
- Sterilization
- Chemical disinfection
- Treatment room cleaning and disinfection
- Instrument recirculation
- Special considerations
- Waste management
The learning outcomes are based on the Curriculum Guide 2001 Education of Certified Dental Assistants in British Columbia developed for the Ministry of Advanced Education, Training and Technology and the Centre for Curriculum, Transfer and Technology, February 2001.
Upon successful completion of CHDA 1108 the student will be able to:
- discuss infection control principles as related to dentistry.
- discuss basic microbiological concepts, modes and routes of disease transmission, cross-contamination and the body’s defense mechanisms in relationship to the problems of dental infectious diseases.
- describe methods, principles, and procedures for effective infection control as established by recognized standards.
Course evaluation is based on course objectives, and is consistent with Douglas College Evaluation Policies. An evaluation schedule is presented to the students at the beginning of the course.
A minimum mark of 65% is required to be successful in the course.
Outlines of evaluation may be subject to change.
A list of required and optional textbooks and materials is provided for students at the beginning of each semester.