DA5. 502 Basic Science For Dentistry

This course will provide a generalized overview of basic science as it relates to normal anatomy and physiology of the body and associated structures. Basic principles and terminology will be used to assist the student with the more detailed studies of oral anatomy/pathology. Focus will be on location, structure and function of the body with more integrated detail in landmarks, anatomy and physiology of the head and neck area. Required: Acceptance to the Dental Assistant program.

Credits

2

Offered

Offered Fall only

Notes

Career Technical Education (CTE) Course

Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
Identify and define the basic principle of the body systems. Interpret and summarize the anatomy and physiology of the head and neck area in greater detail. Analyze the body systems and examine a failure of the body systems. Pronounce, define, spell, locate and identify terms to describe actual knowledge of the body.