COMPETENCY-BASED CURRICULUM
Sector:
HEALTH, SOCIAL AND OTHER COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
Qualification:
Dental TechnologyNC IV
/ Technical Education and Skills Development Authority
East Service Road, South Superhighway, TaguigCity, Metro Manila

TABLE OF CONTENTS

A.COURSE DESIGN...... 1-12

B.MODULES OF INSTRUCTION

  • Basic Competencies...... 13
  • Receiving and Responding to Workplace Communication...... 14-16
  • Working with Others...... 17-19
  • Demonstrating Work Values...... 20-24
  • Practicing Housekeeping Procedures...... 25-28
  • Participating in workplace communication...... 29-31
  • Working in a team environment...... 32-34
  • Practicing career professionalism...... 35-38
  • Practicing occupational health and safety procedures...... 39-42
  • Utilize specialized communication skills...... 43-47
  • Develop team and individual needs...... 48-53
  • Apply problem solving techniques in the workplace...... 54-61
  • Collect, analyze and organize information...... 62-66
  • Plan and organize work...... 67-71
  • Promote environmental protection...... 72-75
  • Common Competencies...... 76
  • Maintaining instruments and equipment in work area...... 77-81
  • Assisting in dental laboratory procedures...... 82-84
  • Assisting with administration in dental laboratory practice...... 85-91
  • Applying quality standard ...... 92-95
  • Maintaining an effective relationship with clients and customers ...... 96-99
  • Managing own performance ...... 100-103
  • Following occupational health and safety policies in dental laboratory

facilities ...... 104-107

  • Maintaining infection control in dental practice ...... 108-113
  • Operating a personal computer ...... 114-119
  • Core Competencies...... 120
  • Fabricating models...... 121-126
  • Fabricating custom impression trays...... 127-130
  • Fabricatingregistration bite rims...... 131-135
  • Articulating models and transfering records...... 136-139
  • Fabricatingmouthguard...... 140-144
  • Arranging artificial teeth for complete dentures...... 145-148
  • Setting-up and waxing removable partial dentures...... 149-153
  • Waxing, processing and finishing acrylic dentures and appliances...... 154-158
  • Fabricatingthermo-formed bases and appliances...... 159-162
  • Repairing and modifying dentures and appliances...... 163-168
  • Fabricatingoral splints...... 169-171
  • Fabricating orthodontic appliances...... 172-175
  • Fabricating cast metal removable partial denture framework...... 176-180
  • Fabricatingmetal crown and bridge structures...... 181-184
  • Fabricatingceramic restorations...... 185-188
  • Fabricatingindirect composite/ polymer fixed restorations...... 189-192
  • Joining alloy structures...... 193-195
  • Managing dental laboratory production and operation...... 196-200
  • Performing administrative functions...... 201-205
  • Continuing professional growth and development...... 206-209

C.ACKNOWLEDGEMENT...... 210

COURSE DESIGN

COURSE TITLE:DENTAL TECHNOLOGY

NOMINAL DURATION :3499hours + 1056 hours OJT*

QUALIFICATION LEVEL :NC IV

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This course is designed to enhance the knowledge, skills and attitudes of a dental technologist in accordance with industry standards. It covers the fabrication/construction and repair of crowns, bridges, dentures and other dental prosthetics/appliances based on dentist’s prescriptions; management functions in dental laboratory production and operation; performing administrative functions; and career advancement through continuous professional growth and development.

This course is also designed to enhance the basic and common knowledge, skills and attitudes of an individual in the field of dental technology.

To obtain this, all units prescribed for this qualification must be achieved.

This course satisfies the prescribed two (2) year program and six (6) months on-the-job training (OJT) of Republic Act 9484.

Pursuant to the provision of Republic Act (RA) 9484, the Dental Technology NC IV program shall be registered in Unified Training Program Registration and Accreditation System (UTPRAS) to a recognized and legally constituted college, or school of dentistry.

Completion of this two-year course that includes six-month on-the-job-training is required for those applying for the PRC licensure exam.

Dental Technology NC IV maybe offered as accumulation of qualifications in Dental Laboratory Technology Services NC I, Dental Laboratory Technology Services (Removable Dentures/Appliances) NC II and Dental Laboratory Technology Services (Fixed Dentures/Restorations) NC II and the three units of competency for the laboratory management of Dental Technology NC IV provided that all the competency requirements for the abovementioned qualifications are all complied with. Thus trainees may complete the basic, common and core competency requirements for Dental Laboratory Technology Services NC I then proceed to Dental Laboratory Technology Services (Removable Dentures/Appliances) NC II and Dental Laboratory Technology Services (Fixed Dentures/Restorations) NC II and thereafter proceed to Dental Technology NC IV.

*Note:

The six-month OJT is required for all graduates of this course applying for the Dental Technology licensure, as per the provisions of RA 9484. This OJT component is considered separate from the two-year Dental Technology NC IV program, as per the policy set by the Board of Dentistry-PRC.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

Trainees or students should posses the following requirements:

  • Must be physically and mentally fit (specifically on eye and hand coordination);
  • Must possess good moral character; and
  • Must be able to communicate both orally and in written form.

COURSE STRUCTURE:

BASIC COMPETENCIES

128 hours

Unit of
Competency / Module Title / Learning Outcomes / Nominal Duration
  1. Receive and Respond to Workplace Communication
/

1.1 Receiving and Responding to Workplace Communication

/ 1.1.1Follow routine spoken messages
1.1.2Perform workplace duties following written notices /

4 hours

  1. Work with Others
/

2.1 Working with Others

/ 2.1.1Develop effective workplace relationship.
2.1.2Contribute to work group activities. /

4 hours

3. Demonstrate Work Values

/

3.1 Demonstrating Work Values

/ 3.1.1Define the purpose of work
3.1.2Apply work values/ethics
3.1.3Deal with ethical problems
3.1.4Maintain integrity of conduct in the workplace /

4 hours

4. Practice Housekeeping Procedures

/

4.1 Practicing housekeeping procedures

/ 4.1.1Sort and remove unnecessary items
4.1.2Arrange items
4.1.3Maintain work area, tools and equipment
4.1.4Follow standardized work processes and procedures
4.1.5Perform work spontaneously /

6 hours

5.Participate in Workplace Communication

/

5.1Participating in Workplace Communication

/ 5.1.1Obtain and convey workplace information
5.1.2Participate in workplace meetings and discussions
5.1.3Complete relevant work related documents /

4 hours

6.Work in a Team Environment

/

6.1Working in a Team Environment

/ 6.1.1Describe and identify team role and responsibility in a team
6.1.2Describe work as a team member /

4 hours

7.Practice Career Professionalism

/

7.1Practicing Career Professionalism

/ 7.1.1Integrate personal objectives with organizational goals
7.1.2Set and meet work priorities
7.1.3Maintain professional growth and development /

4 hours

8.Practice Occupational Health and Safety Procedures

/

8.1Practicing Occupational Health and Safety Procedures

/ 8.1.1Evaluate hazards and risks
8.1.2Control hazards and risks
8.1.3Maintain occupational health and safety (OHS) awareness / 6 hours

9.Utilize Specialized Communication Skills

/

9.1Utilizing Specialized Communication Skills

/ 9.1.1Apply communication strategies to meet specific needs of internal and external client
9.1.2Represent the organization in internal and external forums
9.1.3Facilitate group discussion
9.1.4Conduct interview /

20 hours

10.Develop Teams and Individuals

/

10.1Developing Teams and Individuals

/ 10.1.1Determine development needs.
10.1.2Foster individual and organizational growth
10.1.3Monitor and evaluate workplace learning
10.1.4Develop team commitment and cooperation
10.1.5Facilitate accomplishment of organizational goals /

20 hours

11.Apply Problem Solving Techniques in the Workplace

/

11.1Identifying Possible Solution

/ 11.1.1Analyze the problem
11.1.2Identify fundamental cause of the problem
11.1.3Determine possible solution /

6 hours

11.2Recommending and Implementing Solution

/ 11.2.1Prepare communication or documentation report
11.2.2Present recommendation to appropriate personnel
11.2.3Implement solution /

6 hours

12Collect, Analyze and Organize Information

/

12.1Collecting, Analyzing and Organizing Information

/ 12.2.1Study information requirements
12.2.2Process data
12.2.3Analyze, interpret and organize information gathered
12.2.4Present findings / recommendations /

10 hours

13Plan and Organize Work

/

13.1Planning and Organizing Work

/ 13.2.1Set work objectives
13.2.2Plan and schedule work activities
13.2.3Implement and monitor plans/activities
13.2.4Review and evaluate work plans and activities /

10 hours

14Promote environmental protection

/

14.1Promoting environmental protection

/ 14.2.1Study guidelines for environmental concerns
14.2.2Implement specific environmental programs
14.2.3Monitor activities on environmental protection/ programs /

20 hours

COMMON COMPETENCIES

75hours

Unit of
Competency / Module Title / Learning Outcomes / Nominal Duration

1.Maintain Instruments and Equipment in Work Area

/

1.1 Maintaining instruments and equipment in work area

/ 1.1.1Prepare to clean dental laboratory instruments and work area
1.1.2Clean and dry dental laboratory instruments /

9 hours

  1. Assist in Dental Laboratory Procedures
/ 2.1 Assisting in dental laboratory procedures /
2.1.1Identify dental laboratory procedures
2.1.2Use dental terminology in communication within the health care setting / 8 hours
  1. Assist with Administration in Dental Laboratory Practice
/ 3.1 Assisting with Administration in Dental Laboratory Practice /
3.1.1Communicate effectively with clients and other persons
3.1.2Respond appropriately to inquiries from clients and visitors
3.1.3Allocate appointments appropriate to client and organization requirements
3.1.4Calculate and record basic financial transactions
3.1.5Handle cash and record financial transactions
3.1.6Maintain client records / 6 hours
  1. Apply Quality Standards
/

4.1Applying Quality Standards

/ 4.1.1Assess quality of received materials
4.1.2Assess own work
4.1.3Engage in quality improvement /

6 hours

5.Maintain an Effective Relationship with Clients and Customers

/

5.1Maintaining an Effective Relationship with Clients and Customers

/ 5.1.1Maintain a clean and hygienic environment
5.1.2Maintain a clean and hygienic environment
5.1.3Meet client/customer requirements
5.1.4Build credibility with customers/clients /

9 hours

Unit of
Competency / Module Title / Learning Outcomes / Nominal Duration

6.Manage own Performance

/

6.1Managing own Performance

/ 6.1.1Plan for completion of own workload
6.1.2Maintain quality performance
6.1.3Build credibility with customers/clients /

9 hours

7.Follow Occupational Health and Safety Policies in Dental Facilities

/

7.1 Following Occupational Health and Safety Policies in Dental Facilities

/ 7.1.1Apply workforce procedures for hazard identification and risk control
7.1.2Utilize and implement strategies as directed to prevent infection in the workplace
7.1.3Work in a safe manner /

6 hours

8.Maintain Infection Control in Dental Practice

/

8.1Maintaining Infection Control in Dental Practice

/ 8.1.1Monitor and maintain the cleanliness of the dental laboratory rooms
8.1.2Clean and maintain dental instruments and equipment
8.1.3Maintain hygiene and personal protection
8.1.4Dispose of dental laboratory waste safely
8.1.5Disinfect and clean impressions /

12 hours

  1. Operate a Personal Computer
/ 9.1Operating a Personal Computer / 9.1.1.Start and Shutdown the computer
9.1.2.Arrange and customize desktop/windows setting
9.1.3.Work with files and folders (or directories)
9.1.4.Work with user application programs
9.1.5.Print information / 10 hours

CORE COMPETENCIES

3,296 hours

Unit of
Competency / Module Title / Learning Outcomes / Nominal Duration
1.FabricateModels / 1.1Fabricating Models / 1.1.1Verify integrity of impressions
1.1.2Select and prepare model materials
1.1.3Pour impressions
1.1.4Finish model
1.1.5Duplicate model / 200 hours
2.Fabricate Custom Impression Trays / 2.1Fabricating Custom Impression Trays / 2.2.1Prepare model
2.2.2Select and prepare materials
2.2.3Fabricate custom impression trays / 198 hours
3.Fabricate Registration Bite Rims / 3.1Fabricating Registration Bite Rims / 3.1.1Select and prepare materials
3.1.2Fabricate base
3.1.3Fabricate registration bit rims
3.1.4Prepare face-bow (if required) / 200hours
4. Articulate Models and Transfer Records / 4.1Articulating Models and TransferingRecords / 4.1.1Select and prepare articulator
4.1.2Select and prepare materials
4.1.3Transfer oral records to articulator / 156 hours
5.Fabricate Mouthguard / 5.1Fabricating Mouthguard / 5.1.1Prepare model for procedure
5.1.2Check the dental mouthguard prior to insertion
5.1.3Fit and evaluate the mouthguard
5.1.4Alter mouthguard if required / 176 hours
6.ArrangeArtificial Teeth for Complete Dentures / 6.1ArrangingArtificial Teeth for Complete Dentures / 6.1.1Prepare case for setting of teeth
6.1.2Arrange artificial teeth
6.1.3Wax up denture for try-in /

120 hours

7.Set-up and Wax Removable Partial Dentures

/

7.1Setting-up and WaxingRemovable Partial Dentures

/ 7.1.1Design acrylic removable partial denture
7.1.2Select and prepare materials
7.1.3Arrange artificial teeth
7.1.4Fabricate retainer units Arrange artificial teeth / 300hours

8.Wax, Process and Finish Acrylic Dentures and Appliances

/ 8.1Waxing, Processing and FinishingAcrylic Dentures and Appliances / 8.1.1Wax case for finish consistent with work order
8.1.2Select and prepare materials and processing
8.1.3Process denture or appliance
8.1.4Grind dentures and appliances selectively /

120 hours

9.Fabricate Thermo-formed Bases and Appliances

/ 9.1Fabricating Thermo-Formed Bases and Appliances / 9.1.1Prepare model
9.1.2Thermo-form appliance or base
9.1.3Trim, shape and finish / 82 hours

10.Repair and Modify Dentures and Appliances

/ 10.1Repairing and Modifying Dentures and Appliances / 10.1.1Prepare model
10.1.2Repair denture or appliance
10.1.3Modify denture or appliance
10.1.4Trim, shape and finish denture or appliance / 80 hours

11.Fabricate Oral Splints

/ 11.1Fabricating Oral Splints / 11.1.1Fabricate splint
11.1.2Trim, shape and finish / 80 hours

12.Fabricate Orthodontic Appliances

/ 12.1Fabricating Orthodontic Appliances / 12.1.1Select or fabricate and assemble components and materials
12.1.2Fabricate orthodontic appliance
12.1.3Finish orthodontic appliance / 300 hours

13.Fabricate Cast Metal Removable Partial Denture Framework

/ 13.1Fabricating Cast Metal Removable Partial Denture Framework / 13.1.1Prepare master model
13.1.2Fabricate refractory model
13.1.3Wax and invest removable partial denture framework
13.1.4Burn out, cast and finish removable partial denture framework / 300 hours

14.Fabricate Metal Crown and Bridge Structures

/ 14.1Fabricating Metal Crown and Bridge Structures / 14.1.1Prepare sectionalized models
14.1.2Wax and invest fixed partial dentures and structures
14.1.3Burn-out cast and finish alloy fixed partial dentures and structures /

200 hours

15.Fabricate Ceramic Restorations

/ 15.1Fabricating Ceramic Restorations / 15.1.1Prepare sub-structures
15.1.2Select and apply ceramics
15.1.3Trim, shape and finish /

300 hours

16.Fabricate Indirect Composite/ Polymer Fixed Restorations

/

16.1Fabricating Indirect Composite/ Polymer Fixed Restorations

/ 16.1.1Prepare model
16.1.2Fabricate restoration
16.1.3Trim, shape and finish / 154 hours

17.Join Alloy Structures

/

17.1Joining Alloy Structures

/ 17.1.1Solder components
17.1.2Weld components /

90 hours

18.Manage Dental Laboratory Production and Operation

/

18.1Managing Dental Laboratory Production and Operation

/ 18.1.1Supervise laboratory technician
18.1.2Manage dental laboratory maintenance program
18.1.3Manage dental laboratory facilities and space requirements
18.1.4Comply with dental ethics and jurisprudence / 150hours

19.Perform Administrative Functions

/

19.1Performing Administrative Functions

/ 19.1.1Analyze market
19.1.2Plan dental product ranges
19.1.3Market dental products and services
19.1.4Regulate dental quality control / 60hours

20.Continue Professional Growth and Development

/

20.1Continuing Professional Growth and Development

/ 20.1.1Update dental laboratory skills and technologies
20.1.2Improve professional practices
20.1.3Establish basis for career advancement / 30 hours
OJT: / 1,056

Refer to OJT Guidelines at Section 3 of the Training Standard.
RESOURCES:

TOOLS / EQUIPMENT / SUPPLIES and MATERIALS
Alcohol Lamp / Air Compressor (2 Hp) / Abrasive (assorted)
Alcohol Torch / Air Turbine / Acrylic Resin
Base Former (upper, lower / Articulator, Non-Adjustable / Adhesives
quadrant) / Articulator, Semi-Adjustable / Alcohol
Bunsen Burner / Articulator, Fully Adjustable / Articulating Paper
Caliper / Bunsen Burner / Acrylic Products (assorted)
Carbide Burs / Boil-out unit / Aluminum Oxide
Chisel / Casting Machine/Burn-out / Artificial teeth
Castiing Rings / oven & Accessories / Artist Brush / Brushes
Ceramic Hand Instruments / Casting Torch / (assorted)
Denture/Bantam Flask / Cast Trimmer / Bonding Agent
Die Saw / Cleaning Unit / Cement Spatula
Die Opening Burs / Electroplater / Ceramic Powders and Paste (assorted)
Duplicating Flask / High Speed Grinder / Composite Resin
Flask carrier / Hydraulic/Bench Presser / Contact Markers
Glass Slab / *Injection Moulding Machine / Cutting Discs
Graduated Cylinder / / Flexibles and accessories / Dental Lab Waxes (assorted)
Guide or Template / Lathe Machine / Debubblelizer
Hemostat / Light Curing Machine and / Die Hardener / Conditioner
Laboratory Scissors / accessories / (120 ml.)
Magnifiers / Micro Motor / Die Spacer
Mandrel / Pin Drilling Machine / Die Separator
Ortho Pliers (assorted) / Pinblaster / Disinfecting Solution
Plaster Cutters / Porcelain Furnace / Duplicating Materials
Plaster Knife / Pressure Pot and accessories / (assorted)
Safety Accessories / Sandblaster and accessories / Duplicating Gel
Scalpel / Soldering Torch / Duplicating Tray
Shade Guide / Steamer / Electro Plating Solution
Sprue Base / Surveyor / Gloves
Waxing Instrument Set / / Ultrasonic / Goggles
(assorted) / Vacuum Forming Machine / Gypsum Products
and Accessories / (type 1,2,3,4)
Vacuum Mixer / Investment materials
Vibrator / Impression Tray or
Wax Pot / Stock Tray
Weighing Scale / Laboratory Gown
Laboratory Gases
Lab Pans
Lead Free Pencil
Light Cure Materials
LPG
Masks
Metal Alloy
(non-precious/precious)
* Optional
TOOLS / EQUIPMENT / SUPPLIES and MATERIALS
Mixing Bowl
Mouthguard Material
Nickel chrome/Chrome
cobaltalloy
Orthodontic wire
Oxygen
Pins with Sleeves
Plaster Spatula
Polishing Paste and
compound (assorted)
Polishing Materials (assorted)
Pontic
Pumice
Separating Medium
Soldering Materials
Thermoplastic Materials
Wax(assorted)

ASSESSMENT METHODS:

  • Written examination
  • Demonstration of practical skills
  • Direct observation
  • Interview

COURSE DELIVERY:

  • Modular
  • Demonstration
  • Lecture
  • Discussion
  • Dual training
  • Distance learning
  • OJT

TRAINERS QUALIFICATIONS – HEALTH SERVICES SECTOR

DENTAL TECHNOLOGY – NC IV

TRAINER QUALIFICATION

Technical

  • Must be a licensed Dentist with experience in managing dental laboratoryorlicensed Dental Technologist
  • Must have completed Trainer’s Methodology Course
  • Must be a holder of Dental Laboratory Technology Services NC I; Dental Laboratory Technology Services NC II (Fixed Dentures/Restorations) and Dental Laboratory Technology Services (RemovableDentures/Appliances)

Non-Technical

  • Must have 18 units in Education

CBC- Dental TechnologyNC IV-1

MODULES OF INSTRUCTION

BASIC COMPETENCIES

UNIT OF COMPETENCY:RECEIVE AND RESPOND TO WORKPLACE COMMUNICATIONS

MODULE TITLE:RECEVING AND RESPONDING TO WORKPLACE COMMUNICATIONS

MODULE DESCRIPTOR: This module covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes required to receive, respond and act on oral and written communication.

NOMINAL DURATION:4 hours

QUALIFICATION LEVEL:NC I

SUMMARY OF LEARNING OUTCOMES:

Upon completion of this module, the students/trainees must be able to:

LO1.Follow routinary speaking and messages

LO2.Perform workplace duties following written notices

LO1.FOLLOW ROUTINE SPOKEN MESSAGES

ASSESMENT CRITERIA:

  1. Speaking in a workplace is well explained and understood.
  2. Instructions are acted upon in accordance with information received and organizational guidelines.
  3. Clarification is sought from workplace supervisor on all occasions when any instructions/procedure is not understood.

CONTENTS:

  • Organizational policies and guidelines
  • Work practices in handling communications
  • Communication processes
  • Receiving and clarifying communications, messages and information.
  • Recording messages and information

CONDITION:

The students/trainees must be provided with the following:

  • Dictionary
  • References (books)
  • Writing materials
  • Manuals
  • Journals/articles
  • Printed materials
  • Electronic mail
  • Briefing notes

METHODOLOGIES:

  • Lecture
  • Group discussion
  • Demonstration
  • Modular

ASSESSMENT METHODS:

  • Written
  • Practical

LO2.PERFORM WORKPLACE DUTIES FOLLOWING WRITTEN NOTICES

ASSESMENT CRITERIA:

  1. Written notices and instructions are read and interpreted correctly
  2. Routine written instructions /procedures are followed in sequence
  3. Clarification is sought from workplace supervisor on all occasions when any instruction /procedure is not understood.

CONTENTS:

  • Knowledge of organizational policies/guidelines in regard to processing internal/external information.
  • Work practices in handling communications
  • Communication processes
  • Receiving and clarifying communications, messages and information.
  • Recording messages

CONDITION:

The students/trainees must be provided with the following:

  • Written policy/procedures
  • Information and documentation procedures
  • Memos
  • Manuals
  • Journals/articles
  • Printed materials
  • Electronic mail
  • Briefing notes
  • General correspondence

METHODOLOGIES:

  • Lecture
  • Group discussion
  • Demonstration
  • Modular

ASSESSMENT METHODS:

  • Written
  • Practical

UNIT OF COMPETENCY:WORK WITH OTHERS

MODULE TITLE:WORKING WITH OTHERS

MODULE DESCRIPTOR: This module covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes required in a group environment. It deals with developing effective workplace relationship.

NOMINAL DURATION:4 hours

QUALIFICATION LEVEL:NC I

SUMMARY OF LEARNING OUTCOMES:

Upon completion of this module, the students/trainees will be able to:

LO1.Develop effective workplace relationship.

LO2.Contribute to work group activities.

LO1.DEVELOP EFFECTIVE WORKPLACE RELATIONSHIP

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:

  1. Duties and responsibilities are done in a positive manner to promote cooperation and good relationship.
  2. Assistance is sought from work group when difficulties arise and addressed through discussions.
  3. Feedback provided by others in the team is encouraged, acknowledged and acted upon.
  4. Difference in personal values and beliefs are respected and their values acknowledged in the development.

CONTENTS: