DENTL 103 - Infection Prevention and Control

2.0 Credits
Infection control and proper sterilization procedures in the dental office. Students will apply the principles and techniques of disinfection, instrument processing, and sterilization.
Prerequisite n/a
Corequisite n/a

Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Explain the concepts of how microorganisms cause diseases including types and stages of infections and the function of the immune system in relation to breaking the chain of disease transmission.
Describe the rationale for performing infection control procedures utilized to interfere with the mode of transmission of microbial spread in the dental office.
Explain the components of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration Bloodborne Pathogen Standard as it relates to infection control protocols in dentistry.
Explain and demonstrate the principles and techniques of disinfection and instrument processing and sterilization according to specified guidelines.
Demonstrate proper handling of chemical and biohazardous waste in the dental setting.

Course Typically Offered
Fall