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Articulate models and transfer records

Articulate models and transfer records

Unit of competency
National Code
HLTDET004
State Code
AWA28
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
08/12/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
22/06/2016
Field of Education
060705 - Dental Technology
Original Release Date
22/06/2016
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to transfer oral records and mount models on an articulator.This unit applies to work in dental technology.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand Standards and industry codes of practice.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Select and prepare the articulator
  • 1.1 Apply standard precautions when receiving, handling and working on dental materials
  • 1.2 Decontaminate occlusal registration rims according to infection control guidelines
  • 1.3 Confirm requirements of work order
  • 1.4 Select and adjust articulator in accordance with work order
  • 1.5 Ensure all adjustable settings of the articulator are set to their neutral or zero settings
  • 1.6 Identify the mounting method to be used
2. Select and prepare materials
  • 2.1 Position models and oral records in articulator for a range of prosthetic appliances
  • 2.2 Prepare mounting materials and apply to models
  • 2.3 Establish and secure centric records
  • 2.4 Remove excess material and smooth to produce a neat finish
  • 2.5 Clean equipment
3. Transfer oral records to articulator
  • 3.1 Transpose records as provided
  • 3.2 Record midline
  • 3.3 Set and record vertical height
  • 3.4 Set the condylar angles to the work order given
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WD460 HLTDT304D Articulate models and transfer records Unit of competency