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Construct removable acrylic partial dentures
Construct removable acrylic partial dentures
Unit of competency
National Code
HLTDT508C
HLTDT508C
State Code
D8186
D8186
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
27/07/2012
Field of Education
060705 - Dental Technology
Original Release Date
27/07/2012
Nominal Hours
30
Description
DescriptorThis unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to construct removable acrylic partial denturesAll procedures are carried out in accordance with occupational health and safety policies and procedures, current infection control guidelines, Australian and New Zealand Standards, State/Territory legislative requirements and organisation policy
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Design acrylic removable partial denture
- 1.1 Confirm the survey of the model carried out by the operator
- 1.2 Confirm design and transfer to master model
- 1.3 Block-out undesirable undercuts
- 1.4 Scribe food lines
- 1.5 Duplicate master cast to create a working model
2. Select and prepare materials
- 2.1 Select materials according to laboratory prescription
- 2.2 Establish shape and dimension of component parts from design
3. Arrange artificial teeth
- 3.1 Select teeth and position in wax to establish aesthetics and function
- 3.2 Contour wax so that dentures are suitable for try-in
- 3.3 Decontaminate according to infection control guidelines and place in a suitable container for dispatch
4. Construct retainer units
- 4.1 Construct components as required
- 4.2 Join components as required
- 4.3 Secure teeth and components in wax
- 4.4 Contour facial and lingual aspects
- 4.5 Secure appliance for processing
5. Select and prepare materials and processing technique
- 5.1 Identify the appropriate polymer system for case
- 5.2 Identify the appropriate investment technique
- 5.3 Identify the appropriate processing cycle
- 5.4 Select polymeric material to construct the prosthesis
- 5.5 Prepare system components in accordance with manufacturer's instructions
- 5.6 Allow materials to reach application stage
6. Process denture or appliance
- 6.1 Apply appropriate investment techniques
- 6.2 Apply material to mould
- 6.3 Process the polymeric material for the correct length of time at the correct temperature
- 6.4 Devest model and remove any processing irregularities and sharp edges before fitting onto master casts
- 6.5 Confirm accuracy of retainer units
RANGE STATEMENT
The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.
Component partsmay include:
Connectors
Direct retainers
Occlusal rests and similar components
Saddles
The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.
Component partsmay include:
Connectors
Direct retainers
Occlusal rests and similar components
Saddles
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate this competency unit:
The individual being assessed must provide evidence of specified essential knowledge as well as skills
Assessment should replicate workplace conditions as far as possible
Consistency of performance should be demonstrated over the required range of workplace situations
Context of and specific resources for assessment:
Assessment should replicate workplace conditions as far as possible
Where, for reasons of safety, access to equipment and resources and space, assessment takes place away from the workplace, simulations should be used to represent workplace conditions as closely as possible
Method of assessment
It is necessary to assess evidence of required knowledge. This may be provided by:
verbal questioning at the time of demonstration of required
traditional or online (computer-based) assessment
written assignments/projects
Case study and scenario as a basis for discussion of issues and strategies to contribute to best practice
Staff and/or client feedback
Supporting statement of supervisor
Authenticated evidence of relevant work experience and/or formal/informal learning
Role play/simulation
Access and equity considerations:
All workers in the health industry should be aware of access and equity issues in relation to their own area of work
All workers should develop their ability to work in a culturally diverse environment
In recognition of particular health issues facing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, workers should be aware of cultural, historical and current issues impacting on health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
Assessors and trainers must take into account relevant access and equity issues, in particular relating to factors impacting on health of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and communities
Related units:
This unit may be assessed with other units which make up a job role
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate this competency unit:
The individual being assessed must provide evidence of specified essential knowledge as well as skills
Assessment should replicate workplace conditions as far as possible
Consistency of performance should be demonstrated over the required range of workplace situations
Context of and specific resources for assessment:
Assessment should replicate workplace conditions as far as possible
Where, for reasons of safety, access to equipment and resources and space, assessment takes place away from the workplace, simulations should be used to represent workplace conditions as closely as possible
Method of assessment
It is necessary to assess evidence of required knowledge. This may be provided by:
verbal questioning at the time of demonstration of required
traditional or online (computer-based) assessment
written assignments/projects
Case study and scenario as a basis for discussion of issues and strategies to contribute to best practice
Staff and/or client feedback
Supporting statement of supervisor
Authenticated evidence of relevant work experience and/or formal/informal learning
Role play/simulation
Access and equity considerations:
All workers in the health industry should be aware of access and equity issues in relation to their own area of work
All workers should develop their ability to work in a culturally diverse environment
In recognition of particular health issues facing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, workers should be aware of cultural, historical and current issues impacting on health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
Assessors and trainers must take into account relevant access and equity issues, in particular relating to factors impacting on health of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and communities
Related units:
This unit may be assessed with other units which make up a job role
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C9192 | HLTDT508B | Construct removable acrylic partial dentures | Unit of competency |
| C5004 | HLTDT8A | Set up and wax removable partial dentures | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWA25 | HLTDET007 | Construct removable acrylic partial dentures | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J102 | HLT50512 | Diploma of Dental Technology | Qualification |
| D089 | HLT50507 | Diploma of Dental Technology | Qualification |