Unit of competency Outline
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Construct fixed restorations
Construct fixed restorations
Unit of competency
National Code
HLTDT513C
HLTDT513C
State Code
D8191
D8191
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
90
Description
DescriptorThis unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to construct fixed restorations and fixed 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. Prepare sub-structures
- 1.1 Read and interpret the prescription
- 1.2 Assess substructure for accuracy and appropriateness
- 1.3 Form the appropriate substructure if specified to standard guidelines
- 1.4 Prepare the bonding surface of the substructure if required for porcelain build up in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions
2. Select and apply ceramics
- 2.1 Select and apply ceramics appropriate to the procedure and the prescription
- 2.2 Processthe restoration in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions
3. Trim, shape and finish ceramic restorations
- 3.1 Trim the ceramic restoration to required anatomical shape
- 3.2 Finish the ceramic restoration to meet clinically accepted standards
- 3.3 Evaluate the quality of the finished restoration
- 3.4 Decontaminate the ceramic restoration according to infection control guidelines
- 3.5 Dry the ceramic restoration, place on model and place in a sealed container for dispatch
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. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.
Substructure materials may include:
Composite
Ceramic
Castable ceramic
Acrylic
Metal
platinum foil
Metal
precious
semi-precious
non-precious
Ceramic restoration may include:
Ceramic fused to precious metal/alloy
Ceramic fused to semi-precious metal/alloy
Ceramic fused to non-precious metal/alloy
All ceramic restorations:
crowns
veneers
inlays
onlays
Process of restorations may include:
Ceramic metal bonding
Polymeric curing
Pressing
CAD/CAM
Appropriate finish of the restoration may include but is not limited to:
Checking that the:
shade of the ceramic matches the prescription requirements
fit of the restoration is accurate
restoration is of an appropriate anatomical form, shape and surface finish
restoration is smooth and free of faults
restoration provides the correct occlusion and articulation
proximal contact areas are in contact with the contact points of the adjacent teeth
The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.
Substructure materials may include:
Composite
Ceramic
Castable ceramic
Acrylic
Metal
platinum foil
Metal
precious
semi-precious
non-precious
Ceramic restoration may include:
Ceramic fused to precious metal/alloy
Ceramic fused to semi-precious metal/alloy
Ceramic fused to non-precious metal/alloy
All ceramic restorations:
crowns
veneers
inlays
onlays
Process of restorations may include:
Ceramic metal bonding
Polymeric curing
Pressing
CAD/CAM
Appropriate finish of the restoration may include but is not limited to:
Checking that the:
shade of the ceramic matches the prescription requirements
fit of the restoration is accurate
restoration is of an appropriate anatomical form, shape and surface finish
restoration is smooth and free of faults
restoration provides the correct occlusion and articulation
proximal contact areas are in contact with the contact points of the adjacent teeth
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
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
Evidence of essential knowledge and understanding may be provided by:
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
Questioning
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
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
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
Evidence of essential knowledge and understanding may be provided by:
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
Questioning
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
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C4991 | HLTDT13A | Construct ceramic restorations | Unit of competency |
| C9197 | HLTDT513B | Construct fixed restorations | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWA21 | HLTDET011 | Construct ceramic and fixed restorations | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J102 | HLT50512 | Diploma of Dental Technology | Qualification |
| D089 | HLT50507 | Diploma of Dental Technology | Qualification |