Information
| Unit | FACULTY OF DENTISTRY |
| DENTISTRY PR. | |
| Code | DEN309 |
| Name | Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology-I |
| Term | 2019-2020 Academic Year |
| Semester | 5. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 2-0 (T-A) (32 Week) |
| ECTS | 3 ECTS |
| National Credit | 2 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | C Compulsory |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Doç. Dr. BURCU EVLİCE |
| Course Instructor |
Doç. Dr. BURCU EVLİCE
(Güz)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
To inform about biologic effects of x-rays, radiation safety and protection methods, basic principals of intraoral and extraoral imaging projections in dentistry, principals of radiographic interpretation, to introduce radiographic characteristics of anatomic structures and pathologies
Course Content
Radiation physics, biologic effects of radiation, radiation safety and protection, imaging principles and techniques, radiographic interpretation of pathology
Course Precondition
Resources
Notes
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Explains the production of X-ray and characteristics of X-ray. |
| LO02 | Describes biological effects of x-rays and radiation protection methods. |
| LO03 | Decides appropriate radiographic method depending on clinical requirements, describes radiographic technique and image processing. |
| LO04 | Recognizes radiographic anatomic structures, and interprets pathological images. |
| LO05 | Recognizes orofacial lesions that are caused by local and/or systemic disorders and assess the relationship between the lesion and the patient complaint. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | - | Understand the concepts and relationships between concepts in the field of dentistry and have advanced contemporary theoretical and practical knowledge in the field of health care. | 5 |
| PLO02 | - | Have the ability to evaluate the nature, resource, limits, accuracy, reliability, and validity of knowledge. | 4 |
| PLO03 | - | Be aware of the importance of ethical principles and ethical rules. | 2 |
| PLO04 | - | Have the knowledge of discovering, evaluating and applying scientific information in dental field. | 5 |
| PLO05 | - | Be able to use advanced theoretical and practical knowledge regarding dentistry on advanced level | 3 |
| PLO06 | - | Be able to use the computer programs, related technology and educational tools in dentistry | 5 |
| PLO07 | - | Be proficient in utilizing information and communication technologies on computer software at least at the level required by the European Computer Driving License in the field of dentistry. | 1 |
| PLO08 | - | Be able to take responsibility, either individually or as a team member, in solving complicated and unpredictable problems related to dental applications | 1 |
| PLO09 | - | Be able to critically assess acquired advanced knowledge and skills related to dentistry | 2 |
| PLO10 | - | Competent in specifying learning-needs and resources and guid the learning process by using resources effectively | 3 |
| PLO11 | - | Capable of developing and internalizing a positive attitude towards lifelong learning | 3 |
| PLO12 | - | Be qualified in instructing people or institutions on matters related to dentistry, transferring ideas and solving problems in a written or oral form, receiving thoughts, requirements and expectations of related people and institutions | 5 |
| PLO13 | - | Share professional information with both experts and people who are unfamiliar to this field | 2 |
| PLO14 | - | Capable of following professional information and interacting with international colleagues using at least one foreign language at European Language Portfolio B1 level | 0 |
| PLO15 | - | Able to observe and evaluate contemporary developments in dentistry | 4 |
| PLO16 | - | Capable of using verbal and written Turkish language correctly and expressing herself/himself | 0 |
| PLO17 | - | Improve continuously in his/her own profession, as well as skills in accordance with scientific, social, cultural and artistic fields by identifying learning needs. | 3 |
| PLO18 | - | Act according to the duties, the laws related to rights and responsibilities, regulations, legislation and professional ethical rules | 0 |
| PLO19 | - | Have sound information about understanding the healthy and unhealthy invidual´s structure, the physiological functions and behaviors, and the interaction between health and physical and social environment | 0 |
| PLO20 | - | Have adequate experience on dental clinical applications | 0 |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Terminology in oral radiology, Radiation physics | Course notes | |
| 2 | Production and features of x-rays | Course notes | |
| 3 | Atomic structure, structure of x-ray machine and tube | Course notes | |
| 4 | Factors controlling X-ray beam, Radiation units | Course notes | |
| 5 | Biologic effects of radiation, radiation safety and protection | Course notes | |
| 6 | Imaging principles and techniques; Structure of radiographic films, intensifying screens and grids | Course notes | |
| 7 | Processing of x-ray film | Course notes | |
| 8 | Image characteristics; density, contrast and detail | Course notes | |
| 9 | Intraoral radiographic examinations | Course notes | |
| 10 | Extraoral radiography; Panoramic radiography | Course notes | |
| 11 | Radiographic infection control | Course notes | |
| 12 | Radiograhic anatomy and interpretation of pathology I | Course notes | |
| 13 | Radiograhic anatomy and interpretation of pathology II | Course notes | |
| 14 | Principles of image interpretation | Course notes | |
| 15 | Case presentation | Course notes | |
| 16 | Mid-Year Exam | Course notes | |
| 17 | Localization techniques | Course notes | |
| 18 | Case presentation | Course notes | |
| 19 | Radiolusent lesions I | Course notes | |
| 20 | Radiolusent lesions II | Course notes | |
| 21 | Mixed lesions | Course notes | |
| 22 | Radiopaque lesions I | Course notes | |
| 23 | Radiopaque lesions II | Course notes | |
| 24 | Radiographic findings in trauma | Course notes | |
| 25 | Caries radiography | Course notes | |
| 26 | Case presentation | Course notes | |
| 27 | Dental Anomalies | Course notes | |
| 28 | Radiographic assessment of periodontal diseases | Course notes | |
| 29 | Case presentation | Course notes | |
| 30 | Evaluation of the patient findings I | Course notes | |
| 31 | Evaluation of the patient findings II | Course notes | |
| 32 | Year-End Exams | Course notes | |
| 33 | Year-End Exams | Course notes | |
| 34 | Year-End Exams | Course notes |
Assessment (Exam) Methods and Criteria
| Assessment Type | Midterm / Year Impact | End of Term / End of Year Impact |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Midterm Exam | 50 | 25 |
| 2. Midterm Exam | 50 | 25 |
| General Assessment | ||
| Midterm / Year Total | 100 | 50 |
| 1. Final Exam | - | 50 |
| Grand Total | - | 100 |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 30 | 2 | 60 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 12 | 1 | 12 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 75 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 3,00 | ||
| ECTS | 3 ECTS | ||