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Faculty of Dentistry
NOTICE
All particulars in this calendar are applicable as from January 1, 2015The University reserves the right to
amend any regulation or provision at any time without prior notice.
Although every attempt has been made to ensure that the information is accurate, the University does not
accept any liability concerning inaccuracies of any of the contents in the Calendar.
The Higher Education Qualifications Framework (HEQF), as gazetted on 5 October 2007 is currently being
phased in at the University. The alignment of all existing programmes with the HEQF is a project that is
envisaged to take until 2015 at the earliest to complete. Due to this certain information in this calendar may
not be in line with the HEQF.
CONTENTS
GENERAL INFORMATION .................................................................................................................. 2
DEGREES AND DIPLOMAS CONFERRED IN THE FACULTY ..................................................... 4
THE FACULTY OF DENTISTRY & WORLD HEALTH ORGANISATION
(WHO) COLLABORATING CENTRE FOR ORAL HEALTH .......................................................... 4
FACULTY BOARD AND FACULTY OFFICE STAFF ....................................................................... 5
LECTURING AND TECHNICAL STAFF ............................................................................................. 6
RULES FOR UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES ........................................................................ 14
Bachelor of Dental Surgery - BDS (5101).......................................................................................... 14
Bachelor of Oral Health - BOH (5211) ............................................................................................. 20
RULES FOR POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES ............................................................................ 26
Postgraduate Diploma in Dentistry PDD (5309) ............................................................................. 26
Postgraduate Diploma in Sedation and Pain Control - (5331) ............................................................ 28
Master of Science (Thesis) MSc (5800) .......................................................................................... 30
Master of Science (Structured) MSc (5801) .................................................................................... 31
Master of Dental Surgery - MDS (5811) ............................................................................................ 37
Doctor of Philosophy PhD (5901) .................................................................................................. 42
Doctor of Science In Odontology DSc (Odont) (5911) ................................................................... 43
UNDERGRADUATE MODULE DESCRIPTORS .............................................................................. 45
BDS I ................................................................................................................................................. 45
BDS II ................................................................................................................................................ 54
BDS III............................................................................................................................................... 66
BDS IV .............................................................................................................................................. 82
BDS V................................................................................................................................................ 97
BOH I............................................................................................................................................... 109
BOH II ............................................................................................................................................. 122
BOH III ............................................................................................................................................ 137
POSTGRADUATE MODULE DESCRIPTORS ................................................................................ 146
Postgraduate Diplomas in Dentistry ................................................................................................. 146
Postgraduate Diploma in Sedation and Pain Control ........................................................................ 163
Master of Science (Structured) ......................................................................................................... 164
Master of Science (Thesis) ............................................................................................................... 209
Master of Dental Surgery ................................................................................................................. 210
Doctor of Philosophy ....................................................................................................................... 263
GENERAL INFORMATION
CORRESPONDENCE WITH THE UNIVERSITY
All postal correspondence should be addressed to the relevant person or department at:
The University of the Western Cape
Private Bag X17
Bellville
7535
Should you not know the person or department, please direct all correspondence to:
The Registrar
University of the Western Cape
Private Bag X17
Bellville
7535
Faculty related enquiries can be directly forwarded to:
Ms Joline Savill
Faculty Manager
Faculty of Dentistry
The University of the Western Cape
Private Bag X17
Bellville
7535
Tel: +27 (0)21 937 3159
Fax: +27 (0)21 931 2287
Email: dentistry@uwc.ac.za
CONTACT NUMBERS
UWC Switchboard
UWC Call Centre
General Fax
Tygerberg Hospital Switchboard:
Tygerberg Hospital Fax:
Mitchells Plain Switchboard:
Mitchells Plain Fax:
CALENDAR
The calendar is obtainable in the following separate parts:
Part 1
Part 2
Part 3
Part 4
Part 5
Part 6
Part 7
Part 8
Part 9
General Information
Faculty of Science
Faculty of Arts
(a) Undergraduate
(b) Postgraduate
Faculty of Economics and Management Sciences
(a) Undergraduate
(b) Postgraduate
Faculty of Education
Faculty of Dentistry
Faculty of Law
Faculty of Community and Health Sciences
Schedule of Fees
A separate publication containing the Facultys teaching and examination time-tables is obtainable from the
Faculty Office.
LOCATION
The University of the Western Capes (UWC) Faculty of Dentistry is located over three campuses and training
is undertaken on the Oral Health Provincial Teaching Platform, which includes Groote Schuur and Red Cross
Childrens Hospital.
Main Campus
The main campus is situated in Bellville in the Western Cape province of South Africa. Bellville is part of the
city of Tygerberg, one of six municipal regions that form part of the broader Cape Metropolitan Council. It is
30 minutes drive from Cape Town, the countrys parliamentary capital, and one of the worlds most beautiful
and scenic cities.
Mitchells Plain Campus
The Mitchells Plain Campus is situated approximately 20 kilometers from the main campus, in the residential
suburb of Mitchells Plain. The university owns two and a half floors of the Medical Centre in the heart of
Mitchells Plain Town Centre.
Tygerberg Campus
The Tygerberg Campus is situated in Parow Valley. It is 25 kilometers from the Cape Town city center and
approximately 8 kilometers from the UWC main campus. The office of the Dean is located here.
BDS
BOH
MSc (Dent)
MDS
PhD
DSc (Odont)
DIPLOMAS
Postgraduate Diploma in Dentistry
Postgraduate Diploma in Pain and Sedation Control
(PDD)
Faculty Manager:
Deans Secretary:
Faculty Officer:
Administrative Officers:
Administrative Assistant:
Administrative Officer/Finance
Administrators:
DIAGNOSTIC SCIENCES
Cluster Head:
Deputy Head:
Secretaries:
Lecturer/Dentist:
Senior Lecturer/Principal Stomatologist:
Lecturer/Chief Radiographer:
Part time Lecturer:
Assistant Technical Officer:
Registrars
ORAL BIOLOGY
Senior Lecturer:
FMCDS (Nigeria)
Dr J Opperman, BChD (Stellenbosch), PDD (Western
Cape)
Dr GF Dapaah, BSc, BCHD (Univ of Ghana)
Part-time Lecturers/Specialists:
Registrars:
Part-Time Dentists:
Lecturers:
Part-time Lecturers:
CONSERVATIVE DENTISTRY
Associate Professor/Chief Specialist:
Senior Lecturer/Principal Specialist:
Senior Lecturer/Principal Stomatologist:
Senior Lecturer/Senior Stomatologist:
Senior Lecturer/Stomatologist:
Senior Lecturer/Dentist:
Lecturers/Dentists:
PROSTHETIC DENTISTRY
Associate Professor/Principal Specialist:
Senior Lecturer/Specialist:
Senior Lecturer/Stomatologist:
Registrars:
HONORARY AND P/T STAFF OF THE ORAL AND DENTAL TEACHING HOSPITAL
Department of General Surgery, US
Lecturer:
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Dentists:
Lecturers:
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ADMISSION
Unless Senate decides otherwise, candidates will be required to meet the following criteria to be enrolled for
the degree: Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS)
G.1.1
(a)
The National Senior Certificate for Bachelors Degree study plus a score of no less than 40 points
calculated according to the Universitys approved points system, as well as the following specific
subject requirements:
(b)
A qualification or level of competence which the Senate of the University has deemed to be
equivalent to the requirements stipulated in (a) and (b) above.
(b)
A qualification or level of competence which the Senate of the University has deemed to be
equivalent to the requirements stipulated in (a) and (b) above.
G.1.3
Students who completed the NSC in 2008 or thereafter, but have not obtained endorsements, will be
considered for alternative admission after the age of 23. Such candidates will be required to complete a RPL
portfolio development course and submit to a process where relevant learning and/or experience will be
assessed.
Candidates who are 23 or older and do not have a matriculation certificate or NSC, but who might have
obtained other qualifications or experience that may be deemed to be equivalent to admission criteria for
particular study programmes, will also be required to complete a RPL portfolio development course or an
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RPL portfolio process as agreed and to submit to a process where such learning, qualification and/or
experience will be assessed.
G.2
SELECTION
G.2.1
As only a limited number of students can be admitted to the programme, applicants will be subject
to a selection procedure.
G.2.2
Students from other universities who have failed the BDS I (or its equivalent) and who will not be
allowed at the universities concerned to proceed with the study of Dentistry, will similarly not be
admitted into the BDS programme at this university.
G.3
DURATION
Unless Senate decides otherwise the duration for the degree shall extend over five years full-time study.
G.4
CURRICULUM
G.4.1
Study Level 1
Module Name
1st Semester (select all)
Chemistry for Dentistry
Life Sciences 141
Physics for Dentistry 113
Primary Health Care
2nd Semester
Group 1 (select all)
Human Biology 105
Group 2 (select 1 module)
Introduction to Xhosa (Dent)
Introduction to Afrikaans (Dent)
Year Courses (select all)
*Clinical Dentistry I
Academic Literacy for Dentistry
G.4.2
Cred
311018
312141
336013
510112
CHE118
LSC141
PHY113
HDP111
15
15
15
5
302105
HUB105
40
296004
201004
XHO120
AFR120
10
10
521100
511000
CLD100
ALD110
15
10
Sub-total
125
Study Level 2
Module Name
1st Semester (select all)
Human Biology 205
Oral Biology
Pre-clinical Periodontic Techniques
2nd Semester (select all)
Basis of Disease Process
Interdisciplinary Health Promotion
Radiation Physics
*Non-invasive Restorative Techniques
*Radiographic Techniques 200
Basic Dental Materials 200
*Prosthetics Techniques
15
Cred
302205
590225
521104
HUB205
OBI210
PPT211
40
25
10
521101
511131
521103
521105
525200
523200
580211
BDP220
HPD111
RAP220
NRT220
RAT200
BDM200
PRT200
15
10
5
10
5
5
10
G.4.3
521102
30
165
Study Level 3
Module Name
1st Semester (select all)
Prin of Medicine and General Surgery (MFOS)
Systemic Pathology
Microbiology
*Invasive Restorative Techniques
2nd Semester (select all)
Medical Bioscience 323
Basic Orthodontics III
Measuring Health and Disease
Social Sciences and Dentistry
Year Courses (select all)
Dental Pharmacology
*Oral Medicine and Periodontology I
*Maxillo-facial & Oral Surgery I
Dental Materials 300
*Conservative Dentistry I
*Dental Prosthetics I
*Radiographic Techniques
G.4.4
CLD200
Sub-total
Cred
511310
570321
356312
521107
PMG310
PAT310
MIC312
IRT310
15
10
10
10
325324
590311
511311
540320
MBS323
ORT320
MHD320
SSD320
10
10
10
10
330901
550551
540541
521106
530501
580511
521109
PCL305
OMP300
MFS300
DMT300
CON300
PRO300
RAT300
20
20
10
10
15
15
5
Sub-total
180
Study Level 4
Module Name
1st Semester (select all)
*Removable Partial Dentures Technique
Prevention
Year Courses (select all)
*Oral Medicine and Periodontology II
Anaesthesiology and Sedation
*Maxillofacial and Oral Surgery II
*Conservative Dentistry II
*Endodontics
*Diagnostics and Radiology
Oral Pathology
*Paediatric Dentistry and Techniques
*Orthodontics I
*Prosthetic Dentistry II
Dental Research 410
*Advanced Dental Materials
16
Cred
521112
531411
PRT410
PRE410
5
10
550554
521110
540542
530502
521111
551510
570431
501112
590501
580522
521114
580400
OMP400
ANS400
MFS400
CON400
END400
RAD400
OPA400
PED400
ORT400
PRO400
DRE410
AMD400
20
10
20
15
10
10
20
15
20
20
5
10
Sub-total
190
G.4.5
Study Level 5
Module Name
1st Semester (select all)
Health Systems
Ethics
*Advance Restorative Techniques
*Advanced Removable Prosthetics
*Paediatric Dentistry V
*Clinical Orthodontics
*Conservative Dentistry III
*Maxillofacial and Oral Surgery III
*Oral Medicine and Periodontology III
*Implants
2nd Semester (select all)
Practice Management
Clinical Dentistry V
Cred
521117
HSY500
ETH521
ART510
PRO511
PED511
ORT511
CON511
MFS511
OMP511
IMP500
10
5
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
5
515500
PRM500
521116
CLD512
80
TOTAL
840
G.5
ASSESSMENT
G.5.1
Assessment is governed by Rule A.5 as stipulated in the University Calendar: General Information
Part 1.
G.5.2
Special examinations as per rule A.5.2.9 will only be awarded in cases where a student owes no
more than one module to complete the programme or to promote to the next level of study.
G.6
PROMOTION RULES
Notwithstanding any provisions to the contrary and unless Senate decides otherwise:
G.6.1
Study Level 1
G.6.1.1
To continue with the second semester modules in Human Biology, the student must have passed
the first semester modules in Life Sciences 141 (LSC141), Physics (PHY113) and Chemistry
(CHE118).
G.6.1.2
To qualify for promotion to BDS II a student must pass all the modules prescribed for BDS I.
However, a maximum of 10 credits from first year modules may be carried while a student
commences with second year modules. The modules that may be carried are Primary Health Care,
Academic Literacy, Xhosa and Afrikaans, subject to the 10 credit proviso.
G.6.2.
Study Level 2
G.6.2.1
To continue with the second semester module in Basis of Disease Processes the student must have
passed the first semester module in Hub 205.
G.6.2.2
To qualify for promotion to BDS III, a student must pass all the modules prescribed for BDS II.
However, a maximum of 10 credits from second year modules may be carried while a student
commences with third year modules. The modules which may be carried are Interdisciplinary
Health Promotion and Radiation Physics, subject to the 10 credit proviso.
G.6.3
Study Level 3
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G.6.3.1
G.6.3.2
To qualify for promotion to BDS IV, a student must pass all the modules prescribed for BDS III.
However, a maximum of 10 credits from first semester modules of the third year may be carried
into the second semester of the third year. The modules that may be carried are Principles of
Medicine & General Surgery, Medical Bioscience, subject to the 10-credit proviso.
G.6.3.3
However, a maximum of 10 credits from 3rd year modules may be carried when a student
commences with 4th year. Modules that may be carried are Dental Materials, Medical Bioscience,
Microbiology, Measuring Health and Disease, Social Sciences and Dentistry, subject to the 10credit proviso.
G.6.4
Study Level 4
G.6.4.1
To qualify for promotion to BDS V, a student must pass all the modules prescribed for BDS IV.
G.6.4.2
However, a maximum of 10 credits from fourth year modules may be carried while a student
commences with fifth year modules. The modules that may be carried are Prevention and Dental
Research, subject to the 10 credit proviso.
G.6.5
Study Level 5
To continue with 2nd semester module CLD512 the student must have passed the prescribed first
semester modules viz CON511, OMP511, MFS511, PED511, PRO511 and ORT511.
Students who do not qualify to register for CLD512 must continue with the module for
non-credit purpose. In order to fulfill the requirements for completion of the BDS degree, a student
must have passed all the prescribed modules from first to fifth year.
G.7
ADVANCE REGISTRATION
RENEWAL OF REGISTRATION
G.8.1
The renewal of registration will be governed by the Rule A.3.2.3, as stipulated in the University
Calendar: General Information Part 1 unless otherwise stated in the Faculty rules.
G.8.2
The following conditions will also apply to the renewal of registration in this programme:
G.8.2.1
A student who does not qualify to continue with the second semester of the 1 st level of study will
have to re-apply for admission the following year.
G.8.2.2
A student who does not qualify for promotion to the 2nd level of study will have to re-apply for
admission the following year. However, if the student has obtained more than 50% of the first year
credits, re-admission will be automatic.
G.9
G.9.1
When repeating the 1st level of study , a student may retain credits for first year modules
previously passed except for Clinical Dentistry I (CLD100) or have the option to write the
examination again if they want to improve their marks. For Clinical Dentistry 1(CLD 100), a
student must satisfy the attendance requirements, assessments and clinical component and obtain a
55% coursework mark.
G.9.2
A student who does not qualify for promotion to the third year may retain credit for Pre-Clinical
Periodontic Techniques, Interdisciplinary Health Promotion, Radiation Physics, Human Biology
205, Oral Biology and Basis of Disease Processes.
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G.9.3
A student who does not qualify for promotion to the fourth year may retain credits for Medical
Bioscience, Pharmacology, Systemic Pathology, Principles of Medicine & General Surgery,
Measuring Health and Disease, Social Sciences and Dentistry and Microbiology.
G.9.4
A student who does not qualify for promotion to the fourth year may retain credit for Dental
Materials and Invasive Restorative Techniques but must satisfy the attendance requirements and
obtain a coursework mark of 55%.
G.9.5
A student who does not qualify for promotion to the fifth year may retain credit for Prevention,
Dental Research, Anaesthesiology and Sedation and Oral Pathology.
G.9.6
A student who fails the 5th level of study may retain credit for Health Systems, Ethics, and
Practice Management.
G.9.7
When repeating a year (1st to 5th level) a student must satisfy the attendance requirements and
obtain a 55% coursework mark with a minimum of 50% in the clinical component for all Clinical
modules as indicated by the asterisk (*)
G.9.8
When repeating a year (1st to 5th level) a student must satisfy the attendance requirement and obtain
a 55% coursework mark for all pre-clinical modules as indicated by the asterisk (*)
G.9.9
Every student of Dentistry in the Faculty must, in accordance with the requirements of the Health
Professions Council of South Africa, register as a dental student within two months after admission
to the Faculty as well as after completion of the degree. Full particulars are available from the
Faculty Officer.
G.9.10
All graduates have to complete one year of compulsory community service after completing the
degree.
G.9.11
It is compulsory for all 1st year students to submit proof of Hepatitis B vaccination to the Faculty
Office before the commencement of the second semester.
G.9.12
Attendance at all lectures, practicals, clinical sessions, seminars, etc. is compulsory. Students who
do not comply with at least an 80% attendance figure will be allocated an incomplete coursework
mark and will not be allowed to sit for the final examination in the subject concerned. Every
lecture is regarded as preparation for the clinical work that is to follow.
G.9.13
Instrumentation
It is compulsory for all second year BDS students to purchase their own instruments in certain departments.
The departments will issue a list of these instruments. At the end of each academic year students will have to
return all instruments issued to them. Students who have lost instruments will have to replace the instruments.
Those students who do not return the instruments will not be allocated a year mark. Their registration for the
following year will also not be effected.
G.9.14
Clinical Attire
Students are responsible for their own white coats / jackets and for the protective eyewear required during
clinical and laboratory sessions.
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Promote the values of oral and general health and wellness to the public and organizations within and
outside the profession.
Respect the goals, values, beliefs and preferences of the patient/individual/ community while promoting
optimum oral and general health.
Identify population and individual risk factors and develop strategies that promote health related quality
of life.
Patient Care
Systematically collect, analyse, and record data on the general, oral and psychosocial health status of a
variety of patients using methods consistent with medico-legal principles.
Apply critical decision making skills to diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate a comprehensive oral
health care plan that is patient centered and based on current scientific evidence.
Provide preventive and therapeutic service within the scope of practice of the oral hygienist, as set out
by the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA).
Community Involvement
Assess the oral health needs of the community and the quality and availability of resources and services.
Provide screening, referral, and educational services that allow individuals/ communities to access the
resources of the health care system.
Provide community oral health care services in a variety of settings.
Identify career options within health-care, industry, education and research and evaluate the feasibility
of pursuing various oral hygiene opportunities.
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G.10
ADMISSION
Unless Senate decides otherwise, candidates will be required to meet the following criteria to be enrolled for
the degree: Bachelor of Oral Health - BOH
G.10.1
(a)
The National Senior Certificate for Bachelors Degree study plus a score of no less than 27 points
calculated according to the Universitys approved points system, as well as the following specific
subject requirements:
(b)
A qualification or level of competence which the Senate of the University has deemed
to be equivalent to the requirements stipulated in (a) and (b) above.
(b)
A qualification or level of competence which the Senate of the University has deemed
to be equivalent to the requirements stipulated in (a) and (b) above.
G.10.3
Students who completed the NSC in 2008 or thereafter, but have not obtained endorsements, will be
considered for alternative admission after the age of 23. Such candidates will be required to complete a RPL
portfolio development course and submit to a process where relevant learning and/or experience will be
assessed.
Candidates who are 23 or older and do not have a matriculation certificate or NSC, but who might have
obtained other qualifications or experience that may be deemed to be equivalent to admission criteria for
particular study programmes, will also be required to complete a RPL portfolio development course or an
RPL portfolio process as agreed and to submit to a process where such learning, qualification and/or
experience will be assessed.
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G.11
SELECTION
As only a limited number of students can be admitted to the programme, applicants will be subject to a
selection procedure.
G.12
DURATION
Unless Senate decides otherwise the duration for the degree shall extend over three years full-time study.
G.13
CURRICULUM
G.13.1
Study Level 1
Module Name
1st Semester
Group 1 (select all)
Health, Development and Primary Health Care 124
Social Sciences for Oral Health
Group 2 (select 1 module)
Introduction to Xhosa
Introduction to Afrikaans
2nd Semester (select all)
Clinical Practice I *
Oral Diseases I
Interdisciplinary Health Promotion
Radiography 1
Year Courses (select all)
Academic Literacy 110
Clinical Oral Health I *
Human Biology for Oral Health
Oral Biology for Oral Health
G.13.2
Cred
511124
531112
HDP124
SSD112
5
15
296004
201004
XHO003
AFR003
10
10
510122
521020
511131
550631
CLP100
ODS120
HPD111
RAD123
15
10
10
5
500110
520122
ALD110
ADP120
HBO101
HBO102
Sub total
10
20
10
10
120
Cred
Study Level 2
Module Name
1st Semester (select all)
Oral Health Promotion I
Periodontology for Oral Health
2nd Semester (select all)
Measuring Health and Disease
Pharmacology for Oral Health
Year Courses (select all)
Clinical Practice II *
Special Care for Oral Health
Radiography II *
Local Anaesthesia and Oral Surgery *
Oral Diseases II
Clinical Oral Health II *
22
521212
100012
OHP212
PER210
20
5
511234
540121
MHD223
POH121
10
5
521102
511212
550632
511227
521210
521201
CLP200
SPC210
RAD200
LOS200
ODS210
CON201
35
20
15
10
10
15
Sub-total
145
G.13.3
Study Level 3
Module Name
1st Semester (select all)
Oral Diseases and Prevention
Health Systems (BOH)
2nd Semester (select all)
Oral Health Promotion II
Cred
521011
511300
ODP310
HSY300
25
5
521013
OHP320
20
521012
521014
525301
CLP300
ARS300
RAD301
40
20
10
511312
531313
EPM312
SCP313
10
10
Sub-total
140
TOTAL
405
G.14
ASSESSMENT
G.14.1
Assessment is governed by Rule A.5 as stipulated in the University Calendar: General Information
Part 1.
G.14.2
The following faculty assessment conditions will also apply to this programme:
G.14.2.1 All modules must be passed individually. Assessment, including both formative and summative
components, will be done within the modules or during the formal examination period. Assessment
will include a minimum of two units/pieces of work per module. Written information regarding
assessment of each module will be provided to students at the start of each module. This will
include information such as the nature of and mark allocation for assignments, tests, examinations
and clinical activities.
G.14.2.2 For a student to be admitted to the final examination in all clinical modules:
G.14.2.2.1 The student must obtain at least 50% in the clinical component of the coursework assessment
G.14.2.2.2 Students must meet the minimum requirements as stipulated in the modules guides.
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G.15
PROMOTION RULES
Unless Senate decides otherwise and subject to rule A.3.2.3 or Faculty rules state otherwise:
G.15.1
Study Level 1
G.15.1.1 First year students will register only for semester I modules and year modules at their initial
registration.
G.15.1.2 To proceed to the second semester, the student must obtain a minimum of 15 credits in the first
semester.
G.15.1.3 If at the end of the first semester the student fails both Social Sciences and Oral Biology:
G.15.1.3.1 The student will not be allowed to repeat either of these modules in semester 2
G.15.1.3.2 The student will continue with the year modules started in the first semester and will select a
limited number of semester II modules. The first year is then extended over two academic years.
G.15.1.4 To qualify for promotion to the BOH II a student must obtain at least 110 credits for the modules
prescribed for BOH I. The student will not be allowed to repeat any semester 1 modules in
semester 2.
A maximum of 10 credits from first year modules may be carried while a student commences with
second year modules. Modules that can be carried are Academic Literacy, Health, Development
and PHC, Xhosea and Afrikaans, subject to the 10 credit proviso.
Students who are repeating the first year program may retain credits for modules passed. However,
the student must register the clinical modules as prescribed for BOH I. Refer to the Curriculum
G13.1 for the clinical modules indicated with an asterisk (*). Refer to rule G.18 for the special
requirements of the programme.
G.15.2
Study Level 2
G.15.2.1 To qualify for promotion to the third year, a student must pass all the prescribed modules for BOH
II.
G.15.2.2 Students who are repeating the second year program may retain credits for modules passed.
However, the student must register the clinical modules as prescribed for BOH II. Refer to the
Curriculum G13.2 for the clinical modules indicated with an asterisk (*). Refer to rule G.18 for the
special requirements of the programme.
G.15.3
Study Level 3
G.15.3.1 In order to fulfill the requirements for completion of the BOH degree, a student must have passed
all the prescribed modules from the first to the third year of the programme.
Students repeating the third year program must register for all the clinical modules as prescribed
for the year program. Refer to the Curriculum G13.3 for the clinical modules indicated with an
asterisk (*). Refer to rule G.18 for the special requirements of the programme.
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G.16
ADVANCE REGISTRATION
RENEWAL OF REGISTRATION
G.17.1
The renewal of registration will be governed by the Rule A.3.2.3, as stipulated in the University
Calendar: General Information Part 1 unless otherwise specified in Faculty rules.
G.17.2
The following conditions will also apply to the renewal of registration in this programme:
G.17.2.1 Students who do not qualify to be promoted to BOH II, and who have passed more than 50% of the
modules will automatically be re-admitted into the BOH I the following year.
G.17.2.2 A student who has failed the requirements for promotion to the following year of study in two
consecutive calendar years has to formally re-apply for admission.
G.17.2.3 Re-admission is subject to specific conditions laid down by the faculty board.
G.18
G.18.1
A candidate repeating the year, but who has previously passed a module for which a credit as been
granted may be exempted from the final examination provided that:
A student may retain credit for clinical modules but must satisfy the attendance requirements and
obtain a coursework mark of 55%.
G.18.3
Every student of Oral Hygiene in the Faculty must, in accordance with the requirements of the
Health Professions Council of South Africa, register as an oral hygiene student within two months
after admission to the Faculty as well as after completion of the degree. Full particulars are
available from the Faculty Officer.
G.18.4
It is compulsory for all first year students to submit proof of Hepatitis B vaccination to the
Faculty Office before the commencement of the second semester.
G.18.5
Attendance at all lectures, practicals, clinical sessions, seminars, etc. is compulsory. Students who
do not comply with at least an 80% attendance figure will be allocated an incomplete coursework
mark and will not be allowed to sit for the final examination in the subject concerned. Every
lecture is regarded as preparation for the clinical work that is to follow.
G.18.6
The subminimum rule applies for the following modules which have multiple components:
G.18.6.1 Clinical Oral Health II, in which a subminimum of 40% should be attained for each component of
the module.
G.18.6.2 Local Anaesthesia and Oral Surgery, in which a subminimum of 40% should be attained for each
component of the module.
G.18.7
Clinical Attire
Students are required to adhere to the faculty clinical dress code. Students are responsible for their
own clinical attire and for the protective eyewear required during clinical and laboratory sessions.
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ADMISSION
Unless Senate decides otherwise, candidates will be required to meet the following criteria to be enrolled for
the programme: Postgraduate Diploma in Dentistry - PDD
A candidate must be in possession of the BDS degree of this University or another equivalent qualification
recognized by the University, and must be a dentist registered as a dentist/specialist or where applicable,
medical practitioner/specialist, with the Health Professions Council of South Africa.
G.20
SELECTION
As only a limited number of students can be admitted to the programme, applicants will be subject to a
selection procedure.
G.21
DURATION
Unless Senate decides otherwise the duration for the degree shall extend over one years full-time study or
over two years part-time study.
G.22
DISCIPLINES
G.22.1
Aesthetic Dentistry
Endodontics
Forensic Dentistry
Implantology
Interceptive Orthodontics
Maxillofacial Radiology
Minor Oral Surgery
Oral Pathology
Paediatric Dentistry
G.22.2
The programmes all comprise two modules. Each module consists of four parts that require the
attendance of lectures (except in the case of satellite-mediated teaching), practical sessions, and the
completion of an assignment. Assignments must be handed in at the next scheduled seminar or
lecture.
G.22.3
The final assignment for Module I must be submitted before the start of the following examination
period.
G.22.4
In Module 2, a student may choose either to complete a research paper on a topic negotiated with
the supervisor or to complete four coursework components.
G.22.5
The research paper may take the form of a literature review, a case study, or a research project and
must be submitted to the supervisor not less than two months before the start of the November
examination period.
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G.23
CURRICULUM
G.23.1
Study Level 1
G.23.2
Alpha Code
ANS611
END611
FOD611
IMP611
INO611
MFR611
ORS611
POP611
PED611
Sub-total
Cred
60
60
60
60
60
60
60
60
60
60
Num Code
551612
580616
580618
570612
570614
540612
540614
508612
530612
Alpha Code
ANS612
END612
FOD612
IMP612
INO612
MFR612
ORS612
POP612
PED612
Sub-total
TOTAL
Cred
60
60
60
60
60
60
60
60
60
60
120
Study Level 2
G.24
Num Code
551611
580615
580617
570611
570613
540611
540613
508611
530611
ASSESSMENT
Assessment is governed by Rule A.5 as stipulated in the University Calendar: General Information Part 1.
G.25
PROGRESS RULES
G.25.1
G.25.2
Full-time
Unless Senate decides otherwise, a full-time student shall complete the programme in one year. A student
who passed at least 60 credits may proceed with his/her studies to complete the programme the following
year.
G.25.3
Part-time
Unless Senate decides otherwise, a part time student shall complete the programme in two consecutive years
and accumulate at least 60 credits per annum to proceed with his or her studies. A student who accumulated
60 credits within two years may be allowed to proceed to the following year to complete the programme.
G.26
RENEWAL OF REGISTRATION
The renewal of registration will be governed by the Rule A.4, as stipulated in the University Calendar:
General Information Part 1.
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G.27
G.27.1
The nature, scope and contents of each module of the programme are determined by the supervisor
concerned, in consultation with the Dean of the Faculty. In addition to attending such modules as
may be prescribed, candidates will be required to complete all assignments satisfactorily.
G.27.2
The Faculty reserves the right not to offer a particular programme in the event of insufficient
interest. Prospective candidates are urged to ensure that the programme of their choice will be
presented in the year concerned.
G.27.3
The final mark for the research paper option in Module II may include an oral examination.
ADMISSION
Unless Senate decides otherwise, candidates will be required to meet the following criteria to be enrolled for
the programme: Postgraduate Diploma in Sedation and Pain Control
A candidate must be in possession of the BDS degree of this University or another equivalent qualification
recognized by the University, and must be a dentist registered as a dentist/specialist or where applicable,
medical practitioner/specialist, with the Health Professions Council of South Africa.
G.29
SELECTION
As only a limited number of students can be admitted to the programme, applicants will be subject to a
selection procedure.
G.30
DURATION
Unless Senate decides otherwise the duration for the degree shall extend over one years full-time study or
over two years part-time study.
G.31
CURRICULUM
G.31.1
Study Level 1
Module Name
Pain And Sedation 611
G.31.2
Alpha Code
PAS611
Sub-total
Cred
60
60
Num Code
551624
Alpha Code
PAS612
Sub-total
TOTAL
Cred
60
60
120
Study Level 2
Module Name
Pain And Sedation 612
G.32
Num Code
551623
ASSESSMENT
Assessment is governed by Rule A.5 as stipulated in the University Calendar: General Information Part 1.
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G.33
PROGRESS RULES
G.33.1
G.33.2
Full-time
Unless Senate decides otherwise, a full-time student shall complete the programme in one year. A student
who passed at least 60 credits may proceed with his/her studies to complete the programme the following
year.
G.33.3
Part-time
Unless Senate decides otherwise, a part time student shall complete the programme in two consecutive years
and accumulate at least 60 credits per annum to proceed with his or her studies. A student who accumulated
60 credits within two years may be allowed to proceed to the following year to complete the programme.
G.34
RENEWAL OF REGISTRATION
The renewal of registration will be governed by the Rule A.4, as stipulated in the University Calendar:
General Information Part 1.
G.35
G.35.1
The programme comprises of two modules. Each module consists of four parts that require the
attendance of lectures (except in the case of satellite-mediated teaching), practical sessions, and the
completion of an assignment. Assignments must be handed in at the next scheduled seminar or
lecture.
G.35.2
The final assignment for Module I must be submitted before the start of the following examination
period.
G.35.3
In Module 2, a student may choose either to complete a research paper on a topic negotiated with
the supervisor or to complete four coursework components.
G.35.4
The research paper may take the form of a literature review, a case study, or a research project and
must be submitted to the supervisor not less than two months before the start of the November
examination period.
G.35.5
The nature, scope and contents of each module of the programme are determined by the supervisor
concerned, in consultation with the Dean of the Faculty. In addition to attending such modules as
may be prescribed, candidates will be required to complete all assignments satisfactorily.
G.35.6
The Faculty reserves the right not to offer a particular programme in the event of insufficient
interest. Prospective candidates are urged to ensure that the programme of their choice will be
presented in the year concerned.
G.35.7
The final mark for the research paper option in Module II may include an oral examination.
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ADMISSION
Unless Senate decides otherwise, candidates will be required to meet the following criteria to be enrolled for
the programme: Master of Science MSc with a specialisation in Dentistry as indicated in G.39.1
An appropriate Honours degree, or a Bachelors degree (eg. BDS/BDS) with proof of research experience.
G.37
SELECTION
As only a limited number of students can be admitted to the programme, applicants will be subject to a
selection procedure.
G.38
DURATION
Unless Senate decides otherwise the duration for the degree shall extend over two years full-time study or
over three years part-time study.
G.39
CURRICULUM
G.39.1
The Master of Science programme is offered in the following specialisation areas in dentistry:
Module Name
1st Enrolment Code
Dentistry Masters Thesis 801
2nd Enrolment Code
Dentistry Masters Thesis 802
G.40
Num Code
Alpha Code
Cred
582801
DNT801
120
582802
DNT802
120
TOTAL
120
ASSESSMENT
Assessment is governed by Rule A.5 as stipulated in the University Calendar: General Information Part 1.
G.41
PROGRESS RULES
Registration for the following year of study will be recommended by the supervisor if in his/her opinion
adequate progress has been made during the current year.
G.42
RENEWAL OF REGISTRATION
The renewal of registration will be governed by the Rule A.4, as stipulated in the University Calendar:
General Information Part 1.
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G.43
An MSc degree may be completed by research in any of the disciplines offered by the Faculty of Dentistry.
The research proposal must be approved by Senate.
MASTER OF SCIENCE (Structured) MSc (5801)
G.44
ADMISSION
Unless Senate decides otherwise, candidates will be required to meet the following criteria to be enrolled for
the programme: Master of Science MSc with a specialisation in Dentistry as indicated in G.47.1
An appropriate Honours degree, or a Bachelors degree (eg BDS/BDS) with proof of research experience.
G.45
SELECTION
As only a limited number of students can be admitted to the programme, applicants will be subject to a
selection procedure.
G.46
DURATION
Unless Senate decides otherwise the duration for the degree shall extend over two years full-time study or
over three years part-time study.
G.47
DISCIPLINES
G.47.1
G.47.2
G.47.3
The structure is different for each specialisation area and is outlined below (Note that the structured
MSc programme is only offered in limited specialisation areas.
G.47.4
The structured (clinical) MSc option is in general, designed to meet the needs of dentists from
foreign countries who are also academics and have difficulty in obtaining post-graduate training in
their own countries.
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G.47.5
PROGRESS RULES
Registration for the following year of study will be recommended only if all the required modules for the
current year have been completed and passed and if the supervisor in his/her opinion recommends that
adequate progress has been made during the current year.
G.47.6
RENEWAL OF REGISTRATION
The renewal of registration will be governed by the Rule A.4, as stipulated in the University Calendar:
General Information Part 1.
G.48
CURRICULUM
G.48.1
This Masters programme in Dental Public Health is a flexible learning programme for students on campus or
living and working elsewhere in the world.
G.48.1.1 Aims and Objectives of the programme
To improve district oral health services by developing the capacity of health personnel to plan, manage and
deliver oral health services. The course focuses on the provision of knowledge, skills and qualities required to
run successful oral health programmes. It aims to develop proficiency in community diagnosis, assessment of
oral health needs, developing and managing strategies to meet those needs and methods for evaluating oral
health services. You will graduate from this course with a unique combination of health care management and
applied DPH knowledge and skills that will build on your previous training and experience in oral health.
After completing this programme you will be able to:
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write up a piece of research as their MSc thesis, and (2) to utilise this integrated task as a common theme in
the learning of a variety of academic literacy, numeracy, computer and research skills. The assignment tasks
include the preparation of a literature review and a completed protocol.
Year
1
1
2
1-2
2
Alpha Code
DPH810
DPH821
DPH851
RMT811
DNT803
TOTAL
Credits
20
20
20
20
40
120
G.48.1.3 Evaluation
An average assignment mark is obtained from six marked assignments weighted equally. This average mark is
combined with the examination mark in the proportion, 60% average assignment and 40% examination mark
to produce a coursework mark. The coursework mark is combined with the mini-thesis mark in the proportion,
50% coursework and 50% mini-thesis, to produce the final mark for the programme.
G.48.1.4 The Research Report
The completed Research Report must be submitted at least three months before the Graduation at which the
student wishes to receive his/her degree. To graduate, a pass mark must be attained for both the coursework
(including the examination), and the Research Report.
G.48.2
Year
1
2
G.48.3
Year
1
G.48.4
Year
1
Alpha Code
FOR811
PAT811
ORB811
RMT811
DNT803
TOTAL
Credits
40
15
15
20
40
120
Alpha Code
PAT811
RAD821
ANA825
RAD822
RMT811
RAD823
RAD824
DNT803
TOTAL
Credits
15
10
20
20
20
35
80
40
240
Alpha Code
ORB811
PAT811
RMT811
OMD811
OMD812
DNT803
Credits
15
15
20
70
80
40
G.48.5
Year
1
G.48.6
TOTAL
240
Alpha Code
ORB811
PAT811
RMT811
PER821
PER822
DNT803
TOTAL
Credits
15
15
20
70
80
40
240
This course is structured as a part-time MSc (Dent) programme comprising two sections
(minimum duration 2 academic years, maximum period of 3 academic years unless otherwise approved by the
Facultys Higher Degrees Committee or Senate).
Year
1
Alpha Code
ORB811
PAT811
RMT811
OMD821
PER823
OMD822
PER824
DNT803
TOTAL
Credits
15
15
20
35
35
40
40
40
240
Upon completion of the programme, the student should demonstrate a clear understanding of subject matter in
a three hour written examination paper and a 30 minute oral examination. A research report of 5 000 7 000
words will be assessed to determine the graduates ability to conduct independent research and should be
publishable in a refereed scientific journal.
G.48.7
Year
1
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Alpha Code
PAT841
ORP841
ORP821
PAT811
SPH856
RMT811
ANP811
ANP812
ORM813
ORB811
ORP833
MPO811
MPO812
ORP824
ORP815
DNT803
DNT804
TOTAL
Credits
15
10
10
15
15
20
45
40
15
15
10
30
60
10
10
20
20
360
G.48.8
G.48.8.1 Aim
The aim of this programme in paediatric dentistry (PD) is to improve the oral health care of infants, children,
adolescents and children with special needs through appropriate preventive, educational and treatment
services.
G.48.8.2 Goals of the programme for Paediatric Dentistry:
To be competent and confident in all areas of Paediatric Dentistry for the growing and developing
child.
To meet the oral health need of infants, children, adolescents and patients with special care needs.
To be able to communicate and collaborate in multidisciplinary teams concerned with the welfare
of children in both private and hospital settings.
Are competent in the skills of dentistry pertaining to the care of infants, children, adolescents and
patients with special care needs.
Are competent and experienced in behaviour-management techniques, so that the majority of their
patients can be treated without the use of adjunct medications.
Are trained in the theory and application of sedation for use in hospital and dental office practice.
Are competent and experienced in all aspects of hospital practice, the admission and care of
children in hospital and the carrying out of full mouth restorative care and minor oral surgery in the
hospital setting.
Are competent and experienced in the provision of restorative, prosthetic and interceptive
orthodontic care for infants, children, adolescents and patients with special care needs.
Are competent and experienced in the care of orofacial trauma in infants, children and adolescents.
Have experience and knowledge of developmental and/or acquired abnormalities and be able to
recognize problems that can be treated or refer such patients.
Are competent and experienced in the provision of dental care for patients with special needs and
are able to treat the majority of such patients in the dental practice.
Know the principles of research design and methodology. Each student should be able to conduct
library research and literature searches and to design research studies. They should, on completion
of the course, have carried out a research project of their own, under supervision, completed a
Masters thesis or equivalent and prepared a paper suitable for publication in an internationally
recognized and refereed journal.
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Year
1
Alpha Code
PED811
ORB811
RMT811
INO811
PAT811
PED812
DNT803
TOTAL
Credits
60
15
20
15
15
80
40
275
The clinical coursework is conducted at various sites, which include a community health setting, academic
setting and a childrens hospital.
G.48.8.5 Assessment components
Coursework (assignments)
Clinical work (Case reports)
Final examination (written and oral)
Mini-thesis
Final mark: 60% coursework + 40% final examination (includes case reports and mini-thesis)
Written
OSCE
(40%)
(20%)
G.48.9
Unknown
Case
(20%)
Oral
Exam
Total
(100%)
(20%)
40%
of
Exam
60%
of
Mod II
Final
Module II
Mark
This Masters programme in Restorative Dentistry is a full-time programme over 3 years designed for foreign
nationals who are highly motivated general practitioners who would like to further develop their knowledge,
clinical and technical skills in a component of Restorative Dentistry. It is offered by the department in
association with specialists in private practice.
The components presently catered for include:
Endodontics
Basic Operative Dentistry
Advanced Fixed Restorative Dentistry
Implantology
Dental Materials
Alpha Code
ORB811
RAD812
RST811
RMT811
Credits
15
5
100
20
RST812
100
RST813
PRS853
DNT803
TOTAL
80
80
40
360
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The student will be expected to have an in-depth knowledge of and be proficient in all aspects of diagnosis,
treatment planning, clinical treatment and follow up of patients requiring advanced comprehensive care in the
selected sub-discipline. All cases must be fully documented and presented to the Department prior to the
commencement of the treatment.
G.49.9.1 Assessment
The evaluation process is based on examinations and continuous evaluation as follows:
Coursework
Mini-thesis
Final examination (RST811 or PRS853)
40%
25%
35%
According to the university rules a sub-minimum of 50 % (28/70) for the final examination is required and a
final mark of at least 50% is required for a pass to be awarded.
MASTER OF DENTAL SURGERY MDS (5811)
G.50
ADMISSION
Unless Senate decides otherwise, candidates will be required to meet the following criteria to be enrolled for
the programme: Master of Dental Surgery - MDS
For admission to the MDS degree programme, a student must:
G.50.1
Be registered as a dentist with the Health Professions Council of South Africa with an appropriate
dental degree.
G.50.2
Have a minimum of two years post-qualification experience unless otherwise decided by the
Senate.
G.50.3
Additional admission requirements for the MDS (MFOS): have successfully completed the Part IA
or equivalent; or PDD (Minor Oral Surgery) or equivalent; or MBChB or equivalent.
G.50.4
Admission to the MDS programme is dependent on the availability of funded posts from the
Department of Health. Currently, only South African citizens are eligible for admission to the
MDS programme.
G.51
DURATION
The training period for these degrees is prescribed below and includes:
G.51.1
Prescribed coursework
G.51.2
Clinical training
G.51.3
Research involving the presentation of a mini-thesis. The protocol for such a mini-thesis must be
submitted to the Research Committee of the Faculty by the latest mid-June of the second year of
study.
G.51.4
If in the opinion of the Senate, a candidate is able to give evidence of existing relevant
qualifications, or equivalent training and experience gained at another recognized institution, (s)
he may, on recommendation of the Faculty Board, be exempted from attendance of Part I
(complete or partial) of the prescribed programmes and may proceed to Part II on such conditions,
if any, as Senate may determine.
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G.51.5
PROGRESS RULES
Registration for the following year of study will be recommended only if all the required modules for the
current year have been completed and passed and if the supervisor in his/her opinion recommends that
adequate progress has been made during the current year.
G.51.6
RENEWAL OF REGISTRATION
The renewal of registration will be governed by the Rule A.4, as stipulated in the University Calendar:
General Information Part 1.
G.52
DISCIPLINES
The Master of Dental Surgery programme is offered in the following specialisation areas:
Community Dentistry
Maxillofacial & Oral Surgery
Oral Pathology
Orthodontics
Prosthodontics
Oral Medicine and Periodontics
G.53
CURRICULUM
G.53.1
Year
1
Research Methods
Measuring Health & Disease 3
Behavioural Science & Dentistry
Field Placement 1
Academic Placement 2
Health Management 2
Health Human Resources
Health Economics
Field Placement 2
Academic Placement 3
Selective 1
Selective 2
Field Placement 3
Field Placement 4
Academic Placement 4
Mini-thesis
Applied Dental Public Health
Alpha Code
DPH811
DPH821
SPH713
DPH831
DPH841
Sub-total
RMT811
SPH813
DPH812
DPH822
DPH842
Sub-total
Credits
20
20
20
20
20
100
20
20
20
30
20
100
SPH714
SPH727
DPH813
DPH823
DPH824
20
20
20
20
30
20
130
20
30
30
20
40
30
150
480
Sub-total
DPH837
DPH838
DPH834
DNT803
DPH839
Sub-total
TOTAL
38
Weighting
20%
20%
20%
20%
20%
Coursework Total
Coursework (60%)
Final Mark
Thesis/Research Report
G.53.2
Year
1
Oral Biology
Anatomy
Physiology
General Pathology
MFOS
Oral Pathology , including MF Radiology
Principles of General Surgery
Research Methods 811
MFOS
Oral Pathology, including MF Radiology
Principles of General Surgery
MFOS
Dentistry Mini-Thesis
MFOS
G.53.3
(40%)
Alpha Code
ORB811
ANA811
PSE811
PAT812
MFO811
Sub-total
ORB811
ANA811
PSE812
PAT811
MFO812
PAT813
SUR812
RMT811
Sub-total
MFO813
PAT813
SUR813
Sub-total
MFO814
DNT803
Sub-total
MFO815
Sub-total
TOTAL
Credits
15
15
15
15
80
140
See Year 1
See Year 1
See Year 1
See Year 1
100
See year 3
See Year 3
20
120
20
40
40
100
100
40
140
100
100
600
Year
1
General Pathology
Oral Medicine & Periodontics 2
Anatomy (capita selecta)
Physiology (capita selecta)
Oral Biology
Research Methods 811
Alpha Code
ANA823
ANA824
ORB811
PAT812
OMP811
Sub-total
PAT812
OMP812
ANA823
ANA824
ORB812
RMT811
Sub-total
PAT813
Credits
15
15
15
See Year 2
60
105
15
80
See Year 1
See Year 1
See Year 1
20
115
40
Year
G.53.3.1
Alpha Code
Credits
OMP813
Sub-total
OMP814
DNT803
Sub-total
TOTAL
100
140
80
40
120
480
Assessment
Written examination
Assessment of Portfolio
75%
35
15
25
25%
100%
Research Methods
Academic Placement 2
Orthodontic seminars 2
Clinical Orthodontics
Academic Placement 3
Orthodontic seminars 3
Clinical Orthodontics 3
Academic Placement 4
Orthodontic seminars 4
Clinical orthodontics 4
Dentistry Mini-thesis
40
Alpha Code
ORB821
ORT811
ORT821
ORT812
ORT841
ORT851
Sub-total
RMT811
ORT812
ORT822
ORT832
Sub-total
ORT813
ORT823
ORT833
Sub-total
ORT834
ORT814
Credits
30
10
20
15
20
25
120
20
20
30
50
120
20
30
50
100
20
40
ORT824
DNT803
Sub-total
TOTAL
40
40
140
480
G.53.4.1
Assessment
Evaluation Component
Coursework Mark
Clinical work
Seminars
Case Discussions
Examination Mark
Written paper
Case/ Portfolio presentation
Thesis Mark
Average mark given by all examiners and supervisors
Final Mark
G.53.5
Year
1
Value
50%
25%
25%
100%
Oral Biology
Oral Microbiology and Immunology
Diagnostic Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology
Clinical Oral Pathology (rotation)
Forensic Odontology (rotation)
G.53.6
Year
1
Alpha Code
ORP811
ORP821
ORP831
Sub-total
ORP822
ORP832
RMT811
Sub-total
ORB811
ORM813
PAT826
ORP833
FOR813
Credits
15
15
90
120
90
30
20
140
15
15
50
10
10
Sub-total
PAT823
ORP824
FOR814
DNT803
Sub-total
TOTAL
100
60
10
10
40
120
480
Alpha Code
ORB821
PRS811
Sub-total
PAT811
PER812
RAD812
PRS812
RMT811
Sub-total
Credits
30
90
120
15
15
5
65
20
120
PRS813
120
Oral Pathology
Periodontics and Periodontal Aspects of Implantology
Radiology
Prosthodontics 2
Research Methods
Prosthodontics 3
41
Year
Prosthodontics 4
Dentistry Mini-thesis
Alpha Code
Sub-total
PRS814
DNT803
Sub-total
Credits
120
80
40
120
TOTAL
480
G.53.6.1 Assessment
PRS 814 Prosthodontics 4 (80 credits): 75%
DNT803 Dentistry Mini-thesis (40 credits): 25%
Continued Evaluation
Logbook
Assignments
(including
flagship
cases
30%
20%
Mini-thesis
Paper 1
20%
25%
Final examination
Paper 2
Clinical
case
20%
30%
Oral
30%
25%
ADMISSION
Unless Senate decides otherwise, candidates will be required to meet the following criteria to be enrolled for
the programme: Doctor of Philosophy - PhD with a specialisation in Dentistry as indicated in G.57
G.54.1
It is possible to do a PhD degree by research in any of the disciplines offered by the Faculty of
Dentistry. The research proposal must be approved by Senate.
G.54.2
The General Rules for Doctors Degree (A1, 2.1, 2.5, 3, 3.4, 4.5, 5.1, 5.5, & 6) are applicable.
G.55
SELECTION
As only a limited number of students can be admitted to the programme, applicants will be subject to a
selection procedure.
G.56
DURATION
Unless Senate decides otherwise, the duration of the degree is subject to rule A.4.5 in the University Calendar
Part 1.
G.57
CURRICULUM
Paediatric Dentistry
Restorative Dentistry
Num Code
Alpha Code
Cred
582901
DNT901
120
582902
DNT902
120
TOTAL
120
ASSESSMENT
Assessment is governed by Rule A.5 as stipulated in the University Calendar: General Information Part 1.
G.59
PROGRESS RULES
Registration for the following year of study will be recommended by the supervisor if in his/her opinion
adequate progress has been made during the current year.
G.60
RENEWAL OF REGISTRATION
The renewal of registration will be governed by the Rule A.4, as stipulated in the University Calendar:
General Information Part 1.
DOCTOR OF SCIENCE IN ODONTOLOGY DSc (Odont) (5911)
G.61
ADMISSION
Unless Senate decides otherwise, candidates will be required to meet the following criteria to be enrolled for
the programme: Doctor of Science in Odontology - DSc (Odont)
G.61.1
A prospective student should give the Faculty notice in writing, not less than one year in advance,
of his/her intention to present him or herself for the degree, stating the title(s) and scope of the
work(s) proposed.
G.61.2
holds a PhD degree, or another qualification deemed by the Senate to be of equal standing
G.61.3
has to the Universitys satisfaction, performed advanced original research and/or creative work in
the field of Dentistry
G.61.4
has published, original, research in accredited journals that are of a high standard, that deal with a
central theme and that in the Senates opinion are evidence that the candidate has made a
contribution of substance and of high quality to the enrichment of knowledge in the field of
Dentistry
G.61.5
has been registered as a student at this University for not less than one academic year before
conferment of the degree.
G.62
SUBMISSION OF THESIS
G.62.1
A candidate must submit three copies of the thesis to the University Offices by the closing date in
May (if he or she wishes to graduate in September), or mid-November (if he/she wishes to
graduate in March), including the prescribed declaration to the effect that the thesis and its
publications have not previously been submitted to any university for a degree.
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G.62.2
If a significant portion of the works has not been published under the candidates own name alone,
s/he shall furnish satisfactory evidence of his/her own share in the work, who initiated the work,
under whose guidance it took place, who performed the work, who put it in writing, and what part
of the work, if any, has previously been submitted to the university for a degree.
G.63
The General Rules for Doctors Degree (A1, 2.1, 2.5, 3, 3.4, 4.5, 5.1, 5.5 & 6) are applicable.
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Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Academic Literacy
Community Oral Health
Academic Literacy for Oral Health
Academic Literacy
ALD110
10
Year
Semester 1 & 2
BDS, BOH
5
On completion of this module the student
will be able to:
use Greek and Latin roots to explain the meaning of dental terms
use email.
45
None
Academic Literacy
Contact with lecturer / tutor:
Groupwork outside class time:
Assignments and tasks, self-study
Other:
Digital Literacy
Lab time in class:
Consultation:
Practicals and viewing of CD/DVDs:
Test and Examinations:
Other:
Total Learning Time
There are two components to this module:
Academic Literacy
Digital Literacy
Continuous
Faculty
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-numeric Code
NQF Level
NQF Credit Value
Duration
Dentistry
Biodiversity and Conservation Biology
Life Sciences
Cell & Molecular Biology
LSC141
5
15
Semester
First semester
BDS
Main Content
Pre-requisite modules
Co-requisite modules
Prohibited module Combination
A. Breakdown of Learning Time
Contact with lecturer / tutor:
Test and Examinations
Self- study
Practicals
Total Learning Time
Method of Student Assessment
30 hours
15 hours
25 hours
70 hours
14 hours
7 hours
5 hours
4 hours
30 hours
100 hours
Lecturers p.w.
Practicals p.w.
65%
25%
10%
CHE118
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main outcomes
Main content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combinations
Breakdown of Learning
Time
Methods of student
assessment:
Faculty
Home Department
Generic Module Name
Alpha-numeric Code
NQF Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester To Be
Offered
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Introduction to chemistry:
periodic table
chemical formulae
mole concept
chemical reactions
chemical bonds
redox reactions
gases, solutions
47
48 hours
16 hours
8 hours
75 hours
50 hours
12.25%
12.25%
12.25%
12.25%
50%
Year level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite modules
Co-requisite modules
Prohibited module
Combination
A. Breakdown of Learning
Time
Method of Student
Assessment
Assessment Module type
BOH I
On completion of this module, students should be able to:
Basic immunity
Patient preparation
48
70
15
12
15
38
150
HDP111
Home Department:
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/
Term
Programmes in which
the
module will be offered
Level
Main outcomes
Main content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combinations
Breakdown of Learning
Time
Methods
of
assessment
student
HUB105
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
HUB105
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed
Semester/
Term
Programmes in which
the module will be
offered
5
At the end of the module the student will be able to:
discuss the concepts of health, development and primary health
care.
explain the links between health, development and primary health
care.
describe the origins and main features of comprehensive primary
health care.
discuss the primary health care approach, the value of
interdisciplinary and team work and the importance of community service.
demonstrate the basic rules and customs of academic study, academic
language, academic argument.
Definition of Health.
Communication and Multilingualism.
Introduction to development.
Introduction to Primary Health Care.
The link between Health, Development and PHC.
None
None
None
Contact with lecturer / tutor 16 hours
Assignments & tasks
16 hours
Tests & examinations
2 hours
Self-study
16 hours
Total learning time
50 hours
Assignment
60%
Take home tests
40%
49
Level
Main outcomes
Main content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combinations
None
None
None
50
Breakdown of Learning
Time
Methods of student
assessment
Faculty
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-numeric Code
NQF Level
NQF Credit Value
Duration
Proposed semester to be
offered
Programmes in which
the module will be
offered
Year level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite modules
Co-requisite modules
Prohibited module
Combination
A. Breakdown of
Learning Time
Contact with lecturer /
tutor:
Assignments & tasks:
Assessment;
Self-study
Total Learning Time
Method of Student
Assessment
Assessment Module type
Formal lectures
(6x1h)/wk = 84h
Practicals
(2x3h)/wk = 84h
Tutorials
(2x1h)/wk = 28h
Assessments (pracs and theory) 6x1.5h = 9h
Assignments & tasks
56 hours
Other (specify)
139 hours
(library, internet, study, administration)
Total learning time
400hours
Continuous assessment
50%
Final examination
50%
(2x 1.5h papers)
Dentistry
Afrikaans and Nederlands
Introduction to Afrikaans
Introduction to Afrikaans (Dentistry)
AFR120
5
10
Semester
Second semester
BDS
BDS 1
On completion of the module, the student should be able to:
Read, write and understand basic Afrikaans appropriate to the dental clinical
content
Use Afrikaans for basic communication with patient, including the use of
appropriate vocabulary and correct grammar
Afrikaans in context
Basic grammar
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XHO120
Home Department:
Module Topic:
Generic Module Name:
Alpha-Numeric Code:
Credit Value:
Duration:
Proposed Semester/ Term:
Programmes in which the
module will be offered:
Level:
Main outcomes:
Main content:
Pre-requisite Modules:
Co-requisite Modules:
Prohibited Module
Combinations
Breakdown of Learning Time:
PHY113:
Home Department:
Module Topic:
Generic Module Name:
Alpha-Numeric Code:
Credit Value:
Duration:
Proposed Semester/ Term:
Programmes in which the
module will be offered:
Level:
Main outcomes:
taking leave
None
None
None
contact with lecturer/tutor
Assignments & tasks
Self study
Practicals:
Other (specify):
Total learning time
Continuous assessment
Final examination
42 hours
12 hours
42 hours
100hours
50%
50%
52
Main content:
Pre-requisite Modules:
Co-requisite Modules:
Prohibited Module Combinations
Breakdown of Learning Time:
53
BDS II
BDM200
Home Department:
Module Topic:
Generic Module Name:
Alpha-Numeric Code:
Credit Value:
Duration:
Proposed Semester/ Term:
Programmes in which the
module will be offered:
Level:
Main outcomes:
Main content:
Pre-requisite Modules:
Co-requisite Modules:
Prohibited Module Combinations
Breakdown of Learning Time:
BDP220
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
CLD200
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
50 hours
21 hours
6 hours
20 hours
8 hours
45 hours
150 hours
50%
50%
Clinical Dentistry II
Oral Medicine and Periodontology
Clinical Dentistry
Clinical Dentistry II
CLD200
30
Year
Semester 1 & 2
BDS
6
On completion of the module, the student will be able to:
Oral Disease and Prevention
Describe and discuss the anatomy and biology of the periodontium
Describe tooth accumulated material
Classify periodontal disease and identify the related etiology
Identify and describe the clinical and radiographic presentation of
periodontal disease and dental caries
Identify and discuss the main tooth stains and discolourations
Identify, discuss and implement fluoride as a preventative measure
Discuss fissure sealants as a preventative measure
Interpret a dietary analysis sheet, perform a dietary analysis and
provide appropriate recommendations as a preventative measure for
dental caries
Explain and demonstrate the techniques used for the care of dental
appliances
Describe and demonstrate the techniques and mechanisms used for
mechanical and chemical control of plaque biofilm
Create and illustrate appropriate educational aids for both individuals
and groups
Perform a basic screening and provide education in a school
environment
Identify and describe basic oral medicine cases
56
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Patient Management
Discuss and apply various communication skills to effectively
converse with a patient
Identify the purpose of history taking and implement the different
techniques used
Comprehensively record and interpret a patients history such as
medical, dental and personal by using a systemic approach
Comprehend and conduct an extra-oral and intra-oral examination
Make a diagnosis and draw up an appropriate treatment plan
Describe the criteria and sequence when drawing up a treatment plan
Clinical Environment
Describe the role of the oral health team in South Africa
Explain and apply the principles of confidentiality and other ethical
issues around the importance of patient care
Describe in detail the infection control and sterilization procedures
and apply it in a clinical environment
Recognize and apply the correct clinical protocol, instrumentation
and use of clinical equipment during patient management
Recognize, discuss and manage emergencies in dentistry
Clinical Practice
Implement patient management, clinical environmental procedures
and incorporate preclinical periodontal techniques as a practical
component for patient care
Oral Disease and Prevention
Patterns and measurement of oral disease in South Africa
Review anatomy and biology of the periodontium
Review tooth accumulated materials
Periodontal disease classification and etiology
Radiological interpretation of caries and periodontal disease
Stains and discolourations
Fluoride
Fissure sealants
Diet and dental caries
Care of appliances
Mechanical and chemical control of plaque
Development of educational material
Education in a school environment
Introduction to oral medicine
Patient Management
Patient communication
Interviews and History taking
Sequence of folder write-up
Oral examinations Extra and Inter oral
Diagnosis and Treatment Planning
Clinical Environment
The dentist in South Africa
Infection control and principles of sterilization
Clinical protocol and orientation
Emergency medicine
Clinical Practice
Clinical management of a patient in conjunction with preclinical
periodontal technique procedures
None
None
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HUB205
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
None
Contact with lecturer/tutor:
Assignments and tasks:
Tests and examinations
Self- study
Practicals/Clinicals
Other (self-study)
Total learning time:
Continuous assessment
(tests, assignments, educational project,
clinical mark)
Final Examination
120 hours
30 hours
10 hours
20 hours
120 hours
300 hours
60%
40%
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
HPD111
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Diabetes mellitus
Calcium and bone metabolism
Hypothalamic and pituitary hormones
Temperature regulation
Adrenal glands
Menstrual cycle
Hormones in pregnancy, lactation, contraception and HRT
Overview of the male reproductive system
Developmental embryology of the head, neck and central nervous
system
Gross anatomy of the head and neck region
The cranial nerves
The functional units of the central nervous system
Structure and function of sensory pathways
Structure and function of motor pathways
The Autonomic system
None
None
None
Formal lectures
Practicals
Tests and examinations
Assessments (pracs and theory)
Assignments & task
Other (specify)
(library, internet, study, administration)
Total learning time:
Continuous assessment
Final Examination (2 x 1.5h papers)
(6 x 1h)/wk = 84h
(2 x 3h)/wk = 84h
(2 x 1h)/wk = 28h
(6 x 1.5h)/wk = 9h
56 hours
39 hours
400 hours
50%
50%
59
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
NRT220
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
None
None
None
Contact with lecturer / tutor
Assignments and tasks
Practicals
Self-study
Total learning time:
Assignments:
Examinations
28 hours
30 hours
21 hours
21 hours
100 hours
60%
40%
60
OBI210
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Oral Biology
Diagnostic Cluster
Oral Biology
Oral Biology
OBI210
25
Year
Semester 1&2
BDS
6
On completion of the module, the student will be able to:
Identify individual human teeth and place them in the correct position in
the relevant arch
bone
the periodontium
tooth eruption
Drawing teeth
61
Breakdown of Learning
Time
Methods of student
assessment
Continuous Assessment
Final examinations
Faculty
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-numeric Code
NQF Level
NQF Credit Value
Duration
Dentistry
Oral Medicine & Periodontology
Pre-Clinical Periodontic Techniques
Pre-Clinical Periodontic Techniques
PPT211
6
10
Term
Proposed semester to be
offered
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
First Semester
Year Level
BDS II
Main Outcomes
Scaling technique
Instrument sharpening
Main Content
Pre-requisite modules
Co-requisite modules
Prohibited module
Combination
A. Breakdown of Learning
Time
Contact with lecturer / tutor:
Tests & examinations
Self-study
Practicals
Total Learning Time
Method of Student
Assessment
Assessment Module type
110 hours
60 hours
35 hours
20 hours
25 hours
250 hours
50%
50%
BDS
20
4
6
70
100
Coursework 100% (tests, assignments, practicals)
Continuous
62
PRT200
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
RAP220
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Prosthetics Techniques
Prosthetic Dentistry
Prosthetic Techniques
Prosthetic Techniques
PRT200
10
Semester
Semester 2
BDS
6
At the end of the module the student will be able to:
Articulation of models
Repairs of dentures
None
None
None
Contact with lecturer /Tutor
25 hours
Assignments & tasks
10 hours
Tests & examinations
5 hours
Self-study
10 hours
Practicals
50 hours
Other (specify)
Total learning time:
100 hours
Achievement of laboratory quota
60%
(subminimum = 50%)
Examination
40%
Radiation Physics
Department of Physics
Radiation Physics
Radiation Physics
RAP220
5
Semester
63
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
RAT200
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Semester 2
BDS
6
At the end of the module the student will be able to:
Radiographic Techniques I
Diagnostics and Radiology
Radiographic Techniques
Radiographic Techniques I
RAT200
5
Semester
Semester 2
BDS
6
On completion of the module, the student will be able to:
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
65
BDS III
Faculty
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-numeric Code
NQF Level
NQF Credit Value
Duration
Proposed semester to be
offered
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Year Level
Main Outcomes
Dentistry
Orthodontics
Basic Orthodontics
Basic Orthodontics
ORT320
7
10
Semester
Second Semester
Main Content
Pre-requisite modules
Co-requisite modules
Prohibited module
Combination
A. Breakdown of Learning
Time
Contact with lecturer / tutor:
10
BDS
BDS III
On completion of this module, the student should be able to:
Classification of malocclusion
Aetiology of malocclusion
2
8
80
100
Tests/ assignments 50 %
Examination 50%
Continuous and final
66
MIC312
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/
Term
Programmes in which
the module will be
offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning
Time
Methods of student
assessment
7
The learner will understand:
reservoir
mode of transmission
pathogenesis
treatment and control measures for the major infectious diseases of the body
systems
Bacterial, viral, fungal and protozoal infection of:
the bodys surfaces and skeletal system (skin, eye, bone and joint
infections)
the digestive system (oral cavity and salivary glands, peptic ulcer
disease, diarrhoea, dysentery, food intoxication)
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50 hours
10 hours
25 hours
15 hours
100 hours
CON300
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning
Time
Methods of student
assessment
DMT300
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Conservative Dentistry I
Conservative Dentistry
Conservative Dentistry
Conservative Dentistry I
CON300
15
Year
Semester 1 & 2
BDS
7
On completion of this module, the student will be able to:
diagnose and treat patients for basic restorative dentistry using all
direct restorative materials
interpret failures in restorative dentistry and manage appropriately
clinical diagnosis and management of the caries process
clinical handling of direct restorative materials
modification of cavity preparations to accommodate variability in the
clinical situation
clinical relevance of dental materials
None
None
None
Contact with lecturer /Tutor
Assignments and tasks
Clinical contact time
Self study
Tests and examinations
Other (specify)
Total learning time:
Tests and Assignments
Quotas (qualitative and quantitative)
Clinical Examination
Theory and OSCE examination
26 hours
18 hours
74 hours
26 hours
6 hours
150 hours
50%
15%
5%
30%
Dental Materials
Restorative Cluster
Dental Materials
Dental Materials
DMT300
10
Year
Semester 1 & 2
BDS
7
On completion of this module, the student will be able to:
68
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning
Time
Methods of student
assessment
PCL305
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
gypsum products
None
None
None
Contact with lecturer /Tutor
Assignments and tasks
Test and Examinations
Self study
Practicals
Other (please specify)
Total learning time:
Continuous Assessment (60% of final mark)
Examination (40% of final mark)
32 hours
8 hours
4 hours
40 hours
16 hours
0 hours
100 hours
Dental Pharmacology
Pharmacy / Pharmacology
Dental Pharmacology
Dental Pharmacology
PCL305
20
Year
Semester 1 & 2
BDS
7
On completion of the module, the student will be able to:
69
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning
Time
Methods of student
assessment
IRT310
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
None
None
None
4 class tests
Practicals (OSCEs)
Weekly assessment
Examination
120 hours
15 hours
20 hours
40 hours
5 hours
200 hours
50%
60%
20%
20%
50%
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning
Time
Methods of student
assessment
Assessment Module Type
MFS300
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
use appropriate bases and liners and restore cavities with direct
restorative materials
dental materials
(i) liners and bases
(ii) amalgam
(iii) composites
16 hours
15 hours
4 hours
20 hours
45 hours
100 hours
perform exodontia
71
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning
Time
Methods of student
assessment
MHD320
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
History taking
Infection Control
Relevant anatomy
Techniques - infiltration
(i) block
C.P.R.
Instrumentation
Exodontia principles
Clotting mechanisms
Wound healing
Complications of exodontia
Suturing techniques
Suture materials
None
None
None
Contact with lecturer /Tutor
Tests / Exams
Practical / Demonstrations
Total learning time:
Clinical Assessment/Test
Examination
20 hours
5 hours
75 hours
100 hours
50%
50%
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning
Time
Methods of student
assessment
Descriptive epidemiology
i) What is epidemiology?
ii) Demography, Rates, Indicators and Outbreaks.
iii) Study designs, Screening and surveillance.
iv) Natural history of disease. Causation
73
40 hours
15 hours
2 hours
18 hours
20 hours
5 hours
100 hours
25%
25%
50%
Faculty
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-numeric Code
NQF Level
NQF Credit Value
Duration
Proposed semester to be
offered
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Dentistry
Oral Medicine and Periodontology
Oral Medicine and Periodontology
Oral Medicine and Periodontology I
OMP300
7
20
Year
First and second semester
BDS III
On completion of this module, the student should be able to:
Periodontology:
define and describe dental plaque, plaque biofilm, calculus and
gingival crevicular fliud and explain the structure and composition of each
explain the aetiology, pathogenesis, microbiology and
epidemiology of periodontal disease
make a diagnosis and compose a treatment plan related to indices,
medical history, dental history, clinical and radiographic features
explain appropriate management and treatment of periodontal disease
select appropriate management and treatment of periodontal disease
define, identify clinically, and explain occlusal trauma and the management
thereof
Oral Medicine:
define, identify clinically, and explain the oral manifestations of HIV
and associated periodontal disease
define, classify, describe, and identify clinically lesions of the oral
mucosa (including ulcerations, candida, lichen planus, white lesions,
red lesions, gingival bleeding and gingival enlargements)
make a differential diagnosis, and describe the treatment options for
each of the above lesions
Periodontology:
periodontal screening
root planning
occlusal trauma
Oral Medicine:
oral ulcerations
oral candida
white lesions
red lesions
74
Pre-requisite modules
Co-requisite modules
Prohibited module
Combination
A. Breakdown of Learning
Time
Contact with lecturer / tutor:
Assessment
Assignments & tasks
Self-study
Practicals
Total Learning Time
Method of Student Assessment
MBS323
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
None
None
None
30
12
20
60
78
200
Coursework
2 class tests on various topics in the discipline of periodontology and
oral medicine
2 assignments (1 on periodontology component and 1 on oral medicine
component)
Weekly clinical assessment of patient management
1 oral medicine case study
Year mark = 60% (Theory 50% + Clinical 50%) of the final mark.
Final examination = 40% of the final mark
Continuous and examination
understand the oral environment and the role played by the normal oral
flora and the dental plaque in health and disease
Oral mucosal infections (candidiasis, herpetic stomatitis, varicellazoster infection, coxsackie A virus infection, measles)
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning
Time
Methods of student
assessment
PMG310
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
None
None
None
Contact with lecturer /Tutor
Assignments & tasks
Tests & examinations included in lecture time
Self-study
Practicals included in contact time
Other (specify) library, internet administration
Total learning time:
CEM 50 (tests, assignments, OSCE)
Exam 50% (2 x 1 hour papers for 50 marks
each)
50 hours
10 hours
25 hours
15 hours
100 hours
the basic clinical signs and symptoms of the normal cardio vascular
system and the disorders
Hypertension
Heart failure
Cardiac arrest
the basic clinical signs and symptoms of the normal respiratory system
and the disorders
Respiratory failure
Pneumothorax
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning
Time
Methods of student
assessment
the basic clinical signs and symptoms of the normal alimentary system
and the disorders
Liver failure
Hepatitis
the basic clinical signs and symptoms of the normal genito-renal
system and the disorders
Renal failure
the basic clinical signs and symptoms of the normal nervous system
and the disorders
Head injuries
Strokes
Anaemias
Platelet disorders
Leukemias
Bleeding disorders
integration of history and examination for the medical and surgical
patient including
The skin
Haemoglobin
Haematocrit
Serum electrolytes
Renal function
Liver function
Chest radiography
MCS of urine/blood
None
None
None
Contact with lecturer /Tutor
Practicals/bed-side teaching
Self-study /Assignment tasks
Tests & examinations
Total learning time:
2 Assignments (Journal record case write up)
OSCE/practical evaluation
Written examination (end of module)
Total
77
30 hours
20 hours
30 hours
20 hours
100 hours
50%
25%
25%
100%
PRO300
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
Prosthetic Dentistry I
Prosthetic Dentistry
Introduction to Removable Complete Dentures
Prosthetic Dentistry I
PRO300
15
Year
Semester 1 & 2
BDS
7
Occlusion
Repairs
None
None
None
Contact with lecturer /Tutor
35 hours
Assignments & tasks
8 hours
Tests & examinations
8 hours
Self-study
14 hours
Practicals / Clinicals
77 hours
Other (Audiovisual Aids)
8 hours
Total learning time:
150 hours
Achievement of Minimum Clinical Quota
(subminimum = 50%)
Clinical Assessment /Tests /
Assignments
60%
Examination
40%
78
RAT300
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
PAT310
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Radiographic Techniques II
Diagnostics and Radiology
Radiographic Techniques I
Radiographic Techniques II
RAT300
5
Year
Semester 1 & 2
BDS
7
On completion of this module, the student will be able to:
Identify technique and processing errors and know the cause and
correction of these errors
Systemic Pathology
Oral Pathology
Systemic Pathology
Systemic Pathology
PAT310
10
Semester
Semester 1
79
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
BDS
7
On completion of this module, the student will be able to:
Cardiovascular abnormalities
Disorders of skin
Respiratory disorders
Endocrine abnormalities
Gastrointestinal disorders
Hepatobiliary disorders
80
40 hours
40 hours
5 hours
15 hours
100 hours
50%
50%
SSD320
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
identify factors which put these groups at risk for poor general and
oral health
explain the legal rights of special care groups and report human rights
abuses
81
BDS IV
AMD400
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
porcelain systems
ceramics
metal alloys
conventional endodontic post systems
aesthetic post systems
core materials for endodontic post systems
soft bases in prosthetics
classification, composition, setting reaction, properties, uses and
handling of the following advanced restorative materials
temporary restorative materials
luting cements
bite registration materials in fixed and removable
prosthodontics
everyday materials needed/used for laboratory procedures in fixed
and removable prosthodontics
classification, properties, handling of vital bleaching agents
patient selection for vital bleaching procedures
None
None
None
Contact with lecturer /Tutor
60 hours
Practicals
5 hours
Tests
15 hours
Self-study
20 hours
Total learning time:
100 hours
Continous Assessemnt: 60% of final mark
Final Examination: 40% of final mark
82
ANS400
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning
Time
Methods of student
assessment
50 hours
10 hours
10 hours
15 hours
15 hours
100 hours
CON400
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
work done.
Additional requirements:
two semester tests one near the end of each
semester
each student must submit at least one completed
assignment
1X3 hour written examination at the end of the
course
oral and/or clinical examinations where required
Year mark will be made up of:
Clinical involvement:
Assignment:
Semester tests:
Written examination:
10%
10%
20%
60%
Conservative Dentistry II
Restorative Cluster
Conservative Dentistry II
Conservative Dentistry II
CON400
15
Year
Semester 1 & 2
BDS
8
the student should:
elements of aesthetics
principles of occlusion
None
None
None
84
Breakdown of Learning
Time
Methods of student
assessment
DRE410
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
30 hours
3 hours
10 hours
7 hours
100 hours
150 hours
60%
40%
Dental Research
Community Oral Health
Dental Research
Dental Research
DRE410
5
Year
Semester 1 & 2
BDS
8
On completion of the module, the student will be able to
85
Breakdown of Learning
Time
Methods of student
assessment
RAD400
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
60%
40%
86
Coursework
(tests, assignments, clinical work, OSCEs)
Examination
END400
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
30 hours
10 hours
15 hours
20 hours
30 hours
100 hours
50%
50%
Endodontics
Restorative Cluster
Endodontics
Endodontics
END400
10
Year
Semester 1 & 2
BDS
8
On completion of this module, the student should be able to:
endodontic medicaments
87
MFS400
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Manage patients with cysts and tumours of the mouth and jaws
Medical emergencies
Impacted teeth
Bleeding tendencies
Orthognathic surgery
88
Breakdown of Learning
Time
Methods of student
assessment
OMP400
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
40 hours
10 hours
150 hours
200 hours
50%
50%
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning
Time
Methods of student
assessment
OPA400
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
NQF Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
NQF Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
60 hours
10 hours
10 hours
30 hours
90 hours
200 hours
60%
40%
Oral Pathology
Oral Pathology
Oral Pathology
Oral Pathology
OPA400
20
Year
Semester 1 & 2
BDS
8
On completion of this module, the student should be able to:
correctly use the terminology of oral pathology in oral and written
communication.
be able to apply the principles of investigations and diagnosis of oral
lesions and disease by using histology and cytopathological sampling
methods
classify (where possible) and describe the aetiology,
pathogenesis, clinical, pertinent radiographic and histological features, the
prognosis and explain the principles of treatment of:
o commonly occurring developmental and acquired disturbances of
teeth and their supporting structures
o stomatitis (infective and non-infective)
o disorders of facial bones and jaws
o disorders of the oral mucosa and oral soft tissues
o salivary gland disease
Revision of normal histology of oral hard and soft tissues
Pathology of the jaw bones and dental apparatus
Pathology of the oral mucosa and the supporting soft tissues
Pathology of the salivary glands
Pathology of the oral manifestations in the medically
compromised patient
Theory and practice of oral pathology investigations.
90
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning
Time
Methods of Student
Assessment
Faculty
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-numeric Code
NQF Level
NQF Credit Value
Duration
Proposed semester to be
offered
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Year Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
None
None
None
Contact with lecturer / tutor:
Assignments & tasks:
Assessment
Practicals:
Selfstudy
Other: Please specify
Total Learning Time
Continuous (50%)
Examination (50%)
70
0
15
5
110
0
200
Dentistry
Orthodontics
Orthodontics
Orthodontics
ORT400
8
20
Year
First and Second Semester
BDS
BDS IV
On completion of this module, the student should be able to:
Cephalometrics
Space analysis
Bolton analysis
Orthodontic materials
Anchorage
Treatment of anomalies
Pre-requisite modules
Co-requisite modules
Prohibited module
Combination
A. Breakdown of Learning
Time
Contact with lecturer / tutor:
Assignments & tasks
Assessment
Self-study
Practicals
Total Learning Time
Method of Student
Assessment
Assessment Module type
Orthodontic appliances
Orthopedic appliances
70
20
10
20
80
200
Test/assignment 50%
Examination 50%
Continuous and Examination
Faculty
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-numeric Code
NQF Level
NQF Credit Value
Duration
Dentistry
Paediatric Dentistry
Paediatric Dentistry
Paediatric Dentistry
PED 400
8
15
Year
Proposed semester to be
offered
Programmes in which
the module will be
offered
Year Level
Main Outcomes
BDS IV
On completion of the module, the student should be able to:
Communication:
Communicate with the paediatric patient and the parent/ caregiver as well as
other health professionals
Refer patient to the appropriate health care provider when necessary
Diagnosis and treatment planning:
Formulate a diagnosis and comprehensive treatment plan taking the
patients treatment needs into consideration
Behaviour Management
Distinguish between normal and abnormal physical and psychological
development of the child
Apply the principles of behavior management
Identify the need to refer for pharmacotherapeutic intervention (sedation/
GA)
Prevention
Select suitable preventive measures that are relevant to each clinical
situation
Plan a preventive strategy tailored to the patientss needs
92
Main Content
Pre-requisite modules
Co-requisite modules
Prohibited module
Combination
Caries management
Recogise the state and extent of the decay in the primary tooth
- Active, arrested or rampant to effect treatment.
Restorative
Identify the morphologic differences between primary and permanent teeth and
the impact it has on restorative procedures
Treat caries relevant restorative techniques
Select the appropriate restorative materials and motivate choice of
materials
Pulp therapy
Recognise the indications and constraindications for all pulp therapy
procedures in a child.
Perform pulp therapy procedure on primary and permanent teeth
Prosthetic procedure
Identify malocclusions and recognise the need for interceptive treatment and/
or orthodontic referral
Construct appliances for space maintenance
Trauma
Distinguish between and manage different types of dental trauma
Hard and soft tissue lesions
Distinguish between normal and abnormal anatomy of the oral cavity
Provide comprehensive dental care for the common oral and dental
diseases in the child patients
Special needs patients
Provide integrated management of patients requiring more specialised care i.e.
patients with medical, mental and physical disabilities and/ or diseases
Recognise and appropriately report suspected cases of child abuse and
neglect.
Manage paediatric patients with systemic diseases and disabilities.
Refer the patient to the appropriate health care provider when necessary.
Pre Clinical Component
To familiarize the student with specific paediatric restorative techniques
including strip crowns, stainless steel crowns and pulp therapy
Theoretical Component:
Introduction to and basis for Paediatric dentistry.
First appointment, diagnosis and treatment planning
Dental caries and gingivitis in children.
Clinical prevention role of oral hygiene, diet, fluorides, and fissure
sealants for the child.
Psychological development of the child
Non pharmacotherapeutic behaviour management
Pharmacotherapeutic behaviour management methods (inhalation sedation,
intravenous sedation and general anaesthesia)
Restorative dentistry for the child patient
Pulp therapy for primary and permanent teeth.
Dental trauma of the primary and young permanent dentition.
Prosthetics, mouth guards, and space maintainers for children.
Common soft and hard tissue lesions in children.
The special care patient physically, intellectually, emotionally, and/or
medically compromised.
The neglected and abused childe
None
None
None
93
A. Breakdown of
Learning Time
Preclinical
Contact with lecturer /
tutor:
Tests & examinations
Self-study
Clinical
Other (library)
Total Learning Time
Method of Student
Assessment
12
25
6
19
78
10
150
Clinical Assessment & Test
Written, OSCE and Oral Examination
PRE410:
Home Department:
Module Topic:
Generic Module Name:
Alpha-Numeric Code:
Credit Value:
Duration:
Proposed Semester/ Term:
Programmes in which the
module will be offered:
Prevention
Community Oral Health
Prevention
Prevention
PRE410
10
Semester
Semester 1
BDS
Level:
Main outcomes:
8
On completion of the module, the student will be able to:
explain philosophical issues in prevention and health promotion
critique intervention issues around fluoride, diet, sugar and dental caries.
appraise the relative merits of different prevention options based on evidence
based dentistry
The module covers topics broadly related to:
A conceptual basis for dental prevention priorities
Caries prevention and the notion of risk
Caries, fluoride and fluoridation
Public oral health and clinical interventions (e.g. fissure sealants, fluoride
gel, etc.)
Diet, nutrition and oral health
Preventing the ignored oral diseases (noma, HIV, hepatitis, etc.)
A rationale for rating different oral disease prevention strategies
None
None
None
Main content:
Pre-requisite Modules:
Co-requisite Modules:
Prohibited Module
Combinations
Breakdown of Learning
Time:
Methods of student
assessment:
PRO400
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Prosthetics II
Restrorative Dentistry
Prosthetic Dentistry II
Prosthetic Dentistry II
PRO400
20
Semester
Semester 1 & 2
BDS
8
On completion of this module, the student should be able to:
manage patients that present with advanced complications as result of
their edentulous state
describe jaw relations and movements
describe and evaluate the biomechanical aspects of tooth
arrangement
identify and demonstrate the use of alternative occlusal schemes and
techniques
demonstrate the use of complex articulators
identify and correct complex post-insertion problems
evaluate and describe the principle, rationale and technique in the
placement of relines and resilient liners
identify and describe the biological aspects, principles and techniques in
the construction of single dentures.
define and describe the changes in form and function of the mouth and
jaw, brought about by the loss of some teeth
identify the possible social, behavioural and functional
consequences of tooth loss;
design an appropriate treatment plan
evaluate and justify the use of acrylic- /metal-based major connector
evaluate and recommend the appropriateness of treatment
review clinical procedures
alternate impression techniques
establishment of jaw relations
use of advanced articulators
alternate methods and materials in denture construction
management of undercuts
occlusion and occlusal schemes
aesthetics
tissue conditioning, relining, rebasing procedures
immediate dentures
single dentures
removable partial dentures
denture related lesions
denture failures
None
None
None
95
Breakdown of Learning
Time
Methods of student
assessment
Continuous (60%)
Examination (40%)
PRT410
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the module
will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
30 hours
6 hours
7 hours
10 hours
145 hours
100 hours
apply the principles of design to both acrylic-based and metalbased removable partial dentures.
Choice, Properties and Applications of materials used
Laboratory and Clinical Procedures
Surveyors
Biomechanics of Removable Partial Dentures
Major & Minor Connectors; Retainers
Principles of RPD Design
Repairs and Additions to existing PDs
Kennedy Classification
None
None
None
Contact with lecturer / tutor
12 hours
Assignments & tasks
5 hours
Tests & examinations
3 hours
Self-study
10 hours
Practicals / Clinicals
20 hours
Total learning time:
50 hours
Written Test
100%
96
BDS V
ART510
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning
Time
Methods of student
assessment
CLD512
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
occlusal splints
veneers
inlays, onlays
provisional restorations
None
None
None
Contact with lecturer / tutor
Assignments & tasks
Tests & examinations
Practicals:
Self Study
Total learning time:
Continuous Assessment (formative)
Final Examination
Pre-Clinical Practical (40 % of total)
Written Examination: (60 % of total)
Clinical Dentistry V
Prosthetic Dentistry
Clinical Dentistry V
Clinical Dentistry V
CLD512
80
Semester
Semester 2
BDS
97
30 hours
10 hours
5 hours
55 hours
0 hours
100 hours
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning
Time
8
On completion of this module, the student should be able to:
obtain and record a relevant and detailed medical and dental history,
which identifies both the possible effects of oral disease on medical wellbeing and the medical conditions that affect oral health or dental
treatment
communicate and interact with other members of the oral team and other
health care professional and providers, so as to co-ordinate the total
health care of the patient.
Integration of diagnosis, clinical approaches, treatment options, treatment
plans, and clinical treatments
Integrated case-based discussions and tutorials
Clinical application of the following disciplines:
Conservative dentistry
Prosthetic dentistry
Orthodontic dentistry
Paediatric dentistry
Oral radiology
Maxillofacial and oral surgery
Oral Medicine and periodontology
Oral Pathology
Pharmacology
Anaesthesiology
None CON511, OMP511, MFS511, PED511, PRO511 and ORT511
None
None
Methods of student
assessment
Faculty
Dentistry
Home Department
Module Topic
Alpha-numeric Code
MFS511
NQF Level
98
50 hours
150 hours
350 hours
240 hours
10 hours
800 hours
10
Duration
Semester
Proposed semester to be
offered
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Year level
Semester 1
BDS
BDS V
Pre-requisite modules
Co-requisite modules
None
Prohibited module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning
Time
None
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Method of Student
Assessment
Assessment Module type
99
10
70
5
15
100
Faculty
Dentistry
Home Department
Alpha-numeric Code
OMP 511
NQF Level
10
Duration
Semester
Proposed semester to be
offered
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Year level
Semester 1
Main Outcomes
Pre-requisite modules
Co-requisite modules
None
Prohibited module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning
Time
None
Main Content
Method of Student
Assessment
BDS
BDS V
100
23
12
29
6
30
100
Faculty
Dentistry
Home Department
Restorative
Module Topic
Conservative dentistry
Alpha-numeric Code
CON511
NQF Level
15
Duration
Semester
Proposed semester to be
offered
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Year level
Semester 1
Main Outcomes
Pre-requisite modules
Co-requisite modules
None
Prohibited module
Combination
None
Main Content
BDS
BDS V
101
Breakdown of Learning
Time
Method of Student
Assessment
Assessment Module Type
Faculty
Dentistry
Home Department
Orthodontics
Module Topic
Clinical Orthodontics
Clinical Orthodontics
Alpha-numeric Code
ORT 511
NQF Level
10
Duration
Semester
Semester 1
BDS.
BDS. V
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite modules
Co-requisite modules
10
120
5
15
150
102
None
Hours
40 hours
5 hours
Practicals:
40 hours
Assessments
5 hours
Self study
10 hours
100 hrs
Continuous 50%
Examination 50%
Continuous and examination
Dentistry
Home Department
Prosthetics
Module Topic
Alpha-numeric Code
PRO 511
NQF Level
10
Duration
Semester
Proposed semester to be
offered
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Year level
Semester 1
Main Outcomes
Main Content
BDS
BDS V
103
Pre-requisite modules
None
Co-requisite modules
None
Prohibited
module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning
Time
Contact with lecturer / tutor:
None
Practicals:
60 hours
Assessments
4 hours
Selfstudy
20 hours
100 hours
Method
of
Student
Assessment
Assessment Module type
Continuous (60%)
Examination (40%)
Continuous and examination
Hours
16 hours
Faculty
Dentistry
Home Department
Paediatric Dentistry
Module Topic
Paediatric Dentistry V
Paediatric Dentistry V
Alpha-numeric Code
PED 511
NQF Level
10
Duration
Semester
First semester
BDS
BDS V
Main Outcomes
104
Pre-requisite modules
Co-requisite modules
None
None
Hours
15 hours
4 hours
Practicals:
60 hours
Main Content
Assessments
7 hours
Selfstudy
14 hours
100 hours
ETH521
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the module
will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Ethics
Community Oral Health
Ethics
Ethics
ETH521
5
Year
Semester 1
BDS
8
At the end of the module the student will be able to:
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
None
None
Contact with lecturer / tutor
1 Assignment
Self-study
Total learning time:
1 Assignment
10 hours
20 hours
20 hours
50 hours
100%
HSY500
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the module
will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
Health Systems
Community Oral Health
Health Systems
Health Systems
HSY500
10
Semester
Semester 1
BDS
8
On completion of this module, the student will be able to:
recognise the main structural features of different health systems
compare the advantages and disadvantages of different delivery
systems
explain and compare the merits of the different health financing
systems in existence here and abroad
explain competing oral health policy imperatives in existence
critically evaluate some aspect of health care delivery
survey, describe and compare the administrative and economic
workings of a private dental practice and a community health facility
This module covers topics broadly related to the following sections:
Types of health systems
Health financing
Health policy
Human resources
Oral health strategies
None
None
None
Contact with lecturer / tutor
25 hours
2 Assignments
30 hours
Tests & examinations
15 hours
Self-study
10 hours
Practicals
20 hours
Total learning time:
100 hours
2 Assignments
70%
Test
30%
106
IMP500
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the module
will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
Implants
Prosthetic Dentistry & Oral Surgery
Implants
Implants
IMP500
5
Semester
Semster 1
BDS
8
At the end of the module the student will be able to:
describe the principles and practices involved in the use of osseointegrated implants
describe the risks and benefits of both root and implant supported overdenture therapy
Obturators
Implants
Osseo-integration
Patient selection
Surgical protocol
107
PRM500
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the module
will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
Practice Management
Conservative Dentistry
Practice Management
Practice Management
PRM500
5
Semester
Semester 2
BDS
8
On completion on this module, the student should able to:
identify the legislative and professional bodies and documents
governing the dental profession
analyze factors in the external environment that may affect the
business of a dental practice
apply the key principles of managing a successful dental
practice
locate the financial tools necessary to finance, manage and audit
a dental practice
describe and negotiate on issues of employment such as
contracts, salaries and conditions of employment
explain the dynamics of teamwork in a dental environment
explain the legal and ethical responsibilities of professional
health care practice in South Africa
apply systematic controls to assure quality of care and ethical
dental practice
identify common areas of stress among dentists and apply stress
management techniques
identify and apply opportunities for professional and personal
development
Financial management
Stress management
108
BOH I
ALD110
Home Department
Module Topic
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning
Time
Academic Literacy
Community Oral Health
Academic Literacy for Oral Health
ALD110
10
Year
Semester 1 & 2
BDS,BOH
5
On
use Greek and Latin roots to explain the meaning of dental terms
use email.
30 hours
15 hours
25 hours
70 hours
14 hours
7 hours
5 hours
4 hours
30 hours
100 hours
Methods of Student
Assessment
Methods of student
assessment
Faculty
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-numeric Code
NQF Level
NQF Credit Value
Duration
Proposed semester to be
offered
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Year level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Academic Literacy
Digital Literacy
Continuous
Dentistry
Oral Hygiene
Clinical Practice I
Clinical Practice I
CLP 100
5
15
Semester
Second semester
BOH
BOH I
On completion of this module, students should be able to:
Explain the need for infection control; basic principles of medical
microbiology and immunity; the classification of microorganisms;
modes of transmission of microorganisms; the principles of humanmicrobe interaction; human diseases caused by microorganisms.
Practice infection control in the clinical setting.
Take a basic medical, dental and social history.
Perform a basic oral examination.
Describe the hard and soft tissue using appropriate terminology.
Identify instruments for oral hygiene procedures.
Handle a basic medical emergency treatment in the dental clinic
Apply oral hygiene self-care practices
Educate a peer on oral hygiene self-care practices
Classification of bacteria, viruses, fungi and protozoa of medical
importance
Normal flora of the human body
Basic immunity
Transmission and pathogenesis of microbial infections
Infection control, methods of disinfection and sterilization
The modes of action of antimicrobials used to treat infections
Patient preparation
Ergonomics ( patient & operator positions; positions in relation to
work environment)
Introduction to history taking- social, medical and dental
histories
The oral examination procedure
Hard and soft tissue charting
110
Pre-requisite modules
Co-requisite modules
Prohibited module
Combination
A. Breakdown of Learning
Time
Contact with lecturer /
tutor:
Assignments & tasks:
Assessment
Practicals
Self-Study
Total Learning Time
Method of Student
Assessment
Assessment Module type
ADP120
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
70
15
12
15
38
150
Tests/Spot tests
Assignments
Examination
Continuous and Examination
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning
Time
Methods of student
assessment
None
None
None
Faculty
Dentistry
Home Department
Oral Biology
Module Topic
Alpha-numeric Code
HBO101
NQF Level
10
Duration
Year
Proposed semester to be
offered
Semester 1 and 2
112
90 hours
20 hours
10 hours
40 hours
40 hours
200 hours
30%
30%
40%
BOH
Main Outcomes
Pre-requisite modules
Identify the tissues and structures derived from each of the primary
embryonic tissues
Early embryology
Introduction to genetics.
Acid-base balance
Calcium metabolism
None
Co-requisite modules
None
Prohibited module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning
Time
Contact with lecturer / tutor:
None
10 hours
Practicals:
12 hours
Assessments
12 hours
Self study
18 hours
100 hours
Method of Student
Assessment
Assessment Module type
Main Content
BOH I
Hours
48 hours
Faculty
Dentistry
Home Department
Oral Biology
Module Topic
113
Alpha-numeric Code
HBO102
NQF Level
10
Duration
Year
Proposed semester to be
offered
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Year level
Semester 1 and 2
Main Outcomes
Pre-requisite modules
craniofacial embryology
odontogenesis
biofilms
calculus
temporomandibular joint
tooth sensitivity
chemistry of fluoride
Co-requisite modules
None
Prohibited module
None
Main Content
BOH
BOH I
114
Combination
Hours
Breakdown of Learning
Time
Contact with lecturer / tutor:
48
10
Practicals:
12
Assessments
12
Selfstudy
18
100
Method of Student
Assessment
Assessment Module type
Continuous (50%)
Examination (50%)
Continuous and examination
HDP124
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning
Time
Definition of Health.
Introduction to development.
16 hours
16 hours
2 hours
16 hours
Methods of student
assessment
HPD111
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the module
will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
AFR003
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the module
will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
50 hours
60%
40%
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
XHO003
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
None
None
None
Contact with lecturer / tutor
Assignments and tasks
Tests and examinations
Self-study
Total learning time:
Class tests/tasks /orals
Examinations
42 hours
12 hours
4 hours
42 hours
100 hours
50%
50%
Introduction to Xhosa
Xhosa Department
Introduction to Xhosa
Introduction to Xhosa (BOH)
XHO003
10
Semester
Semester 1
BOH
5
On completion of the module, the student should be able to:
use Xhosa for basic communication with patient, including the use
of appropriate vocabulary and correct grammar
greeting and asking after well being
getting acquainted and exchanging pleasantries
establishing a professional relationship
questions and responses
requests, suggestions, and explanations with particular
emphasis on appropriate structures within the dental care context
taking leave
None
None
None
117
42 hours
12 hours
4 hours
42 hours
100 hours
Examinations
50%
50%
Faculty
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-numeric Code
NQF Level
NQF Credit Value
Duration
Proposed semester to be offered
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Dentistry
Oral Pathology
Oral Diseases
Oral Diseases
ODS120
5
10
Semester
Semester 2
BOH
Year Level
BOH I
Main Outcomes
define neoplasia
neoplasms
explain the consequence of malignancy
describe the manner in which malignant neoplasms
spread
carcinogenesis in neoplasia
aenemias
hemorrhagic diseases
immunodeficiencies
cervical lymphadenopathy
None
None
None
Main Content
Pre-requisite modules
Co-requisite modules
Prohibited module Combination
A. Breakdown of Learning Time
Contact with lecturer / tutor
Assignments and tasks
Tests and examinations
Self-study
Total learning time:
Method of Student Assessment
Assessment Module type
60
10
12
18
100
Assessments
Examination
Continuous and Examination
RAD123
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
Radiography I
Diagnostics and Radiology
Radiography I
Radiography I
RAD123
5
Semester
Semester 2
BOH
119
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
Faculty
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-numeric Code
NQF Level
NQF Credit Value
Duration
Proposed semester to be
offered
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Year Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Dentistry
Oral Hygiene
Social Science for Oral Health
Social Science for Oral Health
SSD112
5
15
Semester
First Semester
BOH
BOH I
On completion of this module, students will be able to:
cognitive development
personality development
learning theories
memory
120
Pre-requisite modules
Co-requisite modules
Prohibited module
Combination
A. Breakdown of Learning
Time
Method of Student
Assessment
Assessment Module type
thoughts
motivation
Introduction to sociology
social influence
culture
basic communication
communication arenas
persuasive communication
public speaking
121
BOH II
CLP200
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the module
will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Clinical Practice II
Oral Hygiene
Clinical Practice II
Clinical Practice II
CLP200
35
Year
Year
BOH
6
On completion of this module students should be able to:
Fluoride therapy
Polishing of teeth
Polishing of restorations
Extrinsic stain removal
Treatment of dentine sensitivity- treatment of abrasion
lesions
Radiographic examination
Detailed care plan within the scope of practice for the oral
hygienist that has been consented to by the patient
Re-assess, set new goals and design care plan to achieve set
goals
123
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
None
None
None
Contact with lecturer / tutor
Assignments and tasks
Assessment
Practicals
Self study
Other: patient care/education, preclinical,
work on each other
Total learning time:
Tests, practical work, OSCE
Examination
Continuous and final
90 hours
30 hours
20 hours
20 hours
80 hours
110 hours
350 hours
60%
40%
Faculty
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-numeric Code
NQF Level
NQF Credit Value
Duration
Proposed semester to be
offered
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Year Level
Dentistry
Oral Hygiene
Clinical Oral Health II
Clinical Oral health II
CON201
6
15
Year
Semester 1 and 2
Main Outcomes
BOH
BOH II
124
Main Content
Conservative Dentistry
Fissure sealants
Temporary restorations
ART in dentistry
Class V restorations
Pre-requisite modules
Co-requisite modules
Prohibited module
Combination
A. Breakdown of Learning
Time
Contact with lecturer / tutor:
Practicals:
Self-study
Orthodontics
Record taking
Cephalometry
Impression taking
Prosthetics
Geriodontology
Complete dentures
Partial dentures
Implantology
Tissue conditioners
None
None
None
Hours
Contact with lecturer / tutor
Cons 20 Hours
Pros 20 Hours
Ortho 20 Hours
Assignments & Tasks:
Cons 20 Hours
Pros 10 Hours
Ortho 20 Hours
Practicals
Cons 10 Hours
Pros: 10 Hours
Ortho: 10 Hours
Self study
Cons 5 Hours
Pros 5 Hours
Ortho 5 Hours
150 Hours
Continuous Assessment:
Class Tests
Practicals
Final Examination:
Written:
A sub-minimum of 40% should be attained in each component:
Conservative Dentistry, Prosthetics and Orthodontics
A 50% mark must be obtained in the practical assessments of each
component
Continuous and Examination
126
LOS200
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
None
None
None
127
50 hours
10 hours
10 hours
30 hours
100 hours
MHD223
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
70%+
30%
50%
40%
What is epidemiology?
Planning a study
EpiInfo 200
None
None
128
None
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
ODS210
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Test 1
Test 2
Assignment
Assignment mark determined by:
Group poster
40 hours
15 hours
2 hours
18 hours
5 hours
100 hours
25%
25%
50%
Oral Diseases II
Oral Medicine and Periodontology
Oral Diseases II
Oral Diseases II
ODS210
10
Year
1
BOH
6
on completion of this module students will be able to:
129
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning
Time
identify and describe odontogenic cysts and tumours, tumourlike lesions of the jaws, benign and malignant neoplasms of
hard and soft tissues of the mouth, pre-malignant lesions of the
oral mucosa and oral cancer.
terminology
clinical examination
dental caries
mucosal infections
tongue disorders
oral pre-malignancy
Methods of student
assessment
Faculty
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-numeric Code
NQF Level
NQF Credit Value
Duration
Proposed semester to be
offered
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Dentistry
Oral Medicine and Periodontology
Periodontology for Oral Health
Periodontology for Oral Health
PER210
6
5
Semester
First semester
BOH
130
40
15
12
3
30
0
100
Year Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite modules
Co-requisite modules
Prohibited module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning
Time
Method of Student
Assessment
Assessment Module type
BOH II
On completion of this module, students should be able to:
Use basic periodontology terminology correctly
Correctly describe anatomical locations within the oral cavity
Describe and conduct a systematic procedure for examining patient for
periodontal disease
Describe the periodontium and its components
Classify periodontal diseases
Identify and diagnose clinically and radiographically the different types
of periodontal disease
Correlate the clinical features and pathogenesis of periodontal diseases
Explain the causes of gingival enlargements and recession and identify
them clinically
Explain the different factors that contribute to periodontal disease
Treat the diagnosed condition or refer the patient to the appropriate
practitioner for treatment
Evaluate the patients response to treatment and implement a
maintenance programme
Provide an explanation of periodontal surgery, osseointegrated implants
and wound healing
Anatomy and physiology of the periodontium
Aetiological factors of periodontitis- local and systemic
Classification, clinical and radiological diagnosis of non-specific g
ingivitis and periodontitis
Treatment planning for the periodontally affected patient
Treatment of non-specific gingivitis and periodontitis
Acute, chronic, hormonal and hyper-plastic periodontal diseases
Rationale for periodontal surgery and the referral of complex
treatment and management
Periodontic-endodontic lesions, restorative, orthodontic
Periodontal wound healing
Maintenance and prevention after treatment of gingivitis and
periodontitis
Periodontal emergencies
Osseo-integrated implants
None
None
None
Contact with lecturer / tutor
25 hours
Assessment
10 hours
Self-Study
15 hours
Total learning time:
50 hours
Test,
OSCEs and written examination
Continuous and Examination
131
RAD200
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the module
will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
Radiography II
Diagnostics and Radiology
Radiography II
Radiography II
RAD 200
15
Year
1&2
BOH
6
132
Faculty
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-numeric Code
NQF Level
NQF Credit Value
Duration
Proposed semester to be
offered
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Year Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite modules
Co-requisite modules
Prohibited module
Combination
A. Breakdown of Learning
Time
Dentistry
Oral Hygiene
Oral Health Promotion
Oral Health Promotion I
OHP212
6
20
Semester
Semester 1
BOH
2
On completion of this module, the student should be able to:
100
20
15
25
40
200 hours
Continuous assessment:
Tests, health promotion activities, school based project
Final examination
Continuous and examination
Faculty
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-numeric Code
NQF Level
NQF Credit Value
Duration
Proposed semester to be
offered
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Dentistry
School of pharmacy
Pharmacology
Pharmacology for Oral Health
POH121
6
5
Semester
2nd Semester
Year Level
Main Outcomes
2
On completion of the module student will be able to:
Discuss and explain the pharmacology and uses of analgesics (Narcotic and
non narcotic) and anti inflammatory drugs (steroidal and non
steroidal)
Discuss the principles of sedation and the use of local and general
anesthetics.
Main Content
BOH
134
Pre-requisite modules
Co-requisite modules
Prohibited module
Combination
A. Breakdown of Learning
Time
Contact with lecturer /
tutor:
Assessment
o
Mouthwashes
Sedatives and Anxiolytics
o
Mechanism of action, effects, side effects, toxic effects, clinical uses
Anesthetics
o
Conscious sedation
o
Indications
o
Contra indications
o
Mechanism of action
o
Pre medication
o
Routes of administration
o
Stages of analgesia
o
Phases of general anesthesia
o
Tranquilizers: Mechanism of action, effects, side effects, toxic effects and
clinical uses
None
None
None
26
Lecturers p.w.
Practicals p.w.
Tutorials p.w.
0
Practicals:
Self-study
Total Learning Time
Method of Student
Assessment
Assessment Module type
0
16
50
Tests/Quiz/Assignments:
Examinations: Written
CFA
SPC210
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
135
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning
Time
Methods of student
assessment
consult and refer special needs patients and groups with special needs to
other health professionals
counseling skills
womens health and oral health
the geriatric care
medical and other compromised children and adults:
Cancer
Diabetes mellitus
Acquired Immune Deficiency
Blood disorders
Cardiac conditions
Epilepsy
Renal
Alcohol dependent/Substance abuse
Abused
HIV
Cleft lip and palate
Downs syndrome and other mentally comprised conditions
The physical and psychological compromised
Psychiatric and personality disorders
Sensory deprived
None
None
None
Contact with lecturer / tutor
Assignments and Tasks
Tests and Examinations
Practicals
Self Study
Total learning time:
Tests
Assignments/OSCE
Examination
136
120 hours
30 hours
15 hours
10 hours
25 hours
200 hours
40%
20%
40%
BOH III
ARS300
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning
Time
Methods of student
assessment
Applied Research
Oral Hygiene
Applied Research
Applied Research
ARS300
20
Year
BOH
7
On completion of this module students should be able to:
ethical considerations
quantitative research
sampling
data collection
data quality
data analysis
137
90 hours
15 hours
5 hours
90 hours
200 hours
20%
10%
70%
Faculty
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-numeric Code
NQF Level
NQF Credit Value
Duration
Proposed semester to be
offered
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Year level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite modules
Co-requisite modules
Prohibited module
Combination
Dentistry
Oral Hygiene
Clinical Practice III
Clinical Practice III
CLP 300
7
40
Year
Year
BOH
III
On completion of this module the student should be able to:
Describe the different approaches to the oral hygienist within the dental
team and within the south African context
Completely perform the clinical role of the oral hygienist within the
dental team and within the South African context
Paediatrics
Periodontics
Orthodontics
Dental implants
Esthetics in dentistry
138
A. Breakdown of Learning
Time(example)
Contact with lecturer / tutor:
Assignments & tasks:
Assessment
Practicals
Self study
Other: Patient care in
various practices
Total Learning Time
Method of Student
Assessment
EPM312
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
120
25
15
240
400
Continuous assessment
Clinical assessment
Test/OSCE
Case Study
Seminar
Examination
Continuous and Examination
Describe key ethical, moral and social principles underlying the notion of
human rights
Explain the relationship between human rights and the ethics of health
care
Develop a mission statement and goals for the oral hygienist in practice
Describe employment opportunities and job search strategies for the oral
hygienist in South Africa
Describe why stress is common among oral hygienists and list stress
management techniques
139
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Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
Methods of student
assessment
HSY300
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Professional development
60 hours
30 hours
10 hours
100 hours
50%
50%
Health Systems
Community Dentistry
Health Systems
Health Systems
HSY300
5
Term
1
BDS, BOH
7
On completion of this module the student should be able to:
140
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning
Time
Methods of student
assessment
Health financing
Health policy
Human resources
25 hours
30 hours
20 hours
15 hours
10 hours
100 hours
Faculty
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-numeric Code
NQF Level
NQF Credit Value
Duration
Dentistry
Oral Hygiene
Oral Diseases and Prevention
Oral Diseases and Prevention
ODP310
7
25
Semester
Proposed semester to be
offered
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Year Level
First Semester
Main Outcomes
BOH
BOH III
141
Main Content
Pre-requisite modules
Co-requisite modules
Prohibited module
Combination
A. Breakdown of Learning
Time
Contact with lecturer / tutor:
Tests & examinations
Assignments & tasks
Quality of care
None
None
None
105
20
40
Self-study
Total Learning Time
85
250
Method of Student
Assessment
Continuous assessment
Assignment/Seminar
Cases/Tasks
Test/mock oral
Examination
Continuous and Examinations
OHP320
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
NQF Level
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Year level
142
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning
Time
Methods of student
assessment
Assessment Module Type
None
Contact with lecturer / tutor
Assignments and Tasks
Assessments:
Practicals
Self Study
Total learning time:
Continuous assessment (60%)
Final examination (40%)
Continuous and Examination
RAD301
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
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Proposed Semester/ Term
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will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
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Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
110 hours
20 hours
6 hours
40 hours
24 hours
200 hours
temporomandibular joint
144
Faculty
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-numeric Code
NQF Level
NQF Credit Value
Duration
Proposed semester to be offered
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Year Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite modules
Co-requisite modules
Prohibited module Combination
A. Breakdown of Learning Time
Contact with lecturer / tutor:
Assignments and Tasks
Assessment
Self Study
Other please specify
Patient care in various practices
Total Learning Time
Method of Student Assessment
Assessment Module type
Dentistry
Oral Hygiene
Clinical Oral Health III
Clinical Oral Health III
SCP 313
7
10
Year
1st & 2nd Semester
BOH
BOH III
On completion of this module the student should be able to:
A tertiary hospital
145
Main Content
Clinical photography
Material science
Faculty
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-numeric Code
NQF Level
NQF Credit Value
Duration
Proposed semester to be offered
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Year Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Faculty of Dentistry
Restorative Dentistry
Aesthetic Dentistry Module 2
Aesthetic Dentistry
PG Dip Aesthetic Dentistry Module 2
ANS 612
60
Year
Semester 1 & 2
PG Dip (Aesthetic Dentistry)
Year 2
On completion of this module, the student should be able to:
Pre-requisite modules
Co-requisite modules
None
80
540
600
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
END612
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
148
Pre-requisite modules
Co-requisite modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
Methods of Student Assessment
FOD611
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Prerequisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combinations
Breakdown of Learning Time
explain pathological changes that occur in the mouth and jaws for
identification purposes
describe the legal system and the role of the forensic dentist therein.
Assign.1. 15%
Assign 2. 20%
Assign.3. 25%
Assign.4. 40% (Protocol for research publication)
FOD612
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programme in which the module
will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combinations
Breakdown of Learning Time
IMP611
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combinations
Breakdown of Learning Time
IMP612
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
8.2
152
Main Content
153
c.
d.
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
ORS611
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
ORS612
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Bleeding tendencies
Sinus related conditions
Apicectomy
Impactions
Implantology
Soft tissue infections and osteomyelitis
Pre-prosthetic surgery
Traumatology
Surgical pathology
TMJ and facial pain
Introduction to advanced Maxillo-Facial surgery.
None
None
None
Contact with lecturer / tutor:
80 hours
Assignments and tasks:
200 hours
Self study:
200 hours
Practicals/clinical work:
120 hours
Total learning time:
600hours
Assessment of 6 written assignments
The final mark for Part 1:
Assignment 1: 16.67%
Assignment 2: 16.67%
Assignment 3: 16.67%
Assignment 4: 16.67%
Assignment 5: 16.67%
Assignment 6: 16.67%
The combined pass mark for all the assessments for this module is 50%.
PDD (Minor Oral Surgery) Module 2
Maxillo-Facial and Oral Surgery
Minor Oral Surgery
PDD (Minor Oral Surgery) Module 2
ORS612
60
Year (part-time)
Semester 1 & 2
PDD (Minor Oral Surgery)
8.2
At the end of the module the student will be able to:
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combinations
Breakdown of Learning Time
POP611
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combinations
Breakdown of Learning Time
POP612
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Combination Modules
Breakdown of Learning Time
Benign tumours
Premalignant lesions and conditions
Oral cancer
Melanoma and pigmented lesions
Salivary gland diseases
Haematological disorders
Hard tissue pathology
Infections
Cysts odontogenic and other cysts of the oral regions
Odontogenic tumours
Bone disease
Genetic
Developmental
Bone tumours
Fibro-osseous lesions
Maxillary sinus pathology
Temporomandibular joint diseases.
None
None
None
Contact with lecturer / tutor
200 hours
Assignments
200 hours
Self study
100 hours
Practical
60 hours
Visits / Attendance
40 hours
Total learning time
600 hours
There will be four assignments as listed below. Each needs to be passed
with 50%.
Assign.1. 25%
Assign 2. 25%
Assign.3. 25%
Assign.4. 25%
Total: 100%
PDD (Oral Pathology) Module 2
Oral Pathology and Forensic Sciences
Oral Pathology
PDD (Oral Pathology) Module 2
POP612
60
Year (part-time)
Semester 1 & 2
PDD (Oral Pathology)
8.2
At the end of the module the student will be able to:
INO611
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the module
will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of learning time
INO612
Supervision:
100 hours
Total:
600 hours
This part of the programme is based on self-study in consultation with a
project leader. A single final mark is to be awarded for the completed
scientific report. The pass mark for this module is 50% The final mark for
the PDD is derived from Module 1 (50%) plus Module 2 (50%)
PDD (Interceptive Orthodontics) Module 1
Orthodontics
Interceptive Orthodontics
PDD (Interceptive Orthodontics) Module 1
INO611
60
Year (part-time)
Semester 1 & 2
PDD (Interceptive Orthodontics)
8.2
At the end of the module the student will be able to:
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the module
will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of learning time
PED611
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the module
will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Orthodontics
Interceptive Orthodontics
PDD (Interceptive Orthodontics) Module 2
INO612
60
Year (part-time)
Semester 1 & 2
PDD (Interceptive Orthodontics)
8.2
At the end of the module the student will be able to:
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
(hrs)
Main Content
8.2
On completion of the module, the student should be able to:
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Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning time
Main Content
Traumatic Injuries
Fibro-osseous Lesions
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
MFR612
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the module
will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
162
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
163
PAS612
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the module
will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
Faculty
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-numeric Code
NQF Level
NQF Credit Value
Duration
Proposed semester to be offered
Programmes in which the module
will be offered
Year Level
Main Outcomes
II.
III.
Main Content
I.
166
Pre-requisite modules
Co-requisite modules
Prohibited module Combination
Pre-requisite modules
A.Breakdown of Learning Time
Contact with lecturer / tutor:
Assignments & tasks:
Practicals:
Self-study
Total Learning Time
Methods of Student Assessment
Faculty
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-numeric Code
NQF Level
NQF Credit Value
Duration
Proposed semester to be offered
Programmes in which the module
will be offered
Year Level
Main Outcomes
Dentistry
Dept. of oral & Maxillofacial Pathology and Division of Anatomical
Pathology, NHLS Tygerberg Laboratories
Anatomical Pathology, Cytopathology and Morbid Anatomy
Anatomical Pathology for MSc II
ANP812
9
40
Semester
1st Semester of Year 2
MSc Oral Pathology
2
On Completion of this module, the student should be able to:
I) In anatomical and surgical pathology
167
Main Content
Pre-requisite modules
Co-requisite modules
Prohibited module Combination
Pre-requisite modules
A.Breakdown of Learning Time
Contact with lecturer / tutor:
Assignments & tasks:
Assessment
20
Practicals:
160
Self-study
Total Learning Time
Method of Student Assessment
90
400
Continuous practical interactive assessment, portfolio (logbook, post
mortem reports, assignments, journal presentations and topic
seminars)
Examination (written paper, histopathology practical, oral interactive)
A sub minimum of 50% is required for the examination.
Continuous and examination
DNT803 / DNT804
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the module
will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Dentistry Mini-Thesis
Various Departments, depending on disciplinary area of study selected.
Dentistry Mini-Thesis
Dentistry Mini-Thesis
DNT803/ DNT804
40
Y
Semesters 1 & 2
MSc (Dental Public Health); (Forensic Dentistry); (Maxillifacial
Radiology); (Oral Medicine); (Periodontology); (Oral Medicine &
Periodontology); (Oral Pathology); (Paediatric Dentistry); (Restorative
Dentistry)
9
On completion of the module, the student will be able to:
169
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
DPH810
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the module
will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
None
None
Contact time/Supervisor time:
Searching, reading & writing
tasks:
Data collection & analysis:
Writing research
report/Minithesis:
Conference presentation:
Total learning time:
Aims & objectives (formative)
Literature review (formative)
Protocol (formative)
Presentation (formative)
Final research report/Minithesis
40 hours
100 hours
100 hours
150 hours
10 hours
400 hours
100%
Use a computer to capture data, analyse data using Epi Info, write
reports, search for literature, email
DPH821
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the module
will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
DPH851
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
171
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
FOR811
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the module
will
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Forensic Dentistry
Oral Pathology and Forensic Sciences
Forensic Dentistry
Forensic Dentistry
FOR811
40
Y
Semester 1 & 2
MSc (Forensic Dentistry)
9
On completion of the module, the student will be able to:
describe the legal system and the role of the forensic dentist
Prerequisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time:
INO811
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the module
will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Interceptive Orthodontics
Orthodontics
Interceptive Orthodontics
Interceptive Orthodontics
INO811
15
Y
Semester 1 & 2
MSc (Paediatric Dentistry)
9
On completion of the module, the student will be able to:
Interpret literature.
Aetiology of malocclusion.
Management of space in the primary and mixed dentition.
Diagnosis and treatment planning.
Functional jaw orthopaedics.
Capabilities and limitations of removable orthodontic appliances.
Laboratory appliance construction techniques
Clinical case management (2)
None
None
None
Contact time:
30 hours
Assignments & tasks:
40 hours
Self-study:
50 hours
Clinical :
30 hours
Total:
150 hours
Portfolio evaluation (summative)
Seminar preparation
30%
Assignments (X2)
40%
Clinical Cases (x2)
30%
Supervisor consultations (formative)
Total:
100%
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
Faculty
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-numeric Code
NQF Level
NQF Credit Value
Duration
Proposed semester to be
offered
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Dentistry
Dept of Oral & Maxillofacial Pathology, NHLS Tygerberg Laboratories
Diagnostic Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology
Advance Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology for MSc (I)
MPO811
9
30
Semester
2nd Semester
Year Level
Main Outcomes
174
Main Content
Pre-requisite modules
Co-requisite modules
Cervical lymphadenopathy
Immunodeficiency diseases
175
Prohibited module
Combination
A. Breakdown of Learning
Time
Contact with lecturer / tutor:
Assignments & tasks:
Practicals:
Self-study
Total Learning Time
Methods of Student
Assessment
Assessment Module type
MPO812
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-numeric Code
NQF Level
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed semester
Programmes in which the module
will be offered
Year Level
Main Outcomes
None
Hours
70
30
100
100
300
Portfolio continuous assessment
Continuous
Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology for MSc II
Dept of Oral & Maxillofacial Pathology, NHLS Tygerberg Laboratories
Diagnostic Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology
Advanced Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology for MSc II
MPO812
9
30
Year
Year 3
MSc in Oral Pathology
3
On completion of this module, the student should be able to:
expertly describe the macroscopic appearances of all types of surgical
specimens from these anatomical regions and the dissection of these in
preparation for microscopic and the ancillary studies
comprehensively describe the microscopic appearances of all types of
diseased tissues and abnormalities of these anatomical regions
identify the need for and proficiently apply various special
laboratory techniques in oral and maxillofacial pathology and evaluate
the outcome of these investigations
confidently prepare cytological smears from fine needle
aspirations and (transepithelial) brushings, tissue imprints and
frozen sections of oral and maxillofacial lesions
correctly interpret the outcomes of the above diagnostic
techniques
apply diagnostic information in the clinical management and research
investigation of patients with oral and maxillofacial diseases by means
of efficient and purposeful interactions with investigators
assist clinical and research investigators with tissue sampling and
provide the explanation of the implications of any rendered
pathology diagnosis.
identify and evaluate recent advances and controversies in
diagnostic and investigative oral and maxillofacial pathology
perform the managerial, technical and procedural skills required
for the academic practice of Oral & Maxillofacial Pathology
provide a rationale for the importance of ensuring that
laboratory practices and test selection are regularly evaluated to
determine that they meet the needs of the community and research
provide a rationale for their participation as a member of the
interdisciplinary team in the delivery of appropriate oral and general
healthcare services, including respect for the other members of the
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health team
defend to the public the importance and contribution of the
discipline of oral pathology
teach and conduct research in this discipline.
Diagnostic surgical pathology including the classification, pathogenesis,
epidemiology, clinical, radiological, histological, molecular and cytological
characteristics (where appropriate) of:
Cervical lymphadenopathy
Molecular techniques:
Main Content
177
Pre-requisite modules
Co-requisite modules
Prohibited module Combination
A.Breakdown of Learning Time
Contact with lecturer / tutor:
Assignments & tasks:
Practicals:
Assessments
Selfstudy
Total Learning Time
Assessment Methods
OMD811
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the module
will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
Oral Medicine IA
Oral Medicine and Periodontology
Oral Medicine
Oral Medicine IA
OMD811
70
Y
Semester 1 & 2
MSc (Oral Medicine)
9
On completion of this module the student will be able to
Give account of and report on the oral medicine cases examined,
diagnosed and managed in the oral medicine clinics by the
postgraduate student under supervision of the specialist supervisor
Give an in-depth account of recent literature, if any, pertaining to these
oral medicine cases examined and treated or being managed during
this year
Document oral medicine cases in a prescribed way and keep records of
these cases in a logbook.
The Language of Oral Medicine
Attendance of oral medicine clinics at different sites at allocated times
Examination, diagnosis, management and referring if necessary, of patients
with oral medicine problems under supervision of a specialist supervisor
Familiarization with record keeping and documenting cases in a logbook.
None
None
None
Contact with lecturer / tutor:
50 hours
Assignments & tasks:
70 hours
Tests & examinations:
20 hours
Self-study:
100 hours
Practicals:
460 hours
Total learning time:
700 hours
Continuous assessment: (clinical assessments of cases
178
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
179
OMD821
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Name
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the module
will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
OMD822
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the module
will be offered
Level
Oral Medicine 1B
Oral Medicine & Periodontology
Oral Medicine
Oral Medicine 1B
OMD821
35
Y
Semester 1 & 2
MSc (Oral Medicine)
9
On completion of this module the student will, with regard to the specific
content outlined below, be able to:
discuss in detail oral mucosal diseases that are prevalent in the oral
cavity
evaluate a patients response to treatment and record the changes that are
observed.
Histology of the various oral mucosae
Pigmented lesions of the oral mucosa
Oral Premalignancy
Red and white lesions of the oral mucosa
Tongue disorders
HIV/AIDS
None
None
None
Contact with lecturer / tutor:
50 hours
Assignments & tasks:
120 hours
Tests & examinations:
10 hours
Self-study:
40 hours
Practicals:
130 hours
Total learning time:
350 hours
Continuous assessment: (clinical assessments of cases
as well as portfolio submissions of 20 cases) 40%
Written Examination at the end of the module
40%
Structured Oral Examination at the end of the module 20%
A pass mark of 50 % is required in each section of the assessment
Oral Medicine 2B
Oral Medicine & Periodontology
Oral Medicine
Oral Medicine 2B
OMD822
40
Y
Semester 1 & 2
MSc (Oral Medicine and Periodontology)
9
180
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
Faculty
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-numeric Code
NQF Level
NQF Credit Value
Duration
Proposed semester to be
offered
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Main Outcomes
Main Content
discuss in detail oral mucosal diseases that are prevalent in the oral
cavity
evaluate a patients response to treatment and record the changes that are
observed.
Red and white lesions of the oral mucosa
Oral cancer
Dermatological lesions with oral manifestations
Diagnostic aspect of various diseases and special investigations
Vesiculo-bullous diseases
Oral manifestations of immunological disorders
None
None
None
Contact with lecturer / tutor:
50 hours
Assignments & tasks:
120 hours
Tests & examinations:
10 hours
Self-study:
70 hours
Practicals:
150 hours
Total learning time:
400 hours
Continuous assessment: (Clinical assessment and portfolio presentation of at
least 20 cases)
40%
Written Examination: at the end of the module
40%
Structured Oral Examination (at the end of the module)
20%
A pass mark of 50 % is required in each section
Dentistry
Diagnostic cluster
Oral Biology
Oral Biology
ORB 811
9
15
Semester
2nd semester
MSc (Forensic Dentistry); (Oral Medicine); (Periodontology); (Oral
Medicine and Periodontology); (Oral Pathology); (Paediatric Dentistry);
(Restorative Dentistry)MDS (MFOS); (OM&P); (Oral Pathology)
On completion of the module the student will be able to:
Explain and predict the development and clinical genetics of the oral
cavity and related structures
Deduce the relationships between structure and functions of all the soft
and hard tissue of the oral facial complex
Pre-requisite modules
Co-requisite modules
Prohibited module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
40
45
Assessment
10
Practicals:
Self-study
Total Learning Time
Method of Student
Assessment
0
55
150
Assignments/ presentations
Final written and oral Examination
ORP811
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the module
will be offered
Level
Main Outcome
Main Content
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
ORP815
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed semester
Programmes in which the module
will be offered
Level
None
None
None
Contact with lecturer/tutor:
Assignments & tasks:
Tests & examinations:
Self-study:
Total learning time:
Structured Oral Examination: 100%
60 hours
25 hours
5 hours
60 hours
150 hours
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite modules
Co-requisite modules
Prohibited module Combination
A.Breakdown of Learning Time
Contact with lecturer / tutor:
Assignments & tasks:
Selfstudy
Total Learning Time
Assessment Methods
ORP821
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the module
will be offered
Level
Main Outcome
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
ORP841
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed semester
Programmes in which the module
will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Connective tissues and other mesodermal tissues including the musculoskeletal, neural, and cardio-vascular systems
Main Content
Pre-requisite modules
Co-requisite modules
Prohibited module Combination
A.Breakdown of Learning Time
Contact with lecturer / tutor:
Assignments & tasks:
Assessments
Selfstudy
Total Learning Time
Assessment Methods
ORM813
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
1st Semester
MDS and MSc (Oral Pathology)
F
9
MSc II; MDS III
On completion of this module, the student should be able to:
describe the oral ecology and oral microflora and explain dental
plaque formation
Diagnostic microbiology
Laboratory methods
Antimicrobial chemotherapy
Dento-alveolar infections
Viral hepatitis
Tuberculosis
5 hours
60 hours
25 hours
150 hours
Examination
Written Examination
PAT811
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the module
will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
recognise and describe the pertinent clinical signs and symptoms, and
radiological features of these diseases and conditions
use suitable sampling techniques and describe the laboratory tests that
are used to diagnose common diseases in the oral and maxillofacial
regions.
1)
Basic diagnostic tests and laboratory procedures
2)
Hard tissue pathology:
Tongue disorders
188
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
PAT822
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Cervical lymphadenopathy
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
PAT826
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Haematological disorders
Hard tissue pathology
Infections
Cysts Odontogenic and other cysts of the oral regions
Odontogenic tumours
Bone disease
Genetic
Developmental
Bone tumours
Fibro-osseous lesions
Maxillary sinus pathology
Temporomandibular joint diseases
None
None
None
Contact with lecturer / tutor:
25 hrs
Assignments and tasks:
25 hrs
Tests & examinations:
6 hrs
Self study:
80 hrs
Practicals:
14 hrs
Total learning time:
150 hrs
Assignments (25%). A pass mark of 50% must be obtained.
Written and oral examination (75%). A pass mark of 50% must be obtained.
Oral Pathology 2 (Intermediate Level)
Oral & Maxillofacial Pathology
Oral Pathology
Oral Pathology 2 (Intermediate Level)
PAT826
15
Y
Semester 1 & 2
MSc (Maxillofacial Radiology)
9
On completion of this module, the student will have expanded his or her
undergraduate knowledge in Oral Pathology and will be able to (on an
intermediate advanced level):
Discuss the epidemiology and explain the etiology and pathogenesis of
diseases and conditions in the oral and maxillofacial region
Recognize and describe the pertinent clinical signs and symptoms, and
radiological features of these diseases and conditions
Describe the basic histological features of these diseases and interpret
these to formulate a working diagnosis
Discuss the laboratory tests that are used to diagnose common diseases
in the oral and maxillofacial regions.
The following topics will be covered:
Hard-Tissue Pathology
Disorders of development of the teeth and related tissues
Dental caries
Pulpitis, apical periodontitis, resorption, hypercementosis
Gingivitis and periodontitis
Major infections of the mouth, jaws and perioral tissues
Cysts of the jaws
Odontogenic tumours and tumour-like lesions of the jaws
Non-odontogenic tumours of the jaws
190
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combinations
Breakdown of Learning Time
PAT831
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the module
will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
PAT841
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed semester
Programmes in which the module
will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Basic Pathology
Department of Anatomical Pathology, University of Stellenbosch/
NHLS
Principles & vocabulary of general pathology
Basic Pathology (US 10391 874)
PAT841
15
1 semester
1st semester Year 1
MSc Oral Pathology
9
On completion of the module, the student will be able to:
192
Pre-requisite modules
Co-requisite modules
Prohibited module Combination
A.Breakdown of Learning Time
Contact with lecturer / tutor:
Assessments
Selfstudy
Total Learning Time
Assessment Methods
None
None
Anatomical Pathology for MSc
Hours
25
4
121
150
1 Written paper. The pass mark for the paper is 60%
Moderating oral examination.
The pass mark for this module is 60%.
PED811
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the module
will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Paediatric Dentistry 1
Paediatric Dentistry
Paediatric Dentistry
Paediatric Dentistry 1
PED811
60
Y
Semester 1 & 2
MSc (Paediatric Dentistry)
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time(hrs)
9
On completion of the module, the student will be able to:
193
PED812
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
NQF Level
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programme in which the module will
be offered
Year Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time(hrs)
Paediatric Dentistry II
Paediatric Dentistry
Advanced Paediatric Dentistry
Paediatric Dentistry II
PED812
9
80
Year
Semester 1 & 2
MSc (Paediatric Dentistry)
MSc (Paediatric Dentistry) II
On completion of the module, the student should be able to:
design and implement a preventative strategy appropriate to
the oral and dental status of children, as well as those with
special needs
competently manage any hard tissue lesions and anomalies
including childhood caries
employ appropriate behavior management techniques so that
the majority of his/her patients can be treated without the use
of adjunct medications
treat patients under IV sedation and general anaesthesia
administer nitrous oxide sedation to the extremely anxious
and/or apprehensive child patient for whom it is indicated
Non-pharmacotherapeutic and pharmacotherapeutic behavior
management
evidence-based practice in prevention of oral diseases,
including periodontal disease
advanced restorative care for the primary and early mixed
dentitions
advanced radiographic techniques for the paediatric patient.
None
None
None
Contact with lecturer / tutor:
80 hours
Assignments: Case study/tasks:
0 hours
Test & examinations:
8 hours
Self-study (incl Library):
102 hours
Clinical:
320 hours
Laboratory:
10 hours
Total learning time:
600 hours
Continuous (60%)
Examination (40%)
Continuous and Examination
Periodontology IA
Oral Medicine and Periodontology
Periodontology
Periodontology IA
PER821
70
Y
Semester 1 & 2
MSc (Periodontology)
194
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
PER822
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
9
On completion of this module the student will be able to
195
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning
Time
Methods of Student
Assessment
PER823
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Semester 1 & 2
MSc (Periodontology)
9
On completion of this module the student will be able to discuss and execute the
following procedures:
Mucogingival surgery
Regeneration procedures.
Treatment planning and prognosis
Rationale for periodontal treatment
Periodontal treatment for the medically compromised patient
Plaque control for the periodontal patient
Scaling and root planning, including healing of tissues
Antimicrobials and antiseptics in the treatment of periodontal diseases
Occlusal evaluation and therapy in the management of periodontal disease
The role of orthodontics as an adjunct to periodontal therapy
Current literature in the field. During weekly sessions the student has to present
short summaries of articles from the latest selected journals.
None
None
None
Contact with lecturer / tutor: 80 hours
Assignments & tasks:
100 hours
Tests & examinations:
20 hours
Self-study:
200 hours
Practicals:
420 hours
Total learning time:
800 hours
Continuous assessment: (Clinical assessment and portfolio presentation of at
least 10 cases)
:
40%
Written Examination: at the end of the module
:
40%
Structured Oral Examination (at the end of the module) :
20%
A pass mark of 50 % is required in each section
Periodontology 1B
Oral Medicine & Periodontology
Periodontology
Periodontology 1B
PER823
35
Y
Semester 1 & 2
MSc (Oral Medicine & Periodontology)
9
On completion of this module the student will be able to:
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning
Time
50 hours
120 hours
10 hours
40 hours
130 hours
350 hours
Methods of Student
Assessment
PER824
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Periodontology 2B
Oral Medicine & Periodontology
Periodontology
Periodontology 2B
PER824
40
Y
Semester 1 & 2
MSc (Oral Medicine & Periodontology)
Main Content
9
On completion of this module the student will be able to:
discuss in detail theoretical aspects pertaining to the management and
treatment of advanced periodontal disease
manage and treat advanced periodontal disease
manage periodontal diseases in medically compromised patients
perform surgical procedures relating to periodontal therapy
perform periodontal plastic surgery
perform basic dental implant procedures
Medically compromised patients in periodontal diseases
Surgical management of patients who have advanced periodontal disease
Chemical and antibiotic therapy in periodontology
Osseous defects and their management in advanced periodontal disease
Orthodontic movement in periodontal therapy
Occlusal therapy
Periodontal endodontic interface
197
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning
Time
Methods of Student
Assessment
RAD821
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
198
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning
Time
Methods of Student
Assessment
RAD822
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning
Time
Methods of Student
Assessment
None
None
None
Contact with lecturer / tutor:
Assignments:
Tests & examinations:
Self study:
Total learning time:
Tests
90%
Tutorial and Assignments
10%
A final pass mark of 50% is required.
20 hours
15 hours
5 hours
60 hours
100 hours
Radiographic Techniques
Diagnostics and Radiology
Radiographic Techniques
Radiographic Techniques
RAD822
20
Y
Semester 1 & 2
MSc (Maxillofacial Radiology)
9
On completion of the module, the student will be able to:
199
RAD823
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
RAD824
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Semester 1 & 2
MSc (Maxillofacial Radiology)
Level
9
200
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
RMT811
Home Department
Home Department
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed semester/ term
Programmes in which the module
will be offered
Level
Research Methods
Community Oral Health
Research Methods
Research Methods
RMT811
20
Y
Semester 1 & 2
MSc (Dental Public Health); (Forensic Dentistry); (Maxillofacial
Radiology); (Oral Medicine); (Periodontology); (Oral Medicine &
Periodontology); (Oral Pathology); (Paediatric Dentistry); (Restorative
Dentistry)
9
201
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
Define a research problem, and describe the related aims & objectives
Faculty
Dentistry
Home Department
Prosthetic Dentistry
Module Topic
Prosthetic Dentistry
Prosthetic Dentistry
Alpha-numeric Code
PRS853
NQF Level
80
Duration
Year
Proposed semester to be
offered
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Year level
Semester 1 and 2
Main Outcomes
202
Main Content
Denture aesthetics
Preprosthetic surgery.
Denture aesthetics
Maxillofacial prosthodontics
Impression materials
203
Pre-requisite modules
None
Co-requisite modules
None
Prohibited module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
None
90
100
10
Clinical work
500
Selfstudy
100
800
Continuous (60%)
Examination (40%)
Continuous and examination
RST811
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Hours
204
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
Methods of Student
Assessment
Assessment Module type
RST812
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
NQF Level
Year Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
380
100
220
0
0
300
1000
Continuous
Restorative Dentistry 812
Restorative Cluster
Restorative Dentistry
Restorative Dentistry 2
RST812
100
Year
Semester 1 & 2
MSc (Restorative Dentistry)
9
MSc 2
On completion of the module, the student should be able to:
205
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
Denture aesthetics
Precision attachments
Cranio-mandibular disorders
206
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
Contact with lecturer / tutor:
Assignments and tasks: Tests and
Examinations:
Self-study:
Clinical work:
Total learning time:
Methods of Student
Assessment
SPH839
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
90 hours
100 hours
10 hours
100 hours
500 hours
800 hours
Continuous
Examination
(60%)
(40%)
207
surveillance)
Study designs
Data management
The analysis and interpretation of data
Representation of health information and reporting on an
epidemiological event
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
Student Assessment
Faculty
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-numeric Code
NQF Level
NQF Credit Value
Duration
Proposed semester to be
offered
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Year Level
Main Outcomes
Study designs
Main Content
208
Pre-requisite modules
Co-requisite modules
Prohibited module
Combination
A.Breakdown of Learning
Time
Contact with lecturer / tutor:
Assignments & tasks:
Self-study
Total Learning Time
Methods of Student
Assessment
Assessment Module type
Data management
The analysis and interpretation of data
Representation of health information and reporting on an
epidemiological event
The role and structure of literature review
Critical appraisal of literature
The Role of systematic reviews and meta-analyses in evidence-based
public health
None
None
None
Hours
30
60
60
150
Continuous (40%)
Examination (60%)
Continuous and examination
DNT801 / DNT802
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the module
will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
100 hours
1100 hours
1200 hours
100%
Main Content
describe, discuss and apply the knowledge of head and neck regionalanatomy, and anatomy of areas from which transplantation tissue may
be obtained.
Embryology
Basic embryology
Central nervous system
Head and Neck
Osteology
Skull
Individual bones of the skull
Cervical vertebrae
Sternum and ribs
Hip bone
Radius and fibula
210
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
ANA823
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
None
Contact with lecturer / tutor:
10 hours
Assignments and tasks:
50 hours
Self study:
90 hours
Total learning time:
150 hours
1 Written paper. The pass mark for the paper is 50%.
Moderating oral examination.
The pass mark for this module is 50%.
describe, discuss and apply the knowledge of head and neck regionalanatomy.
Embryology
Basic embryology
Central nervous system
Head and Neck
Osteology
Skull
Individual bones of the skull
Cervical vertebrae
Head and Neck
Scalp
Cutaneous innervation of face and scalp
Muscles of head and neck
Blood supply of head and neck
Lymph supply of head and neck
Fascia of head and neck
Fascial spaces with reference to infections
Anterior triangle
Posterior triangle
Midline structures of the neck
Suboccipital triangle
Submandibular triangle
Salivary glands
Temporal and infratemporal spaces
Tongue and floor of the mouth
Palate
Pharynx, larynx, oesophagus
212
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
ANA824
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
213
DNT803 / DNT804
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
Methods of Student
Assessment
DPH811
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Dentistry Mini-Thesis
Various departments depending on disciplinary area selected
Dentistry Mini-Thesis
Dentistry Mini-Thesis
DNT803 / DNT804
40
Y
Semester 1 & 2
MDS (OM&P); (MFOS); (Community Dentistry); (Prosthodontics); (Oral
Pathology); Orthodontics)
9
On completion of the module, the student will be able to:
214
40 hours
100 hours
100 hours
150 hours
10 hours
400 hours
100%
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combinations
Breakdown of Learning Time
Methods of Student
Assessment
DPH812
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Discuss the concepts public health, health promotion & primary health
care.
Use a computer to capture data, analyse data using Epi Info, write
reports, search for literature, email
Explain perceptions
215
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
Methods of Student
Assessment
DPH813
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
Methods of Student
Assessment
DPH821
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
Methods of Student
Assessment
None
Contact time:
30 hours
Assignments, tasks and examination:
90 hours
Self-study:
80 hours
Total learning time:
200 hours
Assignments and semester project
50%
Class examination
50%
Learning activities indicated in course manual (formative)
217
DPH831
Home Department
Generic Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the module
will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
General Outcomes
Main Content
General Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module Combination
Public Health
Health Promotion
Health Econmics
Epidemiology
Planning, implementation and evaluation of dental public health
programmes and monitoring of public dental health
None
None
None
Contact time:
60 hours
Assignments & tasks:
200 hours
Tests & examinations:
40 hours
Total learning time:
300 hours
Seminars 50 % and Exam 50 %
FOR813, 814
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcome
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
Student Assessment
Contact time:
Assignments & tasks:
Self-study:
Total learning time:
Portfolio evaluation at end of placement
Narrative report on placement
Supervisor consultations (formative)
50 hours
100 hours
50 hours
200 hours
75%
25%
Role of the forensic dentist in crime scene, accident and mass disaster
investigation
220
50 hours
50 hours
100 hours
200 hours
100%
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
Methods of Student
Assessment
5 Year prgm
650 hours
450 hours
1250 hours
1650 hours
4000 hours
25%
35%
20%
20%
OMP811
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
50%.
222
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
Methods of Student
Assessment
OMP812
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
A. Oral Medicine
The Language of Oral Medicine
Attendance of oral medicine clinics at different sites at allocated times
Examination, diagnosis, management and referring if necessary, of
patients with oral medicine problems under supervision of a specialist
supervisor
Familiarization with record keeping and documenting cases in a
logbook.
B. Periodontics and Implantology
Topics to be covered during seminars:
Current classification of diseases and conditions affecting the
periodontium
Epidemiology of periodontal diseases
Aetiology and pathogenesis of plaque-related periodontal diseases
Clinical diagnosis and radiographic aids in the diagnosis of periodontal
diseases, including advanced diagnostic techniques
Genetic factors associated with periodontal diseases
Influence of systemic disease and disorders on the periodontium
Influence of periodontal disease on the health of the patient
Risk assessment.
None
None
None
Contact with supervisors / tutors:
Assignments / seminars and tasks:
Self study:
Clinical / Practical time:
Teaching / tutoring:
Total learning time:
Assignments and seminars:
Assessment of patient portfolio:
100 hours
100 hours
100 hours
250 hours
50 hours
600 hours
75%
25%
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Mucogingival surgery
Regeneration procedures.
A. Oral Medicine
224
Methods of Student
Assessment
OMP813
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Contents
B.
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
Methods of Student
Assessment
OMP814
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
B.
C.
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
Method of Student
Assessment
ORB811
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcome
Main Content
Oro-facial pain.
Periodontics and Implantology
Reviewing current literature in the field
Topics to be covered during seminars:
Surgical aspects of dental implants
Advanced implant surgery bone grafting techniques and other
augmentation and regenerative procedures
Diagnosis and treatment of peri-implant complications
Periodontal-restorative interrelationship
Supportive periodontal treatment.
Teaching
The student continues to participate in the teaching of undergraduate
dental and oral health students by giving lectures and holding regular
tutorials.
None
None
None
Contact with supervisors / tutors:
100 hours
Seminars /assignments and tasks: 100 hours
Self-study:
200 hours
Clinical time and practicals:
350 hours
Teaching / tutoring:
50 hours
Total learning time:
800 hours
Written examination:
50%
Assessment of portfolio:
20%
Structured oral examination:
30%
Oral Biology
Diagnostic Cluster
Oral Biology
Oral Biology
ORB811
15
Semester
Semester 2
MSc (Forensic Dentistry); (Oral Pathology); (Periodontology); (Oral
Medicine & Periodontology); (Oral Pathology); (Paediatric Denntistry);
(Restrorative Dentistry) MDS (MFOS); (OM&P); (Oral Pathology)
9
On completion of the module the student will be able to :
bone
the periodontium
tooth eruption
227
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
Methods of Student
Assessment
ORB821
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcome
30 hours
30 hours
5 hours
85 hours
150 hours
Describe and draw the bony structures of the head and neck area
Describe the nerve and blood supply of the mouth and all related
structures.
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
Methods of Student
Assessment
229
ORP811
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcome
Main Content
Connective tissues and other mesodermal tissues including the musculoskeletal, neural, and cardio-vascular systems
230
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
Methods of Student
Assessment
ORP821
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcome
Main Content
60 hours
25 hours
5 hours
60 hours
150 hours
100%
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
Methods of Student
Assessment
ORP822, 831
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcome
30 hours
25 hours
5 hours
35hours
100hours
100%
The ability to cut, stain and evaluate frozen sections in the laboratory
and on site
232
Main Content
The general knowledge and skills to assess material from all the
common types of specimens including fine needle aspirations (FNA),
sputum, bronchial brushings, cervical brushings, serous effusions, urine,
typical examples of malignancy
Take organ, blood and body fluid cultures when appropriate and prepare
tissue sections for fixation and processing
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
Methods of Student
Assessment
ORP832
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which module
will be offered
Level
Main Outcome
Main Content
Year 2
200 hours
100 hours
340 hours
250 hours
10 hours
900 hours
100%
30%
40%
10%
20%
Medical Microbiology
Virology
Haematopathology
Chemical Pathology.
None
None
None
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
Methods of Student
Assessment
ORP833, 824
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
NQF Level
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which module
will be offered
Year Level
Main Outcome
Main Content
50 hours
50 hours
200 hours
300 hours
100%
Dentistry
Clusters of Oral Diagnostics, Maxillofacial & Oral Surgery. Oncology,
Tygerberg Hospital
Clinical Oral Pathology
Clinical Oral Pathology (rotation)
ORP833, 824
10 + 10
Y+Y
9
Semester 1 & 2
MDS and MSc (Oral Pathology)
MDS III & IV; MSc II & III
On completion of this module, the student should be able
describe the theoretical, practical and clinical aspects of each of the following
disciplines:
Oral Diagnosis
Oral Medicine and Periodontology
Oral Surgery
Oral Radiology
Oral Oncology.
explain the interaction between these disciplines and oral pathology.
History taking and oral examination
Incisional (scalpel, punch) and excisional biopsy of oral mucosal
tissue from the perspective of the clinically oriented oral
pathologist
Needle biopsy of deep soft tissue lesions of the oral and
maxillofacial regions
Oral mucosal brushings and fine needle aspirations of the oral and
maxillofacial regions, salivary glands and cervical neck lymph
nodes
Taking of microbiological samples
Routine and specialised radiographic techniques: Cone Beam Computer
Tomography, CT & 3D-CT imaging, MRI,
Ultrasound,Sialography, Pet Scanning, etc
Prescription and interpretation of routine and specialised
radiographic images
Liaison and communication with specialists in the above disciplines
regarding the correct management of patients.
235
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
Methods of Student
Assessment
ORT811
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Module/ Semester
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combinations
Breakdown of Learning
Time
Methods of Student
Assessment
ORT821
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
None
None
None
Contact with lecturers/tutors:
Practicals:
Total learning time:
Portfolio: Continuous Assessment:
50 hours
150 hours
200 hours
100%
Removable Appliances
Orthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry
Removable Appliances
Removable Appliances
ORT811
10
S
Semester 1
MDS (Orthodontics)
9
On completion of the module, the student will be able to:
Pre-Clinical Orthodontics
Orthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry
Pre-Clinical Orthodontics
Pre-Clinical Orthodontics
ORT821
20
S
Semester 1
MDS (Orthodontics)
236
40 hours
50 hours
10 hours
100 hours
100%
Main Content
Pre-requisites
Co-requisites
Prohibited Combinations
Breakdown of Learning
Time
Student Assessment
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
9
On completion of this module, the student will be able to:
237
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning
Time
Methods of Student
Assessment
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning
Time
Student Assessment
None
Contact time:
Assignments & tasks:
Self-study:
Total learning time:
Portfolio assessment:
summative
Supervisor consultations:
formative
summative
590 hours
80 hours
80 hours
750 hours
50%
50%
238
360 hours
240 hours
600 hours
1200 hours
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning
Time
Methods of Student
Assessment
9
On completion of the module the student will be able to:
Evaluate the need for orthodontic treatment from a public health planning
perspective
239
25%
25%
50%
Faculty
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-numeric Code
NQF Level
NQF Credit Value
Duration
Proposed semester to be
offered
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Dentistry
Oral & Maxillofacial Pathology
Diagnostic Oral Maxillofacial Pathology and Radiology
Diagnostic Oral Maxillofacial Pathology and Radiology
PAT813
9
40
Year
First and Second semester
Year Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
240
Pre-requisite modules
Co-requisite modules
Prohibited module
Combination
A. Breakdown of Learning
Time
Contact with lecturer/tutor
Assignments & tasks
Assessment
Practicals
Self-study
Total Learning Time
Method of Student
Assessment
PAT812
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
60
40
60
80
110
400
Continuous Assessment
Written paper
Histopathology practical
Oral:
Continuous and Examinations
General Pathology
Department of Anatomical Pathology, University of Stellenbosch/ NHLS
General Pathology
General Pathology
PAT812
15
Y
Semester 1 & 2
MDS (MFOS); (OM&P)
9
On completion of the module, the student will be able to:
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
Methods of Student
Assessment
PAT822
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
discuss the pertinent radiology and laboratory tests that are used to
diagnose diseases in maxillofacial and oral pathology.
The following topics will be covered:
Laboratory procedures:
Trimming, embedding, fixation, and staining of tissue
Soft tissue disease:
Infections Bacterial, Viral and Fungal
Allergies and Immunologic disease
Dermatologic disease
242
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning
Time
Methods of Student
Assessment
PAT826
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcome
Benign tumours
Premalignant lesions and conditions
Oral cancer
Melanoma and pigmented lesions
Salivary gland disease
Hematological disorders
Hard tissue pathology
Infections
Cysts Odontogenic and other cysts of the oral regions
Odontogenic tumours
Bone disease
Genetic
Developmental
Bone tumours
Fibro-osseous lesions
Maxillary sinus pathology
Temporomandibular joint diseases
None
None
None
Contact with lecturer / tutor:
25 hours
Assignments and tasks:
25 hours
Tests & examinations:
6 hours
Self study:
80 hours
Practicals:
14 hours
Total learning time:
150 hours
Assignments (25%). A pass mark of 50% must be obtained. Written and oral
examination (75%). A pass mark of 50% must be obtained.
Diagnostic Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology
Dept of Oral & Maxillofacial Pathology, NHLS Tygerberg Business Unit
Diagnostic Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology
Diagnostic Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology
PAT823
50 + 60
Y+Y
Semester 1 & 2
MDS (Oral Pathology)
9
Upon completion of this module the successful specialist will demonstrate:
Knowledge
243
Main Content
A profound respect for truth and intellectual integrity, and for the ethics
of scholarship
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
Methods of Student
Assessment
100 hours
50 hours
150 hours
200 hours
500 hours
Year 2
Contact with lecturers/tutors:
100 hours
Assignments:
50 hours
Tests & examinations:
14 hours
Self-study:
186 hours
Practicals:
250 hours
Total learning time Year 2
600 hours
Total Learning Time:
1100 hours
Year 1: Continuous Structured Assessment:100%
Year 2: Continuous Structured Assessment
(a)
Written Examinations:
30%
(b)
Appraisal of logbook and presentations portfolio: 10%
(c)
Interactive oral examination:
30%
(d)
Objective Structured Histopathology Examination* :30%
A student must obtain a pass mark of 50 % in each section of the examination
i.e. (a,b and c).
*In section (d) the student will have a diagnostic practical examination of 15
histological sections. Not more than three(3) cases may be diagnosed
incorrectly.
245
PER812
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Describe the surgical protocol for different implant sites: healed sites,
extraction sites, single and multiple implant sites
246
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
Methods of Student
Assessment
PRS811
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Prosthodontics 1
Restorative Dentistry
Prosthodontics
Prosthodontics 1
PRS811
90
Y
Semester 1 & 2
MDS (Prosthodontics)
9
On completion of this module the student must be able to:
Pre-requisites
Co-requisites
Prohibited Combinations
Breakdown of Learning Time
Methods of Student
Assessment
PRS812
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Prosthodontics 2
Restorative Dentistry
Prosthodontics
Prosthodontics 2
PRS812
65
Year
Semester 1 & 2
Master of Dental Surgery in Prosthodontics
9
On completion of this module the student must be able to:
thoroughly discuss the principles guiding the prosthodontic
protocol in the treatment planning and reconstruction of the
different stages of occlusal disease
consult with related oral health professionals in the planning of
a comprehensive treatment plan and co-ordinate the actions of
the different role players in order to achieve the ideal end result for
the patient
discuss when to use the possibilities of osseointegration to
extend treatment modalities and long-term predictability
compose acceptable alternative treatment plans, when the ideal
treatment plan cannot be performed
rehabilitate more complicated intra-oral and extra-oral
maxillofacial defects with removable prostheses
discuss the properties, indications, advantages of dental
materials used in prosthodontics
communicate successfully with patients regarding treatment
planning, expectations, fears, fees, responsibilities regarding cooperation, aftercare and follow-up procedures.
Main Content
The following topics will be covered:
The natural dentition
Prosthodontic protocol in the treatment of occlusal disease.
Fixed Prosthodontics
Indirect restorations for reconstruction cases and the selection of the
most appropriate materials and techniques (continued from Year 1).
Removable Prosthodontics
Anatomically and functionally challenging situations in the construction
of complete dentures
Immediate dentures, overdentures, temporary dentures
The use of adjustable articulators in the fabrication of complete dentures
The clinical application of different occlusal concepts
The removable partial dentures (RPD) as part of the occlusal
reconstruction
Precision attachments: classification, indications, and their application
for the RPD and overdenture
Denture aesthetics.
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Implantology
Case selection, treatment planning protocol and co-ordination of
treatment for edentulous and partially edentulous patients and especially
the management of new developments in the field of timing of implant
placement and loading
Osseointegration and occlusion
Troubleshooting of failed implant restorations.
Craniomandibular Disorders
Classification; diagnosis; treatment planning; bruxism; occlusal
appliance therapy
The role of stress in the etiology and management of pain associated with
craniomandibular disorders.
Maxillofacial Prosthodontics
The restoration of intra-oral and extra-oral defects, which could include
the manufacturing of implant-retained maxillofacial prostheses
(continued from Year 1)
Modification of impression techniques: sectional impressions
Sectional prostheses
Speech therapy and the indications and fabrication of different speech
appliances.
Endodontics
Microbiology and pathology of pulpitis and endodontic lesions
Dental trauma including fracture, luxation, avulsion
Internal and external resorption.
Dental material science
Impression materials
Temporary and definitive cements
Polymers
Ceramics
Alloys
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
250
PRS813
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
NQF Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
NQF Level
Year level
Main Outcomes
Prosthodontics 3
Restorative Dentistry
Prosthodontics
Prosthodontics 3
PRS813
120
Year
Semester 1 & 2
Master of Dental Surgery in Prosthodontics
Main Content
9
3
On completion of this module the student must be able to:
demonstrate competence in the comprehensive planning and coordinating of treatment of periodontally, orthodontically and
orthognatically compromised dentitions
251
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning
Time
Contact with lecturer / tutor:
Assignments and tasks:
Practicals/clinical work:
Self study:
Total learning time:
Time-table Requirement per
week
Methods of Student
Assessment
PRS814
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
200 hours
100 hours
700 hours
200 hours
1200 hours
1000 hours
Practicals p.w. 13
Tutorials p.w. 2
Continuous assessment (100%)
Assignments x4 (25%)
Clinical cases x4 (25%)
Preclinical/clinical skills (20%)
Class participation: article reviews x4 (20%)
Attendance (10%)
A passmark of 50% must be obtained.
Final Evaluation (100%)
Portfolio by year end
A passmark of 50% must be obtained.
The final mark will be the average of the continuous and the final
evaluation percentage mark.
Continuous
Prosthodontics 4
Restorative Dentistry
Prosthodontics
Prosthodontics 4
PRS814
80
Y
Semester 1 & 2
MDS (Prosthodontics)
9
On completion of this module the student must be able to:
252
Breakdown of Learning
Time
Methods of Student
Assessment
PSE811
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
Methods of Student
Assessment
253
RAD812
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
Methods of Student
Assessment
RMT811
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Radiology
Diagnostic Sciences
Radiology
Radiology
RAD812
5
Y
Semester 1 & 2
MDS (Prosthodontics))
9
On completion of this module the student must be able to
Research Methods
Community Oral Health
Research Methods
Research Methods
RMT811
20
Y
Semester 1 & 2
254
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
Methods of Student
Assessment
SPH713
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Define a research problem, and describe the related aims & objectives
40 hours
40 hours
100 hours
20 hours
200 hours
40%
40%
20%
Select & apply appropriate indicators to measure health and ill health
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
Methods of Student
Assessment
SPH714
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Health Management 2
School of Public Health, UWC
Health Management
Health Management 2
SPH714
20
Y
Semester 1 & 2
MDS (Community Dentistry)
9
On completion of the module, the student will be able to:
Identify management roles and activities
Discuss, compare, evaluate, apply models and theories of management
Use theories and strategies of leadership to strengthen personal
leadership skills
Plan a change process
Describe common problems associated with health information systems
Interpret how the budget for a facility has been allocated and spent
Evaluate a budget allocation using various indicators
Explain the advantages of rational drug use
Evaluate strategies for improving drug use in developing countries
Identify common problems in human resource management in the health
sector
Apply theories of motivation to his/her own context
Explain the value of job descriptions and design
Develop a supervision plan.
Towards effective management
Managing for change
Planning for change
Managing people
Managing resources
Health risk behaviour
None
None
None
256
Methods of Student
Assessment
SPH727
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning
Time
Methods of Student
Assessment
Contact time:
20 hours
Assignments & tasks:
90 hours
Self-study:
90 hours
Total learning time:
200 hours
Two assignments
50% each
Learning activities indicated in course manual (formative)
Explain and apply the key concepts and mechanisms of the South African
Skills Development Strategy
257
SPH813
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning
Time
Methods of Student
Assessment
258
SPH813 (Alternate)
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
determine if health related data are consistent with hypotheses and current
biomedical knowledge
259
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning
Time
Methods of Student
Assessment
None
Contact time:
150 hours
Assignments & tasks:
400 hours
Self-study:
600 hours
Tests & exams:
50 hours
Total learning time:
1200 hours
Two or three class tests
25%
Three 3-hour examinations
75%
Oral examination
Modifier
In class learning activities in course manual (formative)
Faculty
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic module name
Alpha-numeric code
NQF Level
NQF Credit Value
Duration
Proposed semester to be
offered
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Year Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
1st Semester
MSc (Oral Pathology)
1
At the end of this module students should be able to:
Recognize prominent global and national trends in health and disease
Critically review and interpret epidemiological information.
Interpret key epidemiological indicators of community health and illness
Appraise epidemiology research findings
Apply descriptive epidemiology concepts and principles to effective
Public Health practice
Formulate and test a hypothesis by applying analytical statistics.
Use a statistical software package, to analyse epidemiological data
Write an epidemiological report
Pre-requisites
Co-requisites
Prohibited module
combinations
Breakdown of Learning
Time
Contact with lecturer / tutor:
Assignments & tasks:
Self study
Total Learning Time
Methods of Student
Assessment
Assessment Module type
None
None
SUR812, 813
Home Department
Module Topic
Generic Module Name
Alpha-Numeric Code
Credit Value
Duration
Proposed Semester/ Term
Programmes in which the
module will be offered
Level
Main Outcomes
Main Content
Intensive care
Pre-operative and post-operative care
Post-operative pain relief
Ventilation/mechanical ventilation
Advanced CPR
Dysrhythmia, heart failure
Fluid therapy, electrolyte disturbances
Blood transfusions and coagulation problems
Feeding (intraparental and extraparental)
DM
None
30
60
60
150
Continuous (40%)
Examination (60%)
Continuous and examination
9
On completion of the module, the student will be able to:
261
Steroids
Post-operative fever
Shock and multiple organ failure
Aspiration and respiratory emergency syndrome
Fat embolism
Acute kidney failure
Liver failure and jaundice
DVT and Pulmonary embolism
Stress ulcer
Infections, infection control and management
Intensive care medications
Endocrine crises
Plastic Surgery
Principles of wound management
Burn wounds
Principles of wound covering
Wound healing
Maxillo-Facial and Oral Surgery
Diagnosis and emergency management of facial fractures
Management of head and neck infections
Management of head and neck gunshot wounds
Ear-, Nose- and Throat Surgery
Vertigo
Acute sinusitis
Otitis external and media
Epistaxis
ENT trauma
Tracheostomy
Upper respiratory obstruction
Neuro Surgery
Head injuries
Delirium, coma and brain death
Intra-cranial infections
Spinal cord injuries and compression
Orthopaedic Surgery
Fractures and dislocations
Spinal injuries
Plegic patient management
Injuries of the hand
Sepsis
Paediatric Surgery
Pre-operative management of children
CPR
Moisture balance
Electrolytes
Trauma
Cardio-Thoracic Surgery
Trauma
Pneumo/haemothorax
Sepsis
General Surgery
Trauma
Sepsis
Vascular Trauma
Ophthalmology
Trauma
Sepsis
262
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
Methods of Student
Assessment
Urology
Trauma
Sepsis
Urine obstruction.
Organ transplantation.
None
None
None
Contact with lecturer / tutor:
20 hours
Assignments and tasks:
50 hours
Self study:
100 hours
Practicals/clinical work:
230 hours
Total learning time:
400 hours
2 Written papers (33.3% each). The pass mark for each paper is 50%.
Oral examination (33.3%). Pass mark 50%.
The pass mark for this module is 50%.
Main Content
263
Pre-requisite Modules
Co-requisite Modules
Prohibited Module
Combination
Breakdown of Learning Time
264
100%