DHYG 100    Introduction to Dental Hygiene    .5 Units

Prerequisite: None.
Hours: 9 hours LEC
Description: This course is an introduction to the practice of Dental Hygiene. Topics include vital signs, dental terminology, infection control, study strategies, and the expectations and concerns of the dental hygiene professional.

DHYG 101    Introduction to Clinical Dental Hygiene    4 Units

Prerequisite: See enrollment limitations.
Enrollment Limitation: Acceptance into the dental hygiene program and completion of BIOL 430, 431, and 440; CHEM 305 and 306 with grades of "C" or better, and with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better; completion of DHYG 100, FCS 340, ENGWR 300, COMM 301, PSYC 300, and SOC 300 with grades of "C" or better and a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or better; completion of ENGRD 110 or eligibility for ENGRD 310 as determined by the reading assessment process for all applicants who do not have an AA degree or higher.
Hours: 36 hours LEC ; 108 hours LAB
Description: This course provides an introduction to dental hygiene concepts and procedures. Emphasis is placed on the assessment phase of patient care as well as on the theory and performance of basic dental hygiene instrumentation procedures.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
T            01:00PM-01:50PM   LEC   C.Minter             SCC MAIN RHS 110     29586
Th           08:00AM-08:50AM   LEC   C.Minter             SCC MAIN RHS 111     29586
T            02:00PM-05:05PM   LAB   C.Minter             SCC MAIN RHS 125     
T            02:00PM-05:05PM   LAB   E.Standley           SCC MAIN RHS 125     
T            02:00PM-05:05PM   LAB   D.Ocegueda           SCC MAIN RHS 125     
T            02:00PM-05:05PM   LAB   C.Chan               SCC MAIN RHS 125     
Th           09:00AM-12:05PM   LAB   C.Minter             SCC MAIN RHS 125     
On-Campus

Th           09:00AM-12:05PM   LAB   E.Standley           SCC MAIN RHS 125     
On-Campus

Th           09:00AM-12:05PM   LAB   D.Ocegueda           SCC MAIN RHS 125     
On-Campus

Th           09:00AM-12:05PM   LAB   C.Chan               SCC MAIN RHS 125     
On-Campus

DHYG 103    Oral Histology and Embryology    1 Unit

Prerequisite: See enrollment limitations.
Enrollment Limitation: Acceptance into the dental hygiene program and completion of BIOL 430, 431, and 440; CHEM 305 and 306 with grades of "C" or better, and with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better; completion of DHYG 100, FCS 340, ENGWR 300, COMM 301, PSYC 300, and SOC 300 with grades of "C" or better and a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or better; completion of ENGRD 110 or eligibility for ENGRD 310 as determined by the reading assessment process for all applicants who do not have an AA degree or higher.
Hours: 18 hours LEC
Description: Oral Histology and Embryology is the study of microscopic tissues and structures of the teeth, periodontium, and oral cavity as related to the clinical practice of dental hygiene. Extra time outside the normal school schedule may be required for professional meetings.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
T            08:00AM-08:50AM   LEC   C.Chan               SCC MAIN RHS 110     24498
On-Campus

DHYG 104    Patient Education and Nutrition    2 Units

Prerequisite: See enrollment limitations
Enrollment Limitation: Acceptance into the dental hygiene program and completion of BIOL 430, 431, and 440; CHEM 305 and 306 with grades of "C" or better, and with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better; completion of DHYG 100, FCS 340, ENGWR 300, COMM 301, PSYC 300, and SOC 300 with grades of "C" or better and a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or better; completion of ENGRD 110 or eligibility for ENGRD 310 as determined by the reading assessment process for all applicants who do not have an AA degree or higher.
Hours: 36 hours LEC
Description: This course studies the principles and practices of preventing and controlling dental disease with emphasis on nutrition, plaque control, motivation, and chairside patient education.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
F            10:00AM-12:05PM   LEC   H.Emmerling          SCC MAIN RHS 110     24496
On-Campus

DHYG 107    Dental Morphology    1.5 Units

Prerequisite: See enrollment limitations.
Enrollment Limitation: Acceptance into the dental hygiene program and completion of BIOL 430, 431, and 440; CHEM 305 and 306 with grades of "C" or better, and with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better; completion of DHYG 100, FCS 340, ENGWR 300, COMM 301, PSYC 300, and SOC 300 with grades of "C" or better and a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or better; completion of ENGRD 110 or eligibility for ENGRD 310 as determined by the reading assessment process for all applicants who do not have an AA degree or higher.
Hours: 18 hours LEC ; 27 hours LAB
Description: Dental Morphology is the study of the formation, function, and structure of the teeth, and their supporting structures.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
W            08:00AM-08:50AM   LEC   C.Chan               SCC MAIN RHS 111     
W            09:00AM-10:20AM   LAB   C.Chan               SCC MAIN RHS 111     25934
W            10:30AM-11:50AM   LAB   C.Chan               SCC MAIN RHS 111     26064
On-Campus

DHYG 109    Infection Control and Hazardous Materials    .5 Units

Prerequisite: See enrollment limitations.
Enrollment Limitation: Acceptance into the dental hygiene program and completion of BIOL 430, 431, and 440; CHEM 305 and 306 with grades of "C" or better, and with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better; completion of DHYG 100, FCS 340, ENGWR 300, COMM 301, PSYC 300, and SOC 300 with grades of "C" or better and a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or better; completion of ENGRD 110 or eligibility for ENGRD 310 as determined by the reading assessment process for all applicants who do not have an AA degree or higher.
Hours: 9 hours LEC
Description: This course emphasizes the legal and ethical aspects of infectious disease transmission and their prevention. Included is the necessary information to meet OSHA and CDC requirements for education on infection control and hazardous material management.

Schedule: Other Term, Aug 25-Sep 29
T            09:50AM-11:10AM   LEC   J.Greenfield         SCC MAIN RHS 110     30474
On-Campus

DHYG 131    Clinical Dental Hygiene III    4 Units

Prerequisite: Completion of DHYG 121 with a grade of "C" or better.
Hours: 216 hours LAB
Description: This course provides continued clinical experience in the provision of comprehensive dental hygiene services to a wide variety of patients with different medical and dental needs. The course focuses on progressive development of the student's skills in areas of dental hygiene assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, preventive and therapeutic services, evaluation and time management.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
M            08:00AM-11:05AM   LAB   C.Chan               SCC MAIN RHS 125     26040
M            08:00AM-11:05AM   LAB   C.Minter             SCC MAIN RHS 125     26040
M            08:00AM-11:05AM   LAB   E.Standley           SCC MAIN RHS 125     26040
M            08:00AM-11:05AM   LAB   J.Carver             SCC MAIN RHS 125     26040
M            01:00PM-04:05PM   LAB   C.Chan               SCC MAIN RHS 125     26040
M            01:00PM-04:05PM   LAB   C.Minter             SCC MAIN RHS 125     26040
M            01:00PM-04:05PM   LAB   H.Emmerling          SCC MAIN RHS 125     26040
T            09:00AM-12:05PM   LAB   C.Chan               SCC MAIN RHS 125     26040
T            09:00AM-12:05PM   LAB   C.Minter             SCC MAIN RHS 125     26040
T            09:00AM-12:05PM   LAB   H.Emmerling          SCC MAIN RHS 125     26040
W            01:00PM-04:05PM   LAB   C.Chan               SCC MAIN RHS 125     26040
W            01:00PM-04:05PM   LAB   C.Minter             SCC MAIN RHS 125     26040
W            01:00PM-04:05PM   LAB   H.Emmerling          SCC MAIN RHS 125     26040

DHYG 132    Periodontics II    1 Unit

Prerequisite: DHYG 121 and 127 with grades of "C" or better
Enrollment Limitation: Enrollment in the dental hygiene program.
Hours: 54 hours LAB
Description: This course will develop clinical skills applicable in the treatment of patients with advanced periodontal disease. The course includes demonstrations and performance of tasks on appropriate laboratory materials. It also includes working with a periodontist in the clinical setting using expanded functions skills, including administration of local anesthesia and soft tissue curettage.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
Th           01:00PM-04:05PM   LAB   C.Chan               SCC MAIN RHS 111     26042
Th           01:00PM-04:05PM   LAB   M.Dunne              SCC MAIN RHS 111     26042
Th           01:00PM-04:05PM   LAB   E.Standley           SCC MAIN RHS 111     26042
Th           01:00PM-04:05PM   LAB   C.Minter             SCC MAIN RHS 111     26042
Th           01:00PM-04:05PM   LAB   H.Emmerling          SCC MAIN RHS 111     26042

DHYG 134    Community Dental Health    2 Units

Prerequisite: DHYG 121 and 127 with grades of "C" or better
Enrollment Limitation: Enrollment in the dental hygiene program.
Hours: 18 hours LEC ; 54 hours LAB
Description: Community Dental Health is the study of the philosophy and background of community dental health with emphasis on program planning, implementation, and evaluation. This course includes practical experience implementing programs in various community settings. Extra time outside the normal school schedule may be required for completion of community projects.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
Th           08:00AM-08:50AM   LEC   E.Standley           SCC MAIN RHS 110     26036
F            09:00AM-12:05PM   LAB   E.Standley           SCC MAIN RHS 121     
On-Campus

F            09:00AM-12:05PM   LAB   J.Carver             SCC MAIN RHS 121     
On-Campus

DHYG 135    Clinic Seminar    1 Unit

Prerequisite: DHYG 121 and 127 with grades of "C" or better
Enrollment Limitation: Enrollment in the dental hygiene program.
Hours: 18 hours LEC
Description: This seminar integrates more advanced concepts and skills into the clinical experiences of the third semester dental hygiene student. Emphasis is placed on development and implementation of comprehensive patient treatment plans, identification of resources to support evidence-based patient care, and critical thinking skills.

Schedule: Eight Week - First, Aug 22-Oct 16
W            08:00AM-10:05AM   LEC   C.Minter             SCC MAIN RHS 110     24504
On-Campus

W            08:00AM-10:05AM   LEC   J.Carver             SCC MAIN RHS 110     24504
On-Campus

W            08:00AM-10:05AM   LEC   C.Lee                SCC MAIN RHS 110     24504
On-Campus

DHYG 138    Oral Pathology    2 Units

Prerequisite: DHYG 121 and 127 with grades of "C" or better
Enrollment Limitation: Enrollment in the dental hygiene program.
Hours: 36 hours LEC
Description: This course is the introduction to general pathology with a special emphasis on oral pathology.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
W            10:30AM-12:10PM   LEC   H.Emmerling          SCC MAIN RHS 110     24502
On-Campus

DHYG 139    Pharmacology    2 Units

Prerequisite: DHYG 121 and 127 with grades of "C" or better
Enrollment Limitation: Enrollment in the dental hygiene program.
Hours: 36 hours LEC
Description: Pharmacology is the classification and study of drugs according to origin, physical and chemical properties, therapeutic effect and values, particularly of drugs utilized in dentistry.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
Th           10:00AM-12:05PM   LEC   H.Emmerling          SCC MAIN RHS 111     24500
On-Campus

DHYG 295    Independent Studies in Dental Hygiene    1-3 Units

Prerequisite: See enrollment limitations.
Enrollment Limitation: Enrollment in the Dental Hygiene program.
Hours: 162 hours LAB
Description: This course is designed to provide a mechanism for current dental hygiene students to complete independent studies in dental hygiene education.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
TBA          TBA               LAB   S.Lo                  TBA TBA             30194
On-Campus