Outline

Overview

This unit of study continues to deepen the knowledge and understanding of students in integrated theory, oral health in society, and evidence based practice.

Unit details and rules

Academic unit	Discipline of Oral Health
Credit points	6
Prerequisites ?	ORHL2101
Corequisites ?	ORHL2202 and ORHL2204
Prohibitions ?	None
Assumed knowledge ?	None
Available to study abroad and exchange students	No

Teaching staff

Coordinator	Kyle Cheng, kyle.cheng@sydney.edu.au
Lecturer(s)	Shanika Nanayakkara, shanika.nanayakkara@sydney.edu.au
	Jacqueline Biggar, jacqueline.biggar@sydney.edu.au
	Melanie Aley, melanie.aley@sydney.edu.au
	Patrick Westhoff, patrick.westhoff@sydney.edu.au
	Nikki Barrett, nikki.barrett@sydney.edu.au
	William Carlson-Jones, william.carlsonjones@sydney.edu.au
	Rosemary Golding, rosemary.golding@sydney.edu.au
	Erin Taylor, e.taylor@sydney.edu.au

Type	Description	Weight	Due	Length
Supervised exam ?	Theory Exam Integrated Theory and Paediatrics	40%	Formal exam period	2 hours
Outcomes assessed:
Skills-based evaluation	Health Collaboration Challenge Attendance, participation and completion of all tasks (hurdle task)	0%	Week 03 Due date: 16 Aug 2024 at 23:59	Scheduled for 16th August
Outcomes assessed:
Assignment	Oral Health in Society - Group health promotion campaign (GROUP) Research paper	20%	Week 12 Due date: 25 Oct 2024 at 23:59	1500 words
Outcomes assessed:
Presentation	Integrated Theory Case Study Assignment Adult case study assignment	20%	Week 13 Due date: 01 Nov 2024 at 00:00	20-minute presentation
Outcomes assessed:
Assignment	Evidence-based Practice Assignment Evidence-based Assignment - Individual task	20%	Week 13 Due date: 01 Nov 2024 at 23:59	1500 words
Outcomes assessed:
= hurdle task ? = group assignment ?

Assessment summary

Oral Health in Society - Group health promotional campaign: Students will develop an oral health promotional campaign for a target population of their choice.
Evidence-based practice assignment: This assignment requires students to complete a critical appraisal assignment, related to patient care.
Summative Written Examinations: These are summative closed book written examinations. In semester 2, written examinations will be given during the Assessment period. These examinations may involve the following assessment formats.
SBA This is a multiple choice or single best answer examination where the student must select the correct answer from four or five options and extended matching questions, where there may be more options to choose the correct answer. It is designed to test theoretical understanding, and the application of concepts to practical situations, and covers learning outcomesas listed in above table.
MEQ Modified essay questions are short answer questions. Assessment criteria: Criteria that reflect the acceptable standard and performance at a high standard will be applied to this assessment. Other information: See the Learning Management System (LMS) site for other essential information on this assessment.
Detailed information for each assessment can be found on Canvas.

Assessment criteria

The University awards common result grades, set out in the Coursework Policy 2014 (Schedule 1).

As a general guide, a high distinction indicates work of an exceptional standard, a distinction a very high standard, a credit a good standard, and a pass an acceptable standard.

Result name	Mark range	Description
High distinction	85 - 100	Awarded when you demonstrate the learning outcomes for the unit at an exceptional standard, as defined by grade descriptors or exemplars outlined by your faculty or school.
Distinction	75 - 84	Awarded when you demonstrate the learning outcomes for the unit at a very high standard, as defined by grade descriptors or exemplars outlined by your faculty or school.
Credit	65 - 74	Awarded when you demonstrate the learning outcomes for the unit at a good standard, as defined by grade descriptors or exemplars outlined by your faculty or school.
Pass	50 - 64	Awarded when you demonstrate the learning outcomes for the unit at an acceptable standard, as defined by grade descriptors or exemplars outlined by your faculty or school.
Fail	0 - 49	When you don’t meet the learning outcomes of the unit to a satisfactory standard.

For more information see sydney.edu.au/students/guide-to-grades.

For more information see guide to grades.

Late submission

In accordance with University policy, these penalties apply when written work is submitted after 11:59pm on the due date:

Deduction of 5% of the maximum mark for each calendar day after the due date.
After ten calendar days late, a mark of zero will be awarded.

Academic integrity

The Current Student website provides information on academic integrity and the resources available to all students. The University expects students and staff to act ethically and honestly and will treat all allegations of academic integrity breaches seriously.

We use similarity detection software to detect potential instances of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breach. If such matches indicate evidence of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breaches, your teacher is required to report your work for further investigation.

Use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) and automated writing tools

You may only use generative AI and automated writing tools in assessment tasks if you are permitted to by your unit coordinator. If you do use these tools, you must acknowledge this in your work, either in a footnote or an acknowledgement section. The assessment instructions or unit outline will give guidance of the types of tools that are permitted and how the tools should be used.

Your final submitted work must be your own, original work. You must acknowledge any use of generative AI tools that have been used in the assessment, and any material that forms part of your submission must be appropriately referenced. For guidance on how to acknowledge the use of AI, please refer to the AI in Education Canvas site.

The unapproved use of these tools or unacknowledged use will be considered a breach of the Academic Integrity Policy and penalties may apply.

Studiosity is permitted unless otherwise indicated by the unit coordinator. The use of this service must be acknowledged in your submission as detailed on the Learning Hub’s Canvas page.

Outside assessment tasks, generative AI tools may be used to support your learning. The AI in Education Canvas site contains a number of productive ways that students are using AI to improve their learning.

Learning support

Simple extensions

If you encounter a problem submitting your work on time, you may be able to apply for an extension of five calendar days through a simple extension.  The application process will be different depending on the type of assessment and extensions cannot be granted for some assessment types like exams.

Special consideration

If exceptional circumstances mean you can’t complete an assessment, you need consideration for a longer period of time, or if you have essential commitments which impact your performance in an assessment, you may be eligible for special consideration or special arrangements.

Special consideration applications will not be affected by a simple extension application.

Using AI responsibly

Co-created with students, AI in Education includes lots of helpful examples of how students use generative AI tools to support their learning. It explains how generative AI works, the different tools available and how to use them responsibly and productively.

Support for students

The Support for Students Policy reflects the University’s commitment to supporting students in their academic journey and making the University safe for students. It is important that you read and understand this policy so that you are familiar with the range of support services available to you and understand how to engage with them.

The University uses email as its primary source of communication with students who need support under the Support for Students Policy. Make sure you check your University email regularly and respond to any communications received from the University.

Learning resources and detailed information about weekly assessment and learning activities can be accessed via Canvas. It is essential that you visit your unit of study Canvas site to ensure you are up to date with all of your tasks.

If you are having difficulties completing your studies, or are feeling unsure about your progress, we are here to help. You can access the support services offered by the University at any time:

Support and Services (including health and wellbeing services, financial support and learning support)
Course planning and administration
Meet with an Academic Adviser

Weekly schedule

WK	Topic	Learning activity
Week -01	Exodontia 1 – Rationale (Paediatrics) - William Carlson-Jones (Pre-recorded)	Independent study (1 hr)
	Exodontia 2 – Armamentarium, Technique and Post-operative Care (Paediatrics) - William Carlson-Jones (Pre-recorded)	Independent study (1 hr)
	Exodontia 3 – Haemastasis, Wound Healing and Complications (Paediatrics) - William Carlson-Jones (Pre-recorded)	Independent study (1 hr)
Week 01	Introduction to Project Management (Oral Health in Society) - Amelia Seselja and Melanie Aley	Tutorial (1 hr)
Week 01	Preventative Management of Root Caries (Integrated Theory) W. Carlson-Jones	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 02	Tooth Erosion and Tooth Wear (Integrated Theory) - Dr Rosemary Golding	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 02	Evidence Based Practice Lecture 1 (Evidence-Based Practice)	Independent study (1 hr)
Week 03	Restorations and Periodontal Considerations (Integrated Theory) - Patrick Westhoff	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 03	Evidence Based Practice Tutorial 1 (Evidence-Based Practice)	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 04	Oral Health Promotion Project Workshop (Oral Health in Society) - Amelia Seselja, Melanie Aley and Jacqueline Biggar	Workshop (2 hr)
	Management of Patients with Hepatitis and HIV (Integrated Theory) - A. Terry	Lecture (1 hr)
	Disorders in Tooth Development 1 (Paediatrics - Kyle Cheng	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 05	Oral Health in Pregnancy (Integrated Theory) - Dr Ajesh George	Lecture (1 hr)
	Social and Psychological Aspects of Aging (Integrated Theory) - Jacqueline Biggar	Lecture (1 hr)
	Evidence Based Practice Lecture 2 (Evidence-Based Practice)	Independent study (1 hr)
Week 06	Polypharmacy 1 (Integrated Theory) - Dr Edwin Tan	Online class (1 hr)
	Evidence Based Practice Tutorial 2 (Evidence-Based Practice)	Tutorial (2 hr)
	Disorders in Tooth Development 2 (Paediatrics) - Kyle Cheng	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 07	Epidemiology and Oral Health (Oral Health in Society) - Arash Ghanbarzadegan	Online class (1 hr)
	Chemical Agents in Periodontal Therapy (Integrated Theory) - Dr Tihana Divnic-Resnik	Online class (1 hr)
	Management of Children with Special Needs (Paediatrics) - Dr Neeta Prabhu	Online class (1 hr)
Week 08	Polypharmacy 2 (Integrated Theory) - Dr Edwin Tan	Online class (1 hr)
	Evidence Based Practice Lecture 3 (Evidence-Based Practice)	Independent study (1 hr)
	Paediatric Oral Pathology (Paediatrics) - Melinda Lawther	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 09	Implant or Natural Tooth (Integrated Theory) - Dr Tihana Divnic-Resnik	Online class (1 hr)
	Evidence Based Practice Tutorial 3 (Evidence-Based Practice)	Tutorial (2 hr)
	Periodontal Disease in Children and Adolescents (Paediatrics) - Melinda Lawther	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 10	Australian Indigenous Culture and Community Health (Oral Health in Society) - Erin Taylor	Online class (1 hr)
	Treatment Planning for Adult Restorative Patient (Integrated Theory) - William Carlson-Jones	Lecture (1 hr)
	Paediatric Nutrition and Management of Patients with Eating Disorders (Integrated Theory & Paediatrics) - Dr Nikki Barrett	Online class (1 hr)
Week 11	Dentinal Hypersensitivity (Integrated Theory) - Dr Nikki Barrett	Online class (1 hr)
	Evidence Based Practice Lecture 4 (Evidence-Based Practice)	Independent study (1 hr)
	Early Interceptive Treatment – Canine Impaction and Developing Dentition (Paediatrics) - Dr Neeta Prabhu	Online class (1 hr)
Week 12	Case Based Learning – Elderly/Polypharmacy (Integrated Theory) - Jacqueline Biggar	Tutorial (2 hr)
	Evidence Based Practice Tutorial 4 (Evidence-Based Practice)	Tutorial (2 hr)
	Case Based Learning - Paediatrics (Paediatrics) - Kyle Cheng	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 13	Case Based Learning - Integrated Theory (Integrated Theory) - Patrick Westhoff	Tutorial (2 hr)

Attendance and class requirements

Attendance: Attendance is a professional responsibility required of all students admitted to academic programs within the Sydney Dental School. All programs in the Sydney Dental School have a 90% attendance policy, for all compulsory components of Units of Study, as detailed in the Faculty of Dentistry Attendance Provisions 2015. This includes all clinical and practical sessions. The course requirements cannot be satisfied if more than 10% of any section of a course is missed for any reason.
Professionalism: Students in all Sydney Dental School programs are subject to the Faculty of Medicine and Health Professionalism Requirements 2019 and the Faculty of Medicine and Health Professionalism Provisions 2019. Professionalism is an essential component of developing competency to practice. It is important for students to demonstrate professional behaviour in all contexts and environments. In accordance with these local provisions: candidates who demonstrate serious or repeated unprofessional behaviour may be required to show cause as to why their enrolment should be continued. Failure to show cause may result in exclusion from the course.

Study commitment

Typically, there is a minimum expectation of 1.5-2 hours of student effort per week per credit point for units of study offered over a full semester. For a 6 credit point unit, this equates to roughly 120-150 hours of student effort in total.

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes are what students know, understand and are able to do on completion of a unit of study. They are aligned with the University's graduate qualities and are assessed as part of the curriculum.

Outcomes
Graduate qualities

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

LO1. Examine the clinical implications of medical conditions that may require special precautions prior to or during dental treatment.
LO2. Identify and discuss modifiable and non-modifiable risk factors for periodontal disease and caries in individuals and treat accordingly.
LO3. Apply prevention and protective interventions for patient’s home care to develop a tailored oral health care plan for all ages.
LO4. Provide culturally safe care to diverse groups and populations, recognising barriers to accessing care and responding to the distinct needs of those at increased risk of poor oral health.
LO5. Design, critically appraise, implement, and evaluate evidence-based health promotion strategies and programs.
LO6. Describe different types of research methodologies, interpret statistical terminology and develop appropriate search strategies to answer clinical question.
LO7. Use critical reasoning and apply evidence-based research when individualising a patients treatment plan.
LO8. Engage in interprofessional collaborative practice to provide person-centred care including recognising where and when to refer.

Graduate qualities

The graduate qualities are the qualities and skills that all University of Sydney graduates must demonstrate on successful completion of an award course. As a future Sydney graduate, the set of qualities have been designed to equip you for the contemporary world.

GQ1	Depth of disciplinary expertise Deep disciplinary expertise is the ability to integrate and rigorously apply knowledge, understanding and skills of a recognised discipline defined by scholarly activity, as well as familiarity with evolving practice of the discipline.
GQ2	Critical thinking and problem solving Critical thinking and problem solving are the questioning of ideas, evidence and assumptions in order to propose and evaluate hypotheses or alternative arguments before formulating a conclusion or a solution to an identified problem.
GQ3	Oral and written communication Effective communication, in both oral and written form, is the clear exchange of meaning in a manner that is appropriate to audience and context.
GQ4	Information and digital literacy Information and digital literacy is the ability to locate, interpret, evaluate, manage, adapt, integrate, create and convey information using appropriate resources, tools and strategies.
GQ5	Inventiveness Generating novel ideas and solutions.
GQ6	Cultural competence Cultural Competence is the ability to actively, ethically, respectfully, and successfully engage across and between cultures. In the Australian context, this includes and celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, knowledge systems, and a mature understanding of contemporary issues.
GQ7	Interdisciplinary effectiveness Interdisciplinary effectiveness is the integration and synthesis of multiple viewpoints and practices, working effectively across disciplinary boundaries.
GQ8	Integrated professional, ethical, and personal identity An integrated professional, ethical and personal identity is understanding the interaction between one’s personal and professional selves in an ethical context.
GQ9	Influence Engaging others in a process, idea or vision.

Outcome map

Learning outcomes	Graduate qualities
Learning outcomes

Responding to student feedback

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Additional information

Work, health and safety

Students must comply with work health and safety, infection control and dress standard policies of all laboratories, placement sites and Local Health Districts (LHDs).

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Teaching staff

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Assessment

Assessment summary

Assessment criteria

Late submission

Academic integrity

Learning support

Learning support

Simple extensions

Special consideration

Using AI responsibly

Support for students

Weekly schedule

Weekly schedule

Attendance and class requirements

Study commitment

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes

Graduate qualities

Outcome map

Responding to student feedback

Responding to student feedback

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Additional information

Work, health and safety

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ORHL2201: Foundations of Oral Health IV

Semester 2, 2024 [Normal day] - Westmead, Sydney

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Overview

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Teaching staff

Assessment

Assessment

Assessment summary

Assessment criteria

Late submission

Academic integrity

Learning support

Learning support

Simple extensions

Special consideration

Using AI responsibly

Support for students

Weekly schedule

Weekly schedule

Attendance and class requirements

Study commitment

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes

Graduate qualities

Outcome map

Responding to student feedback

Responding to student feedback

Additional information

Additional information

Work, health and safety

Disclaimer

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Useful links