MD 111

Biology: Cells &molecules

3 Cr.(2+1)

Module No. MD- C&M 111

Module Objectives:

1.                            describe the structure of a typical cell

2.                            relate the structure of each of the intracellular components to function

3.                            explain the function of the cell membrane

4.                            develop an awareness of the general structure of tissues including their classification & functions

5.                            list biologically active molecules & their roles in life processes

6.                            develop an awareness of environmental & behavioural factors in the pathogenesis of disease

Contents

1.                            histology : light & electron microscopy of cells & tissues

2.                            physiology : cell membrane functions; including electrical properties. 

3.                            biochemistry : cell composition, biologically active molecules

4.                            microbiology : introduction mono-cellular organisms & viruses

5.                            pathology: introduction to neoplasia

6.                            Community medicine : pollution, Smoking, Food Additives

Relevant Case Studies: Lung cancer ; HIV ; glycogen storage disease

MD 112

General Chemistry

3 Cr.(2+1)

Module No. MD- CHM 112-INORGANIC & PYSICAL CHEMISTRY        

Module Objectives: Taking into consideration of the different background of the students, the general objectives of this course aim at achieving an

understanding of  A level chemistry especially those relating to physical   chemistry

Content Inputs:

1.       Physical chemistry: Atoms molecules & stoichimetry, Atomic structure, Chemical bonding, The gaseous state, Chemical energetics, Electrohemistry, Equilibria, Reaction kinetics

2.       Inorganic chemistry: the periodic table: chemical periodicity, Group II

Group IV, An introduction to the chemistry of transition elements

Practical chemistry : Qualitative analysis of acidic and basic radicals; Volumetric analysis

Relevant Cases in point for Health Sciences  Studies:

1.       Topics are selected for assignments or discussion groups

2.       inorganic compounds in every-day life

3.       intra- & extra-cellular ions

4.       forces acting across cell membranes

5.       Hyper-osmotic dehydration

MD 113

Physics

3 Cr.(2+1)

Module No. MD- PHS 113             

Module Objectives: Taking into consideration of the different background of the students, the general objectives of this course aim at achieving an understanding of A level physics & introduce students to the applications of physics to medicinal & health sciences practice.

Content Inputs:

                1. Magnetism, Electricity, electronics

                2. Heat, Light, sound

                3. Mechanics & basic fluid mechanics

Relevant Cases in point for Health Sciences  Studies:

                1. Hearing & vision

                2. Heamodynamics

                3. Spectrophotometry

                4. Ultrasound , x-rays & radiation therapy

MD 114

Compute Applications

3 Cr.(2+1)

Module No. MD- IS 114 – Computer Applications        

Module Objectives: On completion of this course the students shall

1.       understands the basics of computing & computer components

2.       become competent in the use of personal computers for educational purposes

3.       use a computer for communication

Content Inputs:

1.       computer hardware & basic PC requirements.

2.       software & its utilization

3.       operation of programs essential to module objectives

4.       The internet, search engines, important sites & search services.

5.       Electronic mail services

Relevant Case Studies:

                                Assignments to demonstrate above competencies

MD 115

English Language

3Cr.(1+2)

MD- ENG 115 Module Title: ENGLISH LANGUAGE / STUDY SKILLS            

Module Objectives: On completion of this course the students shall achieve at least ILETS or equivalent

1. demonstrate reading skills, using sample textbook extracts

2. writing, summarizing  & note-taking

3. listening

Content Inputs:

Adopt English language courses according to students entry level

A recognized scientific English course

Styles of learning & learning skills

Relevant Case Studies: Practice assignments using texts from recommended relevant sources.

MD 116

Sudan culture

2

Module No. MD- SUD 116               

Module Objectives: Taking into consideration of the different background of the students, this course offers learning experiences by the end of which students

1. gain insight into the impact of both ancient and modern histories of the Sudan on shaping the value systems of present Sudanese society
2. appreciate the cultural diversity of Sudanese communities
3. relate geographical, socio-economic & cultural diversity to the strengths of Sudanese society & the origins of conflict
4. quote examples of the contribution of Sudanese scholars & artists to national & international heritage
5. recognize the effects of  environmental , socioeconomic & cultural factors on health & disease

Content Inputs:

1. Ancient history of the Sudan
2. Overview of modern Sudanese history
3. Social-economy of the Sudan
4. Background to conflict
5. Literature & the Arts
6. Sudan economic geography
7. Socio-psychological studies & Sudanese identity

Relevant Case Studies:

1. Overview of Sudan geography & people
2. Kush, Meroe & other ancient kingdoms, Funj, Sennar & pre -Ottoman occupation,
3. Turkish rule, the Mahdia & condominium government.
4. Post independence governments & conflicts
5. Modern Sudan economy
6. Socio-cultural factors & health in Sudan

Guide to study: Schedules of Keynote Lectures by authors & invited scholars, Seminars, assignments on selected case studies & learning resources will be provided by the coordinator

 117

Arabic Language

2

Courses are designed according to M of H E guide lines. A Special Arabic course is available to non Arabic speaking students 

 118

Islamic Studies

2

Courses are designed according to M of H E guide lines. The Islamic studies course in English  is available to non Arabic speaking students 

BDS 121

General & Oral histology

3 Cr(2+1)

General Histology: This course presents tissue organization at the cellular & tissue levels as seen under the light microscope; the major tissue types and organs in the body. Laboratory microscope sessions reinforce the theoretical part of the course lto provide for. The course material is especially selected to provide essential background for the study of biochemistry, physiology, pathology, molecular biology & other medical and dental basic science courses.

Oral Histology: Oral histology presents details of the normal microscopic structure of oral tissues. It is the foundation for the study of diseases of the oral tissues & in particular oral pathology. In addition, the student understands tissue structure & function essential for selecting appropriate therapy or dental care procedures.

MD 122

Anatomy I

3Cr (2+1)

Gross Anatomy: This course introduces students to the gross anatomy of the human body. Lectures introduce students to the terminology of anatomical science and to a detailed description of the musculoskeletal system, the organ s of the thoracic and abdominal cavities, the vascular system, the spinal cord and the peripheral nervous system. A description of the functional properties of each of these areas is also discussed.

Lectures describing human embryology with an emphasis on the embryology of the heart and great vessels. Each lecture topic is accompanied by a two hour laboratory, where groups of students identify the structures described in the lecture. The lecture and laboratory exercises are designed to provide the  students with an anatomical perspective which they can draw upon in their studies of physiology, pharmacology and biochemistry of the human body.

MD 123

Biochemistry

3Cr.(2+1)

Biochemistry (Bio-molecules): This course provides the students with a basic understanding  of organic chemistry & fundamental biologic chemistry essential for  the study of metabolic processes, Nutrition, Microbiology and Pharmacology as well as an understanding of cell physiology ; all of which lay a foundation for Oral Pathology.

BDS 124

Physiology I

3Cr (2+1)

Physiology I: This Physiology course deals with the study of cell physiology including membrane function & basic electro-physiology, the body fluids, the blood , coagulation & blood transfusion, the metabolic rate and energy balance, respiratory, cardiovascular  physiology with particular emphasis on pathophysio-logy of systemic illness & emergencies involving  cardiopulmonary functions. This course prepares the student for the study of pharmacology and pathology related to these systems.

The course provides knowledge of the basic concepts of control and regulation of organ systems functions. & aims at developing critical thinking and understanding physiological basis of integration in organ systems functions as a prerequisite for elucidation of patho-physiologic processes.

BDS 125

Introduction to Dentistry

2 Cr(1+1)

The student is introduced to the science & practice of dentistry, the roles dental practitioners & specialists play as an integral component of  preventive and curative heath care systems.

This course orients the student to the structure & functional relationships of dental services, dental specialities & the practice of dentistry in Sudan. The course also introduces dental equipment and various aspects of safety in the dental clinic.

The course consists of a series of lectures, demonstrations & visits to dental health centres & clinics.

MD 126

English Language

3 Cr(2+1)

MD 127

Arabic Language

2

MD 128

Islamic studies

2

MD 129

Physics

MD 130

Math

BDS 232

Dental Anatomy

4Cr(2+2)

Dental Anatomy: The study of dental anatomy is fundamental in the study of dentistry. This course consists of lecturers & laboratory practical sessions. The course provides students with knowledge in the anatomical and morphological characteristics of the teeth. This knowledge finds applications in learning dental procedures for restorative dentistry so as to maintain the proper form and function of teeth.

It is also used in other disciplines in which the individual tooth form and contour is an important factor in diagnosis and treatment; viz. endodontics, orthodontics, periodontics, radiology, and prosthetic.

Dental anatomy enables the identification of individual teeth for forensic and other purposes, diagnosis of tooth form anomalies, and treatment of dental pathologies. Students are expected to demonstrate knowledge of the morphological characteristics of each one of the upper upper and lower sets of teeth.

Introduction to Occlusion : (1+1) The relevance of occlusion in all the phases of the study of general dentistry cannot be over emphasised. Special attention is given basic knowledge and understanding of craniofacial growth and the development of the teeth and occlusion Studies include the anatomy, parafunction, and function of the gnatho-somatic system; an introduction to diagnosis and management of temporo-mandibular joint dysfunction, skills to clinical examination, occlusal adjustment, diagnostic mounting, and delivery of occlusal splint on a patient.

BDS 233

Physiology

3(2+1)

Physiology  II: This course deals with the study the physiology of the oral cavity, salivary glands, the physiology of  mastication, swallowing and the functions of the gastrointestinal system; renal mechanisms that regulate body fluids and electrolytes, blood pH & blood pressure, the endocrine system & human reproduction.

This course integrates normal structure & function so as to prepare the student for the study of oral pathology, clinical medicine & surgery as well as that of pharmacology  related to these systems.

BDS 234

Anatomy II

2 Cr(1+1)

This course introduces students to the gross anatomy of the human body. Lectures introduce students to the terminology of human anatomy including descriptions of the musculoskeletal system, the organs &structures of the thoracic and abdominal cavities, the vascular system, & the anatomy, blood supply of the spinal cord and the brain; peripheral nervous system. A description of the functional properties of each of these areas is also discussed.

Lectures on human embryology with an emphasis on the development of the heart and great vessels, topic are reinforced by dissection room demonstrations & laboratories. This knowledge is essential for the study of physiology, pharmacology and biochemistry of the human body.
Head & Neck Anatomy: Dental professionals should have a thorough knowledge of the anatomy of the head and neck. An understanding of anatomical relationships is required for physical diagnosis, radiographic interpretation d diagnosis, administration of anaesthesia both local and general, and as a basis for the study of pathology. This course is designed to provide the student with the anatomical knowledge essential for all his/her dental studies.

Facial Growth lectures integrate basic concepts of human craniofacial growth during prenatal development up to maturity. Lectures emphasize the time-dependent changes that occur with growth and physical maturation

MD 235

Biochemistry & Nutrition

3 Cr(2+1)

Biochemistry –Nutrition & Metabolism – This course provides consists of nutritional studies essential to medicine and dentistry. It provides the students with a basic understanding of biologic chemistry and metabolic processes essential for the study of Microbiology, Pharmacology and Nutrition as well as an understanding of cell physiology and Oral Pathology. The nutrition component of this course  covers the principles of nutrition as applied to oral and general health with emphasis on prevention and the positive role of good nutrition in maintenance of oral health and healing of oral tissues.

BDS 236

Dental materials

2 Cr(1+1)

Introduction To Dental Materials: This course addresses basic material science theory on the use of metals: ceramics, and polymers in dentistry so as to provide the student with knowledge of the general nature and composition of dental materials, the physical properties of materials used in dentistry; the indications for and proper use of dental materials.

The course is integrated with the pre-clinic course in prosthodontics, where the manipulations of the various materials are applied in laboratory practical classes.

BDS 241

Neuroscience

3 Cr(2+1)

Neuroscience: The Neuroscience course provides the students with an integrated approach to an understanding of the structure and function of neurons, synapses & the anatomy and function of the central & peripheral parts of the nervous system. Basic neuroanatomical and physiological principles will be learnt and related to normal function and disorders of the human nervous system.

BDS 242

General pathology

3 Cr(2+1)

Basic Disease Processes: This part of the course aims at understanding general pathology of disease processes. The basic changes which take place in tissues during disease processes are described. The disease processes described are cell injury and death, inflammation, circulatory disturbances, repair and disturbances of growth.

Pathology of the Systems: Students study the effects of basic disease processes on the different organ systems in the human body. The course provides opportunities for developing of skills in histopathologic diagnosis of the major organ systems diseases through discussions & seminars.

BDS 243

Dental pathology

2Cr (1+1)

Students are introduced to the study of  diseases of odontogenic tissues including developmental anomalies as well as introduction to basic skills in clinical differential diagnosis and communication between the dental clinicians, oral pathologist, oral surgeon and other health care professionals

Caries. The focus is on understanding underlying processes of caries. In particular, the course focuses on development and diagnosis of caries. This basic study prepares students for further studies in Pathology and the clinical courses.

An introduction to odontogenic tumours & odontomes is also included.

Practical classes reinforce understanding of the pathological processes of caries, changes in tooth structure and its relationship to development of carious lesions, as well as the effects of fluoride, resistance to caries, fluorosis and the microbiology of caries.

Clinical correlation of the course contents with clinical practice is emphasised. The students shall explain the histopathology, radiological interpretation and sequelae of caries. The students will participate in clinico-pathologic conferences, during which cases from the different categories of disease will be presented and discussed.

BDS 244

Microbiology & immunology

4Cr (2+2)

 Microbiology and Immunology: This course deals with mechanisms of infective agents and the responses of the body both useful and pathological. The focus  is on understanding the underlying processes using key examples of diseases to give depth for evaluating virulence..

The course addresses non-specific inflammation and specific adaptive immune responses as well as an overview of bacteria and viruses with an introduction to bacterial and viral diseases. The course highlights mucosal spread of disease, mucosal disease processes, and immune responses in the mucosa. The student is expected to relate the knowledge of processes & concepts with the study of Pathology and clinical studies of disease

BDS 245

Oral Microbiology

2Cr (1+1)

Oral Microbiology: The students study the major mechanisms of infectious diseases; the body responses to the infective agent. The focus is on understanding underlying processes using key examples of diseases to give depth for evaluating virulence mechanisms. This basic knowledge will help students relate these responses to pathological and clinical mechanisms.

The course includes analysis of microbial diseases and major viral diseases, candidiasis & other fungal infections as well as an overview of oral ecology; microbiology and periodontal diseases, mucosal spread of disease mucosal infections & plaque related microbial diseases.

BDS 246

Community Health promotion

3Cr (2+1)

The purpose of this course is to provide dental students with the theory and application of concepts in health promotion. An understanding of such concepts will enable the student to provide culturally sensitive dental health care, fosters positive health behaviours and acknowledges the health beliefs of all individuals and communities. Health Related Behaviours provide the oral health care giver with information on strategies for recognizing and dealing with negative dental care behaviours; in particular the role of the dental practitioner in communicating effectively with patients , behaviour, recognition of behaviours, implications for dental care, concepts of behaviour change, and professional responsibilities manifested in patients and colleagues. Substance abuse, eating disorders, tobacco and alcohol dependence, stress , systemic and mental illness; and how to deal with professional colleagues exhibiting abnormal behaviour.

Communication Skills: The contents of this part of the course include basic theory of communication, understanding the basics of interpersonal communication including self awareness verbal and nonverbal communication so as to deal with difficulties in communication with patients  other members of the health team; to take a brief history from a patient and to collect relevant socioeconomic & health information during family or community visits

BDS 351

Pharmacology

2Cr (1+1)

This consists of basic knowledge of drug related issues associated with therapy, drug excretion & metabolism. The students will be prepared to make decisions about use of therapeutic agents for the treatment of patients according to their special physiological & pathological status. Students will be able to evaluate the impact of the patient’s drug history on their oral health.

The course integrates principles of physiology, biochemistry, anatomy and nutrition for assessment of pharmaco-therapeutics in a series of lectures tutorials & assignments.

BDS 352

General Medicine

2Cr (1+1)

Principles of Medicine: This course prepares students to address the needs of medically compromised patients. This course will provide students with an overview of the basics of medicine including cardiac conditions, women’s health issues; alcoholism; rheumatologic diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis; pulmonary diseases including COPD and asthma; haematologic diseases including bleeding disorders such as von Willebrand’s disease, haemophilia and chronic renal failure; dermatological diseases; endocrine disorders such as diabetes and thyroid diseases; gastric disorders; and central nervous system disorders  including stroke and epilepsy.

BDS 353

 General Surgery

2Cr (1+1)

The Purpose of this course is to provide 3rd year dental students with an understanding of the basic principals of the clinical practice of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. The course is designed to provide a comprehensive description of the basic oral surgery procedures performed by at the level of general practice. On the other hand it provides an awareness of the more advanced and complex surgical management interventions.

BDS 354

Preclinical Operative Conservative dentistry

2Cr (1+1)

Operative Techniques: This course provides an introduction to operative dentistry; classification and nomenclature of cavity preparation; principles of cavity preparation and design in relation to the histological structure of the teeth, and occlusal forces; composition, properties, uses and manipulation of restorative materials; investing and casting techniques.

Operative Technique Laboratory: Students are trained in a laboratory setting on the skills necessary to perform operative procedures, familiarization with cutting instruments.tudent prepares each type of cavity in an extracted human tooth. These preparations are restored with the appropriate material, which includes cohesive gold foil, silver amalgam, inlay gold, and composite materials. To emphasize time management, procedures are completed within established time limits.

BDS 355

Preclinical Prosthodontics.

2Cr (1+1)

Principles of Removable Prosthodontics : This course introduces preclinical knowledge and the basics of clinical treatment of patients. This is followed by of additional removable prosthodontic topics to cover the overall basic knowledge needed for patient care.

Techniques and skills are also presented, demonstrated and discussed. Specifically, the procedures for fabrication of immediate complete dentures are given and discussed.

BDS 346

Preclinical OMF surgery & Diagnostic process

3 Cr(2+1)

Introduction to Oral Surgery provides 3 ^rd. year dental students with an understanding of the basic principals of the clinical practice of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. The main emphasis is to provide a comprehensive theoretical description of the basic oral surgery procedures performed in general dental practice. This is reinforced by demonstrations and skills lab sessions so as to prepare the student for clinical practice in the faculty clinics. It will provide an initial foundation for the comprehensive dental examination, data collection, assessment of findings, and chart documentation.

Introduction to primary & comprehensive care  provides students with experience and assessment of skills in comprehensive patient care including patient management, clinic utilization, time management, and quality of care appropriate to student’s level. This course focuses on the integration of the clinical disciplines in the provision of comprehensive care to meet patient needs.

BDS 357

Oral pathology

3 (1+2)

This course consists of the theory and practical application of the main concepts definitions & classification of oral diseases. Students study the genetic and immunological basis oral diseases. The course also includes injury and repair of hard tissues, pathology of periodontal diseases, connective tissue hyperplasia & benign neoplasia.

Students are exposed to clinical and laboratory-based experiences in histopatology including : mucocutaneuos diseases, cysts of the oral and paraoral tissues, odontogenic tumours & bone diseases.

BDS 358

Community dentistry

3 (2+1)

The course consisting of lectures, tutorials and fieldtrips. The contents include public health principles, basic elements of administration of dental services; including planning, operation, and evaluation and quality services. Community dental programs for specific purposes, dental services to children, community dental health education. The role of dental practitioners in  the public health program

Field trips are made to study a child health centers, dental auxiliaries training centers, mobile dental service projects and waterworks fluoridation plants.

Students will also be introduced to concepts of Risk Management , the Ethics of Dental Practice & Dental Jurisprudence. The purpose of this part of the course is to provide the dental student with insights  and knowledge into the concepts & practice of dental codes of conduct, dentistry and the law as well as the subjects of dental jurisprudence and risk management

BDS361

OMF pathology I

2 Cr(1+1)

OMF pathology is a specialty that deals with diagnosis and management of diseases affecting the oral and paraoral head and neck region. The course prepares students to diagnose and treat oral and maxillofacial diseases, recognise critical connections between care disease and systemic disease, as well as to use laboratory diagnostic and clinical skills for management of patients.

The objectives of this course: (1) recognise abnormal conditions affecting the oral mucosa, bones of the craniofacial skeleton and the dentition. (2) Correlate clinical and laboratory findings and arrive at a differential diagnosis. (3) Consider the relationships of etiology, pathogenesis and treatment options. 

BDS362

Peado- & Orthodontics

3 Cr(2+1)

Child Development: This course provides the third year dental student with the background for assessment of children’s problems and programming of remedial and preventive care. Included are methods and rationale for oral treatment procedures, basic concepts of dental development and child behaviour guidance.

Upon completion of the laboratory portion of this course the student will begin treatment of paediatric patients. Specialized areas such as; community service in paediatric dentistry, treating disabled children, treating oral habits, paediatric sedation and hospital practice will be introduced.

Orthodontics This starts with a didactic course on the principles of malocclusion & interceptive orthodontics. The course also covers the aetiology and recognition of malocclusion, indications for treatment and biologic basis for tooth movement.

Orthodontics lab : The students will apply these principles to orthodontic care of cases in  a laboratory setting. In this laboratory course the basic designs of wire bending for common orthodontic limited treatment appliances are presented.

BDS363

Periodontics

2 Cr(1+1)

Introduction to Periodontology: This course will provide the opportunity to learn the basic principles of medical history review, periodontal data collection, risk assessment, and periodontal therapies available to treat the patient. The course will prepare students for laboratory and clinical application of these principles at the beginners level.

Periodontology Instrumentation : This course is the beginning of a sequence designed to present the student with the opportunity to learn the application of the basic principles of periodontal data collection, prevention, and non-surgical periodontal instrumentation on a typodont followed by application on a student partner.

Upon completion of the course, students will be prepared to begin clinical application of periodontal data collection and periodontal instrumentation in the clinic.

BDS364

Conservative dentistry

2 Cr(1+1)

Operative Technique: This course provides clinical applications in operative dentistry which include classification and nomenclature of cavity preparation; principles of cavity preparation and design in relation to the histological structure of the teeth, and occlusal forces; composition, properties, uses and manipulation of restorative materials; investing and casting techniques on patients under supervision.

Operative Dentistry Clinic: The student will begin to integrate the principles and techniques taught in the pre-clinical operative technique courses. The student completes the diagnosis and the treatment plan for each assigned patient. Students conduct their own practice in a manner similar to a graduate practitioner, under the guidance of an assigned instructor. Students are expected to demonstrate the technical ability to provide appropriate restorative procedures at the beginners level under supervision & guidance

BDS365

Removable prosthodontics

2 Cr(1+1)

Principles of Removable Prosthodontics : This course consists of lecture and lab. Topics covered include concepts of denture occlusion and equilibration. Common concepts are re-enforced and expanded upon as they relate to restoring the edentulous patient to biological and psychological function. Topics covered include principles of removable partial denture design including surveyor analysis and mouth preparation.

In depth instruction is given to the procedures for fabrication of maxillary and mandibular complete dentures. This includes the chair side techniques and the laboratory procedures involved together with developing awareness of patient management and various approaches to behavioural modifications.

Students will practice clinical treatment of patients under supervision. Student begin to develop sound judgments in the comprehensive treatment plans for partially edentulous and completely edentulous patients. They begin to apply previously learned knowledge and skills to increase their technical abilities.

communication.

BDS366

O&MF surgery

2 Cr(1+1)

Introduction to Oral Surgery provides fourth year dental students with an understanding of the basic

principals of the clinical practice of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. The course is presented from two major

levels. The first is to provide a comprehensive description of the basic oral surgery procedures performed

by most general practitioners. The second is to provide an overview of more advanced and complex surgical management.

BDS. 367

Comm. Dent & research

2 Cr(1+1)

The purpose of this course is to provide third year dental students with skills to critically review scientific literature including study design, basic statistics, and bias in research. The dental student will be introduced to basic economic principles, as well as financial management and financial planning concepts that will assist in reaching personal and professional financial goals. Students will attend lectures and prepare a research proposal.

Students will work with the clinic’s regular patient population, demonstrating clinical judgment and skills in patient management, diagnosis, treatment planning, and delivery of care.

The patients will be drawn from an underserved population, including medically compromised patients, possibly HIV positive patients, elderly patients, children, and low-income patients. Students gain experience in treating patients in an urban community health centres. Under the supervision of a dental practitioner .& Collge faculty, students will attend lectures on epidemiology and biomedical statistics.

BDS 368

Fixed prosthodontics

2 Cr(1+1)

Principles of Fixed Prosthodontics

This course presents to the 3^rd. year dental student the concepts and clinical application principles of cast restorations, ceramic veneers and all-ceramic crown systems. The aspects of effective relationships with dental laboratory technicians is explored and discussed.

Fixed Prosthodontic Technique I

This laboratory-based course is designed to prepare the student at this stage of fixed prosthetics by introducing treatment planning and the use of dental equipment such as the articulator and dental hand pieces. The student continues to develop tooth preparation and beginning dental laboratory skills. The skills acquired in this course will be used in other fixed prosthetics courses throughout the remaining parts of the program

BDS 369

Pharmacology II

2Cr (1+1)

This consists of basic knowledge of drug related issues associated with therapy, drug excretion & metabolism. The students will be prepared to make decisions about use of therapeutic agents for the treatment of patients according to their special physiological & pathological status. Students will be able to evaluate the impact of the patient’s drug history on their oral health.

The course integrates principles of physiology, biochemistry, anatomy and nutrition for assessment of pharmaco-therapeutics in a series of lectures tutorials & assignments.

BDS 471

O&MF surgeryCONT

3 Cr(2+1)

Students continue to expand their knowledge base for  oral and maxillofacial surgery for the general dental practitioner. This course builds on the material presented in the introductory to Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery as well as their knowledge of pain & anxiety control.

This lecture series is taken concurrently with Oral Surgery Clinical Practice.

The purpose of this course is to build on oral and maxillofacial surgery topics introduced in the previous year and to prepare the future general dentist who will perform and plan surgery treatment for patients.

Understanding of problems and procedures that are managed by specialists is important for the general practitioner in order to exercise reasonable clinical surgical judgment during the diagnosis & or post surgical general dental management.

Emphasis will be placed on current standards of practice. Future directions for evaluation and management for surgical problems will be presented to emphasize the dynamic nature of oral & maxillofacial surgery. Appropriate consultation and referral is discussed in relationship to the areas presented.

BDS 472

OMF Radiology

2 Cr(1+1)

This course will prepare the student in the basic principles of radiology required of all radiation workers using x-radiation. It is an introductory didactic course providing knowledge and understanding of radiology required for the practical component f the course.

Oral Radiographic Techniques (Lec/Lab) support and amplifies those principles, techniques, and procedures covered in the didactic course. Manikins are utilized in this laboratory training with development of skills using primarily a paralleling, film-size collimation, intraoral techniques. Emphasis is given to exposing, processing, mounting, critiquing, and evaluating intraoral periapical and bitewing radiographs.

Special sessions present the study of interpretation of radiographic landmarks & dental materials, film errors & corrections, localization techniques, occlusal projections, paediatric techniques, bisecting angle technique, and demonstrations of alternate techniques for various difficult cases.

BDS 473

Conservative & endoCONT

2 Cr(1+1)

Operative Dentistry Clinic: The student will apply the principles and techniques taught in the previous courses. The student completes the diagnosis and the treatment plan for each assigned patient. Students conduct their own practice in a manner similar to a graduate practitioner, under the guidance of an assigned instructor. Students are expected to demonstrate the technical ability to provide appropriate restorative procedures at the beginners’ level under supervision & guidance.

Endodontic Principles and Practice :This part of the course establishes the core knowledge required for the diagnosis of pulpal and periradicular disease and its treatment. The Endo Technique Lab introduces the basic techniques and hand skills required for beginning endodontic practice in the clinic.

BDS 474

PeriodonticsCONT

2 Cr(1+1)

Introduction to Clinical Periodontology: This course will prepare the student for clinical practice as a beginning general dentist in the dental chool facility. It will provide the fundamentals of the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of periodontal disorders in the context of general dental practice. This course applies all of the pre-clinical periodontology learned during the preceding couses.

Activities in this course are integrated with experiences in priodtology courses and operative techniques to train students in comprehensive patient treatment and sequencing of their newly acquired patient pool.

BDS 475

Removable prosthodontics

2 Cr(1+1)

Principles of Removable Prosthodontics: The course relates to restoring the partially edentulous patient to biological and psychological function. In depth instruction is given to the procedures for fabrication of maxillary and mandibular removable partial dentures. Included are the steps involved in the design of metal frameworks and dental laboratory

Removable Prosthodontic Clinic: This course is one of a series offering experiences in clinical treatment of patients at the beginners level. The students begins to develop sound judgments in the comprehensive treatment plans for partially edentulous and completely edentulous patients. They begin to apply previous learned knowledge and skills to increase their technical abilities.

BDS 476

Fixed prosthodonticsCONT

2 Cr(1+1)

Fixed Prosthodontic Technique II

Areas of crown and bridge prosthodontics covered include variations of tooth preparations, impression techniques, waxing, casting, soldering, ceramics, and principles of occlusion, cementation of castings, pontic design and clinical orientation.

Fixed Prosthodontic Clinic I

On entry of the clinical rotation, the student is assigned patients and is responsible for their management and the delivery of comprehensive care including diagnosis, treatment planning, and the coordination of care. By the end of the rotation, the student should gain experience in treatment planning on at least 6patients; of whom at least three patients for fixed prosthodontic should completed.

BDS 477

Peado- & Orthodontics

2 Cr(1+1)

Pediatric Dentistry Clinic: This is the first clinical application of principles and techniques related to clinical care of children and adolescent for four weeks  devoted to fundamentals related to restorative and preventive techniques unique to children. Students then begin comprehensive care for assigned patients, both new and recall patients, in a manner consistent with a general practitioner.

Orthodontics start with a didactic course which builds on the principles presented in previous courses. The course provides a foundation in tooth moving appliances and orthodontic diagnosis; the understanding of the needs of the cleft lip and palate patient, the TMJ patient, the periodontal patient and the orthognathic surgery patient.

Orthodontics lab: The students will apply these principles to orthodontic care of cases in  a laboratory setting. In this laboratory course the basic designs for common orthodontic limited treatment appliances are presented. The student will develop the technical skills necessary to fabricate fixed and removable appliances for movement of teeth and for space maintenance

Each student works under the supervision on allocated ortho. cases. Students, working in pairs, are assigned a single limited treatment case that they are responsible for treating for 2 years.

BDS 478

Oral Medicine

2 Cr(1+1)

Skills achieved during this course builds upon previous didactic and laboratory courses and previous clinical radiology assignments.

New    This course sets out to introduce students to the definition and concepts of oral medicine and its practices in the clinic and in hospitalized patients.

The students gain an understanding of a wide spectrum of diseases which can be classified as follows: Oral mucosal diseases such as ulcers, red and white lesions, pigmentation, benign tumours including gingival enlargement, oral cancer and diseases of the tongue.

The course also includes the diagnoses, treatment planning and management of orofacial pain and temporo mandibualr joint disease, salivary gland disease; infections and infectious diseases; the diagnosis of medical problem in dentistry, oral manifestations of systemic disease and therapeutics; management of medically compromised dental patients and emergencies in the dental clinic.

The course includes lectures and clinics which emphasise diagnosis, management and infection control.

Radiological diagnoses: The clinical course includes a one-week rotation  which provides clinical experiences with intraoral and panoramic radiographic techniques on patients.

BDS 479

OMF pathology II

2 Cr(1+1)

This course deals with: Developmental defects, pulpal and periapical disease, periodontal disease, bacterial infection, fungal and protozoal diseases, viral infections; physical and chemical injuries and immunological diseases, epithelial tissue pathology; salivary gland disease; soft tissue tumours.

The course consists of a series of lectures, case presentations and clinical correlation sessions.   

BDS481

O&MF surgery cont

3 Cr(2+1)

The purpose of this course is to build on oral and maxillofacial surgery topics introduced in the junior year and to prepare the future general dentist who will perform and plan surgery treatment for patients. Understanding of problems and procedures usually managed by specialists is important for the general practitioner so as to develop

Clinical judgment during the diagnosis phase or for post surgical general dental management. Appropriate consultation and referral is discussed in relationship to the areas presented. Subspecialists in certain areas such as surgical oncology, reconstruction, treatment of congenital deformities etc will be utilized in order to allow familiarity with their practices and perspective.

Subspecialists such as surgical oncology, reconstruction, treatment of congenital deformities etc will be called upon to allow familiarity with specialized practices and their to relation to general dentistry

Introduction to Implant Dentistry The purpose of this part of the course is to present information and hands on experiences that will familiarize the student with basic dental implant procedures. Clinical experiences are planned to prepare the student to handle uncomplicated clinical cases and determine implant case difficulty.

BDS482

Oral medicine & radiology

2 Cr (1+1)

Lectures on oral medicine started in BDS 471. This course continues lectures,  clinical practice & offers clinical experiences in medical emergencies

Medical Emergencies: This part of the course provides the student with the background and skill to recognize and manage emergency situations that might develop in the dental office. Emphasis will be placed on prevention, prompt recognition and effective treatment of life threatening emergency situations that can occur in the practice of general dentistry. A 2 week rotation in the ER will expose students to dental emergencies to reinforce material learned in the theoretical part of the course.

Radiographic techniques and interpretation are offered of the most commonly used extraoral views in dentistry with special emphasis on panoramic radiography and standard skull films. A discussion of TMJ radiography and arthography, tomography, dental implant imaging, sialography, CT and MRI imaging, subtraction radiography, digital imaging and other newly developing imaging systems is included.

The course also offers demonstration and application of interpretation methods (including written reports), panoramic techniques, film duplication, quality assurance testing, and infection control methods, radiation health and safety, film selection criteria, and legal issues are reinforced during the rotation.

BDS483

Conservative & endo

3 Cr(2+1)

Operative Dentistry Clinic: The student will apply the principles and techniques taught in the previous courses. The student completes the diagnosis and the treatment plan for each assigned patient. Students conduct their own practice in a manner similar to a graduate practitioner, under the guidance of an assigned instructor. Students are expected to demonstrate the technical ability to provide appropriate restorative procedures at the beginners’ level under supervision & guidance.

Endodontic Principles and Practice : This course establishes the core knowledge required for the diagnosis of pulpal and periradicular disease and its treatment.

BDS484

Periodontics

2 Cr(1+1)

Non-Surgical Periodontics

This course will present the student with the opportunity for clinical application of periodontal techniques and instruments for prevention and definitive control of periodontal disease learned in previous semester. The student will act as a secondary dental provider, providing periodontal therapy to assigned patients with less complicated periodontal case types.

Upon completion of the course, students will be prepared to perform a comprehensive periodontal examination, prevention education, and scaling

and root planing as appropriate for the patient at the beginner level.

BDS485

Removable prosthodontics

2 Cr(1+1)

Removable Prosthodontic Clinic This course is the third in the sequence of seven continuous terms of clinical treatment of patients. At the novice level, the student begins to develop sound judgments in the comprehensive treatment plans for partially edentulous and completely edentulous patients. They begin to apply previous learned knowledge

and skills to increase their technical abilities.

BDS486

Fixed prosthodontics

2 Cr(1+1)

This course continues training in fixed prosthodontic techniques.  Students are assigned increasingly advanced fixed prosthodontic problems. Upon completion of the course the student should have gained experience in the completion of approximately 14 fixed prosthodontics procedures.

During the 4^th. year students gain skill in judgment and the ability to analyze more complex cases efficiently & should demonstrate the completion of approximately 20 fixed prosthodontics procedures.

BDS.487

Paedodonics

2 Cr(1+1)

Pediatric Dentistry Clinic  – Students start comprehensive care for assigned patients. Each student works under the guidance of a new section instructor for the entire quarter. It is expected that the student see enough patients to earn 100 points according to the scheme found in their clinic syllabus. Progress towards completion of unit requirements (detailed in the syllabus) depend upon opportunities presented by randomly assigned patients.

 Students, working in pairs, are assigned a single limited treatment case that they are responsible for treating for two years.

This course continues clinical principles and techniques related to clinical care of children and adolescents. Students continue comprehensive care for assigned patients, both new and recall patients, in a manner consistent with a general practitioner. Each student works under the guidance and is expected to meet semester benchmarks for clinic production.

Progress towards completion of unit requirements depend upon opportunities presented by randomly assigned patients.

BDS 488

Orthodontics

2 Cr(1+1)

This starts with a didactic course which builds on the principles presented in previous courses. The course provides a foundation in tooth moving appliances and orthodontic diagnosis. The course also covers the aetiology and recognition of malocclusion, indications for treatment; biologic basis for tooth movement and the understanding of the needs of the cleft lip and palate patient, the TMJ patient, the periodontal patient and the orthognathic surgery patient.

Orthodontics lab: The students will apply these principles to orthodontic care of cases in  a laboratory setting. In this laboratory course the basic designs for common orthodontic limited treatment appliances are presented. The student will develop the technical skills necessary to fabricate fixed and removable appliances for movement of teeth and for space maintenance

Students, working in pairs, are assigned a single limited treatment case that they are responsible for treating for 2 years.

BDS 591

O&MF surgery

3 Cr(2+1)

This clinical rotation in the senior year, allows the student to diagnose and treat more complicated oral and maxillofacial surgery cases. Students are exposed to a wide variety of dentoalveolar surgeries and are required to perform surgical extractions under faculty supervision.

Outcomes are measured in five areas: preparation, patient evaluation, surgical skill, patient management and surgical record/financial management. One-hour conferences are held on each day of the rotation to discuss, in small seminars, practical aspects of oral surgery such as: Drug regimens, instrumentation, surgical anatomy, and trauma, suturing technique, biopsy techniques & approaches to pathology.

Experience in clinical radiology is gained during a further 1-week rotation with assigned patient’s full mouth series. This clinical course then proceeds to provide more clinical experiences with intraoral and panoramic radiographic techniques on patients. Skills achieved during this one-week rotation build upon previous didactic and laboratory courses and previous clinical radiology assignments.

Emphasis is given to exposing, processing, mounting, critiquing, and evaluating intraoral, periodical and bitewing radiographs utilizing primarily the paralleling technique, patient evaluation, patient management, surgical records & financial management.

BDS 592

Oral medicine & radiology

2 Cr(1+1)

The lecture course introduces radiographic techniques and interpretation of the most often used extraoral views in dentistry with special emphasis on panoramic radiography and standard skull films. A discussion of TMJ radiography and arthography, tomography, dental implant imaging, sialography, CT and MRI imaging, subtraction radiography, digital imaging and other newly developing imaging systems is included

Medical Emergencies

This part of the course provides the student with the background and skill to recognize and manage emergency situations that might develop in the dental office. Emphasis will be placed on prevention, prompt recognition and effective treatment of life threatening emergency situations that can occur in the practice of general dentistry.

A 2 week rotation in the ER will expose students to dental emergencies to reinforce material learned in the theoretical part of the course

BDS 593

Conservative & endodontics

3 Cr(2+1)

The course builds upon and expands the core knowledge base introduced at the start. It covers material necessary for the diagnosis of pulpal and periradicular disease and its treatment.

The clinical roration provides the student with practical experience in the diagnosis and treatment of uncomplicated endodontic cases under direct guidance of department faculty. Three or more root canals are expected to be treated under supervision.

 More difficult cases are considered as the patient’s present and the student’s experience increases. The student completes the diagnosis and the treatment plan for each assigned patient. Students conduct their own practice in a manner similar to a graduate practitioner, under the guidance of an assigned instructor. The course aims to gives fifth year dental students information and skills that will allow them to provide a standard of care consistent with the Quality Assurance Guidelines for Endodontics

The course also includes urgent Care Rotation which gives the senior student practical experience in the diagnosis and treatment of increasingly difficult endodontic cases ( a minimum of two molar teeth) with less supervision. The student learns to recognize cases in need of appropriate for referral..

BDS 594

Periodontics

2 Cr(1+1)

Periodontology Clinic

On completion of this clinical course the student becomes proficient in screening for periodontal diseases, evaluating the periodontium, and recognizing and diagnosing periodontal diseases. The student should also become competent at managing cases exhibiting gingivitis and mild periodontitis.

As a secondary objective, the student will gain insight into the dental specialty of periodontics through exposure to a variety of procedures, including non-surgical and surgical therapy by assisting in procedures & other interventions .

The ultimate goal is to enable the dental graduate to provide the highest level of periodontal care to patients through early recognition and prompt, appropriate treatment or referral of patients with periodontal disease.

BDS 595

Removable prosth.

2 Cr(1+1)

Principles of Removable Prosthodontics: This course presents new areas of treatment that has not been covered previously. Basic concepts are shown to be consistent to all treatment options. More thorough and expanding knowledge is discussed for various treatment modalities. Both completely edentulous patients and partially dentate patients are

Removable Prosthodontic Clinic : This course is the last  of clinical courses leading to a professional degree in dentistry. Experiences attained to start this level of patient treatment bring the student to a point of self assessment. The student should be less depednt on the instructor for making sound management decisions. The clinical  and technical abilities should also show the progress of the student’s towards competency to undertake independent professional work.

BDS 596

Fixed prosthodontics

2

This is the final clinical course in fixed prosthodontics. During the course the student will gain the competence in critical thinking and problem solving skill needed to evaluate and diagnose patients’ needs, recommend multi-discipline treatment, refer treatment as

necessary, provide uncomplicated prosthodontic treatment, and provide home care instructions and follow-up procedures as individually indicated.

Upon completion of the senior year the student should be capable of treating the non-complicated fixed prosthodontic needs of dental patients at the level of the beginning

general dentist. The student should have completed a total of at least 32 fixed prosthodontics procedures.

BDS 597

Paedodonics

2 Cr(1+1)

Pediatric Dentistry Clinic This course continues clinical principles and techniques related to clinical care of children and adolescents . Students continue comprehensive care for assigned patients, both new and recall patients, in a manner consistent with a general practitioner. Each student works under the guidance  of an instructor and is expected to meet semester benchmarks for clinic production.

Progress towards completion of unit requirements depends upon opportunities presented by randomly assigned patients.

BDS 598

Orthodontics

2

This course provides the final stage in the diagnosis and treatment of a limited orthodontic case under direct guidance of department faculty over two academic years. Students, working in pairs, are assigned a single limited treatment case that they are responsible for treating for two years.

Each student pair completes the diagnosis of malocclusion through clinical exams, study models, extra and intra-oral photographs and radiographs. The student team continues active clinical treatment in the management of a single tooth or segmental arch tooth movement utilizing orthodontic appliance therapy.

Each pair of students present their limited treatment case to their classmates and faculty. Cases extending beyond graduation are transferred to orthodontic residents for treatment.

BDS 5103*

Research project

Research project: Cases studies are developed under supervision during this semester to examine and discuss a specific area in dental practice which will be compiled as a graduation research project before the final examinations at the end of *semester 10.

BDS 5101

Comprehensive Dental Care

15 Cr

The Comprehensive Dental Care course provides students with experience and assessment skills in comprehensive patient care including patient management, clinic utilization and time management, and quality of care appropriate to for preparation to undertake case management during the internship. This course focuses on the integration of the clinical disciplines in the provision of comprehensive care to meet patient needs including individualized treatment plans, and managing technical fabrication of fixed prosthesis.

Clinical Case Conference: This part of the course allows students to demonstrate the understanding of comprehensive patient care and treatment-planning through the preparation and presentation of a case study. It affords the opportunity to share a variety of the patients’ dental/ medical problems and financial limitations that may not be encountered the students’ clinical experience. Each The presentations should illustrate challenging medical, dental, or behavioural situation. The discussion affords students with practice in critical thinking & learning from each other.

Medical Emergencies: This part of the course provides the student with the background and skill to recognize and manage emergency situations that might develop in the dental office. Emphasis will be placed on prevention, prompt recognition and effective treatment of life threatening emergency situations that can occur in the practice of general dentistry.

A 2 week rotation in the ER will expose students to dental emergencies to reinforce material learned in the theoretical part of the course.

BDS 5102

Dental practice

2 Cr (1+1)

The purpose of this course is to provide the dental student with insights into the leadership and managerial roles that the dentist must play in the administration of the day to day operations of dental practice.

The course also presents information and experience to help students increase their efficiency and effectiveness in managing the clinical practice of dentistry. Topics will include anxiety management, communication strategies for effective professional relationship between colleges.

BDS 5102

Research project

2

Graduation Research project: Cases studies are developed under supervision during the previous & this semester to examine and discuss a specific area in dental practice which will be presented as a dissertation & an oral presentation before the final examinations at the end of semester 10.