18 courses with the subject DAH, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
DAH 101INTRODUCTION TO DENTISTRY3
Designed to give the student an in-depth study of dental terminology, medical/dental histories, charting, dental instruments, infection control, sterilization, pain control and patient management. Lecture and laboratory sessions introduce the student to each of the dental specialties and provide the student with the knowledge and skills required for application in the clinical setting. Prerequisite(s): BIO 171, CHM 225, PSY 160, SOC 155; Corequisite(s): DAH 102, DAH 104, BIO 172
Lecture and laboratory course designed to familiarize the dental hygiene student with commonly used materials in dentistry. The focus is on properties, proper technique of manipulation, and influence of manipulation upon these properties. Prerequisite(s): BIO 171, CHM 225, PSY 160, SOC 155; Corequisite(s): BIO 172, DAH 101, DAH 104
Prepares students to recognize and manage medical emergencies in a dental office. Emphasis is placed on prevention through the use of medical histories and the team approach to emergency situations. Prerequisite(s): BIO 171, CHM 225, PSY 160, SOC 155; Corequisite(s): DAH 105, DAH 111, DAH 112, DAH 113, DAH 114
Designed to reinforce the normal anatomical structures, musculature, blood and nerve supply to the head and neck. The administration of local anesthesia, tooth morphology and function are also discussed. Prerequisite(s): BIO 171, CHM 225, PSY 160, SOC 155; Corequisite(s): DAH 101, DAH 102, BIO 172
Provides an overview of dental radiology principles and techniques. Topics include X-ray production, radiation safety, exposure technique, 2026-2027 Westmoreland County Community College Catalog film processing, landmark identification and client management. The student will apply didactic concepts in a supervised clinical laboratory setting. Prerequisite(s): DAH 101, DAH 102, DAH 104, BIO 172; Corequisite(s): DAH 103, DAH 111, DAH 112, DAH 113, DAH 114
Introduces the science of nutrition. Sources and functions of nutrients, utilization of food in the body, nutritional requirements for various age groups and rudiments of diet counseling are discussed. Prerequisites(s): DAH 103, DAH 105, DAH 111, DAH 112, DAH 113, DAH 114; Corequisite(s): DAH 109, DAH 115, DAH 117
Studies the process of diseases with emphasis on diseases and their manifestations in the oral cavity. Recognition and detection of such deviations from normal is stressed. The emphasis is on inflammation, regeneration, repair, immunity, allergy, oral manifestations of disease, tumors and developmental disturbances. Prerequisite(s): DAH 103, DAH 105, DAH 111, DAH 112, DAH 113, DAH 114; Corequisite(s): DAH 106, DAH 115, DAH 117
Provides an introduction to the fundamental concepts of oral health care services, disease control and dental hygiene instrumentation skills. Prerequisite(s): DAH 101, DAH 102, DAH 104, BIO 172; Corequisite(s): DAH 103, DAH 105, DAH 112, DAH 113, DAH 114
Designed for students to observe, discuss and practice the clinical skills required to perform oral health care services. Students will apply didactic concepts in a supervised clinical laboratory setting. Prerequisite(s): DAH 101, DAH 102, DAH 104, BIO 172; Corequisite(s): DAH 103, DAH 105, DAH 111, DAH 113, DAH 114
Studies the embryonic development of the head, face and oral cavity. Histologic structure of the oral tissues with relation to their clinical form and function is discussed. Prerequisite: DAH 101, DAH 102, DAH 104, BIO 172; Corequisite(s): DAH 103, DAH 105, DAH 111, DAH 112, DAH 114
Designed to study the periodontium in healthy and diseased states. Emphasis is placed on the anatomy of the periodontium, disease classification and etiology, the assessment and documentation of clinical findings and the role of the dental hygienist in non-surgical periodontal therapy. Prerequisite(s): DAH 101, DAH 102, DAH 104, BIO 172; Corequisite(s): DAH 103, DAH 105, DAH 111, DAH 112, DAH 113
Provides for development of the knowledge and clinical skills required to provide oral health care services. Didactic emphasis is placed on disease control and prevention. Students will provide oral health care services in a supervised clinical setting. Prerequisite(s): DAH 103, DAH 105, DAH 111, DAH 112, DAH 113, DAH 114; Corequisite(s): DAH 106, DAH 109, DAH 117
This course is designed to provide the didactic and clinical knowledge of safe and effective pain control through the administration of topical and local anesthetic agents. Prerequisite(s): DAH 103, DAH 105, DAH 111, DAH 112, DAH 113, DAH 114; Corequisite(s): DAH 106, DAH 109, DAH 115
Provides refinement of the knowledge and skills required to provide oral health care services. Didactic emphasis is placed on the provision of services for and the management of patients with special needs. Students will provide oral health care services in a supervised clinical setting. Prerequisite(s): DAH 106, DAH 109, DAH 114, DAH 115, and DAH 117; Corequisite(s): DAH 205, DAH 207, DAH 209
Designed for dental hygiene students to study the physiology, interactions and effects of drugs. Emphasis is placed on drugs commonly used and/ or encountered in dental practice. Prerequisite(s): DAH 106, DAH 109, DAH 115, DAH 117; Corequisite(s): DAH 206, DAH 209, BIO 265
Designed to expand the students’ knowledge and clinical skills, enabling them to render comprehensive oral health care utilizing case based methodology, the reflection on ethical and legal obligations of the dental professional and successful role implementation upon employment. Students will provide oral health care services in a supervised clinical setting. Prerequisite(s): DAH 205, DAH 206, DAH 207, DAH 209
A basic orientation to the principles of community oral health planning and practice. The hygienist’s role as an educator and resource person for the community will be emphasized. Students will expand their knowledge and skills necessary to promote oral health care in the community. Prerequisite(s): DAH 106, DAH 109, DAH 115, DAH 117 Corequisite(s): DAH 205, DAH 206, DAH 207
