This qualification provides the knowledge and skills needed to work as a Dental Technician. It covers the construction of dentures, bridges, crowns and other dental appliances and the repair and modification of these appliances. Work placement: At Randwick College, this course focuses on application of skills in a realistic workplace environment for more than two thirds of the course (more than 1,400 hours). Students are supervised and assessed by qualified dental technicians and therefore on course completion have the workplace experience required to receive the Diploma. Course structure To receive the Diploma of Dental Technology students must complete all core units and, if available, a range of additional units. Core Units Communicate and work in health or community services Work with diverse people Provide first aid Construct models Construct custom impression trays Construct registration rims Articulate models and transfer records Construct thermoformed bases and appliances Construct immediate dentures Construct removable acrylic partial dentures Construct cast removable alloy partial denture framework Construct crown and bridge structures Join alloy structures Construct ceramic and fixed restorations Construct orthodontic appliances Construct oral splints Repair and modify dentures and appliances Construct complete removable acrylic dentures and appliances Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures Maintain work health and safety Additional Units Use communication to build relationships Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety Manage and promote diversity Engage with health professionals and the health system Provide advanced first aid Process reusable devices and equipment Maintain business resources Coordinate business resources Deliver and monitor a service to customers Implement customer service standards Report on financial activity Lead team effectiveness Implement operational plan Undertake project work Set up a business or records system for a small business Use business technology Career opportunities Dental technician