Professional Curriculum
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Professional Curriculum
The following is an example of the curriculum leading to a Bachelor of Science degree. Prerequisite courses must be completed prior to admission. These courses may be taken at other institutions; however, it is important to obtain approval from the Department Chairperson prior to taking these courses off campus in order to ensure their transferability. Applicants should apply by the February 15th deadline prior to the fall semester of the year they desire entry into the program. Students must consult department advisors for assistance with their schedules.
Year One - First Semester
| Course | Credits |
| DHYG 213-Embryology |
1 |
| DHYG 218-Med/Dental Emergencies | 2 |
| DHYG 230-Clinical Skill Dev. I | 5 |
| DHYG 231-Dental Anatomy | 3 |
| DHYG 227-Principles of Radiography | 2 |
Year One - Second Semester
| Course |
Credits |
| DHYG 214-Histology/Oral Pathology | 3 |
| DHYG 233-Radiology Practicum | 2 |
| DHYG 236-Clinical Skill Dev. II | 4 |
| DHYG 310-Pharmacology | 3 |
| DHYG 351--N2O/O2 Sedation | 1 |
Summer Session Between Years One and Two
| Course | Credits |
| DHYG 321-Dental Materials I |
1 |
| DHYG 396-Dental Practice Management/Field Experience | 5 |
| DHYG 350-Oral Local Anesthesia | 2 |
Year Two - First Semester
| Course | Credits |
| DHYG 315-Nutrition | 3 |
| DHYG 322-Dental Materials II | 2 |
| DHYG 331-Practicum I | 6 |
| DHYG 336-Periodontics I | 3 |
Year Two - Second Semester
| Course | Credit |
| DHYG 311-Ethics and Jurisprudence | 1 |
| DHYG 335-Practicum II | 6 |
| DHYG 333-Dental Health Education/Community | 4 |
| DHYG 337-Periodontics II | 2 |