Overview
In this unit, you will study the current approaches to periodontics, orthodontics, and prosthodontics used by oral health therapists. You will translate and integrate this knowledge into skills throughout pre-clinical practice. On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to demonstrate clinical judgment and practical skills in periodontics, including implant maintenance, orthodontics, and prosthodontics. You will be knowledgeable on your role in intra- and inter-professional practice and will be able to communicate information in oral and written forms utilising appropriate interpersonal and team communication skills, professional attitudes and ethical behaviours.
Details
Pre-requisites or Co-requisites
Pre-requisite: ORAL12001 Oral Disease Prevention and Management, ORAL12002 Oral Health Pre Clinical Practice 1 and ORAL12003 Oral Health Clinical Practice 1. Co-requisite: ORAL12005 Paediatric Dentistry for the Oral Health Therapist and ORAL12006 Oral Health Clinical Practice 2.
Important note: Students enrolled in a subsequent unit who failed their pre-requisite unit, should drop the subsequent unit before the census date or within 10 working days of Fail grade notification. Students who do not drop the unit in this timeframe cannot later drop the unit without academic and financial liability. See details in the Assessment Policy and Procedure (Higher Education Coursework).
Offerings For Term 2 - 2026
Attendance Requirements
All on-campus students are expected to attend scheduled classes - in some units, these classes are identified as a mandatory (pass/fail) component and attendance is compulsory. International students, on a student visa, must maintain a full time study load and meet both attendance and academic progress requirements in each study period (satisfactory attendance for International students is defined as maintaining at least an 80% attendance record).
Recommended Student Time Commitment
Each 6-credit Undergraduate unit at CQUniversity requires an overall time commitment of an average of 12.5 hours of study per week, making a total of 150 hours for the unit.
Class Timetable
Assessment Overview
Assessment Grading
This is a graded unit: your overall grade will be calculated from the marks or grades for each assessment task, based on the relative weightings shown in the table above. You must obtain an overall mark for the unit of at least 50%, or an overall grade of 'pass' in order to pass the unit. If any 'pass/fail' tasks are shown in the table above they must also be completed successfully ('pass' grade). You must also meet any minimum mark requirements specified for a particular assessment task, as detailed in the 'assessment task' section (note that in some instances, the minimum mark for a task may be greater than 50%). Consult the University's Grades and Results Policy for more details of interim results and final grades.
All University policies are available on the CQUniversity Policy site.
You may wish to view these policies:
- Grades and Results Policy
- Assessment Policy and Procedure (Higher Education Coursework)
- Review of Grade Procedure
- Student Academic Integrity Policy and Procedure
- Monitoring Academic Progress (MAP) Policy and Procedure - Domestic Students
- Monitoring Academic Progress (MAP) Policy and Procedure - International Students
- Student Refund and Credit Balance Policy and Procedure
- Student Feedback - Compliments and Complaints Policy and Procedure
- Information and Communications Technology Acceptable Use Policy and Procedure
This list is not an exhaustive list of all University policies. The full list of University policies are available on the CQUniversity Policy site.
Feedback, Recommendations and Responses
Every unit is reviewed for enhancement each year. At the most recent review, the following staff and student feedback items were identified and recommendations were made.
Feedback from Student Unit Teaching Evaluation
Unit and assessment requirements need clarification.
It is recommended to review the communication of the unit requirements and assessment task descriptors.
Feedback from Student Unit Teaching Evaluation
The practical components of this unit were enjoyable and provided valuable opportunities for students to apply newly acquired content in a hands-on context.
It is recommended that practical components continue to be incorporated and, where possible, expanded to further enhance opportunities.
- Describe classes of malocclusion, treatment options and explain the reasons necessitating orthodontic treatment
- Discuss the role of the oral health therapist within general practice, specialist practice and inter-professional practice
- Demonstrate knowledge and skills in clinical and laboratory procedures for prosthodontic and orthodontic procedures within the scope of an oral health therapist
- Manage non-surgical treatment of diseases and conditions of the periodontium and supporting tissues of the teeth or their replacements
- Advocate for, and promote, oral health to individuals and groups across diverse community settings in a variety of formats
- Recognise and act upon the legal, ethical and safeguarding issues involving dental practitioners and patients as defined by the relevant professional regulatory bodies in Australia and overseas
All unit profiles and learning outcomes in the Bachelor of Oral Health are made available to the Australian Dental Council for on-going accreditation purposes.
Alignment of Assessment Tasks to Learning Outcomes
| Assessment Tasks | Learning Outcomes | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | |
| 1 - Online Quiz(zes) - 60% | ||||||
| 2 - In-class Test(s) - 40% | ||||||
| 3 - Portfolio - 0% | ||||||
Alignment of Graduate Attributes to Learning Outcomes
| Graduate Attributes | Learning Outcomes | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | |
| 1 - Communication | ||||||
| 2 - Problem Solving | ||||||
| 3 - Critical Thinking | ||||||
| 4 - Information Literacy | ||||||
| 5 - Team Work | ||||||
| 6 - Information Technology Competence | ||||||
| 7 - Cross Cultural Competence | ||||||
| 8 - Ethical practice | ||||||
| 9 - Social Innovation | ||||||
| 10 - First Nations Knowledges | ||||||
| 11 - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultures | ||||||
Textbooks
Fundamentals of Periodontal Instrumentation and Advanced Root Instrumentation, Enhanced
- Edition: 8th (2020)
- Authors: Gehrig, Jill S ; Sroda, Rebecca ; Saccuzzo, Darlene
- Jones & Bartlett Learning, LLC
- ISBN: 9781284456752
Modern Dental Assisting
- Edition: 14th (2024)
- Authors: Robinson, DS
- Elsevier Health Sciences
- St Louis St Louis , Missouri , USA
- ISBN: 9780323824408
- Binding: eBook
Additional Textbook Information
eBooks of these textbooks are generally available at no cost via the CQUniversity Library.
IT Resources
- CQUniversity Student Email
- Internet
- Unit Website (Moodle)
- Webcam and headset for on-line sessions
All submissions for this unit must use the referencing style: American Psychological Association 7th Edition (APA 7th edition)
For further information, see the Assessment Tasks.
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Week 1
Begin Date: 13 Jul 2026Module/Topic
Introduction to ORAL12004
Chapter
Lecture recordings are available on ECHO
Resources uploaded to Moodle
Events and Submissions/Topic
Week 2
Begin Date: 20 Jul 2026Module/Topic
Practical orthodontics for the OHT
(preparation for the intensive sessions in Week 4)
Chapter
Lecture recordings are available on ECHO
Resources uploaded to Moodle
Events and Submissions/Topic
Week 3
Begin Date: 27 Jul 2026Module/Topic
Practical prosthodontics for the OHT
(preparation for the intensive sessions in Week 4)
- Prosthodontic appliances
- Fabrication of mouth guards, whitening trays and medicament trays
- Maintenance of prosthodontics
Chapter
Lecture recordings are available on ECHO
Resources uploaded to Moodle
Stefanac and Nesbit (2017) Diagnosis and Treatment Planning in Dentistry, 3rd Ed, p 61 - 71; 248-258, St Louis, Mosby.
Events and Submissions/Topic
Week 4
Begin Date: 03 Aug 2026Module/Topic
Advanced Oral Health Therapy Intensive Sessions (3 Streams)
- Role of the OHT in an orthodontics (Practical)
- Role of the OHT in prosthodontics (Practical)
- Role of the OHT in specialist areas (Workshop)
- Role of OHT in periodontal specialist practice
- Role of OHT in clients in paediatrics and special needs dentistry
- Role of OHT in oral medicine practice
- Referral documentation
Chapter
Lecture recordings are available on ECHO
Resources uploaded to Moodle
Events and Submissions/Topic
6-day intensive sessions (schedule will be available on Moodle)
In-class tests (Part A and B)
Week 5
Begin Date: 10 Aug 2026Module/Topic
Prosthodontic Appliances
Peri-Implant Health and Disease Management
Chapter
Lecture recordings are available on ECHO
Resources uploaded to Moodle
Events and Submissions/Topic
Online Quiz (Part A)
Week 6
Begin Date: 17 Aug 2026Module/Topic
Orthodontics Theory - Independent Learning Material
- Orthodontic Patient Examination
- Fixed and Removal Appliance
- Craniofacial and Dental Development
- Retention Retainers and Relapse
Chapter
Lecture recordings are available on ECHO
Resources uploaded to Moodle
Events and Submissions/Topic
Vacation Week
Begin Date: 24 Aug 2026Module/Topic
Vacation week
Chapter
Vacation week
Events and Submissions/Topic
Week 7
Begin Date: 31 Aug 2026Module/Topic
Orthodontics Theory face to face session with Dr Des Ong
Chapter
Lecture recordings are available on ECHO
Resources uploaded to Moodle
Events and Submissions/Topic
Friday Week 7 (8-4pm) will be a mandatory face-to-face lecture/tutorial session.
Online Quiz (Part B)
Week 8
Begin Date: 07 Sep 2026Module/Topic
Chapter
Events and Submissions/Topic
Week 9
Begin Date: 14 Sep 2026Module/Topic
Hands-on Practical Day
- Introduction to the NSK Airflow Unit
- Periodontal Instrumentation
- Role of the OHT in mobile dentistry
Chapter
Resources uploaded to Moodle
Events and Submissions/Topic
Hands-on practical session Friday Week 9 (8-4pm) will be a mandatory face-to-face day.
Group session times will be available on the clinic roster.
Week 10
Begin Date: 21 Sep 2026Module/Topic
Recap of Term
Chapter
Events and Submissions/Topic
Week 11
Begin Date: 28 Sep 2026Module/Topic
Chapter
Events and Submissions/Topic
Week 12
Begin Date: 05 Oct 2026Module/Topic
Chapter
Events and Submissions/Topic
Vacation/Exam Week
Begin Date: 19 Oct 2026Module/Topic
Chapter
Events and Submissions/Topic
Attendance at the 6-day intensive, the Friday face-to-face Orthodontic Day with Dr Des, and the Week 10 hands-on practical session is mandatory. Students must attend and actively participate in all of these components to meet unit requirements.
1 Online Quiz(zes)
All students are required to complete this assessment. The online quiz(zes) will be delivered in two parts. Specific dates and times will be confirmed via the News Forum and under the Assessment section on the unit’s Moodle site.
- Part A - Role of OHT in general, specialist and specific clinical environments
- Part B - Orthodontic Theory
Individual Work Only:
This is an individual assessment. Collaboration with other students is not permitted. Any suspected collusion will be treated as a breach of academic integrity and investigated accordingly. Use of generative AI for the completion of assessment tasks, is not permitted in this unit.
Attempt Limit:
You are allowed one attempt only for each summative online quiz. Each quiz must be completed within the allocated time frame.
Auto-Submission:
Open attempts will be submitted automatically at the end of the time limit. If you experience technical issues during the quiz, any completed responses will be saved.
Technical Support:
If you encounter technical difficulties:
Contact TASAC (Moodle assistance) immediately at 1300 666 620.
Notify the Unit Coordinator as soon as possible (preferably on the same day).
Include a description of the issue and a screenshot of any error messages (if available)
Level of GenAI use allowed: Level 1: You must not use AI at any point during the assessment. You must demonstrate your core skills and knowledge.
Extensions:
If you are unable to complete the quiz at the scheduled time, you must apply for an extension via Moodle (located in the Support section at the top of the page). Supporting documentation must be provided, as per standard extension procedures. The 72-hour grace period does not apply to this assessment.
2
The online quiz times are available under the assessment tile on Moodle.
The results will be available 2 weeks after the close of each quiz and the final results made available on the certification of grades date.
The online quizzes will assess the integration of knowledge, skills and experience in orthodontics, prosthodontics and the role of oral health therapist in general, specialist and specific clinical environments. The assessment will consist of multiple-choice, short answer questions that require a paragraph or short answers to a list of questions relating to the topics and case studies.
Level of GenAI use allowed: Level 1: You must not use AI at any point during the assessment. You must demonstrate your core skills and knowledge.
The 72-hour grace period does not apply to this assessment.
- Describe classes of malocclusion, treatment options and explain the reasons necessitating orthodontic treatment
- Discuss the role of the oral health therapist within general practice, specialist practice and inter-professional practice
- Manage non-surgical treatment of diseases and conditions of the periodontium and supporting tissues of the teeth or their replacements
- Recognise and act upon the legal, ethical and safeguarding issues involving dental practitioners and patients as defined by the relevant professional regulatory bodies in Australia and overseas
2 In-class Test(s)
These assessments will take place during class time and are designed to evaluate practical skills. They will be conducted during the intensive sessions.
In-Class Test Part A
This component will assess practical competencies in orthodontics. It will be held in the simulation laboratories or oral health clinic, followed by a quiz after the practical component.
In-Class Test Part B
This component will assess practical competencies in prosthodontics. It will be conducted in the prosthodontic laboratory, followed by a quiz after the practical component.
Level of GenAI use allowed: Level 1: You must not use AI at any point during the assessment. You must demonstrate your core skills and knowledge.
The 72-hour grace period does not apply to this assessment.
The In-class Test times are available under the assessment tile on Moodle.
The results will be available 2 weeks after the in-class test and the final results made available on the certification of grades date.
The assessment rubrics for the practical competency tasks will be clearly stated in the intensive sessions workbook.
- Demonstrate knowledge and skills in clinical and laboratory procedures for prosthodontic and orthodontic procedures within the scope of an oral health therapist
3 Portfolio
Component 1 - Evidence of Learning
Templates will be provided for your evidence of learning in:
- Orthodontics
- Prosthodontics
- The role of oral health therapist within general practice, specialist practice and inter-professional practice
- Hands-on practical learning day
Entries must be completed to a satisfactory standard. Entries must be submitted by midnight each Sunday at the end of each week you are scheduled at an intensive session.
Component 2 Attendance:
Attendance at all rostered orthodontic, prosthodontic and advanced instrumentation sessions is compulsory. You are required to attend 100% of these sessions. Not meeting attendance requirements may result in a placement outstanding until the next available unit offering, which may delay your progress through the course and graduation.
Who to contact if you are sick: The unit coordinator/s (via email and/or phone/text).
If you require an extension for this assessment, please refer to the Assessment Policy and Procedure (Higher Education Coursework)
Level of GenAI use allowed: Level 1: You must not use AI at any point during the assessment. You must demonstrate your core skills and knowledge.
The 72-hour grace period does not apply to this assessment.
Entries must be submitted by midnight each Sunday at the end of each week you are scheduled at an intensive session.
The final results will be available on the certification of grades date, feedback will be ongoing.
- Discuss the role of the oral health therapist within general practice, specialist practice and inter-professional practice
- Demonstrate knowledge and skills in clinical and laboratory procedures for prosthodontic and orthodontic procedures within the scope of an oral health therapist
- Manage non-surgical treatment of diseases and conditions of the periodontium and supporting tissues of the teeth or their replacements
- Advocate for, and promote, oral health to individuals and groups across diverse community settings in a variety of formats
- Recognise and act upon the legal, ethical and safeguarding issues involving dental practitioners and patients as defined by the relevant professional regulatory bodies in Australia and overseas
As a CQUniversity student you are expected to act honestly in all aspects of your academic work.
Any assessable work undertaken or submitted for review or assessment must be your own work. Assessable work is any type of work you do to meet the assessment requirements in the unit, including draft work submitted for review and feedback and final work to be assessed.
When you use the ideas, words or data of others in your assessment, you must thoroughly and clearly acknowledge the source of this information by using the correct referencing style for your unit. Using others’ work without proper acknowledgement may be considered a form of intellectual dishonesty.
Participating honestly, respectfully, responsibly, and fairly in your university study ensures the CQUniversity qualification you earn will be valued as a true indication of your individual academic achievement and will continue to receive the respect and recognition it deserves.
As a student, you are responsible for reading and following CQUniversity’s policies, including the Student Academic Integrity Policy and Procedure. This policy sets out CQUniversity’s expectations of you to act with integrity, examples of academic integrity breaches to avoid, the processes used to address alleged breaches of academic integrity, and potential penalties.
What is a breach of academic integrity?
A breach of academic integrity includes but is not limited to plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion, cheating, contract cheating, and academic misconduct. The Student Academic Integrity Policy and Procedure defines what these terms mean and gives examples.
Why is academic integrity important?
A breach of academic integrity may result in one or more penalties, including suspension or even expulsion from the University. It can also have negative implications for student visas and future enrolment at CQUniversity or elsewhere. Students who engage in contract cheating also risk being blackmailed by contract cheating services.
Where can I get assistance?
For academic advice and guidance, the Academic Learning Centre (ALC) can support you in becoming confident in completing assessments with integrity and of high standard.
What can you do to act with integrity?
