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Course Descriptions emphasis on Homeland Security. Throughout the course emphasis is placed on interpersonal skills such as communication with co-workers, superiors, and others, problem solving and conflict resolution typical within the workplace setting. In addition students are trained on observation skills required to identify and report precursor activities to a terrorist event, react appropriately, report the occurrence of a terrorist event, and remain safe while helping control the scene after a terrorist event. There are no prerequisites. Module 4.0 units 40/40lec/lab CJ 170 Criminology This course focuses on the concepts and theories relating to the nature and extent of crime. The topic is examined in the context of the legal system as well as from the perspective of the victim. Students explore the main theories regarding the causes of crime, and learn to distinguish between different types of crime. The role and function of the criminal justice system is also presented. There are no prerequisites. Module 4.0 units 40140 lec/lab CJ 180 Gangs and Drugs This course focuses on gangs and their criminal activity in American society. The underlying reasons for the existence of gangs are explored as well as the strategies for preventing and eliminating them. Students also learn to distinguish between different types of street drugs, explain the threats and dangers they pose, as well as identify the law enforcement measures used to prevent their proliferation. An analysis of 'drugs in the workplace' policies and their enforcement is also included. There are no prerequisites. Module 4.0 units 40140 lec/lab CJ 190 Communications for Justice and Security In this course students learn the most important skills required in justice and security communications. The various methods and means of communication are studied and practiced, including verbal and non-verbal. Students learn the communication techniques used in interviewing and interrogating criminals, suspects and witnesses, The use of modern technology in communications is discussed, as well as the Issue of communicating with special groups in terms of age and cultural diversity. There are no prerequisites. CPR for the Healthcare Provider and how to manage emergencies that may occur in the dental office. Students will learn the Dental Ethics and Jurisprudence as it effects the dental profession in the State of California. Career skills, basic keyboarding and computer skills taught relate to the dental office. There are no prerequisites; however, all students must begin the DA program in this module. Module 4.5 units 45145 lec/lab DA 120 Chairside Assisting Methods of disease transmission, body defenses, and diseases of major concern to dental personnel are stressed along with the prevention of disease transmission. Microbiology is covered through pathogens and modes of disease transmission. Students practice step-by-step instrument decontamination using approved sterilization agents and methods. Students learn operatory disinfection using approved agents and methods. Proper positioning of the patient and staff during dental procedures is taught with an emphasis on the principles of four -handed dentistry, including materials and Instrumentation. In addition, students learn to chart the oral conditions of patients in compliance with state guidelines for mouth mirror inspection using an intraoral camera. Students will practice placing and activating chairside whitening with a non laser light curing device Introduction of tooth morphology, oral structures, and oral pathology are presented. Prerequisite: Module DA110 Module 4.5 units 45145lec/lab DA 130 Radiography This module introduces students to the basic anatomy of the head and teeth in order to familiarize students with the anatomical structures involved in dental radiographs. Hands-on care of film, equipment, and related infection control steps during film exposure. Students will learn the parts of an x-ray machine, the properties of x-radiation and factors that affect the density and contrast of an x-ray. Hands-on experience is given in radiographic techniques and processing of x-rays including basic principles of intraoral radiography. Students are also introduced to digital radiography. Prerequisite: Module DA110 Dental Assistant Module 4.5 units 45/45lec/lab DA 140 Dental Material Module 4.5 units 45145 lee/lab Students will learn about laboratory equipment, basic DA 110 Dental Science/Medical Emergencies laboratory procedures, and materials used in a dental This module encompasses the study of human office. Students receive hands-on training in taking development including the development of two sets of impressions and constructing study and master casts. teeth: the primary and permanent dentition. Students The casts are then used to practice dental procedures also study facial structure, the oral cavity, anatomy of such as the fabrication of custom trays, mouth guards the teeth and the function of the supporting structures. and bleaching trays. Study of infection control Methods for taking and recording vital signs and blood standards in the laboratory setting and OSHA pressure are introduced, as well as placement of the regulations are stressed. Proper techniques in patient sensors for use with the EKG device during measuring and mixing restorative dental products surgical phase of dentistry. Students also learn about such as cements and liners as well as mixing stone and plaster are covered. Students will fabricate and