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  "college": "palomar-college",
  "edition": "2026-2027",
  "code": "DA",
  "name": "Dental Assisting",
  "sourceUrl": "https://palomar.curriqunet.com/catalog/iq/32573/33385/32617",
  "courses": [
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      "code": "DA 47",
      "subject": "DA",
      "number": "47",
      "title": "Dental Assisting Topics",
      "units": "0.5-4",
      "hours": "0.50-4.00 hours lecture, 1.50-12.00 hours lab",
      "cid": [],
      "transfer": [],
      "description": "Topics in Dental Assisting. See Class Schedule for specific topic offered. Course title will designate subject covered.",
      "notes": [
        "Grading: Pass/No Pass Only",
        "Notes: Units awarded in topics courses are dependent upon the number of hours required of the student. Any combination of lecture and laboratory may be scheduled by the department. Refer to Class Schedule. Non-degree Applicable"
      ],
      "offered": []
    },
    {
      "code": "DA 50",
      "subject": "DA",
      "number": "50",
      "title": "Introduction to Dental Sciences and Dental Occupations",
      "units": "3",
      "hours": "3.00 hours lecture",
      "cid": [],
      "transfer": [],
      "description": "General orientation to dental assisting. Introduction to basic oral anatomy, oral hygiene techniques and prevention, human behavior, dental nomenclature, dental assisting, history of dentistry, ethics, role of the dental assistant and other auxiliary personnel; licensing and certification of dental assistants; dental jurisprudence and malpractice; California Dental Practice Act, psychology and observation in dental offices.",
      "notes": [
        "Grading: Graded Only"
      ],
      "offered": [
        {
          "term": "fall-2026",
          "name": "Fall 2026",
          "sections": 1,
          "open": 0,
          "url": "/c/palomar-college/schedule/fall-2026/da/#da-50",
          "subject": "DA"
        },
        {
          "term": "spring-2027",
          "name": "Spring 2027",
          "sections": 1,
          "open": 1,
          "url": "/c/palomar-college/schedule/spring-2027/da/#da-50",
          "subject": "DA"
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "code": "DA 57",
      "subject": "DA",
      "number": "57",
      "title": "Dental Sciences and Anatomy",
      "units": "3",
      "hours": "3.00 hours lecture",
      "cid": [],
      "transfer": [],
      "description": "Introduction of dental terminology, histology, embryology, tooth growth, eruption, and anatomy; head and neck anatomy, and physiology of the body. Form and function of individual teeth, occlusion, oral pathology, diet and nutrition, relation of oral health to general health, microbiology, disease control and dental pharmacology.",
      "notes": [
        "Grading: Graded Only"
      ],
      "offered": [
        {
          "term": "fall-2026",
          "name": "Fall 2026",
          "sections": 1,
          "open": 1,
          "url": "/c/palomar-college/schedule/fall-2026/da/#da-57",
          "subject": "DA"
        },
        {
          "term": "spring-2027",
          "name": "Spring 2027",
          "sections": 1,
          "open": 1,
          "url": "/c/palomar-college/schedule/spring-2027/da/#da-57",
          "subject": "DA"
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "code": "DA 60",
      "subject": "DA",
      "number": "60",
      "title": "Dental Materials",
      "units": "3.5",
      "hours": "3.00 hours lecture, 1.50 hours lab",
      "prerequisite": "Admission to the Registered Dental Assisting Program",
      "cid": [],
      "transfer": [],
      "description": "Chemical properties and uses of dental materials and solutions; manipulative techniques and methods of preparation.",
      "notes": [
        "Grading: Graded Only"
      ],
      "offered": [
        {
          "term": "fall-2026",
          "name": "Fall 2026",
          "sections": 3,
          "open": 0,
          "url": "/c/palomar-college/schedule/fall-2026/da/#da-60",
          "subject": "DA"
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "code": "DA 65",
      "subject": "DA",
      "number": "65",
      "title": "Dental Practice Management",
      "units": "2",
      "hours": "2.00 hours lecture, 1.00 hours lab",
      "cid": [
        "DENA 100 X"
      ],
      "transfer": [],
      "description": "Reception and care of the patient in the dental office, communication skills, telephone techniques, appointment scheduling, dental computer software, dental records (charting health and dental history), filing, bookkeeping, accounts receivable and accounts payable, inventory management, principles of and use of insurance forms and collections.",
      "notes": [
        "Grading: Graded Only"
      ],
      "offered": [
        {
          "term": "spring-2027",
          "name": "Spring 2027",
          "sections": 3,
          "open": 3,
          "url": "/c/palomar-college/schedule/spring-2027/da/#da-65",
          "subject": "DA"
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "code": "DA 70",
      "subject": "DA",
      "number": "70",
      "title": "Dental Radiography I",
      "units": "2.5",
      "hours": "2.00 hours lecture, 2.00 hours lab",
      "prerequisite": "Admission to the Registered Dental Assisting Program",
      "cid": [],
      "transfer": [],
      "description": "Theory and technique of oral radiography, radiation hygiene, anatomical landmarks, and methods and materials for processing radiographs using film and dental radiography. The laboratory portion will provide the student with knowledge concerning film and digital sensor placement, cone angulation, exposing and developing radiographs, and mounting and evaluating processed films and digital radiographs.",
      "notes": [
        "Grading: Graded Only"
      ],
      "offered": [
        {
          "term": "fall-2026",
          "name": "Fall 2026",
          "sections": 5,
          "open": 0,
          "url": "/c/palomar-college/schedule/fall-2026/da/#da-70",
          "subject": "DA"
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "code": "DA 71",
      "subject": "DA",
      "number": "71",
      "title": "Dental Radiography II",
      "units": "0.5",
      "hours": "1.50 hours lab",
      "prerequisite": "DA 50; DA 70; proof of Hepatitis B Immunization; current BLS for Healthcare Providers Certificate",
      "cid": [],
      "transfer": [],
      "description": "Advanced clinical experience regarding film and digital sensor placement, cone angulation, exposing and developing radiographs, mounting and evaluating radiographs.",
      "notes": [
        "Grading: Graded Only"
      ],
      "offered": [
        {
          "term": "spring-2027",
          "name": "Spring 2027",
          "sections": 4,
          "open": 4,
          "url": "/c/palomar-college/schedule/spring-2027/da/#da-71",
          "subject": "DA"
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "code": "DA 75",
      "subject": "DA",
      "number": "75",
      "title": "Dental Operative Procedures",
      "units": "5",
      "hours": "3.00 hours lecture, 6.00 hours lab",
      "cid": [],
      "transfer": [],
      "description": "Applications of and introduction to preclinical dental assisting in operative and specialty dental procedures, care of equipment, instrumentation, infection control, disease transmission, charting, utilization of dental materials, dental office emergencies, and functions delegated to the California Registered Dental Assistant.",
      "notes": [
        "Grading: Graded Only"
      ],
      "offered": [
        {
          "term": "fall-2026",
          "name": "Fall 2026",
          "sections": 3,
          "open": 0,
          "url": "/c/palomar-college/schedule/fall-2026/da/#da-75",
          "subject": "DA"
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "code": "DA 82",
      "subject": "DA",
      "number": "82",
      "title": "Preventive Dentistry I",
      "units": "1.5",
      "hours": "1.00 hours lecture, 1.50 hours lab",
      "cid": [],
      "transfer": [],
      "description": "This course teaches laboratory and clinical applications of coronal polishing, periodontics, preventive dentistry and placement of pit and fissure sealants.",
      "notes": [
        "Grading: Graded Only"
      ],
      "offered": [
        {
          "term": "fall-2026",
          "name": "Fall 2026",
          "sections": 5,
          "open": 0,
          "url": "/c/palomar-college/schedule/fall-2026/da/#da-82",
          "subject": "DA"
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "code": "DA 83",
      "subject": "DA",
      "number": "83",
      "title": "Preventive Dentistry II",
      "units": "0.5",
      "hours": "1.50 hours lab",
      "prerequisite": "DA 82",
      "cid": [],
      "transfer": [],
      "description": "Application of concepts and skills from DA 82. Emphasis is on the coronal polishing procedure and pit and fissure sealants as applied to clinical patients.",
      "notes": [
        "Grading: Pass/No Pass Only"
      ],
      "offered": [
        {
          "term": "spring-2027",
          "name": "Spring 2027",
          "sections": 4,
          "open": 4,
          "url": "/c/palomar-college/schedule/spring-2027/da/#da-83",
          "subject": "DA"
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "code": "DA 85",
      "subject": "DA",
      "number": "85",
      "title": "Advanced Dental Procedures",
      "units": "5",
      "hours": "3.00 hours lecture, 6.00 hours lab",
      "prerequisite": "DA 50; DA 60; DA 75",
      "cid": [],
      "transfer": [],
      "description": "Advanced laboratory and clinical experience focusing on basic skills previously learned. Emphasis is placed on 1) clinical use of impression materials for obtaining study models, 2) pouring and trimming plaster and stone models, 3) fabrication of custom trays, 4) fabrication of provisional restorations and 5) advanced prosthodontic and orthodontic instruction.",
      "notes": [
        "Grading: Graded Only"
      ],
      "offered": [
        {
          "term": "spring-2027",
          "name": "Spring 2027",
          "sections": 3,
          "open": 3,
          "url": "/c/palomar-college/schedule/spring-2027/da/#da-85",
          "subject": "DA"
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "code": "DA 91",
      "subject": "DA",
      "number": "91",
      "title": "Clinical Rotation I",
      "units": "1",
      "hours": "3.00 hours lab",
      "prerequisite": "DA 75",
      "cid": [],
      "transfer": [],
      "description": "An introductory clinical externship course working with dentists, dental staff and dental patients at assigned clinical site.",
      "notes": [
        "Grading: Pass/No Pass Only"
      ],
      "offered": [
        {
          "term": "spring-2027",
          "name": "Spring 2027",
          "sections": 1,
          "open": 1,
          "url": "/c/palomar-college/schedule/spring-2027/da/#da-91",
          "subject": "DA"
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "code": "DA 92",
      "subject": "DA",
      "number": "92",
      "title": "Advanced Clinical Rotation",
      "units": "5",
      "hours": "15.00 hours lab",
      "prerequisite": "DA 91",
      "cid": [],
      "transfer": [],
      "description": "An intensive program of clinical dental experiences, working with patients and staff at clinics and/or private dental offices. Students will assist the dentists in specialized and operative procedures and duties delegated to the California licensed Registered Dental Assistant.",
      "notes": [
        "Grading: Pass/No Pass Only"
      ],
      "offered": [
        {
          "term": "spring-2027",
          "name": "Spring 2027",
          "sections": 1,
          "open": 1,
          "url": "/c/palomar-college/schedule/spring-2027/da/#da-92",
          "subject": "DA"
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "code": "DA 97",
      "subject": "DA",
      "number": "97",
      "title": "Dental Assisting Topics",
      "units": "0.5-4",
      "hours": "0.50-4.00 hours lecture, 1.50-12.00 hours lab",
      "cid": [],
      "transfer": [],
      "description": "Topics in Dental Assisting. See Class Schedule for specific topic offered. Course title will designate subject covered.",
      "notes": [
        "Grading: Pass/No Pass Only",
        "Notes: Units awarded in topics courses are dependent upon the number of hours required of the student. Any combination of lecture and laboratory may be scheduled by the department. Refer to Class Schedule."
      ],
      "offered": []
    }
  ]
}