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http://dx.doi.org/10.14347/jtd.2022.44.1.8

A study current curriculum on the department dental technology for advanced course at colleges  

Hwang, Jae-Sun (Department of Dental Technology, Dongnam Health University)
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Journal of Technologic Dentistry / v.44, no.1, 2022 , pp. 8-14 More about this Journal
Abstract
Purpose: This study aims to provide basic data for developing and improving a nationwide curriculum for advanced courses in dental technology departments. Methods: For the study, the 2021 academic curricula for all six universities with operating departments for advanced study of dental technology were investigated from November 18 to December 10, 2021. If a curriculum was not available for analysis on the university's website, it was obtained via e-mail or phone and then analyzed. Results: The curricula offered advanced courses in a range of 7~14 subjects, with an average of 9.7 subjects. The total number of credits ranged 20~33, and the average for all universities was 25.2. Among the total subjects opened, digital-related subjects comprised the largest proportion at 26.2%, followed by other major-related subjects (e.g., dental techniques, occlusion, and implants) and other liberal arts subjects. Conclusion: The study revealed that the curricula for bachelor's-level dental technology course at universities adequately reflect the industry demand. In the future, university leaders must maintain ongoing collaboration and consultation with industry experts with regard to school curricula for analyzing the education demand and industry prospects, including careers.
Keywords
Advanced course; Bachelor's degree course; Curriculum; Department of dental technology; Intensive course;
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