This course includes a detailed study of dental instruments, their care and function. Also included is the study of the different dental procedures and techniques on assisting, which includes practice of ergonomics with each procedure. This course consists of theory and practical lab application. As a routine procedure in the Dental Office, the student will study First Aid procedures. The general structure, composition, properties and purpose of dental materials will be covered. Prerequisites: AH113, CSA150, ENG111, MATH075, PSYC101 and SPCH111 or SPCH112. Corequisites: DENT109, DENT119, DENT128, DENT145, DENT160 and DENT167.