UCC/UGC/ECCC
Proposal for Course Change
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eligibility)
If the changes included in this proposal are significant, attach copies of original and proposed
syllabi in approved university format.
1. Course subject and number: DH 340
2. Units:
See upper and lower division undergraduate course definitions.
3. College:
CHHS
5. Current Student Learning Outcomes of the
course.
4. Academic Unit:
3
Dental Hygiene
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Developing Course Learning Outcomes)
CI.3.d.4. Demonstrate skills necessary to: Effectively
document appropriate information in the patient
record.
CII.1.a. Demonstrate knowledge: Anatomy
CII.1.b. Demonstrate knowledge: Physiology
CII.1.c. Demonstrate knowledge: Chemistry
CII.1.d. Demonstrate knowledge Biochemistry
CII.1.e. Demonstrate knowledge: Microbiology
CII.1.f. Demonstrate knowledge: Immunology
CII.1.g. Demonstrate knowledge: General pathology
CII.1.h. Demonstrate knowledge: Pathophysiology
CII.1.i. Demonstrate knowledge: Nutrition
CII.1.k. Demonstrate knowledge: Histology
C.II.2. Integrate and apply basic and dental science
knowledge during assessment, diagnosis, planning,
provision and evaluation of dental hygiene care.
CII.3.f. Use sound scientific methods and access
evidence-based information when making decision
and providing patient care, by: Weighing pros and
cons of various options.
CII.3.g. Use sound scientific methods and access
evidence-based information when making decision
and providing patient care, by: Arriving at evidencebased decisions best for the situation
CIII.3. Maintain knowledge of and practice to the current
standard of care.
PI.2.a. Apply knowledge of basic and dental sciences:
Effective Fall 2012
CI.3.d.4. Demonstrate skills necessary to: Effectively
document appropriate information in the patient
record.
CII.1.a. Demonstrate knowledge: Anatomy
CII.1.b. Demonstrate knowledge: Physiology
CII.1.c. Demonstrate knowledge: Chemistry
CII.1.d. Demonstrate knowledge Biochemistry
CII.1.e. Demonstrate knowledge: Microbiology
CII.1.f. Demonstrate knowledge: Immunology
CII.1.g. Demonstrate knowledge: General pathology
CII.1.h. Demonstrate knowledge: Pathophysiology
CII.1.i. Demonstrate knowledge: Nutrition
CII.1.k. Demonstrate knowledge: Histology
C.II.2. Integrate and apply basic and dental science
knowledge during assessment, diagnosis, planning,
provision and evaluation of dental hygiene care.
CII.3.f. Use sound scientific methods and access
evidence-based information when making decision
and providing patient care, by: Weighing pros and
cons of various options.
CII.3.g. Use sound scientific methods and access
evidence-based information when making decision
and providing patient care, by: Arriving at evidencebased decisions best for the situation
CIII.3. Maintain knowledge of and practice to the current
standard of care.
PI.2.a. Apply knowledge of basic and dental sciences:
Head and neck anatomy
PI.2.b. Apply knowledge of basic and dental sciences:
Oral anatomy
PI.2.c. Apply knowledge of basic and dental sciences:
Tooth morphology
PI.2.d. Apply knowledge of basic and dental sciences:
Oral embryology
PI.2.e. Apply knowledge of basic and dental sciences:
Oral histology
PI.2.f. Apply knowledge of basic and dental sciences:
Oral pathology
PI.2.g. Apply knowledge of basic and dental sciences:
Oral radiology
PI.3.a. Collect and analyze data on general, oral and
psychosocial health status of a variety of individuals
through: Medical History
PI.3.c. Collect and analyze data on general, oral and
psychosocial health status of a variety of individuals
through: Intraoral and extraoral exam
PI.3.i. Analyze data on general, oral and psychosocial
health status of a variety of individuals through:
Radiographic
PI.4. Identify predisposing & etiologic risk factors to
required intervention, consultation and/or referral to
prevent disease, emergencies and/or impact care
PII.1. Demonstrate knowledge of oral diagnosis and
prognosis
PII.2. Interpret assessment data to accurately formulate a
diagnosis with respect to oral health needs and
conditions (e.g., periodontal disease, dental caries,
oral cancer, appearance, pain, etiologic and risk
factors, prognosis, etc), linking predisposing &
etiologic risk factors to required interventions.
PII.3. Collaborate with the patient and multidisciplinary
healthcare team to identify needs re: coordination of
comprehensive care (e.g., consultation and/or
referral) to prevent disease, emergencies and/or
impact care (N)
PII.4. Explain the condition/diagnosis to appropriate
persons (faculty and the clinic dentist; patient) using
appropriate language (professional, lay).
PII.5.a. Demonstrate skill in: Periodontal exam /
interpretation
PII.5.b. Demonstrate skill in: Caries exam/ interpretation
PII.5.c. Demonstrate skill in: Radiographic interpretation
PIII.1. Demonstrate knowledge of comprehensive care
planning and coordination, appropriate treatment
interventions treatment alternatives, prioritization,
sequencing, and factors influencing prognosis.
PIII.2. Integrate patient assessment data (e.g.,
appropriate to age, health history, culture, and
ethnicity), develop care plans to develop evidencebased care plans.
PIII.3. Recognize when to consult with the patient and
multidisciplinary healthcare team (e.g., faculty, the
clinic dentist, and other appropriate health care
providers) to collaborate on dental hygiene diagnosis,
care plan and sequence of treatment.
PV.2.b. Evaluate the outcomes of dental hygiene
interventions by: Re-evaluating pathology or active
disease
Effective Fall 2012
Head and neck anatomy
PI.2.b. Apply knowledge of basic and dental sciences:
Oral anatomy
PI.2.c. Apply knowledge of basic and dental sciences:
Tooth morphology
PI.2.d. Apply knowledge of basic and dental sciences:
Oral embryology
PI.2.e. Apply knowledge of basic and dental sciences:
Oral histology
PI.2.f. Apply knowledge of basic and dental sciences:
Oral pathology
PI.2.g. Apply knowledge of basic and dental sciences:
Oral radiology
PI.3.a. Collect and analyze data on general, oral and
psychosocial health status of a variety of individuals
through: Medical History
PI.3.c. Collect and analyze data on general, oral and
psychosocial health status of a variety of individuals
through: Intraoral and extraoral exam
PI.3.i. Analyze data on general, oral and psychosocial
health status of a variety of individuals through:
Radiographic
PI.4. Identify predisposing & etiologic risk factors to
required intervention, consultation and/or referral to
prevent disease, emergencies and/or impact care
PII.1. Demonstrate knowledge of oral diagnosis and
prognosis
PII.2. Interpret assessment data to accurately formulate a
diagnosis with respect to oral health needs and
conditions (e.g., periodontal disease, dental caries,
oral cancer, appearance, pain, etiologic and risk
factors, prognosis, etc), linking predisposing &
etiologic risk factors to required interventions.
PII.3. Collaborate with the patient and multidisciplinary
healthcare team to identify needs re: coordination of
comprehensive care (e.g., consultation and/or
referral) to prevent disease, emergencies and/or
impact care (N)
PII.4. Explain the condition/diagnosis to appropriate
persons (faculty and the clinic dentist; patient) using
appropriate language (professional, lay).
PII.5.a. Demonstrate skill in: Periodontal exam /
interpretation
PII.5.b. Demonstrate skill in: Caries exam/ interpretation
PII.5.c. Demonstrate skill in: Radiographic interpretation
PIII.1. Demonstrate knowledge of comprehensive care
planning and coordination, appropriate treatment
interventions treatment alternatives, prioritization,
sequencing, and factors influencing prognosis.
PIII.2. Integrate patient assessment data (e.g.,
appropriate to age, health history, culture, and
ethnicity), develop care plans to develop evidencebased care plans.
PIII.3. Recognize when to consult with the patient and
multidisciplinary healthcare team (e.g., faculty, the
clinic dentist, and other appropriate health care
providers) to collaborate on dental hygiene diagnosis,
care plan and sequence of treatment.
PV.2.b. Evaluate the outcomes of dental hygiene
interventions by: Re-evaluating pathology or active
disease
PV.3.a. Provide for continuing coordination of care,
including referral or follow up by: Determining
readiness for maintenance care or need for further
treatment and/or referral.
PV.3.b. Provide for continuing coordination of care,
including referral or follow up by: Recommending
appropriate amount of time between appointments
PV.3.a. Provide for continuing coordination of care,
including referral or follow up by: Determining
readiness for maintenance care or need for further
treatment and/or referral.
PV.3.b. Provide for continuing coordination of care,
including referral or follow up by: Recommending
appropriate amount of time between appointments
6. Current title, description and units. Cut and
paste, in its entirety, from the current on-line
academic catalog*
http://catalog.nau.edu/Catalog/.
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DH 340 ORAL PATHOLOGY AND
RADIOGRAPHIC INTERPRETATION (3)
Description: Studies significant pathology of the
mouth and adjacent structures, including
clinical and radiographic recognition,
description, and treatment modalities to aid in
the examination and treatment planning for the
dental hygiene patient. Letter grade only.
Course fee required.
DH 340 ORAL PATHOLOGY AND
CARIOLOGY RADIOGRAPHIC
INTERPRETATION (3)
Description: Studies significant pathology
(including cariology) of the mouth and
adjacent structures, including clinical and
radiographic recognition, description, and
treatment modalities to aid in the examination
and treatment planning for the dental hygiene
patient. Letter grade only. Course fee required.
Units: 3
Units: 3
Prerequisite: DH 312 with grade of C or better
Prerequisite: DH 312 with grade of C or better
*if there has been a previously approved UCC/UGC/ECCC change since the last catalog year, please copy the approved
text from the proposal form into this field.
7. Justification for course change.
Cariology content from DH 409 is being merged into this course. We only have 1 competency
(out of hundreds) that addresses cariology and this competency was already included in the
original DH 340 course. This is the reason we decided to address cariology entirely in DH 340
(instead of in DH 409/413). This course will continue to emphasize radiographic interpretation
as a means to identify pathology.
8. Effective BEGINNING of what term and year?
See effective dates calendar.
Fall 2015
IN THE FOLLOWING SECTION, COMPLETE ONLY WHAT IS CHANGING
CURRENT
Current course subject and number:
PROPOSED
Proposed course subject and number:
Current number of units:
Proposed number of units:
Effective Fall 2012
Current short course title:
ORAL PATHOLOGY & RAD INTERPRET
Current long course title:
ORAL PATHOLOGY AND RADIOGRAPHIC
INTERPRETATION
Current grading option:
letter grade
pass/fail
or both
Current repeat for additional units:
Proposed short course title (max 30
characters):
ORAL PATHOLOGY & CARIOLOGY
Proposed long course title (max 100
characters):
ORAL PATHOLOGY AND CARIOLOGY
Proposed grading option:
letter grade
pass/fail
or both
Proposed repeat for additional units:
Current max number of units:
Proposed max number of units:
Current prerequisite:
Proposed prerequisite (include rationale in the
justification):
Current co-requisite:
Proposed co-requisite (include rationale in the
justification):
Current co-convene with:
Proposed co-convene with:
Current cross list with:
Proposed cross list with:
9. Is this course in any plan (major, minor, or certificate) or sub plan (emphasis)? Yes
No
If yes, describe the impact. If applicable, include evidence of notification to and/or response
from each impacted academic unit.
Dental Hygiene BSDH, Dental Hygiene-Degree Completion Program; B.S.D.H. (elective)
10. Is there a related plan or sub plan change proposal being submitted?
If no, explain.
Yes
11. Does this course include combined lecture and lab components?
Yes
If yes, include the units specific to each component in the course description above.
1 unit of lecture and 1 unit of laboratory
No
No
Answer 12-15 for UCC/ECCC only:
12. Is this course an approved Liberal Studies or Diversity course?
If yes, select all that apply.
Liberal Studies
Diversity
13. Do you want to remove the Liberal Studies or Diversity designation?
If yes, select all that apply.
Liberal Studies
Diversity
14. Is this course listed in the Course Equivalency Guide?
Effective Fall 2012
Yes
Both
No
Yes
No
Yes
No
Both
15. Is this course a Shared Unique Numbering (SUN) course?
Yes
No
FLAGSTAFF MOUNTAIN CAMPUS
Scott Galland
Reviewed by Curriculum Process Associate
11/19/2014
Date
Approvals:
Department Chair/Unit Head (if appropriate)
Date
Chair of college curriculum committee
Date
Dean of college
Date
For Committee use only:
UCC/UGC Approval
Date
Approved as submitted:
Yes
No
Approved as modified:
Yes
No
EXTENDED CAMPUSES
Reviewed by Curriculum Process Associate
Date
Approvals:
Academic Unit Head
Date
Division Curriculum Committee (Yuma, Yavapai, or Personalized Learning)
Date
Division Administrator in Extended Campuses (Yuma, Yavapai, or Personalized
Learning)
Date
Effective Fall 2012
Faculty Chair of Extended Campuses Curriculum Committee (Yuma, Yavapai, or
Personalized Learning)
Date
Chief Academic Officer; Extended Campuses (or Designee)
Date
Approved as submitted:
Yes
No
Approved as modified:
Yes
No
EXISTING SYLLABUS
COLLEGE OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
DEPARTMENT OF DENTAL HYGIENE
DENTAL SCIENCE III: DH 340 ORAL PATHOLOGY AND RADIOGRAPHIC INTERPRETATION
COURSE DESCRIPTION: Studies significant pathology (including cariology) of the mouth and adjacent
structures including clinical and radiographic recognition, description, and treatment modalities to aid
in the examination and treatment planning for the dental hygiene patient. Letter grade only.
SUMMER BETWEEN YEARS 1 & 2 OF THE DH PROGRAM
3 CREDIT HOURS
3 CLOCK HOURS-MONDAY , WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY 8 :00 AM.-11 :00 AM.
COURSE PREREQUISITES – DH 312
INSTRUCTOR: SHEILA BARRON-JACOBS, D.D.S.
OFFICE HOURS: MONDAY 11 :00 AM.-12 :00 PM.,WEDNESDAY 11 :00 AM.-12 :00 PM., THURSDAY
11 :00AM-12 :00 PM.
OFFICE LOCATION: ROOM 204 CHHS
EXPECTED OUTCOMES
CI.3.d.4. Demonstrate skills necessary to: Effectively
document appropriate information in the patient
record.
CII.1.a. Demonstrate knowledge: Anatomy
CII.1.b. Demonstrate knowledge: Physiology
CII.1.c. Demonstrate knowledge: Chemistry
CII.1.d. Demonstrate knowledge Biochemistry
CII.1.e. Demonstrate knowledge: Microbiology
CII.1.f. Demonstrate knowledge: Immunology
LEARNING ACTIVITIES
CI.3.d.4.Case-based activity
ASSESSMENT METHODS
CI.3.d.4. Case-based test
CII.1.a. Q&A, discuss
CII.1.b. Q&A, discuss
CII.1.c. Q&A, discuss
CII.1.d. Q&A, discuss
CII.1.e. Q&A, discuss
CII.1.f. Q&A, discuss
CII.1.g. Demonstrate knowledge: General pathology
CII.1.g. Q&A, discuss
CII.1.h. Demonstrate knowledge: Pathophysiology
CII.1.h. Q&A, discuss
CII.1.i. Demonstrate knowledge: Nutrition
CII.1.k. Demonstrate knowledge: Histology
C.II.2. Integrate and apply basic and dental science
knowledge during assessment, diagnosis, planning,
CII.1.i. Q&A, discuss
CII.1.k. Q&A, discuss
C.II.2. Case-based lecture w/
discuss & Q&A; viewing
CII.1.a. Test
CII.1.b. Test
CII.1.c. Test
CII.1.d. Test
CII.1.e. Test
CII.1.f. Test at competent
level
CII.1.g. Test at competent
level
CII.1.h. Test at competent
level
CII.1.i. Test
CII.1.k. Test
C.II.2. Case-based test
Effective Fall 2012
provision and evaluation of dental hygiene care.
CII.3.f. Use sound scientific methods and access
evidence-based information when making decision
and providing patient care, by: Weighing pros and
cons of various options.
CII.3.g. Use sound scientific methods and access
evidence-based information when making decision
and providing patient care, by: Arriving at evidencebased decisions best for the situation
CIII.3. Maintain knowledge of and practice to the current
standard of care.
PI.2.a. Apply knowledge of basic and dental sciences:
Head and neck anatomy
PI.2.b. Apply knowledge of basic and dental sciences:
Oral anatomy
PI.2.c. Apply knowledge of basic and dental sciences:
Tooth morphology
PI.2.d. Apply knowledge of basic and dental sciences:
Oral embryology
PI.2.e. Apply knowledge of basic and dental sciences:
Oral histology
PI.2.f. Apply knowledge of basic and dental sciences:
Oral pathology
PI.2.g. Apply knowledge of basic and dental sciences:
Oral radiology
PI.3.a. Collect and analyze data on general, oral and
psychosocial health status of a variety of individuals
through: Medical History
PI.3.c. Collect and analyze data on general, oral and
psychosocial health status of a variety of individuals
through: Intraoral and extraoral exam
PI.3.i. Analyze data on general, oral and psychosocial
health status of a variety of individuals through:
Radiographic
PI.4. Identify predisposing & etiologic risk factors to
required intervention, consultation and/or referral to
prevent disease, emergencies and/or impact care
PII.1. Demonstrate knowledge of oral diagnosis and
prognosis
PII.2. Interpret assessment data to accurately formulate
a diagnosis with respect to oral health needs and
conditions (e.g., periodontal disease, dental caries,
oral cancer, appearance, pain, etiologic and risk
factors, prognosis, etc), linking predisposing &
etiologic risk factors to required interventions.
PII.3. Collaborate with the patient and multidisciplinary
healthcare team to identify needs re: coordination of
comprehensive care (e.g., consultation and/or
referral) to prevent disease, emergencies and/or
impact care (N)
PII.4. Explain the condition/diagnosis to appropriate
persons (faculty and the clinic dentist; patient) using
appropriate language (professional, lay).
PII.5.a. Demonstrate skill in: Periodontal exam /
interpretation
PII.5.b. Demonstrate skill in: Caries exam/ interpretation
PII.5.c. Demonstrate skill in: Radiographic interpretation
Effective Fall 2012
images; problem-solving
activity
CII.3.f. Reading, lecture w/
discuss & Q&A; Activity
(e.g., construct +/- chart tx
options for common oral
path condition)
CII.3.g. Activity (e.g., after +/choose best option)
CIII.3. Reading, lecture w/
discuss & Q&A
PI.2.a. Discuss, Q&A, casebased activity
PI.2.b. Discuss, Q&A casebased activity
PI.2.c. Discuss, Q&A, casebased activity
PI.2.d. Discuss, Q&A, casebased activity
PI.2.e. Discuss, Q&A, casebased activity
PI.2.f. Discuss, Q&A, casebased activity
PI.2.g. Discuss, Q&A, casebased activity
PI.3.a. Lecture, disc, Q&A,
images, cases, concept map
CII.3.f. Case-based
assignment: Construct
+/- chart
CII.3.g. Case-based
assignment: decision
CIII.3. Test
PI.2.a. Case-based assign
or test
PI.2.b. Case-based assign
or test
PI.2.c. Case-based assign
or test
PI.2.d. Case-based assign
or test
PI.2.e. Case-based assign
or test
PI.2.f. Case-based assign
or test at competent
level
PI.2.g. Case-based assign
or test
PI.3.a. Case-based exam
PI.3.c. Lecture, disc, Q&A,
images, cases
PI.3.c. Case-based exam
PI.3.i. Lecture, disc, Q&A,
images, cases
PI.3.i. Case-based exam
at competent level
PI.4. Lecture, disc, Q&A,
images, cases, concept map
PI.4. Case-based exam,
concept map
PII.1. Lecture, disc, Q&A,
images, cases
PII.2 Lecture, disc, Q&A,
images, cases
PII.1. Case-based exam at
competent level
PII.2. Case-based exam or
assign
PII.3. Lecture, disc, Q&A,
images, cases, writing
PII.3. Case-based written
assign
PII.4. Role play
PII.4. Written assign or
presentation
PII.5.a. Lecture, disc, Q&A,
images, cases,
PII.5.b Lecture, disc, Q&A,
images, cases,.
PII.5.c. Lecture, disc, questions,
PII.5.a. Case-based exam
PII.5.b. Case-based exam
PII.5.c. Case-based exam
PIII.1. Demonstrate knowledge of comprehensive care
planning and coordination, appropriate treatment
interventions treatment alternatives, prioritization,
sequencing, and factors influencing prognosis.
PIII.2. Integrate patient assessment data (e.g.,
appropriate to age, health history, culture, and
ethnicity), develop care plans to develop evidencebased care plans.
PIII.3. Recognize when to consult with the patient and
multidisciplinary healthcare team (e.g., faculty, the
clinic dentist, and other appropriate health care
providers) to collaborate on dental hygiene
diagnosis, care plan and sequence of treatment.
PV.2.b. Evaluate the outcomes of dental hygiene
interventions by: Re-evaluating pathology or active
disease
PV.3.a. Provide for continuing coordination of care,
including referral or follow up by: Determining
readiness for maintenance care or need for further
treatment and/or referral.
PV.3.b. Provide for continuing coordination of care,
including referral or follow up by: Recommending
appropriate amount of time between appointments
images, cases,
PIII.1. Lecture, disc, questions,
images, cases, problem
solving
PIII.1.Case-based exam or
activity
PIII.2. Lecture, disc, questions,
images, cases, problem
solving
PIII.2. Case-based exam
or activity
PIII.3. Lecture, disc, questions,
images, cases, problem
solving
PIII.3. Case-based exam
or activity
PV.2.b. Lecture, disc, questions,
images, cases
PV.2.b. Case-based exam
or activity
PV.3.a. Lecture, disc, questions,
images, cases
PV.3.a Case-based exam
or activity.
PV.3.b. Lecture, disc, questions,
images, cases
PV.3.b Case-based exam
or activity
TEXTBOOK AND REQUIRED MATERIALS:
 Oral Pathology for the Dental Hygienist by Ibsen and Phelan, 6th Edition, Saunders
 Essentials of Dental Radiography for Dental Assistants and Hygienists by Thompson &
Johnson, 9th Edition, Pearson
 Lexicomp Online Clinical Information Resources for Dentistry (available in DH website)
 Assigned reading from Oral Radiology, Principles and Interpretation by White and Pharoah, 6th
Edition, Elsevier
GRADING SYSTEM
92-100
83-91
75-82
74- 0
A
B
C
POINTS NEEDED
644
581
525
NOT PASS
EVALUATION ACTIVITIES/ASSIGNMENTS
ACTIVITIES
Describe a Lesion Assignment
Genetics Paper
FMX Evaluation Assignments-2 at 25 points each
Quizzes-10 at 10 points each
Homework notes- 5 points each
Tests-2 at 100 points each
Attendance and participation
Final Exam
Total Points Possible
COURSE OUTLINE WITH TOPICS AND ASSIGNMENT DUE DATES
Effective Fall 2012
PTS
35
50
50
100
50
200
15
200
700 points
DATE
TOPICS
WEEK 1
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ASSIGNMENTS AND DUE DATES
Syllabus Overview
Introduction to Lesion
Description and Preliminary
Diagnosis
Review of Normal Anatomy
visible on radiographs
Inflammation and Repair
Dental Caries- Restorative
Treatment,
Identification/ Classification
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WEEK 2
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Immunity
Infectious Disease
The Pathology of
Periodontal Disease
and Radiographic
Interpretation
Review for Test
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WEEK 3
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Developmental
Disorders
Genetics
Normal Eruption
Patterns
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Effective Fall 2012
Assigned Reading: Chapter 1 of Ibsen text with
notes, by May 15, 2013
Chapter 2 of Ibsen text with notes, by May 16, 2013
Assigned Reading: Chapter 22 & Chapter 30 of
Johnson/Thomson Text by May 15, 2013
Assigned Reading: Chapter 24 of
Johnson/Thomson
Text by May 16, 2013
Lexicomp: Clinical Dentistry- Common Radiographic
Errors, Inflammation and Infection, Radiographic
Description of Pathology, Glossary of TermsPathology, Radiographic Abnormalities, Cavity
Classifications
Assessment: Lesion description and preliminary
diagnosis quiz online before class May 15, 2013
In Class Activity: Caries Detection and Charting/
FMX
Assessment: Inflammation and repair quiz online
before class May 16, 2013
Assignment: Describe a lesion (case-based) due
Wednesday, May 22, 2013
Assigned Reading: Chapter 3 of Ibsen text with
notes, by May 20, 2013
Assigned Reading: Chapter 4 of Ibsen text with
notes, by May 22, 2013
Assigned Reading: Chapter 25 of
Johnson/Thomson Text by May 23, 2013
Lexicomp: Red Lesions, Ulcerations, Allergic Drug
Reactions and Anaphylaxis, Bacterial Infections,
Fungal Infections, Viral Infections, White Lesions,
Yellow Lesions
Assessment: Immunity quiz online before class May
20, 2013
Assessment: Case based evaluation of FMX for
Periodontal Disease and Classification due May
29,2013
Assessment: Infectious disease quiz online before
class May 22, 2013
TEST Thursday, May 23, 2013 on first 2 weeks of
material
Assigned Reading: Chapter 5 and 6 of Ibsen Text
with notes by May 29, 2013
Assigned Reading: Chapter 23 of Johnson/Thomson
Text by May 29, 2013
Lexicomp: Abnormalities of teeth, Oral
manifestations of Systemic Diseases
Assessment: Write a concise, two page
comparison/contrast of two genetic conditions
chosen in class due Thursday, June 6, 2013
Assessment: Developmental Disorders and Eruption
Patterns quiz online before May 29, 2013
Assessment: Genetics quiz online before May 30,
2013
WEEK 4
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Neoplasia
Nonneoplastic Disease of
Bone
Review for Test
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WEEK 5
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Oral Manifestations of
Systemic Disease
Diseases Affecting the
Temperomandibular Joint
Review for Final Exam
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Assigned Reading: Chapter 7 of Ibsen Text with
notes by June 3, 2013
Assigned Reading: Chapter 8 of Ibsen Text with
notes by June 5, 2013
Assigned Reading: Chapter 24 of
Johnson/Thomson Text by June 5, 2013
Lexicomp: Oral Biopsy Techniques, Masses, Blue/
Brown/ Purple Lesions,
Assessment: Neoplasia quiz online before class
June 3, 2013
Assessment: Nonneoplastic Disease of Bone quiz
online before class June 5, 2013
TEST Thursday, June 6. 2013 on weeks 3 and 4
material
Assigned Reading: Chapter 9 of Ibsen Text with
notes by June 10, 2013
Assigned Reading: Chapter 10 of Ibsen Text with
Notes by June 12, 2013
Assessment: Oral Manifestations of Systemic
Disease
Assessment: Diseases Affecting the TMJ quiz
online before class June 12, 2013
FINAL EXAM THURSDAY, JUNE 13, 2013
COMPREHENSIVE- CASE BASED
COURSE POLICIES:
ACADEMIC DISHONESTY is a form of misconduct that is subject to disciplinary action and includes
the following: cheating, fabrication, fraud, facilitating academic dishonesty and plagiarism.
 Plagiarism: any attempt to knowingly or deliberately pass off other's work as your own.
 Cheating: any attempt to gain an unfair advantage over one's fellow students.
 Fabrication: any attempt to present information that is not true when the author knows the
information presented is false.
 Fraud: any attempt to deceive an instructor or administrative officer of the university.
 Facilitating Academic Dishonesty: any attempt to assist an act of academic dishonesty by another
individual.
ATTENDANCE is expected at all scheduled lectures. Attendance is considered one measure of
professional conduct and demonstrates the behavior expected of a NAU dental hygiene student.
Class Requirements
 Students must attend and participate in all class sessions. Due to the fast paced nature of the
summer course, it is imperative that attendance be regular.
 Habitual late arrival, early exit, or poor attendance from class will result in a point/grade reduction
for each infraction from the total course points.
 Late work will be accepted with a 20% reduction in grade after the first day, 40% reduction after
the second day, 60% after the third day, etc.
 If the student is unable to attend, email the instructor before the class session or as early as
possible. Email at Sheila.Barron-Jacobs@nau.edu
Effective Fall 2012


Any missed assignments/requirements related to absence must be made up by the next class for
zero reduction in grade. After that there will be a 10% reduction in grade per day.
No quizzes can be made up after the completion date in Bblearn.
Illness
“While class attendance is required per the above stated policy, please be cautious about attending
class if you are feeling ill. Please inform your instructor by phone or e-mail if you are feeling unwell: if
you are experiencing flu-like symptoms, you should not attend class; please take precautions not to
infect others and seek medical attention if your symptoms worsen”
Statement on Plagiarism and Cheating
The University takes an extremely serious view of violations of academic integrity. As members of the
academic community, NAU's administration, faculty, staff, and students are dedicated to promoting an
atmosphere of honesty and are committed to maintaining the academic integrity essential to the
education process. Inherent in this commitment is the belief that academic dishonesty in all forms
violates the basic principles of integrity and impedes learning. Students are therefore responsible for
conducting themselves in an academically honest manner. Individual students and faculty members
are responsible for identifying instances of academic dishonesty. Faculty members then recommend
penalties to the department chair or college dean in keeping with the severity of the violation.
Personal Safety
Be mindful of your personal safety and use common sense precautions no matter where you are. Be
aware of your surroundings and take advantage of the safety escort service provided by the NAU
Police Department (NAUPD) by calling 523-3611. The campus has "blue phones" or emergency
phones with a direct push-button line to the police dispatchers. The NAU Police Department Web
site nau.edu/police contains a number of tip sheets on issues from residence hall room safety to
identity theft tips. Please take a look at this valuable information.
Computer Safety
Be aware that no one at this university will ever contact you via e-mail and ask you any personal
information. Be aware of the inherent risks in Internet use and carefully guard your personal
information.
University Policies
Safe Working And Learning Environment Policy
NAU’s Safe Working and Learning Environment Policy seeks to prohibit discrimination and promote
the safety of all individuals within the university. The goal of this policy is to prevent the occurrence of
discrimination on the basis of sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation,
disability, or veteran status and to prevent sexual harassment, sexual assault or retaliation by anyone
at this university. You may obtain a copy of this policy from the college dean’s office or from the
NAU’s Affirmative Action Web site http://home.nau.edu/diversity. If you have concerns about this
policy, it is important that you contact the departmental chair, dean’s office, the Office of Student Life
(928-523-5181), or NAU’s Office of Affirmative Action (928-523-3312).
Students with Disabilities
If you have a documented disability, you can arrange for accommodations by contacting Disability
Resources (DR) at 523-8773 (voice) or 523-6906 (TTY), dr@nau.edu (e-mail) or 928-523-8747
(fax).Students needing academic accommodations are required to register with DR and provide
required disability related documentation. Although you may request an accommodation at any time,
in order for DR to best meet your individual needs, you are urged to register and submit necessary
Effective Fall 2012
documentation www.nau.edu/dr 8 weeks prior to the time you wish to receive accommodations. DR is
strongly committed to the needs of student with disabilities and the promotion of Universal Design.
Concerns or questions related to the accessibility of programs and facilities at NAU may be brought to
the attention of DR or the Office of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity (523-3312).
Institutional Review Board
Any study involving observation of or interaction with human subjects that originates at NAU—
including a course project, report, or research paper—must be reviewed and approved by the
Institutional Review Board (IRB) for the protection of human subjects in research and researchrelated activities. The IRB meets monthly. Proposals must be submitted for review at least fifteen
working days before the monthly meeting. You should consult with your course instructor early in the
course to ascertain if your project needs to be reviewed by the IRB and/or to secure information or
appropriate forms and procedures for the IRB review. Your instructor and department chair or college
dean must sign the application for approval by the IRB. The IRB categorizes projects into three levels
depending on the nature of the project: exempt from further review, expedited review, or full board
review. If the IRB certifies that a project is exempt from further review, you need not resubmit the
project for continuing IRB review as long as there are no modifications in the exempted procedures. A
copy of the IRB Policy and Procedures Manual is available in each department’s administrative office
and each college dean’s office or on their Web site: http://www.research.nau.edu/vpr/IRB/
index.htm. If you have questions, contact the IRB Coordinator in the Office of the Vice President for
Research at 928-523-8288 or 523-4340.
Academic Integrity
The university takes an extremely serious view of violations of academic integrity. As members of the
academic community, NAU’s administration, faculty, staff and students are dedicated to promoting an
atmosphere of honesty and are committed to maintaining the academic integrity essential to the
education process. Inherent in this commitment is the belief that academic dishonesty in all forms
violates the basic principles of integrity and impedes learning. Students are therefore responsible for
conducting themselves in an academically honest manner.
Effective Fall 2012
PROPOSED SYLLABUS
COLLEGE OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
DEPARTMENT OF DENTAL HYGIENE
DENTAL SCIENCE III: DH 340 ORAL PATHOLOGY AND CARIOLOGY
COURSE DESCRIPTION: Studies significant pathology of the mouth and adjacent structures including
clinical and radiographic recognition, description, and treatment modalities to aid in the examination
and treatment planning for the dental hygiene patient. Letter grade only.
3 CREDIT HOURS
3 CLOCK HOURS
COURSE PREREQUISITES – DH 312
INSTRUCTOR: SHEILA BARRON-JACOBS, D.D.S.
OFFICE HOURS: MONDAY 11 :00 AM.-12 :00 PM.,WEDNESDAY 11 :00 AM.-12 :00 PM., THURSDAY
11 :00AM-12 :00 PM.
OFFICE LOCATION: ROOM 204 CHHS
EXPECTED OUTCOMES
CI.3.d.4. Demonstrate skills necessary to: Effectively
document appropriate information in the patient
record.
CII.1.a. Demonstrate knowledge: Anatomy
CII.1.b. Demonstrate knowledge: Physiology
CII.1.c. Demonstrate knowledge: Chemistry
CII.1.d. Demonstrate knowledge Biochemistry
CII.1.e. Demonstrate knowledge: Microbiology
CII.1.f. Demonstrate knowledge: Immunology
LEARNING ACTIVITIES
CI.3.d.4.Case-based activity
ASSESSMENT METHODS
CI.3.d.4. Case-based test
CII.1.a. Q&A, discuss
CII.1.b. Q&A, discuss
CII.1.c. Q&A, discuss
CII.1.d. Q&A, discuss
CII.1.e. Q&A, discuss
CII.1.f. Q&A, discuss
CII.1.g. Demonstrate knowledge: General pathology
CII.1.g. Q&A, discuss
CII.1.h. Demonstrate knowledge: Pathophysiology
CII.1.h. Q&A, discuss
CII.1.i. Demonstrate knowledge: Nutrition
CII.1.k. Demonstrate knowledge: Histology
C.II.2. Integrate and apply basic and dental science
knowledge during assessment, diagnosis, planning,
provision and evaluation of dental hygiene care.
CII.1.i. Q&A, discuss
CII.1.k. Q&A, discuss
C.II.2. Case-based lecture w/
discuss & Q&A; viewing
images; problem-solving
activity
CII.3.f. Reading, lecture w/
discuss & Q&A; Activity
(e.g., construct +/- chart tx
options for common oral
path condition)
CII.3.g. Activity (e.g., after +/choose best option)
CII.1.a. Test
CII.1.b. Test
CII.1.c. Test
CII.1.d. Test
CII.1.e. Test
CII.1.f. Test at competent
level
CII.1.g. Test at competent
level
CII.1.h. Test at competent
level
CII.1.i. Test
CII.1.k. Test
C.II.2. Case-based test
CII.3.f. Use sound scientific methods and access
evidence-based information when making decision
and providing patient care, by: Weighing pros and
cons of various options.
CII.3.g. Use sound scientific methods and access
evidence-based information when making decision
and providing patient care, by: Arriving at evidencebased decisions best for the situation
CIII.3. Maintain knowledge of and practice to the current
standard of care.
Effective Fall 2012
CIII.3
. Reading, lecture w/ discuss &
Q&A
CII.3.f. Case-based
assignment: Construct
+/- chart
CII.3.g. Case-based
assignment: decision
CIII.3. Test
PI.2.a. Apply knowledge of basic and dental sciences:
Head and neck anatomy
PI.2.b. Apply knowledge of basic and dental sciences:
Oral anatomy
PI.2.c. Apply knowledge of basic and dental sciences:
Tooth morphology
PI.2.d. Apply knowledge of basic and dental sciences:
Oral embryology
PI.2.e. Apply knowledge of basic and dental sciences:
Oral histology
PI.2.f. Apply knowledge of basic and dental sciences:
Oral pathology
PI.2.a. Discuss, Q&A, casebased activity
PI.2.b. Discuss, Q&A casebased activity
PI.2.c. Discuss, Q&A, casebased activity
PI.2.d. Discuss, Q&A, casebased activity
PI.2.e. Discuss, Q&A, casebased activity
PI.2.f. Discuss, Q&A, casebased activity
PI.2.g. Apply knowledge of basic and dental sciences:
Oral radiology
PI.3.a. Collect and analyze data on general, oral and
psychosocial health status of a variety of individuals
through: Medical History
PI.3.c. Collect and analyze data on general, oral and
psychosocial health status of a variety of individuals
through: Intraoral and extraoral exam
PI.3.i. Analyze data on general, oral and psychosocial
health status of a variety of individuals through:
Radiographic
PI.4. Identify predisposing & etiologic risk factors to
required intervention, consultation and/or referral to
prevent disease, emergencies and/or impact care
PII.1. Demonstrate knowledge of oral diagnosis and
prognosis
PII.2. Interpret assessment data to accurately formulate
a diagnosis with respect to oral health needs and
conditions (e.g., periodontal disease, dental caries,
oral cancer, appearance, pain, etiologic and risk
factors, prognosis, etc), linking predisposing &
etiologic risk factors to required interventions.
PII.3. Collaborate with the patient and multidisciplinary
healthcare team to identify needs re: coordination of
comprehensive care (e.g., consultation and/or
referral) to prevent disease, emergencies and/or
impact care (N)
PII.4. Explain the condition/diagnosis to appropriate
persons (faculty and the clinic dentist; patient) using
appropriate language (professional, lay).
PII.5.a. Demonstrate skill in: Periodontal exam /
interpretation
PII.5.b. Demonstrate skill in: Caries exam/ interpretation
PI.2.g. Discuss, Q&A, casebased activity
PI.3.a. Lecture, disc, Q&A,
images, cases, concept map
PII.5.c. Demonstrate skill in: Radiographic interpretation
PIII.1. Demonstrate knowledge of comprehensive care
planning and coordination, appropriate treatment
interventions treatment alternatives, prioritization,
sequencing, and factors influencing prognosis.
PIII.2. Integrate patient assessment data (e.g.,
appropriate to age, health history, culture, and
ethnicity), develop care plans to develop evidencebased care plans.
PIII.3. Recognize when to consult with the patient and
multidisciplinary healthcare team (e.g., faculty, the
clinic dentist, and other appropriate health care
providers) to collaborate on dental hygiene
Effective Fall 2012
PI.2.a. Case-based assign
or test
PI.2.b. Case-based assign
or test
PI.2.c. Case-based assign
or test
PI.2.d. Case-based assign
or test
PI.2.e. Case-based assign
or test
PI.2.f. Case-based assign
or test at competent
level
PI.2.g. Case-based assign
or test
PI.3.a. Case-based exam
PI.3.c. Lecture, disc, Q&A,
images, cases
PI.3.c. Case-based exam
PI.3.i. Lecture, disc, Q&A,
images, cases
PI.3.i. Case-based exam
at competent level
PI.4. Lecture, disc, Q&A,
images, cases, concept map
PI.4. Case-based exam,
concept map
PII.1. Lecture, disc, Q&A,
images, cases
PII.2 Lecture, disc, Q&A,
images, cases
PII.1. Case-based exam at
competent level
PII.2. Case-based exam or
assign
PII.3. Lecture, disc, Q&A,
images, cases, writing
PII.3. Case-based written
assign
PII.4. Role play
PII.4. Written assign or
presentation
PII.5.a. Lecture, disc, Q&A,
images, cases,
PII.5.b Lecture, disc, Q&A,
images, cases,.
PII.5.c. Lecture, disc, questions,
images, cases,
PIII.1. Lecture, disc, questions,
images, cases, problem
solving
PII.5.a. Case-based exam
PIII.2. Lecture, disc, questions,
images, cases, problem
solving
PIII.2. Case-based exam
or activity
PIII.3. Lecture, disc, questions,
images, cases, problem
solving
PIII.3. Case-based exam
or activity
PII.5.b. Case-based exam
PII.5.c. Case-based exam
PIII.1.Case-based exam or
activity
diagnosis, care plan and sequence of treatment.
PV.2.b. Evaluate the outcomes of dental hygiene
interventions by: Re-evaluating pathology or active
disease
PV.3.a. Provide for continuing coordination of care,
including referral or follow up by: Determining
readiness for maintenance care or need for further
treatment and/or referral.
PV.3.b. Provide for continuing coordination of care,
including referral or follow up by: Recommending
appropriate amount of time between appointments
PV.2.b. Lecture, disc, questions,
images, cases
PV.2.b. Case-based exam
or activity
PV.3.a. Lecture, disc, questions,
images, cases
PV.3.a Case-based exam
or activity.
PV.3.b. Lecture, disc, questions,
images, cases
PV.3.b Case-based exam
or activity
TEXTBOOK AND REQUIRED MATERIALS:
 Oral Pathology for the Dental Hygienist by Ibsen and Phelan, 6th Edition, Saunders
 Essentials of Dental Radiography for Dental Assistants and Hygienists by Thompson &
Johnson, 9th Edition, Pearson
 Lexicomp Online Clinical Information Resources for Dentistry (available in DH website)
 Assigned reading from Oral Radiology, Principles and Interpretation by White and Pharoah, 6th
Edition, Elsevier
GRADING SYSTEM
92-100
83-91
75-82
74- 0
A
B
C
F
EVALUATION ACTIVITIES/ASSIGNMENTS
ACTIVITIES
Describe a Lesion Assignment
Genetics Paper
Saliva Buffer Activity
Caries Risk Assessment
Caries Intervention Plan
FMX Evaluation Assignment-2 @ 50 points each
PTS
35
50
20
50
50
50
90
50
100
15
200
Quizzes-9 @ 10 points each
Homework notes- 5 points each
Midterm Exam
Attendance and participation
Final Exam
Total Points Possible
710 points
COURSE OUTLINE WITH TOPICS AND ASSIGNMENT DUE DATES
DATE
TOPICS
ASSIGNMENTS AND DUE DATES
WEEK 1


Syllabus Overview
Introduction to Lesion
Description and Preliminary
Diagnosis

Assigned Reading: Chapter 1 of Ibsen text with notes
W EEK 2

Inflammation and Repair

Chapter 2 of Ibsen text with notes
Effective Fall 2012

Review of Normal Anatomy
visible on radiographs


W EEK 3


Dental Caries- Restorative
Treatment,
Cariology Identification/
Classification






W EEK 4


Immunity
Infectious Disease





W EEK 5

The Pathology of
Periodontal Disease
and Radiographic
Interpretation



W EEK 6

Review for Test

Assigned Reading: Chapter 24 of Johnson/Thomson
Text
Assessment: Lesion description and preliminary
diagnosis quiz online before class May 15, 2013
Lexicomp: Clinical Dentistry- Common Radiographic
Errors, Inflammation and Infection, Radiographic
Description of Pathology, Glossary of TermsPathology, Radiographic Abnormalities, Cavity ClassIfications
Assigned Reading: Chapter 21 of Johnson/Thomson
Text
In Class Activity: Caries Detection and Charting/ FMX
Assessment: Inflammation and repair quiz online
before class
In-class activity: Saliva Buffer
Assignment: Describe a lesion (case-based)
Assigned Reading: Chapter 3 of Ibsen text with notes
Assigned Reading: Chapter 4 of Ibsen text with notes
Lexicomp: Red Lesions, Ulcerations, Allergic Drug
Reactions and Anaphylaxis, Bacterial Infections,
Fungal Infections, Viral Infections, White Lesions,
Yellow Lesions
Assessment: Infectious disease quiz online
Assignment: Caries Risk Assessment
Assigned Reading: Chapter 22 & Chapter 30 of
Johnson/Thomson Text
Assigned Reading: Chapter 25 of Johnson/Thomson
Text
Assessment: Immunity quiz online

Assessment: Case based evaluation of FMX for
Periodontal Disease and Classification
Assignment: Caries Intervention Plan
W EEK 7

Midterm Exam

TEST on first 6 weeks of material
W EEK 8


Developmental Disorders
Genetics

Assigned Reading: Chapter 5 and 6 of Ibsen Text with
notes
Assigned Reading: Chapter 23 of Johnson/Thomson
Text
Lexicomp: Abnormalities of teeth, Oral manifestations
of Systemic Diseases


WEEK 9
WEEK 10
Effective Fall 2012




Neoplasia
Nonneoplastic Disease of
Bone




Assessment: Write a concise, two page
comparison/contrast of two genetic conditions chosen
in class
Assigned Reading: Chapter 7 of Ibsen Text
Assigned Reading: Chapter 8 of Ibsen Text
Assessment: Genetics quiz online
Normal Eruption Patterns
Oral Biopsy Techniques


Assessment: Neoplasia quiz online Assessment:
Nonneoplastic Disease of Bone quiz online
WEEK 11

Oral Manifestations of
Systemic Disease




WEEK 12
W EEK 13


Diseases Affecting the
Temperomandibular Joint
Review for Final Exam
W EEK 14

Assigned Reading: Chapter 24 of Johnson/Thomson
Text
Assigned Reading: Chapter 9 of Ibsen Text with
notes
Lexicomp: Oral Biopsy Techniques, Masses, Blue/
Brown/ Purple Lesions,
Assessment: Developmental Disorders and Eruption
Patterns quiz online

Assigned Reading: Chapter 10 of Ibsen Text with
Notes
Assessment: Oral Manifestations of Systemic Disease

Assessment: Diseases Affecting the TMJ quiz online

FINAL EXAM-COMPREHENSIVE
COURSE POLICIES:
ACADEMIC DISHONESTY is a form of misconduct that is subject to disciplinary action and includes
the following: cheating, fabrication, fraud, facilitating academic dishonesty and plagiarism.
 Plagiarism: any attempt to knowingly or deliberately pass off other's work as your own.
 Cheating: any attempt to gain an unfair advantage over one's fellow students.
 Fabrication: any attempt to present information that is not true when the author knows the
information presented is false.
 Fraud: any attempt to deceive an instructor or administrative officer of the university.
 Facilitating Academic Dishonesty: any attempt to assist an act of academic dishonesty by another
individual.
ATTENDANCE is expected at all scheduled lectures. Attendance is considered one measure of
professional conduct and demonstrates the behavior expected of a NAU dental hygiene student.
Class Requirements
 Students must attend and participate in all class sessions. Due to the fast paced nature of the
summer course, it is imperative that attendance be regular.
 Habitual late arrival, early exit, or poor attendance from class will result in a point/grade reduction
for each infraction from the total course points.
 Late work will be accepted with a 20% reduction in grade after the first day, 40% reduction after
the second day, 60% after the third day, etc.
 If the student is unable to attend, email the instructor before the class session or as early as
possible. Email at Sheila.Barron-Jacobs@nau.edu
 Any missed assignments/requirements related to absence must be made up by the next class for
zero reduction in grade. After that there will be a 10% reduction in grade per day.
 No quizzes can be made up after the completion date in Bblearn.
SAFE ENVIRONMENT POLICY
NAU’s Safe Working and Learning Environment Policy prohibits sexual harassment and assault, and
discrimination and harassment on the basis of sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, sexual
orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status by anyone at this university. Retaliation of any
kind as a result of making a complaint under the policy or participating in an investigation is also
prohibited. The Director of the Office of Affirmative Action & Equal Opportunity (AA/EO) serves as the
university’s compliance officer for affirmative action, civil rights, and Title IX, and is the ADA/504
Coordinator. AA/EO also assists with religious accommodations. You may obtain a copy of this policy
Effective Fall 2012
from the college dean’s office or from the NAU’s Affirmative Action website nau.edu/diversity/.
If you have questions or concerns about this policy, it is important that you contact the departmental
chair, dean’s office, the Office of Student Life (928-523-5181), or NAU’s Office of Affirmative Action
(928) 523-3312 (voice), (928) 523-9977 (fax), (928) 523-1006 (TTD) or aaeo@nau.edu.
STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
If you have a documented disability, you can arrange for accommodations by contacting Disability
Resources (DR) at 523-8773 (voice) or 523-6906 (TTY), dr@nau.edu (e-mail) or 928-523-8747 (fax).
Students needing academic accommodations are required to register with DR and provide required
disability related documentation. Although you may request an accommodation at any time, in order
for DR to best meet your individual needs, you are urged to register and submit necessary
documentation (www.nau.edu/dr) 8 weeks prior to the time you wish to receive accommodations. DR
is strongly committed to the needs of student with disabilities and the promotion of Universal Design.
Concerns or questions related to the accessibility of programs and facilities at NAU may be brought to
the attention of DR or the Office of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity (523-3312).
ACADEMIC CONTACT HOUR POLICY
Based on the Arizona Board of Regents Academic Contact Hour Policy (ABOR Handbook, 2-224), for
every unit of credit, a student should expect, on average, to do a minimum of three hours of work per
week, including but not limited to class time, preparation, homework, studying.
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY
Integrity is expected of every member of the NAU community in all academic undertakings. Integrity
entails a firm adherence to a set of values, and the values most essential to an academic community
are grounded in honesty with respect to all intellectual efforts of oneself and others. Academic
integrity is expected not only in formal coursework situations, but in all University relationships and
interactions connected to the educational process, including the use of University resources. An NAU
student’s submission of work is an implicit declaration that the work is the student’s own. All outside
assistance should be acknowledged, and the student’s academic contribution truthfully reported at all
times. In addition, NAU students have a right to expect academic integrity from each of their peers.
Individual students and faculty members are responsible for identifying potential violations of the
university’s academic integrity policy. Instances of potential violations are adjudicated using the
process found in the university Academic Integrity Policy. The complete policy is in Appendix G of
NAU's Student Handbook.
RESEARCH INTEGRITY
The Responsible Conduct of Research policy is intended to insure that NAU personnel including NAU
students engaged in research are adequately trained in the basic principles of ethics in research.
Additionally, this policy assists NAU in meeting the RCR training and compliance requirements of the
National Science Foundation (NSF)-The America COMPETES Act (Creating Opportunities to
Meaningfully Promote Excellence in Technology, Education and Science); 42 U.S.C 18620-1, Section
7009, and the National Institutes of Health (NIH) policy on the instruction of the RCR (NOT-OD-10019; “Update on the Requirement for Instruction in the Responsible Conduct of Research”). For more
information on the policy and the training activities required for personnel and students conducting
research, at NAU, visit: http://nau.edu/Research/Compliance/Research-Integrity/.
Effective Fall 2012
SENSITIVE COURSE MATERIALS
University education aims to expand student understanding and awareness. Thus, it necessarily
involves engagement with a wide range of information, ideas, and creative representations. In the
course of college studies, students can expect to encounter—and critically appraise—materials that
may differ from and perhaps challenge familiar understandings, ideas, and beliefs. Students are
encouraged to discuss these matters with faculty.
CLASSROOM DISRUPTION POLICY
Membership in the academic community places a special obligation on all participants to preserve an
atmosphere conducive to a safe and positive learning environment. Part of that obligation implies the
responsibility of each member of the NAU community to maintain an environment in which the
behavior of any individual is not disruptive. Instructors have the authority and the responsibility to
manage their classes in accordance with University regulations. Instructors have the right and
obligation to confront disruptive behavior thereby promoting and enforcing standards of behavior
necessary for maintaining an atmosphere conducive to teaching and learning. Instructors are
responsible for establishing, communicating, and enforcing reasonable expectations and rules of
classroom behavior. These expectations are to be communicated to students in the syllabus and in
class discussions and activities at the outset of the course. Each student is responsible for behaving
in a manner that supports a positive learning environment and that does not interrupt nor disrupt the
delivery of education by instructors or receipt of education by students, within or outside a class. The
complete classroom disruption policy is in Appendices of NAU’s Student Handbook .
Effective Fall 2012