Objectives

1. To use correctly the standard terminology employed in anatomy relating to the body’s axes and planes, in order to locate the structures studied in space and describe them accurately.

2. Classify the different types of joints, muscles and bones, describe their general functions and outline their common ontogeny.

3. Describe the morphology and general function of the spine and the pelvis

4. To describe, in broad terms, the anatomical structure and contents of the thoracic, abdominal and pelvic cavities, topographically locating the various organs they contain.

5. Describe the bony and muscular elements of the limbs, noting their functional limitations and their specific motor apparatus.

6. Study of epithelial, connective, muscular and nervous tissues

7. Explain how blood and lymph circulation occurs in the body, taking into account the morphology of the heart and the major vessels.

8. Explain the development and general organisation of the nervous system (NS), detailing the parts into which it is subdivided.

9. Explain the structures of the Respiratory System

10. Explain the components of the Digestive System, describing the digestive tract and associated organs.

11. Describe the urinary system, the kidney and the urinary tracts, including a study of their histology.

12. Explain the components of the female reproductive system and the male reproductive system

Prerequisites

There are no legal prerequisites, apart from those required to undertake the Bachelor’s Degree in Dentistry.

It is advisable to have a knowledge of general biology at A-level.

It is also advisable to be able to read texts in English and to have basic computer skills.

Attendance at lectures, seminars and practical sessions is compulsory.

Competencies

1. GENERAL COMPETENCES ACQUIRED

1.1. To promote independent learning of new knowledge and techniques, as well as a commitment to quality.

1.2. To understand the basic biomedical sciences on which dentistry is founded, in order to ensure proper oral and dental care.

1.3. To understand and recognise the normal structure and function of the stomatognathic system at the molecular, cellular, tissue and organ levels, across the different stages of life.

1.4. To understand the general processes of disease, including infection, inflammation, immune system disorders, degeneration, neoplasia, metabolic disorders and genetic disorders.

1.5. To be familiar with the scientific method and possess the critical ability to evaluate established knowledge and new information. To be able to formulate hypotheses, and to collect and critically evaluate information for problem-solving, following the scientific method.

2. SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES TO BE ACQUIRED

2.1. To understand the biomedical sciences on which dentistry is based, in order to ensure the provision of appropriate oral healthcare. Among other sciences, the curriculum must include relevant content on:

- Embryology, anatomy, histology and physiology of the human body.

- Genetics, biochemistry, cellular and molecular biology.

- Microbiology and immunology.

2.2. To understand the morphology and function of the stomatognathic system, including relevant content on specific aspects of embryology, anatomy, histology and physiology.

2.3. To acquire knowledge of general disease processes, metabolic disorders and genetic disorders.

2.4. To acquire, develop and practise the skills required for laboratory work on the morphology, structure and function of the human body in general and the oral cavity in particular.

Learning outcomes

1. The student understands and can explain the main constituent characteristics of the human being, from the most basic (biochemical) level to the most complex (organic and systemic) level, and their role in the development of disease.

2. Students are able to distinguish, morphologically, each of the components of the human body.

3. Students are familiar with the appropriate scientific terminology and biomedical reasoning, enabling a better understanding of the various aspects of health and medicine.

Description of the content

THEORETICAL SYLLABUS FOR HUMAN ANATOMY I

1. INTRODUCTION. DEFINITION OF ANATOMY. LEVELS OF STRUCTURAL ORGANISATION.

2. ANATOMICAL TERMS. REGIONS AND PLANES. BODY CAVITIES. ABDOMINAL REGIONS AND QUADRANTS.

3. THE SKELETAL SYSTEM: SKELETON. DIVISIONS. BONE ORIENTATIONS AND REFERENCE POINTS.

4. THE SKELETAL SYSTEM: AXIAL SKELETON: SKULL, FACE, HYPOID BONE,

5. THE SKELETAL SYSTEM: AXIAL SKELETON: SPINAL COLUMN, RIBS AND STERNUM.

6. THE SKELETAL SYSTEM: APPENDICULAR SKELETON: SHOULDER GIRDLE, UPPER LIMB, PELVIC GIRDLE, LOWER LIMB. SKELETAL DIFFERENCES BETWEEN MEN AND WOMEN.

7. JOINTS. DEFINITION. CLASSIFICATION. SYNOVIAL JOINTS: TYPES AND RANGES OF MOTION. TEMPOROMANDIBULAR JOINT.

8. THE MUSCULAR SYSTEM: MAIN SKELETAL MUSCLES: FACIAL EXPRESSION MUSCLES. MASTICATORY MUSCLES. EYE MUSCLES. TONGUE MUSCLES. NECK MUSCLES. THORACIC MUSCLES. ABDOMINAL WALL MUSCLES. SPINAL COLUMN MUSCLES. UPPER LIMB MUSCLES. LOWER LIMB MUSCLES.

9. TISSUE LEVEL OF ORGANISATION I. TYPES OF TISSUES AND ORIGIN. CELLULAR JOINTS. EPITHELIAL TISSUE.

10. TISSUE LEVEL OF ORGANISATION II. CONNECTIVE, MUSCULAR AND NERVOUS TISSUES.

11. THE INTEGRAL SYSTEM. STRUCTURE OF THE SKIN. SKIN COLOUR. STRUCTURE OF THE SKIN APPENDAGES. TYPES OF SKIN. FUNCTIONS OF THE SKIN. HOMEOSTASIS: WOUND HEALING.

12. THE SKELETAL SYSTEM. FUNCTIONS. STRUCTURE AND TYPES OF BONES. BONE HISTOLOGY. BONE DEVELOPMENT: OSTEOGENESIS, GROWTH, REMODELLING AND REPAIR. REGULATION OF CALCIUM LEVELS. BONE TISSUE: EXERCISE AND AGEING.

13. MUSCULAR TISSUE. TYPES, FUNCTIONS AND PROPERTIES. STRUCTURE AND TYPES OF SKELETAL FIBRES. SIZE, SHAPE AND ARRANGEMENT OF FIBRES. HOW THEY PRODUCE MOVEMENT (INSERTIONS, LEVERS, ACTIONS). NAMING OF MUSCLES. THE CARDIAC MUSCLE. SMOOTH MUSCLE.

14. THE NERVOUS SYSTEM. GENERAL OVERVIEW. ORGANISATION. HISTOLOGY OF NERVOUS TISSUE. REGENERATION AND REPAIR OF NERVOUS TISSUE.

15. THE CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM (I). DEVELOPMENT OF THE NERVOUS SYSTEM. MEMBRANES OF THE BRAIN AND SPINAL CORD. CEREBROSPINAL FLUID. STRUCTURE OF THE SPINAL CORD. ORGANISATION OF THE BRAIN. STRUCTURE OF THE BRAIN.

16. THE CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM (II). SOMATIC SENSORY TRACKS. SOMATIC MOTOR TRACKS. REFLEX ARCS. INTEGRATIVE FUNCTIONS OF THE BRAIN.

17. THE PERIPHERAL NERVOUS SYSTEM (SOMATIC). SPINAL NERVES. CRANIAL NERVES.

18. THE PERIPHERAL NERVOUS SYSTEM (AUTONOMIC). COMPARISON BETWEEN SOMATIC AND AUTONOMIC SYSTEMS. ANATOMY OF THE SYMPATHETIC AND PARASYMPATHETIC SYSTEMS. NEUROTRANSMITTERS AND RECEPTORS. FUNCTIONS OF THE ANS.

19. THE CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM. ANATOMY OF THE HEART. BLOOD CIRCULATION. ANATOMY OF THE BLOOD VESSELS. CIRCULATORY PATHWAYS.

20. THE LYMPHATIC SYSTEM. STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION.

21. THE RESPIRATORY SYSTEM. ANATOMY OF THE UPPER RESPIRATORY TRACT. ANATOMY OF THE LOWER RESPIRATORY TRACT.

22. THE DIGESTIVE SYSTEM. STRUCTURE: MOUTH, PHARYNX, OESOPHAGUS, STOMACH, SMALL INTESTINE, LARGE INTESTINE, PERITONEUM, LIVER, GALLBLADDER, PANCREAS.

23. THE URINARY SYSTEM. ANATOMY AND HISTOLOGY OF THE KIDNEY. ANATOMY OF THE URETER, BLADDER AND URETHRA.

24. THE REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM. MALE: TESTICLES, SEMINAL VESICLES, PROSTATE. FEMALE: OVARIES, FALLOPIAN TUBES, UTERUS, VAGINA AND VULVA. BREASTS.

SYLLABUS PRACTICAL SESSIONS IN HUMAN ANATOMY I

1. ANATOMICAL REFERENCE TERMS, PLANS, AXES AND BODY REGIONS.

2. SKELETAL SYSTEM. BONE ANATOMY AND REFERENCE POINTS. GENERAL TERMINOLOGY OF THE BONES.

3. SKELETAL STRUCTURE OF THE HEAD.

4. BONES OF THE SKULL.

5. BONES OF THE FACE.

6. SPINE. THORAX.

7. BONES OF THE LIMBS.

8. JOINTS.

9. MAIN MUSCLE GROUPS.

Training activities

1) LECTURES (SS): Explanation of theoretical principles, using IT tools. (1 hour per week)

2) ASSIGNMENTS (ASS): Presentation, study and discussion of case studies. Problem-solving. Presentation of assignments/case studies. (1 one-off hour)

3) LABORATORIES (LB): Practical application of the knowledge acquired in the laboratory. Acquisition of skills and competences. (1 hour per week)

4) VIRTUAL CAMPUS: Software, documentation, practical protocols, useful links, problem-solving, self-assessment tests, forums, blog, Wiki, notices.

5) TUTORIALS (individual and group): Guidance and clarification of queries. Supervision of assignments/case studies and presentations. Monitoring of learning progress.

6) INDEPENDENT STUDY: Study. Literature review. Preparation of assignments/case studies and presentations.

7) ASSESSMENT: Oral and written tests/exams, laboratory practical assessment tests. Continuous assessment.

Assessment system and criteria

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA FOR HUMAN ANATOMY I

ACADEMIC YEAR 2025–26

Without prejudice to any other requirements that may be set out in the relevant course syllabus, as a general rule, failure to attend more than 70 per cent of the course’s teaching activities—which require the student’s physical or virtual presence—will result in the loss of the right to continuous assessment during the standard assessment period. In this case, the examination to be held during the official examination period set by the University will be the sole assessment criterion, with the weighting specified in the course syllabus.

To pass the module, students must:

1. To have successfully completed all the scheduled learning activities.

2. To have achieved a positive continuous assessment mark.

3. To have completed all laboratory practicals.

4. Have passed the practical assessment tests/exams (LB).

5. Have passed the theoretical assessment tests/exams (SESSION AND ASSIGNMENT)

The aspects to be assessed in the standard assessment period are:

A. Laboratory practicals, to be carried out during the first term:

Acquisition of practical knowledge: Theoretical and practical assessment tests. The final mark (CO21Q) will be calculated in accordance with the criteria set out in a separate document.

B. Course activities:

o Assessments of competence acquisition: an assessment will be held halfway through the first term (CO11Q) and the second term (CO12Q). This will contribute up to 1 progressive mark to the mark for the corresponding term.

o Classwork (2nd term): attendance and completion during class of the worksheets provided on the course content.

º Assessment test/theoretical examination for the first and second terms: The theoretical assessment for the course will take various forms, which may include multiple-choice questions, short-answer questions or essay questions. In all cases, students will be informed in good time of the specific assessment method to be used in each examination session.” In the case of a multiple-choice exam, only one answer will be marked correctly, worth 1 mark; incorrect answers will result in a deduction of 0.33 marks. To pass, students must achieve a mark equivalent to 50 per cent.

Assessments: To pass the module, students must have acquired the required competences in both the theoretical and practical components; the final mark will be calculated using the following weighting, out of 10 marks:

;;;; Assessment of theoretical skills acquired (MG+TB mark): up to 8 points of the mark.

;;;; Assessment of practical skills acquired (LB mark): up to 2 points of the mark.

January Exam (PARCFEB): Exam on theoretical content (Lectures and Assignments)

The January mark will be determined by the theoretical examination plus continuous assessment. Students who pass will be exempt from the theoretical syllabus for the first term, provided they can demonstrate an attendance rate of 70 per cent or higher by the end of the teaching period.

Ordinary assessment period:

• Exam on the theoretical content of the second term syllabus: (provided the PARCFEB has been passed and attendance of 70 per cent or more is demonstrated). The mark for the second term will be based on the theoretical exam plus continuous assessment.

• Exam on the theoretical content of the syllabus for the first and second terms: Students who have not completed the first-term syllabus in the PARCFEB will sit an exam, with the same format, covering the syllabus for the entire course. In this case, the continuous assessment for the first term will not be taken into account.

Extraordinary examination session: If a student passes either the theoretical or practical component in the ordinary examination session, this result will be carried over to the extraordinary examination session.

The mark for the January theoretical exam (PARCFEB) will NOT be carried over; therefore, the syllabus will not be divided by terms, and the assessment/theoretical exam to be taken will cover all the theoretical content of the course.

Theoretical assessment (lectures and coursework) covering the content of the entire module.

Practical assessment (LB): an exam comprising short-answer or multiple-choice questions.

The mark for the resit will be based on the theory exam (80% of the mark) plus the practical mark (20% of the mark). Students must have achieved a mark of 5 or above in both the theory and practical components. There will be no specific mark for continuous assessment.

Bibliography

Essential:

1. NETTER, FH.

Atlas of Human Anatomy

Elsevier Masson. 2023.

ISBN: 9788445820650

2. Patton K,

Anatomy and Physiology

11th ed. Elsevier. 2023.

ISBN: 9788413825427

Supplementary:

3.- Drake, Richard L.

GRAY’s Anatomy for Students

5th ed. Madrid: Elsevier, 2024.

ISBN: 9788413826226

4.- POIRIER

HISTOLOGY

MASSON. 2002.

ISBN: 8445811371

5. Tortora & Derrickson

Principles of Anatomy and Physiology

Editorial Medica Panamericana. 2021.

ISBN: 9788411060264

Others:

6. DORTLAND

DORTLAND’S ILLUSTRATED ENCYCLOPAEDIC DICTIONARY OF MEDICINE

30th ed. ELSEVIER. 2005.

ISBN: 978848174790-

Objectives

1. To understand and explain the main structural characteristics of biomolecules and their relationship to the functions they perform in metabolism.

2. To understand the metabolic pathways involved in the synthesis and breakdown of carbohydrates and the regulatory mechanisms involved, as well as the diseases associated with them.

3. To understand the metabolic pathways involved in the synthesis and breakdown of lipids and the regulatory mechanisms, as well as the diseases associated with them.

4. Understand the metabolic pathways involved in the synthesis and breakdown of the main nitrogen-containing compounds and the regulatory mechanisms involved, as well as the diseases associated with them.

5. Be able to explain the mechanisms of interaction between the main anabolic and catabolic pathways of metabolism.

6. Be able to integrate the metabolic pathways across the body’s different tissues.

7. To be familiar with and understand the mechanisms of enzyme action.

8. Understand the basic concepts associated with oral and dental biochemistry, in particular the biochemical basis of the mineralisation and demineralisation processes of tooth enamel, the mechanism of caries formation, and the role of fluorinated compounds in dental care.

9. To be familiar with and able to carry out the basic experimental techniques used in a biochemistry laboratory.

Prerequisites

Basic knowledge of General Biology, Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry.

A thorough understanding of the following basic concepts is required:

- Atomic structure and molecular bonds

-Formulae and units

-Chemical equilibrium

- pH, acid-base, buffer solutions

-The concepts of polar and non-polar molecules, solubility

-Types of weak interactions

-Oxidation-reduction

Competencies

• To understand the basic biomedical sciences on which dentistry is founded, in order to ensure proper oral healthcare.

• Be able to acquire, develop and practise the skills required for work in the laboratory on the morphology, structure and function of the human body in general and the oral cavity in particular.

• Be able to acquire, develop and practise the skills required for laboratory work in biology, genetics, microbiology and immunology.

Learning outcomes

• To understand and recognise the normal structure and function of the stomatological system at the molecular, cellular, tissue and organ levels throughout the different stages of life.

• To be familiar with the general processes of disease, including infection, inflammation, immune system disorders, degeneration, neoplasia, metabolic disorders and genetic disorders.

• Be familiar with the general pathological characteristics of diseases and disorders affecting the organ systems, specifically those with oral implications.

• To acquire knowledge of the fundamentals of biological chemistry, cellular and molecular biology, and genetics.

• To understand the biomedical sciences on which dentistry is based, in order to ensure the provision of appropriate oral healthcare. Among other sciences, this should include relevant content on embryology, anatomy, histology and physiology of the human body. Genetics, Biochemistry, Cellular and Molecular Biology, Microbiology and Immunology.

• To understand the morphology and function of the stomatological system, including relevant content on specific aspects of embryology, anatomy, histology and physiology.

• Acquire knowledge of general disease processes, metabolic disorders and genetic disorders.

Description of the content

1. MOLECULAR BASICS.

2. CARBOHYDRATES

3. LIPIDS

4. AMINO ACIDS AND PROTEINS

5. NUCLEOTIDES AND NUCLEIC ACIDS

6. Enzyme Kinetics and Regulation

7. CARBOHYDRATE METABOLISM

8. INTERMEDIATE METABOLISM

9. LIPID METABOLISM

10. METABOLISM OF NITROGEN-CONTAINING COMPOUNDS

11. ORAL BIOCHEMISTRY

Training activities

1) LECTURES (SS): Explanation of theoretical principles, using IT tools.

2) ASSIGNMENTS (TRAB): Presentation, study and discussion of case studies. Problem-solving. Presentation of assignments/case studies.

3) LABORATORIES (LB): Practical application of the knowledge acquired in the laboratory. Acquisition of skills and competences.

4) VIRTUAL CAMPUS: Programmes, documentation, practical protocols, useful links, problem-solving, self-assessment tests, forums, blog, Wiki, notices.

5) TUTORIALS (individual and group): Guidance and clarification of queries. Supervision of assignments/case studies and presentations. Monitoring of learning progress.

6) INDEPENDENT STUDY: Study. Literature review. Preparation of assignments/case studies and presentations.

7) ASSESSMENT: Oral and written tests/exams, laboratory practical assessment tests. Continuous assessment.

Assessment system and criteria

Without prejudice to any other requirements that may be specified in the relevant course syllabus, as a general rule, failure to attend more than 70 per cent of the course’s teaching activities—which require the student’s physical or virtual presence—will result in the loss of the right to continuous assessment during the standard examination period. In this case, the examination to be held during the official period set by the University will be the sole assessment criterion, with the weighting specified in the course syllabus.

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GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:

1. The module is divided into two parts: THEORY and LABORATORY.

2. To pass the module, students must pass both parts independently with a mark of 5 POINTS or higher.

3. The theory is divided into two terms, and the laboratory sessions will take place exclusively during the first term.

4. The theory mark will be the average of the two terms.

5. The laboratory mark will be the mark obtained in the examination to be held at the end of the practical sessions.

6. Once both parts have been passed, the final mark for the module is the weighted average of the theory and practical components, respectively (80 per cent for theory and 20 per cent for the laboratory).

7. For the mark for each term, the student’s Continuous Assessment (CA) will be taken into account provided that the mark obtained in the official examinations is 4 POINTS or higher and class attendance is 70 per cent or higher at the end of the course.

8. The CA may contribute up to 1.5 POINTS (15%) to the final mark obtained in the official examinations.

9. The theory or practical components passed in each term will be retained until the end of the Extraordinary Examination Period.

10. Students will have a maximum of four official examination sessions in which to pass the module. Both the ordinary examination session (May/June) and the extraordinary examination session (June/July) are considered official examination sessions.

THEORY ASSESSMENT

1. The theory syllabus will be covered in lectures (SESSIONS).

2. The January exam (MID-TERM) is a qualifying exam and will cover the syllabus taught in the first term. If the mark is 5 POINTS or higher, the student will be exempt from the theory component of the first term. If attendance at classes at the end of the course is less than 70 per cent, the student will have to sit an exam on this material in the Ordinary Examination Period.

3. The Ordinary Examination (May/June) will cover the syllabus taught in the second term and, should the student have failed the January exam or their class attendance be less than 70 per cent, they will also be examined on the syllabus covered in the first term.

4. The theory mark will be the arithmetic mean of both terms and, as this is a year-long module, students may make up for marks in both terms during the Ordinary Examination Period, but to do so, students must have sat the assessments in both terms and obtained a minimum of 3.5 POINTS in the official examinations.

5. In the Extraordinary Examination, students will be examined on the theory from those terms in which they failed, or on the practical component if that was failed. The Extraordinary Examination will be held until the end of the academic year provided that class attendance during the academic year is 70 per cent or higher.

LABORATORY ASSESSMENT

1. The laboratory practicals comprise FIVE SESSIONS (3 hours each) AND WILL TAKE PLACE IN THE FIRST SEMESTER. During four sessions, students will receive a theoretical explanation and practise various laboratory techniques; in the fifth session, queries will be addressed and an exam will be held on the techniques and concepts covered.

2. Sitting the laboratory examinations is COMPULSORY FOR ALL STUDENTS ENROLLED on the module.

3. Attendance at and completion of the practical laboratory sessions is COMPULSORY FOR STUDENTS ENROLLED FOR THE FIRST TIME OR WHO HAVE NOT COMPLETED THE LABORATORY WORK IN PREVIOUS ACADEMIC YEARS.

4. Each instance of unauthorised absence during the practical sessions will result in a deduction of 25 per cent from the laboratory mark.

5. If, during the practical sessions, a student commits minor disciplinary offences (repeated tardiness, failure to participate, lack of attention), they may lose up to 20 per cent of their laboratory mark. If the offence is serious (playing in the laboratory, failing to comply with safety regulations, disrespect), the student may be expelled from the session and it will be recorded as an unjustified absence, which may lead to disciplinary proceedings being initiated.

6. In the case of authorised absences, students may make up the missed practical session with another group, where possible, and sit the examination with the group in which they make up the session.

7. Justified absences must be reported and documented as soon as possible, ideally before the absence occurs, and in any case before the end of the allocated practical sessions; otherwise, the absence will be considered unjustified.

8. Students who have attended practical sessions but have not passed or sat the exam must sit the THEORETICAL LABORATORY EXAM during the ordinary examination period (May/June); if they fail this, they will have a further opportunity during the supplementary examination period (July).

9. The pass mark for the PRACTICAL EXAMINATION is set at 5 POINTS. Practical marks will be published in January alongside those obtained in the MID-TERM EXAM.

10. Failure to attend TWO OR MORE DAYS OF LABORATORY PRACTICALS, whether for JUSTIFIED or UNJUSTIFIED reasons, will result in FAILURE OF THE LABORATORY MODULE, and students must sit two examinations during the REGULAR EXAMINATION PERIOD: a THEORETICAL EXAMINATION (20 per cent of the practical mark) and a PRACTICAL EXAMINATION (80 per cent of the practical mark).

11. Failing or not sitting the examinations described in the previous point will result in both examinations having to be retaken during the EXTRAORDINARY EXAMINATION PERIOD.

EXAMINATION FORMAT:

1. The theoretical assessment for the module will take various forms, which may include multiple-choice questions, short-answer questions or essay questions. In all cases, students will be informed in good time of the specific assessment method to be used in each examination session.

2. The pass mark for ALL examinations is set at 5 POINTS.

CONTINUOUS ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:

Continuous Assessment (CA) provides an insight into how students are progressing in their understanding of the course content. The marks obtained in this type of assessment do NOT contribute as a percentage to the final mark for any part of the module, but they DO help to improve the marks obtained in the THEORY AND/OR PRACTICAL components.

1. THEORY CA:

a) Throughout each term, one or two NON-EXEMPT CCI assessments will be held.

b) The format of these tests will be clearly set out in the Course Prospectus

d) The mark for these EC tests will be the arithmetic mean of both tests in each term. Students may add up to 1 POINT (10%) to their theory mark for each four-month term, provided that the mark obtained in the official examination is 4 POINTS or higher and their attendance at classes is 70 per cent or more.

e) As the EC does not adversely affect the student’s final mark, these tests are NOT COMPULSORY and there are NO RESIT SESSIONS; students who fail to attend these sessions, whether for justified or unjustified reasons, will forfeit the opportunity to sit them.

2. LABORATORY EC:

a) This will consist of a self-assessment test which will be available during the week of the laboratory practicals. Students may earn up to 1 POINT (10%) provided that the mark obtained in the laboratory exam is 4 POINTS or higher.

b) This will consist of a 10-question test covering the content of the laboratory practicals. The test allows for ‘n’ attempts (unlimited). There are five options per question, of which only one is correct, and incorrect answers do not result in marks being deducted. Time allowed: 1 min per question (+10% extra).

c) As the EC does not negatively affect the student’s final mark, taking these tests is NOT COMPULSORY and they will close once the Laboratory Practical exam has finished; students who do not take the tests during the practical week will lose the opportunity to do so.

PRACTICE TEST:

1. Two weeks before the start of the official exams, ALL students will be given a practice test, with the aim of practising and reinforcing the content covered, both theoretical and practical. The marks obtained in these tests will not adversely affect students’ final marks; however, as they form part of the EC, achieving a mark of 8 or above will help to increase the final mark by up to 0.5 POINTS (5 per cent), provided that attendance throughout the course is 70 per cent or higher.

2. It will consist of a test comprising 10 questions on the theoretical and/or practical content. The test allows for an unlimited number of attempts. There are five options per question, of which only one is correct, and incorrect answers do not result in points being deducted.

3. Time allowed: 1 min per question (+10% extra).

STUDENTS WITH AN OFFICIAL ACADEMIC EXEMPTION:

Students with an OFFICIAL ACADEMIC EXEMPTION must undertake the compulsory practical sessions in the same way as the rest of the students, in accordance with the schedule allocated to their respective laboratory groups, and are exempt from all other teaching activities. Furthermore, if they wish to sit the EC assessments, they must do so on the dates set for this purpose, just like the rest of the students.

HONOURS GRADE

Once the REGULAR EXAMINATION PERIOD has ended, those students who have demonstrated exemplary academic progress during the academic year will be selected for the HONOURS DISTINCTION. To qualify, students must meet the following requirements:

1. Achieve a FINAL GRADE of 9 POINTS or more

2. Have demonstrated active participation during teaching activities (SESSIONS, ASSIGNMENTS, LABORATORY WORK).

3. Have a class attendance rate of 80 per cent or higher.

4. The number of HONOURS is limited, and the awarding of this distinction is at the discretion of the course coordinator.

Timetable

Click on this link to view the detailed timetable in Excel

Bibliography

Essential reading:

1. Feduchi Canosa E, Romero Magdalena C, Yáñez Conde E, García-Hoz Jiménez C.

Biochemistry. Essential Concepts.

3rd ed. Médica Panamericana. 2025.

ISBN: 9788491106807

2.- Narváez Carrasco CG.

Elements of Biochemistry for Dentistry. Applied Biochemistry in Dentistry.

Editorial Académica Española. 2012.

ISBN: 9783847356905

Supplementary:

3.- Baynes JW and Dominicszak MH.

Medical Biochemistry

5th ed.. Elsevier. 2019.

ISBN: 9788491134060

4. Lehninger AL, Nelson DL, Cox MM and Cuchillo Foix CM.

Lehninger. Principles of Biochemistry

7th ed. Omega. 2018.

ISBN: 9788428216678

Others:

5.- Gupta A.

Comprehensive Biochemistry for Dentistry. Textbook for Dental Students.

Springer Nature. 2019.

ISBN: 9789811310348

Objectives

1. For students to acquire knowledge of how the various organs and systems that make up the human body function, as well as their regulatory and control systems.

2. To enable students to relate the various functions to one another and to understand that the different organs and systems work in a coordinated and integrated manner within the body.

3. To acquire the theoretical and practical knowledge enabling them to understand that a disruption to normal function leads to disease, and that physiology forms the basis for understanding the mechanisms of disease.

4. To acquire a basic level of skills and competence in the use of basic laboratory equipment.

5. Students should understand the need for study in order to keep their knowledge up to date and to develop critical and scientific thinking.

Prerequisites

There are no legal prerequisites, apart from those required to undertake the Bachelor’s Degree in Dentistry.

It is advisable to have a knowledge of general biology at A-level.

It is advisable to have a sound understanding of the fundamental laws of physics as they apply to the functioning of biological systems.

It is also advisable to be able to read texts in English and to have basic computer skills.

Attendance at lectures, seminars and practical sessions is compulsory.

Competencies

1. GENERAL COMPETENCIES ACQUIRED

1.1. To promote independent learning of new knowledge and techniques, as well as a commitment to quality.

1.2. To understand the basic biomedical sciences on which dentistry is founded, in order to ensure proper oral and dental care.

1.3. To understand and recognise the normal structure and function of the stomatognathic system at the molecular, cellular, tissue and organ levels, across the different stages of life.

1.4. To understand the general processes of disease, including infection, inflammation, immune system disorders, degeneration, neoplasia, metabolic disorders and genetic disorders.

1.5. Understand the scientific method and possess the critical ability to evaluate established knowledge and new information. Be able to formulate hypotheses, and to collect and critically evaluate information for problem-solving, following the scientific method.

2. SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES TO BE ACQUIRED

2.1. To understand the biomedical sciences on which dentistry is based, in order to ensure the provision of appropriate oral healthcare. Among other sciences, the curriculum must include relevant content from:

- Embryology, anatomy, histology and physiology of the human body.

- Genetics, biochemistry, cellular and molecular biology.

- Microbiology and immunology.

2.2. To understand the morphology and function of the stomatognathic system, including relevant content on specific aspects of embryology, anatomy, histology and physiology.

2.3. To acquire knowledge of general disease processes, metabolic disorders and genetic disorders.

2.4. To acquire, develop and practise the skills required for laboratory work on the morphology, structure and function of the human body in general and the oral cavity in particular.

Learning outcomes

1. The student is familiar with the morphology and understands the normal functioning of each organ and system, as well as their potential dysfunctional states.

2. Students are familiar with the appropriate scientific terminology and biomedical reasoning, enabling a better understanding of the various aspects of health and medicine.

Course Content

THEORETICAL PHYSIOLOGY SYLLABUS

1. INTRODUCTION. DEFINITION OF PHYSIOLOGY. CHARACTERISTICS OF THE LIVING HUMAN ORGANISM. HOMEOSTASIS. BODY FLUIDS.

2. CHEMICAL LEVEL OF ORGANISATION. CHEMICAL REACTIONS. INORGANIC COMPOUNDS AND SOLUTIONS. ACID-BASE BALANCE. ORGANIC COMPOUNDS.

3. CELLULAR LEVEL OF ORGANISATION. THE CELL MEMBRANE: STRUCTURE, TRANSPORT MECHANISMS.

4. CELLULAR POTENTIALS. RESTING POTENTIAL. ION CHANNELS. GRADIENT POTENTIAL. ACTION POTENTIAL. CONDUCTION.

5. SYNAPTIC TRANSMISSION. SYNAPSES. TYPES. POSTSYNAPTIC POTENTIALS. NEUROTRANSMITTERS. NERVOUS CIRCUITS. NEUROMUSCULAR JOINT. MOTOR END-PLATE.

6. SKELETAL MUSCLE CONTRACTION. HISTOLOGY OF MUSCLE FIBRES. CONTRACTILE CYCLE: CONTRACTION AND RELAXATION. EXCITATION-CONTRACTION COUPLING. TYPES OF CONTRACTION.

7. SENSORY RECEPTORS. SENSATIONS. SENSITIVE RECEPTORS. SOMATIC SENSATIONS.

8. SPECIAL SENSES (I). SMELL, TASTE, SIGHT.

9. SPECIAL SENSES (II). HEARING AND BALANCE.

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10. ENDOCRINE PHYSIOLOGY. COMPARISON OF NERVOUS AND ENDOCRINE CONTROL. HORMONAL ACTIVITY: TYPES, MECHANISM OF ACTION, CONTROL. HYPOTHALAMUS AND PITUITARY GLAND. PINEAL GLAND. THYROID AND PARATHYROID GLANDS. ADRENAL GLANDS. GONADS. THYMUS. OTHER ENDOCRINE TISSUES.

11. HAEMATOLOGICAL PHYSIOLOGY. COMPOSITION AND FUNCTIONS OF BLOOD. HAEMOSTASIS. BLOOD GROUPS.

12. CARDIOVASCULAR PHYSIOLOGY. CARDIAC CONDUCTION SYSTEM. CARDIAC CYCLE. HAEMODYNAMICS. CARDIAC OUTPUT. BLOOD PRESSURE. CAPILLARY EXCHANGE. EVALUATION OF THE CIRCULATORY SYSTEM.

13. RESPIRATORY PHYSIOLOGY. LUNG VENTILATION. VOLUMES AND CAPACITIES. GAS EXCHANGE. GAS TRANSPORT. EXERCISE AND THE RESPIRATORY SYSTEM.

14. DIGESTIVE PHYSIOLOGY. DIGESTION, SECRETION, ABSORPTION AND ELIMINATION.

15. RENAL PHYSIOLOGY. FUNCTIONS. GENERAL PRINCIPLES. FILTRATION, REABSORPTION AND SECRETION.

16. PHYSIOLOGY OF THE REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM. SPERMATOGENESIS. THE FEMALE REPRODUCTIVE CYCLE. PHYSIOLOGY OF THE BREAST.

PHYSIOLOGY PRACTICAL SESSIONS SYLLABUS

1. MEDICAL HISTORY.

2. VISUAL SENSATION.

3. THE SENSE OF HEARING. ACOUSTIC TESTS. AUDIOMETRY.

4. SENSE OF BALANCE.

5. REFLEXES.

6. CARDIAC EXAMINATION.

7. BLOOD PRESSURE AND PERIPHERAL PULSES

8. ELECTROCARDIOGRAM.

9. LUNG EXAMINATION. SPIROMETRY

10. BASIC CPR.

Training activities

1) LECTURES (SS): Explanation of theoretical principles, using IT tools. (1 hour per week)

2) ASSIGNMENTS (ASS): Presentation, study and discussion of case studies. Problem-solving. Presentation of assignments/case studies. (1 one-off hour)

3) LABORATORIES (LB): Practical application of the knowledge acquired in the laboratory. Development of skills and competencies. (1 hour per week)

4) VIRTUAL CAMPUS: Software, documentation, practical protocols, useful links, problem-solving, self-assessment tests, forums, blog, Wiki, notices.

5) TUTORIALS (individual and group): Guidance and clarification of queries. Supervision of assignments/case studies and presentations. Monitoring of learning progress.

6) INDEPENDENT STUDY: Study. Literature review. Preparation of assignments/case studies and presentations.

7) ASSESSMENT: Oral and written tests/exams, laboratory practical assessment tests. Continuous assessment.

Assessment system and criteria

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA FOR PHYSIOLOGY

ACADEMIC YEAR 2025–26

Without prejudice to any other requirements that may be specified in the relevant course syllabus, as a general rule, failure to attend more than 70 per cent of the course’s teaching activities—which require the student’s physical or virtual presence—will result in the loss of the right to continuous assessment during the standard examination period. In this case, the examination to be held during the official period set by the University will be the sole assessment criterion, with the weighting specified in the course syllabus.

o To pass the module, students must:

1. To have successfully completed all the scheduled learning activities.

2. To have achieved a positive continuous assessment mark.

3. To have completed all laboratory practicals.

4. Have passed the practical assessment tests/exams (LB).

5. Have passed the theoretical assessment tests/exams (SESSION AND ASSIGNMENT)

The aspects to be assessed in the standard assessment period are:

A. Laboratory practicals, to be carried out during the second term:

Acquisition of practical knowledge: Theoretical and practical assessment tests. The final mark (CO22Q) will be calculated in accordance with the criteria set out in a separate document.

B. Course activities:

o Assessments of competence acquisition: an assessment will be held halfway through the first term (CO11Q) and the second term (CO12Q). This will contribute up to 1 progressive mark to the mark for the corresponding term.

o Classwork (1st term): attendance and completion during class of the worksheets provided on the course content.

o Assessment test/theoretical examination for the first and second terms: The theoretical assessment for the course will take various forms, which may include multiple-choice questions, short-answer questions or essay questions. In all cases, students will be informed in good time of the specific assessment method to be used in each examination session.” In the case of a multiple-choice exam, only one answer will be marked correctly, worth 1 mark; incorrect answers will result in a deduction of 0.33 marks. To pass, students must achieve a score equivalent to 50 per cent.

Assessments: To pass the module, students must have acquired the required competences in both the theoretical and practical components; the final mark will be calculated using the following weighting, out of 10 marks:

;;;; Assessment of theoretical competences acquired (MG+TB mark): up to 8 points of the mark.

;;;; Assessment of practical skills acquired (LB mark): up to 2 points of the mark.

January Exam (PARCFEB): Exam on theoretical content (Lectures and Assignments)

The January mark will be determined by the theoretical examination plus continuous assessment. Students who pass will be exempt from the theoretical syllabus for the first term, provided they can demonstrate an attendance rate of 70 per cent or higher by the end of the teaching period.

Ordinary assessment period:

• Exam on the theoretical content of the second term syllabus: (provided the PARCFEB has been passed and attendance of 70 per cent or more is demonstrated). The mark for the second term will be based on the theoretical exam plus continuous assessment.

• Exam on the theoretical content of the syllabus for the first and second terms: Students who have not completed the first-term syllabus in the PARCFEB will sit an exam, with the same format, covering the syllabus for the entire course. In this case, the continuous assessment for the first term will not be taken into account.

Extraordinary examination session: If a student passes either the theoretical or practical component in the ordinary examination session, this result will be carried over to the extraordinary examination session.

The mark for the January theoretical exam (PARCFEB) will NOT be carried over; therefore, the syllabus will not be divided by terms, and the assessment/theoretical exam to be taken will cover all the theoretical content of the course.

Exam covering the theoretical content of the entire module.

Practical component exam (LB): an exam comprising short-answer or multiple-choice questions.

The mark for the supplementary examination will be based on the theory exam (80% of the mark) plus the practical mark (20% of the mark). Students must have achieved a mark of 5 or above in both the theory and practical components. There will be no specific mark allocated for continuous assessment.

Bibliography

Essential:

1. Patton K,

Anatomy and Physiology

11th ed. Elsevier. 2023.

ISBN: 9788413825427

2. Tortora and Derrickson

Principles of Anatomy and Physiology

Editorial Medica Panamericana. 2021.

ISBN: 9788411060264

Supplementary:

3.- BEST-TAYLOR

PHYSIOLOGICAL BASES OF MEDICAL PRACTICE

14th ed. MEDICA PANAMERICANA. 2010.

ISBN: 978-950-06-02

4. D. U. Silverthorn,

Human Physiology: An Integrated Approach

Panamericana. 2013.

ISBN: 9786079356149

5. Guyton A. C.

Compendium of Medical Physiology

Elsevier. 2021.

ISBN: 9788491139546

6. MULRONEY

FUNDAMENTALS OF PHYSIOLOGY

1st ed. ELSEVIER MASSON. 2011.

ISBN: 9788445802007

Objectives

2.1. To gain an understanding of the biomedical sciences on which dentistry is based, in order to provide appropriate oral healthcare. Among other topics, this should include relevant content on:

- Embryology, anatomy, histology and physiology of the human body.

- Genetics, biochemistry, cellular and molecular biology.

- Microbiology and immunology.

2.2. To acquire knowledge of general disease processes, metabolic disorders and genetic disorders.

2.3. To acquire knowledge of and understand the structures and functions of microorganisms, the relationships between them and humans, and the diseases they cause, as well as to recognise and control them.

2.4. To acquire knowledge of general infection processes, and to understand the structures and functions of the body’s defences against microorganisms.

2.5. To acquire, develop and practise the skills required for laboratory work in biology, genetics, microbiology and immunology.

Prerequisites

Basic knowledge of biology and chemistry

Competencies

1.2. To understand the basic biomedical sciences on which dentistry is founded, in order to ensure proper oral and dental care.

1.3. To understand and recognise the normal structure and function of the stomatognathic system at the molecular, cellular, tissue and organ levels, throughout the different stages of life.

1.4. Understand the general processes of disease, including infection, inflammation, immune system disorders, degeneration, neoplasia, metabolic disorders and genetic disorders.

1.5. Understand the scientific method and possess the critical ability to evaluate established knowledge and new information. Be able to formulate hypotheses, and to collect and critically evaluate information for problem-solving, following the scientific method.

Learning outcomes

1. The student is familiar with infectious oral diseases, the microorganisms involved, the use of microbiological diagnostic techniques applied to dentistry, and the treatments and preventive measures to avoid communicable diseases.

2. Students are familiar with the structures and functions of the immune system’s defences against microorganisms.

3. Students are familiar with the appropriate scientific terminology and biomedical reasoning, enabling a better understanding of bio-health issues

Course content description

SUBJECT 5: MICROBIOLOGY AND IMMUNOLOGY

GENERAL OVERVIEW. Introduction to microbiology. The microbial world. Levels of cellular organisation. General bacteriology. Bacterial structure. Bacterial physiology. Metabolism. Growth and development. Bacterial genetics. Physical and chemical agents. The concepts of disinfection and sterilisation. Antimicrobials: antibiotics.

HOST-PARASITE RELATIONSHIP. Models. Normal flora. Colonisation. Pathogenicity and virulence. Factors determining pathogenic action. Penetration. Multiplication and invasion. Models of infection.

IMMUNOLOGY. General characteristics of the immune response. Cellular basis. Antigens. Cellular immune response. Humoral response: Antibodies. Complement. Antigen–antibody reactions. Immunity in infections.

AETIOLOGICAL AGENTS OF INFECTIONS. Genus Staphylococcus. Genus Streptococcus. Corynebacterium and others. Genus Neisseria. Enterobacteria. Pseudomonas and other Gram-negative bacteria. Anaerobic bacteria. Genus Actinomyces. Genus Mycobacterium. Spirochaetes. Treponema species of interest in dentistry.

VIROLOGY AND MYCOLOGY. Viruses. Morphology. Structure and chemical composition. Infectious cycle. Orthomyxoviruses and Paramyxoviruses. Herpesviruses, Adenoviruses. Hepatitis viruses. Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). General mycology. Pathogenic and opportunistic fungi. Cutaneous and mucosal mycoses. Antimicrobials II: Antivirals and antifungals.

DENTAL MICROBIOLOGY. Composition and ecology of the oral microbiota. Ecological determinants of the oral cavity. Dental plaque. Composition. Formation. Bacterial succession and plaque control. Microbiology of dental caries. Dental and systemic complications. Gingivitis and periodontitis: types, microorganisms involved. Infections of the oral mucosa and submucosa. Infectious complications of odontogenic origin.

LABORATORY: STANDARD MICROBIOLOGICAL PROCEDURES. Sample collection, inoculation, microscopic examination, culture, staining, susceptibility testing. Contribution to dental practice.

Training activities

1) LECTURES (SS): Explanation of theoretical principles, using IT tools. (1 hour per week)

2) ASSIGNMENTS (ASS): Presentation, study and discussion of case studies. Problem-solving. Presentation of assignments/case studies. (1 one-off hour)

3) LABORATORIES (LB): Practical application of the knowledge acquired in the laboratory. Acquisition of skills and competences. (1 hour per week)

4) VIRTUAL CAMPUS: Software, documentation, practical protocols, useful links, problem-solving, self-assessment tests, forums, blog, Wiki, notices.

5) TUTORIALS (individual and group): Guidance and clarification of queries. Supervision of assignments/case studies and presentations. Monitoring of learning progress.

6) INDEPENDENT STUDY: Study. Literature review. Preparation of assignments/case studies and presentations.

7) ASSESSMENT: Oral and written tests/exams, laboratory practical assessment tests. Continuous assessment.

Assessment system and criteria

Without prejudice to any other requirements that may be specified in the relevant course syllabus, as a general rule, failure to attend more than 70 per cent of the course’s teaching activities—which require the student’s physical or virtual presence—will result in the loss of the right to continuous assessment during the standard assessment period. In this case, the examination to be held during the official period set by the University will be the sole assessment criterion, with the weighting specified in the course syllabus.

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The following elements will be assessed:

• Laboratory practicals. These are compulsory. (Grades from 0 to 10. Weighting: 20% of the final course mark):

Acquisition of practical knowledge in microbiology and immunology, and development of skills in the use of equipment, laboratory materials and biosafety regulations. Practical workbook. Theoretical and practical assessment. Students’ knowledge will be assessed through two practical exercises; one carried out in the first term (10% of the final course mark), and another in the second term (10% of the final course mark). Students are permitted to sit these practical exercises only once per term; in all cases, an examination will be held on the final day of the laboratory practicals.

Laboratory practicals are compulsory for all enrolled students; therefore, students who have not attended the practical sessions must sit an examination on the theoretical content of these sessions, in which they must demonstrate that they have acquired the practical competences required for this module (practical skills and abilities in microbiology, handling of laboratory equipment and materials, and laboratory biosafety regulations), as well as being able to answer any questions on this subject put to them by the lecturers.

-Students who did not attend the microbiology practical sessions will have one ordinary examination session (JUNE) and one supplementary session (JULY) in which to sit the practical examinations.

-Students who have not undertaken the practical sessions during any of the first and/or second term examination periods will not be eligible for continuous assessment for the module; in order to pass the module, they must sit and pass an examination during the June or July examination periods.

• Course activities. Continuous Assessment (Grades from 0 to 10. Weighting: 10% of the final course mark):

o Critical workshops (reading and discussion of academic papers).

o Bibliographic research. In-class presentations and group work

o Regular assessments of knowledge acquisition.

o Attitude, attendance, punctuality, participation, engagement and

collaboration in Session classes (previously known as Lectures), Project classes (previously known as Seminars) and tutorials.

• Final theoretical assessment/exam in May–June (accounting for 70% of the final mark for the module):

In May–June, students will sit the final theory exam. However, during the academic year, a mid-term exam (which counts towards the final mark) will be held in the January–February session (1P) and another exam will be held during the May–June session (2P). To pass the module, students must pass (with a minimum mark of 5 out of 10) the mid-term exams (mid-term exams are waived with a mark of 6 out of 10) that are set, or the comprehensive exam in May–June (1P+2P) must be passed with a minimum mark of 5.

Exams held during the official examination period may be oral and/or written, comprising multiple-choice questions and/or short-answer questions and/or long-answer questions and/or essay questions and/or problems and/or practical tasks. The details of the exam will be announced when the official examination schedule is published.

Students who did not attend the practical sessions, or those who, having attended them, have failed any of the practical sessions (a mark of less than 5 points), will have the opportunity to retake them during the ordinary (JUNE) and/or extraordinary (JULY) examination sessions, by means of a comprehensive written examination in a format similar to that used in the practical sessions.

In May–June, the final mark for the module will be calculated as follows: the marks for the first and second term practical sessions, or, failing that, the marks for the practical examinations held in May–June (20 per cent of the final mark) + the marks for continuous assessment in the first and second terms (10% of the final mark) + the mark for the comprehensive theory exam in June (70% of the final mark); or, 70 per cent of the average mark for the qualifying examinations (1P and 2P), both of which must have been passed with a mark of 5 points or higher.

In July, there will be a supplementary session for the theoretical and practical examinations, with similar arrangements to those described for June. To pass the module, students must achieve a minimum mark of 5 points in the assessments held during this session. For this supplementary session, the final mark will consist solely of the mark obtained in the examination.

Bibliography

Core:

1. Liébana Ureña, José

Oral Microbiology

Madrid: McGraw-Hill Interamericana de España, 200. 2002.

ISBN: 8448604601

2. Negroni M

Stomatological Microbiology

Panamericana. 2008.

ISBN: 9500615843

3. Rosa Fraile, Handbook of

Microbiology in Health Sciences: Concepts and Applications

2nd ed. Madrid [etc.]: Elsevier, 2003.

ISBN: 8481746738

Objectives

- To understand basic psychological processes (learning, memory, perception, emotion, motivation, personality)

- To acquire knowledge of developmental psychology

- To understand the defining characteristics of the main psychopathological disorders

- To understand the basic principles of social behaviour

- To understand psychological intervention techniques for managing different patients

Prerequisites

• No prerequisites have been set

Competencies

1. The ability to work in a holistic, tolerant, non-judgemental, caring and sensitive manner, ensuring that the rights, beliefs and wishes of different individuals or groups are not compromised.

2. The ability to educate, facilitate, support and promote the health, wellbeing and comfort of groups and individuals whose lives are affected by ill health, suffering, illness, disability and death.

3. To identify people’s psychosocial responses to different health situations (in particular, illness and suffering), and to select appropriate actions to provide support in such situations.

4. To understand and identify the psychological and physical problems arising from gender-based violence, in order to equip students with the skills for the prevention, early detection, care and rehabilitation of victims of this form of violence

5. The ability to adapt their role in order to respond effectively to the needs of the population or patients. Where necessary and appropriate, to be able to challenge existing systems in order to meet the needs of the population and patients.

6. The ability to respond to patients’ needs by planning, delivering services and evaluating the most appropriate individualised care programmes in collaboration with the patient, their carers and families, and other health or social care professionals.

7. The ability to question, evaluate, interpret and synthesise a range of information and data sources to facilitate the patient’s decision-making.

8. The ability to uphold the patient’s dignity, privacy and confidentiality.

9. The ability to respond to personal needs throughout the life cycle and in the context of health or illness. For example, pain, life choices, disability or the process of impending death.

10. The ability to inform, educate and supervise patients, carers and their families.

11. Relevant knowledge and the ability to apply social, behavioural and health sciences.

12. Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families and social groups.

13. Ability to use counselling skills appropriately.

14. Ability to identify and manage challenging behaviours.

Learning outcomes

1. To understand psychological functions, their disturbances and their development throughout the life cycle.

2. Be able to develop communication skills at both the interpersonal level and within large and small groups.

3. To understand the foundations of the therapeutic relationship and to explore the various psychosocial intervention techniques that are useful in the Health Sciences.

Course content

• Traditional and contemporary models of health.

Psychology, scientific methodology, areas of knowledge and application. Different schools of psychology.

Study of psychological functions, their disturbances and their development throughout the life cycle.

Basic knowledge of mental health.

• Explores communication in depth, both at an interpersonal level and within large and small groups.

• Lays the foundations for the therapeutic relationship and covers the various psychosocial intervention techniques that are useful in the health sciences.

Training activities

1) LECTURES (SS): Explanation of theoretical principles, using IT tools. (1 hour per week)

2) ASSIGNMENTS (ASS): Presentation, study and discussion of case studies. Problem-solving. Presentation of assignments/case studies. (1 one-off hour)

3) VIRTUAL CAMPUS: Programmes, documentation, practical protocols, useful links, problem-solving, self-assessment tests, forums, blog, Wiki, notices.

4) TUTORIALS (individual and group): Guidance and clarification of queries. Supervision of assignments/case studies and presentations. Monitoring of learning progress.

5) INDEPENDENT STUDY: Study. Literature review. Preparation of assignments/case studies and presentations.

6) ASSESSMENT: Oral and written tests/exams, laboratory practical assessment tests. Continuous assessment.

Assessment system and criteria

Without prejudice to any other requirements that may be specified in the relevant course syllabus, as a general rule, failure to attend more than 70 per cent of the course’s teaching activities—which require the student’s physical or virtual presence—will result in the loss of the right to continuous assessment during the standard examination period. In this case, the examination to be held during the official period set by the University will be the sole assessment criterion, with the weighting specified in the course syllabus.

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REGULAR EXAMINATION PERIOD IN JUNE:

Assessment for the module will consist of:

- 2 compulsory exams in the official February and June examination sessions, which will account for 60% of the final mark. To calculate the average of both exams, both parts must be passed.

The exam will consist of 50 random multiple-choice questions with four answer options. Correct answers are worth one mark; incorrect answers result in a deduction of one-third of a mark.

Students who do not pass the February sitting must sit the entire course in the May sitting. They will sit two exams (1st and 2nd terms), from which an average will be calculated.

- ASSIGNMENT linking aspects of psychology and dentistry, which will account for 10 per cent of the final mark

- 2 non-eliminatory tests, one per term, each accounting for 5 per cent.

Each test will consist of 20 random multiple-choice questions with four answer options. Correct answers are worth one mark; incorrect answers result in a deduction of one-third of a mark.

- Class attendance and seminar participation: 20 per cent

JULY SUPPLEMENTARY EXAM SESSION:

- ONE EXAM, which will account for 100% of the final course mark

The entire course content from the first and second terms will be covered in a single exam.

The exam will consist of 50 random multiple-choice questions with four answer options. Correct answers are worth one mark; incorrect answers result in a deduction of one-third of a mark.

Reading list

Essential reading:

1. ALONSO GARCIA, JOSE IGNACIO

Psychology

McGraw-Hill. 2012.

ISBN: 9788448180607

2. Fuentenebro, F.

Medical Psychology, Psychopathology and Psychiatry

McGraw-Hill. 1990.

ISBN: 8476155883

3. Llor Esteban, Bartolomé

Psychosocial Sciences Applied to Health

Madrid [etc.]: McGraw-Hill Interamericana, 1996. 1998.

ISBN: 8448601254

4. Vallejo Ruiloba

An Introduction to Psychopathology and Psychiatry

Barcelona [etc.]: Masson, 2003. 2003.

ISBN: 8445811312

Objectives

GENERAL AND SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES

General Competencies:

CG.7. To promote independent learning of new knowledge and techniques, as well as a commitment to quality.

CG.8. Be able to share information with other healthcare professionals and work as part of a team.

CG.9. To understand the importance of maintaining and using patient records for subsequent analysis, whilst preserving the confidentiality of the data.

CG18 – To be familiar with, critically evaluate and know how to use clinical and biomedical information sources to obtain, organise,

interpret and communicate scientific and healthcare information.

CG19 – Understand the scientific method and possess the critical capacity to evaluate established knowledge and new information. Be able to formulate hypotheses, collect and critically evaluate information for problem-solving, following the scientific method.

CG29 – Recognise the determinants of oral health in the population, including genetic factors as well as those related to lifestyle, demographics, the environment, social, economic, psychological and cultural factors.

CG30 – Recognise the role of the dentist in the prevention and protection against oral diseases, as well as in the maintenance and promotion of health, at both individual and community levels.

CG31 – Be familiar with the National Health System, as well as the basic aspects of health legislation, clinical management and the appropriate use of health resources, understanding the importance of the dentist’s role within the Primary Health Care sector.

Cross-cutting Competencies:

1. Ability to analyse and synthesise information.

2. Organisational and planning skills.

3. Oral and written communication in the native language.

4. Knowledge of a foreign language.

5. IT skills relevant to the field of study.

6. Ability to manage information.

7. Problem-solving and decision-making.

Specific Competences:

CMII.01 – Understanding the scientific method and possessing the critical ability to evaluate established knowledge and new information.

CMII.05 – Understanding clinical and laboratory diagnostic procedures and tests, recognising their diagnostic reliability and validity, and being competent in interpreting their results.

CMII.18 - Understand the implications of demographic and epidemiological trends for dental practice.

Competencies

1. To understand the scientific method and possess the critical thinking skills to evaluate established knowledge and new information.

2. Understand the scientific principles of sterilisation, disinfection and antisepsis necessary to prevent cross-infection in dental practice.

3. Understand the dangers of ionising radiation and its effects on biological tissues, as well as the legislation governing its use. Manage oral radiodiagnostic facilities

4. To take the X-rays required in dental practice, interpret the images obtained and be familiar with other relevant diagnostic imaging techniques

To understand and recognise the social and psychological aspects relevant to the treatment of patients.

5 – Be able to apply the principles of anxiety and stress management to oneself, to patients and to other

members of the dental team.

6 – Understand the importance of practising professionally whilst respecting the patient’s autonomy, beliefs and

culture.

7 - To promote independent learning of new knowledge and techniques, as well as a commitment to quality

8 - Be able to share information with other healthcare professionals and work as part of a team.

9 - Understand the importance of maintaining and using patient records for subsequent analysis,

whilst preserving the confidentiality of the data.

10 - Recognise and identify the psychological and physical problems arising from gender-based violence, in order to equip

students in the prevention, early detection, care and rehabilitation of victims of this form of violence

11 - To understand and recognise the biomaterials sciences essential to dental practice, as well as the

of any potential allergies to them.

12 - To understand and recognise the principles of ergonomics and health and safety at work (including cross-infection control,

radiation protection, and occupational and biological diseases).

13 - To be familiar with, critically evaluate and know how to use clinical and biomedical information sources to obtain, organise,

interpret and communicate scientific and health-related information.

14 - Understand the scientific method and possess the critical ability to evaluate established knowledge and

. Be able to formulate hypotheses, collect and critically evaluate information for problem-solving,

following the scientific method.

15 - Be able to obtain and compile a clinical record containing all relevant information.

16 – Be able to carry out a comprehensive oral examination, including the appropriate radiographic and supplementary examinations

, as well as obtaining appropriate clinical referrals

17 – Recognise the determinants of oral health in the population, including both genetic and lifestyle-related factors,

demographic, environmental, social, economic, psychological and cultural factors.

18 – Recognise the dentist’s role in the prevention and protection against oral diseases, as well as in the

maintenance and promotion of health, at both individual and community levels.

19 - Understand the National Health Service, as well as the basic aspects of health legislation, clinical management and the

of health resources, whilst understanding the importance of the dentist’s role within the Primary Health Care

Health.

Learning outcomes

1. The student critically evaluates articles and information using the scientific method.

2. The student applies methods of sterilisation, disinfection and antisepsis for preventive purposes.

3. Students will be familiar with radiographic techniques and other relevant diagnostic imaging techniques.

4. Students will be able to use photographs as an important component of the patient’s medical history.

5. Students will take the X-rays required for dental practice and interpret the images obtained.

6. Students will be able to manage oral radiodiagnostic facilities.

7. Students will be able to correctly interpret the results of diagnostic tests and procedures.

8. Students will be able to recognise normal and pathological oral conditions, as well as to evaluate clinical signs.

9. The student is competent in compiling a general clinical history of the patient and a clinical record that accurately reflects the patient’s records, identifying

the main reason for the consultation and monitoring and tracking the history of the current illness.

10. The student is familiar with the behavioural sciences and communication skills required for dental practice.

11. The student is able to handle, distinguish between and select the appropriate materials and instruments used in dentistry.

12. The student is familiar with and knows how to use the equipment required for dental practice.

13. The student is familiar with dental biomaterials: their handling, properties and environmental impact.

14. The student is familiar with the National Health Service, the basic aspects of health legislation, clinical management and the appropriate use of resources.

15. Students are competent in applying the principles of ergonomics in dental work, both individually and as part of a team.

16. The student is familiar with the principles of occupational risk prevention associated with dental practice.

17. The student is competent in providing a holistic approach to oral care and in applying the principles of health promotion and the prevention

of oral diseases.

18. The student is competent in educating and motivating patients regarding the prevention of oral diseases, monitoring

, instructing them on proper oral hygiene, dietary and nutritional measures and, in short, on all methods of

maintaining oral health.

19. The student knows how to inform, motivate and educate patients to give up smoking by developing prevention programmes.

20. The student is familiar with the procedures aimed at assessing the oral health of the community.

21. The student understands the implications of demographic and epidemiological trends for dental practice, and is able to develop and implement

and understanding the inter-institutional and inter-professional coordination required for their implementation.

22. The student will have knowledge of the application of the legal and administrative aspects of management and clinical practice.

23. The student is familiar with the organisation, remit and functions of professional bodies.

24. The student completes all types of medical and legal documents and records.

25. Students will understand the role of the dentist within the healthcare professions, working as part of a team with other healthcare professionals and other members

of the dental team.

26. Students will recognise that the patient is the focus of care and that all interactions, including prevention, diagnosis, planning and

treatment delivery and maintenance, must be in the patient’s best interests, avoiding any form of discrimination and respecting confidentiality.

27. The student is competent in showing respect for patients and colleagues without prejudice relating to gender, diversity of background and opportunity,

language or culture.

28. The student is competent in recognising and taking appropriate action in response to misconduct by other healthcare professionals and in supporting their

patients.

29. The student is competent in identifying signs and behaviours that suggest the possible existence of abuse.

30. The student will undertake clinical placements, applying their knowledge of prevention and oral health.

Course content description

1. Scientific research and methodology in health sciences: an introduction to research and research protocols.

2. Descriptive statistics: types of data, classification and tabulation, graphical representation of data. Quantitative and categorical variables.

3. Descriptive statistics: description of quantitative data.

4. Descriptive statistics: description of categorical data.

5. Inferential statistics: confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, significance testing, parametric tests and non-parametric tests.

6. Inferential statistics: comparison of two proportions, measures of association and chi-squared tests.

7. Inferential statistics: comparison of two means, comparison of multiple means and analysis of paired data.

8. Correlation, linear regression, logistic regression and survival analysis.

9. Scientific research designs: types of study and the hierarchy of evidence.

10. Scientific research designs: observational studies. Cohort studies, case-control studies and cross-sectional studies.

11. Scientific research designs: experimental and quasi-experimental studies, clinical trials and randomisation.

12. Diagnostic tests. Questionnaire design and validation.

13. Scientific documentation: sources of knowledge, literature searches and databases.

14. Scientific writing: the original article, managing bibliographic references, evidence-based dentistry and medicine, review articles (systematic reviews and meta-analyses), reading a scientific article, oral presentations and poster presentations.

Training activities

1) LECTURES (SS): Explanation of theoretical principles, using IT tools. (2 hours per week)

3) LABORATORIES (LB): Practical application of the knowledge acquired in the laboratory. Development of skills and competencies. (2 hours per week)

4) VIRTUAL CAMPUS: Software, documentation, practical protocols, useful links, problem-solving, self-assessment tests, forums, blog, Wiki, notices.

5) TUTORIALS (individual and group): Guidance and clarification of queries. Supervision of assignments/case studies and presentations. Monitoring of learning progress.

6) INDEPENDENT STUDY: Study. Literature review. Preparation of assignments/case studies and presentations.

7) ASSESSMENT: Oral and written tests/exams, laboratory practical assessment tests. Continuous assessment.

Assessment system and criteria

Without prejudice to any other requirements that may be specified in the relevant course syllabus, as a general rule, failure to attend more than 70 per cent of the course’s teaching activities—which require the student’s physical or virtual presence—will result in the loss of the right to continuous assessment during the standard examination period. In this case, the examination to be held during the official period set by the University will be the sole assessment criterion, with the weighting specified in the course syllabus.

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ASSESSMENT SYSTEMS (in %)

1. 20% Laboratory assessment

2. 20% Course activities: Critical workshops (reading and discussion, academic papers). Literature reviews. Regular assessments of knowledge acquisition. Attitude, attendance, punctuality, participation, engagement and collaboration in seminars and tutorials.

3 60%. Assessment Test/Final Theoretical Examination

To pass the module, students must:

1. Have successfully completed all scheduled learning activities.

2. To have achieved a positive continuous assessment mark.

3. Have completed all laboratory practicals.

4. Have passed the practical assessment tests/exams (LB).

5. Have attended 80 per cent of classes

Addendum

TRAINING ACTIVITIES

Lectures (26 hours, 100% face-to-face)

Practical laboratory sessions (60 hours, 100% face-to-face)

Independent study (60 hours, 0% face-to-face)

Individual and group tutorials (2 hours, 100% face-to-face)

Assessment (2 hours, 100% face-to-face)

BIBLIOGRAPHY:

1. Altman DG. Practical statistics for medical research. London: Chapman and Hall; 1991.

2. Sheskin DJ. Handbook of Parametric and Nonparametric Statistical Procedures, 2nd ed.

Boca Raton, Florida: Chapman & Hall/CRC; 2000.

3. Colton T. Statistics in medicine. Barcelona: Salvat; 1979.

4. Delgado M, Llorca J, Doménech JM. Scientific Research: Methodological

and statistical foundations. Barcelona: Graunt 21; 2022.

5. Lang TA, Altman DG. Basic statistical reporting for articles published in clinical medical

journals: the SAMPL Guidelines. In: Smart P, Maisonneuve H, Polderman A (eds).

Science Editors’ Handbook, European Association of Science Editors, 2013

6. Rothman KJ, Greenland S, Lash TL. Modern Epidemiology. 3rd ed. Philadelphia:

Lippincott Williams & Wilkins; 2008.

Bibliography

Basic:

1. Hernández-Aguado

Manual of Epidemiology and Public Health

Panamericana. 2011.

ISBN: 9788498353587

2. Martínez González, M.A.

Biostatistics Made Easy: StudentConsult in Spanish, 3rd ed.

Elsevier. 2014.

ISBN: 9788490225004

3. Morton, Richard F.

Biostatistics and Epidemiology: with 125 multiple-choice questions

Mexico: McGraw Hill – Interamericana, 1993. 1999.

ISBN: 9682518946

Objectives

To provide an introduction to the specialist English used in the Health Sciences and Dentistry. To develop comprehension and expression skills, both oral and written, with an emphasis on reading and understanding texts related to medicine and dentistry. To teach grammar and vocabulary relating to oral health and communication with patients.

Prerequisites

Modern Language (Level B1)

Competencies

Ability to communicate orally in the foreign language, using both dentistry-specific English and general English, as required by the context.

Ability to communicate in writing in English specific to the health sciences.

Ability to understand spoken discourse, both specialised and non-specialised, within the field of dentistry. 

Ability to understand texts written in English specific to dentistry. 

Learning outcomes

1. Understanding and use of English specific to the health sciences and dentistry at an intermediate level.

2. Knowledge of medical and healthcare vocabulary and terminology related to the health sciences and dentistry in English.

3. Ability to distinguish between specialised English and general English.

4. Knowledge of how plurals are formed in medical terms of Greco-Latin origin.

5. Ability to conduct a simple interview with a patient and take notes using the most common medical abbreviations in English.

6. Understanding of and familiarity with certain types of medical and healthcare texts in English (medical history, clinical records, medication leaflets, research articles, descriptive texts on medical conditions, etc.).

Course content

Introduction to medical terminology in English.

Oral presentation on a topic related to dentistry.

Compiling a medical record.

Common abbreviations in medical English.

Describing pain or other problems in English.

Distinguishing between terms specific to health sciences and those used in general English.

Giving instructions and examining a patient.

Providing explanations, reassuring a patient, and giving warnings and advice.

This module will focus particularly on individual expression (spoken and written), the communication process (speaking and listening), the correct use of spoken and written language (accuracy, coherence and appropriateness, lexical accuracy, spelling, vocabulary, pronunciation and creativity) and reading texts (reading, comprehension and critical thinking).

Learning activities

The learning activities designed to enable students to acquire the intended competences will be as follows:

1) Seminars. The seminars consist of three main types of activities: presentation activities, practice activities and oral and written production activities. All of these will be carried out under the supervision of the lecturer and will be tailored to the required language level.

1a) Presentation activities:

These introduce new functional content and, consequently, the vocabulary and grammar that students must acquire. Types of introductory activities:

• Reading texts adapted to the required level and completing comprehension tasks based on them.

• Listening comprehension tasks related to professional and/or everyday situations, adapted to the required level of foreign language proficiency.

1b) Practice activities:

These involve practising the content previously introduced in class. Types of practice activities:

• Activities and tasks for practising and reinforcing grammar or vocabulary.

• Tasks involving identifying differences in information, based on guidelines set by the teacher and in accordance with the required level of foreign language proficiency.

• Tasks involving the development of an oral scenario based on guidelines set by the teacher and in line with the required level of foreign language proficiency.

• Individual or group work.

1c) Production activities:

In these, the student must produce spoken or written texts using the content previously presented and practised, according to their language level. Types of production activities:

• Writing tasks appropriate to the required level of foreign language proficiency.

• Tasks involving distinguishing between pieces of information, which are more challenging than those carried out in the practice activities, based on guidelines set by the teacher.

• Individual or group oral presentations.

• Tasks involving the development of an oral scenario based on guidelines set by the teacher.

2) Language lab activities. Students must attend the language lab, with or without the teacher’s supervision.

3) Students’ independent study. This will take place either individually or in study groups.

4) Assessment tests.

Assessment system and criteria

Without prejudice to any other requirements that may be specified in the relevant course syllabus, as a general rule, failure to attend more than 70 per cent of the course’s teaching activities—which require the student’s physical or virtual presence—will result in the loss of the right to continuous assessment during the standard examination period. In this case, the examination to be held during the official period set by the University will be the sole assessment criterion, with the weighting specified in the course syllabus.

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ASSESSMENT SYSTEM

The assessment process will be carried out taking into account the intended learning outcomes. To this end, assessments will be used that follow the learning process and capture the skills the student acquires as they progress.

These assessments aim to evaluate the four language skills (reading comprehension, listening comprehension, written expression and oral expression), as well as the lexical and grammatical content necessary to put into practice the functional content to be achieved, in accordance with the level of the foreign language being studied.

These tests will consist of several of the following assessment activities, which will enable the degree to which the objectives have been achieved to be determined:

• Written composition tasks.

• Written tests involving filling in the blanks, true or false questions and answering questions.

• Reading and reading comprehension exercises.

• Vocabulary and grammar exercises.

• Listening comprehension tests.

• Oral expression tests.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

1.1. REGULAR EXAM SESSION

1.1.1. Written component (Total 60%):

- An initial written test (vocabulary and terminology from the booklet and the first units of the Dentistry textbook): 20%.

VERY IMPORTANT: The mark for this test will only be counted if the student has attended 70 per cent of classes THROUGHOUT THE ENTIRE COURSE.

- Compulsory final theory exam, covering the content of the booklet and the ‘Dentistry’ textbook: 40%.

VERY IMPORTANT: This exam will take place on the scheduled date. Students will not be able to pass the module if they do not sit this exam.

1.1.2. Oral component (Total 40%):

-A compulsory oral assessment, consisting of an oral presentation on a topic related to dentistry: 30%.

VERY IMPORTANT: This assessment MUST ALWAYS be completed BEFORE the end of the first term’s classes.

- Oral participation in class: 10%.

The dates of these assessments will be announced in advance by the lecturer. All of them (except for the final theory exam, which will take place in the classroom allocated for the ordinary examination session) will be held in the usual classroom, unless the lecturer announces otherwise at the appropriate time.

Any student with more than 30% of absences will lose the right to sit the first written test and, if they have already sat it, the mark obtained in that test will NOT be counted; therefore, the highest mark they can achieve at the end of the course will be 8.

1.2. Type of assessment

1.2.1. Written examinations

The written examinations will include questions on vocabulary, medical terminology of Greco-Latin origin, medical abbreviations, the formation of plurals of certain medical terms, etc. There may also be reading comprehension exercises, short essays, sentence completion exercises, etc.

1.2.2. Oral examination

Students will be required to give an oral presentation on a topic related to dentistry.

VERY IMPORTANT: You cannot pass the module in the ordinary examination session:

-If neither the oral examination nor the final theoretical examination has been taken. The oral examination MUST ALWAYS be taken BEFORE the end of the first term’s classes.

-If the AVERAGE MARK for the oral examination and the final theoretical examination is below 5.

2. EXTRAORDINARY EXAMINATION SESSION

2.1. Final exam:

Final exam: 100%

This is divided into:

Written part: 70%

Oral component: 30%

2.2. Type of examination

2.2.1. Written section

The written exam will include questions on vocabulary, medical terminology of Greco-Latin origin, medical abbreviations, the formation of plurals of certain medical terms, etc. There may also be reading comprehension exercises, short essays, sentence completion exercises, etc.

2.2.2. Oral section

Students will be required to give an oral presentation on a topic related to dentistry.

VERY IMPORTANT: You cannot pass the module in the resit sitting:

- If neither the oral nor the written part of the final exam has been taken.

- If the AVERAGE MARK for both parts is below 5.

Furthermore, for those students who must sit the resit examination because they did not pass during the main examination period, the mark for the oral examination (if passed) will be retained.

Timetable

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Bibliography

Essential:

1. Virginia Evans, Jenny Dooley, James Caldwell

Career Paths: Dentistry Student’s Book

Express Publishing. 2018.

ISBN: 9781471562563

Supplementary:

2. Johannsen, K., et al.

English for Health Sciences

Cengage Learning. 2006.

ISBN: 9781413020519

Other:

3.- Eric H. Glendinning, Beverly Holmström

English in Medicine 3rd Student’s Book: A Course in Communication Skills

Cambridge University Press. 2005.

ISBN: 9780521606660

Objectives

- The general objective is to provide dentistry students with the methodological foundations of public health.

- The specific objectives are to identify health issues to be investigated, taking into account their importance and relevance, and to manage the data obtained from health sciences research studies in order to address, from both a clinical and a health planning perspective, the health issue that forms the subject of the study.

Prerequisites

Basic knowledge of biostatistics and epidemiology

Competencies

GENERAL:

- To promote independent learning of new knowledge and techniques, as well as a commitment to quality.

- Be able to share information with other healthcare professionals and work as part of a team.

SPECIFIC:

- To be familiar with the National Health Service, as well as the basic aspects of healthcare legislation, clinical management and the appropriate use of healthcare resources, whilst understanding the importance of the dentist’s role within Primary Healthcare.

Learning outcomes

1. The student critically evaluates articles and information using the scientific method.

2. Students understand the implications of demographic and epidemiological trends for dental practice, developing and implementing oral health programmes and understanding the inter-institutional and inter-professional coordination required for their implementation.

3. Students will recognise that the patient is the centre of care and that all interactions – including prevention, diagnosis, treatment planning and delivery, and maintenance – must be in the patient’s best interests, avoiding any form of discrimination and respecting confidentiality.

4. Students are competent in treating patients and colleagues with respect, free from prejudice based on gender, diversity of background and opportunity, language or culture.

5. Students are competent in identifying signs and behaviours that suggest the possible existence of abuse.

Description of the content

SESSION SYLLABUS

Topic 1. Health and health determinants

Topic 2. Public health

Topic 3. Disease and levels of prevention

Topic 4. Health education

Topic 5. Health promotion and strategies

Topic 6. Dental plaque. Risk factors for tooth decay

Topic 7. Objectives of the oral health unit

Topic 8. Paediatric dental care

Topic 9. Immunity and Vaccines

Topic 10. Infectious diseases

LABORATORY SYLLABUS

- Preventive healthcare in childhood and adolescence

- Health promotion in adults

- Health promotion for women

- Health promotion in older people

- Epidemiology and prevention of drug dependence in both non-institutionalised and institutionalised settings

- Oral health in adults and older people. Prevention and care for comprehensive treatment

Training activities

1) LECTURES (SS): Explanation of theoretical principles, using IT tools. (1 hour per week)

2) LABORATORIES (LB): Practical application of the knowledge acquired in a laboratory setting. Development of skills and competencies. (1 hour per week)

3) VIRTUAL CAMPUS: Programmes, documentation, practical protocols, useful links, problem-solving, self-assessment tests, forums, blog, Wiki, notices.

4) TUTORIALS (individual and group): Guidance and clarification of queries. Supervision of assignments/case studies and presentations. Monitoring of learning progress.

5) INDEPENDENT STUDY: Study. Literature review. Preparation of assignments/case studies and presentations.

6) ASSESSMENT: Oral and written tests/exams, laboratory practical assessment tests. Continuous assessment.

Assessment system and criteria

Without prejudice to any other requirements that may be specified in the relevant course syllabus, as a general rule, failure to attend more than 70 per cent of the course’s teaching activities—which require the student’s physical or virtual presence—will result in the loss of the right to continuous assessment during the standard examination period. In this case, the examination to be held during the official period set by the University will be the sole assessment criterion, with the weighting specified in the course syllabus.

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The module is divided into two parts:

1. Sessions (Theory). A Continuous Assessment Test (CEC) will be held during the semester. This test will account for 10 per cent of the final mark for the module.

2. Laboratories. During the course, students will undertake a project, on which they will be required to give an oral presentation in class; this will account for 20 per cent of the final mark for the module.

Class attendance (80%), as well as a participatory and responsible attitude in class, will be viewed favourably in the Continuous Assessment.

OFFICIAL EXAM SESSION (JANUARY)

- In the Official Examination Period for the module (January), an exam will be held covering the syllabus taught in the sessions, which will account for 70% of the final mark for the module. If students pass this exam with a mark of 5 or above, the final mark for the module will be calculated as follows:

FINAL MARK: 70% of the mark obtained in the January Ordinary Examination + 20% of the work completed during the Laboratory + 10% of the mark for the Assessment (CEC)

- Students whose final mark is 5 or above will have passed the module.

- Students who fail or do not sit the January exam will fail the module and will have to sit the exam in the July supplementary sitting.

EXTRAORDINARY EXAMINATION SESSION (JULY)

- In the Extraordinary Examination Session for the module (July), an exam covering the entire syllabus taught during the sessions will be held. The student’s final mark for this session will be the mark obtained in that exam. Students whose final mark is 5 or above will have passed the module.

Addendum

FORMAT OF PUBLIC HEALTH EXAMS

The exam consists of 30 multiple-choice questions, each with four options, of which only one is correct. Correct answers are worth 1 mark; incorrect answers result in a deduction of -0.33 marks; and unanswered questions do not result in a deduction. Students must obtain half the total marks available on the exam to pass (a mark of 5 out of 10).

Bibliography

Essential reading:

1. Emili Cuenca Sala; Pilar Baca García

Preventive and Community Dentistry

Elsevier Masson. 2013.

ISBN: 9788445822036

2. Hernández-Aguado

Manual of Epidemiology and Public Health

Panamericana. 2011.

ISBN: 9788498353587

Objectives

To be proficient in the use of modern means of communication, including electronic, verbal and written forms.

Skills

List of general competences:

CG1 To understand the essential elements of the dental profession, including ethical principles and legal responsibilities.

CG7 To promote independent learning of new knowledge and techniques, as well as a commitment to quality.

CG8 Be able to share information with other healthcare professionals and work as part of a team.

CG18 To understand, critically evaluate and know how to use clinical and biomedical information sources to obtain, organise, interpret and communicate scientific and healthcare information.

CG19 Understand the scientific method and possess the critical ability to evaluate established knowledge and new information. Be able to formulate hypotheses, collect and critically evaluate information for problem-solving, following the scientific method.

List of specific competences:

CMVI.01 Acquire skills in the use of diagnostic imaging techniques.

CMVI.02 Be competent in the use of current means of communication, including electronic, verbal and written forms.

CMVI.03 Be competent in the use of Spanish to understand and communicate in this language, both in writing and orally, in matters relating to the health sciences.

CMVI.04 Be competent in the use of written and/or digital texts in one’s own language or in English.

CMVI.05 Be competent in using the Internet as a source of information.

CMVI.06 Be familiar with and able to use the most widely used databases in the field of health sciences.

CMVI.07 Be competent in assessing the validity of claims regarding the benefits attributed to various instruments, products and techniques.

CMVI.08 Be competent in evaluating published basic scientific research and clinical studies, and in integrating this information to improve the patient’s oral health.

CMVI.09 Understand the importance of intellectual rigour and the capacity for self-criticism.

CMVI.10 To understand and apply techniques for the layout, editing, sharing and distribution of digital content.

CMVI.11 Be competent in creating presentations to defend ideas and projects.

CMVI.12 Be competent in planning and organising the tasks and work carried out.

CMVI.13 Be competent in the critical interpretation of scientific texts.

CMVI.14 Be competent in the methodology for conducting a clinical trial and be familiar with the regulations governing them.

CMVI.15 Be competent in the use of contemporary information technologies, in the use of search and retrieval systems for biomedical research, and in the management of clinical documentation procedures

Learning outcomes

1. Understanding and use of Spanish in the health sciences.

2. Knowledge of the most common terms and expressions in the field of health.

3. Translation of scientific texts written in Spanish.

4. Drafting reports and other medical records in a clear and comprehensible manner.

5. Reading and critically analysing a scientific text.

6. Preparing and presenting a historical-medical paper in seminar format.

7. Search digital media for articles and relevant information on topics related to the health sciences.

8. Access electronic databases to compile texts.

9. Produce reports analysing information and data to support an idea or project.

10. Produce professional layouts, using IT, for various health sciences content.

11. Understand the scientific method.

12. Possess the critical thinking skills to evaluate established knowledge and new information.

Description of the course content

THEORETICAL PROGRAMME

• INTRODUCTION TO HUMAN COMMUNICATION

- THEORETICAL FOUNDATIONS: INFORMATION, COMMUNICATION AND RELATIONSHIPS; CALCULATING THE TRANSMISSION OF INFORMATION.

- ELEMENTS OF COMMUNICATION: MATERIAL AND IMMATERIAL.

- SYSTEMIC PRINCIPLES OF HUMAN COMMUNICATION. RELATIONAL AND INFORMATIONAL DIMENSIONS.

- INTRODUCTION TO PRAGMATIC CONCEPTS: SPEECH ACTS, THE PRINCIPLE OF COOPERATION, INFERENCE, THE THEORY OF RELEVANCE.

- TYPES AND BARRIERS TO COMMUNICATION.

• COMMUNICATION AND HEALTH

- COMMUNICATION IN HEALTHCARE SETTINGS: GENERAL INFORMATION DOCUMENTS FOR PATIENTS AND RECORDS DERIVED FROM CLINICAL AND HOME CARE INTERVENTIONS.

- TYPES OF DERIVED WRITTEN RECORDS.

• ORAL COMMUNICATION IN MEDICINE

- INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION AND RELATIONSHIPS WITH PATIENTS.

- INTERVIEW TECHNIQUES.

- TEAMWORK.

- EFFECTIVE PRESENTATIONS.

• WRITTEN COMMUNICATION IN MEDICINE

- PROFESSIONAL WRITING.

- ACADEMIC AND MEDICAL WRITING.

- TERMINOLOGY AND GRAMMAR CHECKS.

Training activities

1) LECTURES (SS): Explanation of theoretical principles, using IT tools. (2 hours per week)

3) LABORATORY SESSIONS (LB): Practical application of the knowledge acquired in the laboratory. Development of skills and competencies. (2 hours per week)

4) VIRTUAL CAMPUS: Software, documentation, practical protocols, useful links, problem-solving, self-assessment tests, forums, blog, Wiki, notices.

5) TUTORIALS (individual and group): Guidance and clarification of queries. Supervision of assignments/case studies and presentations. Monitoring of learning progress.

6) INDEPENDENT STUDY: Study. Literature review. Preparation of assignments/case studies and presentations.

7) ASSESSMENT: Oral and written tests/exams, laboratory practical assessment tests. Continuous assessment.

Assessment system and criteria

Without prejudice to any other requirements that may be specified in the relevant course syllabus, as a general rule, failure to attend more than 70 per cent of the course’s teaching activities—which require the student’s physical or virtual presence—will result in the loss of the right to continuous assessment during the standard examination period. In this case, the examination to be held during the official period set by the University will be the sole assessment criterion, with the weighting specified in the course syllabus.

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The assessment process will consist of verifying and evaluating the student’s acquisition of the learning outcomes. To this end, the following assessment activities will be used to determine the extent to which each of the listed learning outcomes has been mastered:

ASSESSMENT TASKS:

Coursera (5%): Term 2: from 4 March 2026 to 10 April 2026 [UAX SKILL SCHOOL]

Continuous assessment test (10 per cent): test on the content covered in the module and on Coursera. 15 questions (multiple-choice)

To be eligible for the continuous assessment (Coursera + test), students must have a minimum attendance rate of 70% by the end of the term.

Main assessment (85%):

Elevator Pitch (35%): final weeks of the term. Minimum mark: 5. Submission deadline: 13 April 2026 at 23:59.

Written exam (50%): on the date of the ordinary assessment. Exam comprising a case study (interview transcript) and questions (patient identification, interview strategies and stages, identifying errors). Minimum mark: 5

Students who fail the ordinary assessment period must sit all the examinations in the supplementary assessment period. Marks are not carried over.

Extraordinary examination session (100%)

A final exam will be held, consisting of two parts:

Elevator Pitch (40%). Minimum mark: 5

Written exam (60%). Minimum mark: 5

Timetable

Click on this link to view the detailed timetable in Excel

Bibliography

Essential:

1. Acinas, Patricia Mª

Communication Skills and Care Strategies in

Alcalá la Real (Jaén): Formación Alcalá, 2007. 2007.

ISBN: 84962246512

2.- Cibanal Juan, L., Arce Sánchez, M.C., Carballal Balsa, M.C.

Communication techniques and the helping relationship in health sciences

Elsevier, 2022. 2022.

ISBN: 9788413822488

3. Cibanal, Luis

Communication Techniques

Elsevier. 2010.

ISBN: 9788481746761

4. Clèries, Xavier

Communication: An Essential Skill for Professionals

Barcelona [etc.]: Masson, 2006. 2006.

ISBN: 9788445816721

5. Jovani Sancho, M.M.

A Handbook on Communicating with Patients in the Dental Practice

San Pablo CEU University Foundation, 2020. 2020.

ISBN: 9788417385507

6. Loscertales Abril, Felicidad

Communication with the Patient

Alhuia. 1999.

ISBN: 9788495136213

7. Merayo Pérez, A., Bravo Pérez, E., Gordón, F.

Communication with the patient: emotional skills for healthcare professionals

Elsevier, 2014. 2014.

ISBN: 978-84-9022-7

8. REYES, Graciela

How to write well in Spanish: a guide to writing

Madrid: Arco Libros, 1999. 1999.

ISBN: 8476353278

9. Ruiz Moral, R.

Clinical Communication

Editorial Médica Panamericana S.A., 2014. 2014.

ISBN: 9788498357820

Supplementary:

10.- Gómez de Enterría y Sánchez, Josefa

Oral Communication in the Workplace

Madrid: Arco Libros, [2008]. 2008.

ISBN: 9788476357095

11. Gómez Torrego, Leonardo

Speaking and Writing Correctly

Madrid: Arco Libros. 2006.

ISBN: 8476356536

12. Montolío, Estrella

A Practical Guide to Academic Writing

Barcelona: Ariel, 2000. 2000.

ISBN: 8434428695

13. Royal Spanish Academy

Dictionary of the Spanish Language

[Madrid]: Royal Spanish Academy, 2001. 2001.

ISBN: 8423968146

14. Royal Spanish Academy

Spelling of the Spanish Language

Espasa-Calpe. 2010.

ISBN: 9788467034264

Objectives

• To build a foundation of knowledge and skills based on the optimal use of IT resources and tools designed for academic, educational and professional purposes.

• To foster information and knowledge management skills.

• To establish a useful foundation for management and learning based on independent research using IT tools.

• The ability to apply general knowledge of office automation and new information technologies in current practice and in future professional contexts.

Prerequisites

Basic computer skills at user level.

Skills

• Be competent in using the Internet as a source of information.

• Be familiar with and able to use the most commonly used databases in the

health sciences.

• Understand and apply techniques for layout, editing, sharing and

distribution of digital content.

• Be proficient in creating presentations to present

ideas and projects.

• Be competent in planning and organising tasks and

work carried out.

Learning outcomes

- Search digital media for articles and relevant information on topics related to the health sciences.

- Access electronic databases to compile texts.

- Produce reports analysing information and data to support an idea or project.

- Produce professional layouts, using IT, for a range of health sciences content.

Course content

Information systems, data analysis and retrieval, etc. Document management. Document layout using software and the creation of templates and styles. Introduction to, handling, organisation and filtering of data. Types of charts, options and characteristics of data charts. Creation and configuration of a complete presentation. Integration and manipulation of digital images.

Training activities

1) ASSIGNMENTS (ASS): Presentation, study and discussion of case studies. Problem-solving. Presentation of assignments/case studies. (2 hours per week)

2) VIRTUAL CAMPUS: Software, documentation, practical guidelines, useful links, problem-solving, self-assessment tests, forums, blog, Wiki, notices.

3) TUTORIALS (individual and group): Guidance and clarification of queries. Supervision of assignments/case studies and presentations. Monitoring of learning progress.

4) INDEPENDENT STUDY: Study. Literature review. Preparation of assignments/case studies and presentations.

5) ASSESSMENT: Oral and written tests/exams, laboratory practical assessment tests. Continuous assessment.

Assessment system and criteria

Without prejudice to any other requirements that may be specified in the relevant course syllabus, as a general rule, failure to attend more than 70 per cent of the course’s teaching activities—which require the student’s physical or virtual presence—will result in the loss of the right to continuous assessment during the standard examination period. In this case, the examination to be held during the official period set by the University will be the sole assessment criterion, with the weighting specified in the course syllabus.

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Continuous Assessment

For the continuous assessment of the Computer Science module, various computer-based exercises and practical case studies will be carried out (5%); a class attendance rate of over 70 per cent will be required, and a project on generative artificial intelligence (10 per cent) will be carried out, as well as the following theoretical and practical examinations, in which a minimum mark of 4 is required:

- Spreadsheets and data analysis using Excel: 45%

- Word processing and document creation using Word: 40%

Students who meet the requirements for attendance, submission of exercises, theoretical and practical examinations and the minimum mark will have the percentages indicated for each component applied to their marks, and their final course mark will be calculated accordingly. Students who meet the requirements and ultimately achieve a mark of 5 or above in the continuous assessment will have passed the course and will not need to sit the final exam in the ordinary examination session.

Ordinary Examination

Students who have not passed the course will be required to sit the final exam in the ordinary examination session, for which there are two options:

- Students who, having met the continuous assessment requirements (attendance, exercises, tests and minimum mark), have not passed the course, may sit an exam in June on only one of the main components of the module (Excel or Word, in which they must achieve a minimum mark of 4), so that, upon re-applying the relevant weightings, they may achieve a final pass (mark ≥ 5) in the ordinary examination session.

- Students who do not meet the criteria set out above will have to sit the exam covering the entire syllabus of the module during the ordinary examination period.

Supplementary Examination

In the supplementary examination session, students must sit an exam covering the entire syllabus of the course.

The exam will consist of two main parts: one on spreadsheets using Excel and the other on word processing using Word, requiring a minimum mark of 4 in each of these parts, after which the corresponding percentages will be applied to determine the final mark.

Timetable

Click on this link to view the detailed timetable in Excel

Bibliography

Basic:

1. Lambert, Joan.

MOS 2016 study guide for Microsoft Excel:

Microsoft Press. 2016.

ISBN: 9780735699434

2. Microsoft

Microsoft 365

Microsoft. 2022.

ISBN: 9782409024351

https://support.microsoft.com/es-es/training

Supplementary:

3. Charte Ojeda, Francisco

Word 2016 /

Anaya Multimedia. 2016.

ISBN: 9788441538160

4.- CLAUDIA VALDES-MIRANDA

EXCEL 2016 (ESSENTIAL HANDBOOK)

Anaya Multimedia. 2016.

ISBN: 9788441538023

5. Eni

Microsoft Office 2019 and Office 365: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook

Eni Editions. 2020.

ISBN: 978-2-409-024

6. JOHN PIERCE

MOS 2016 STUDY GUIDE FOR MICROSOFT WORD EXPERT

Microsoft Press. 2016.

ISBN: 9788441539266

7. JULIO F. CUARTERO SANCHEZ

WORD 2016: STEP-BY-STEP PRACTICAL COURSE

Altaria. 2015.

ISBN: 9788494477607

8. Paz González, Francisco

PowerPoint 2016

Anaya Multimedia. 2016.

ISBN: 9788441538054

9. Peña Pérez, Rosario

Office 2016:

Ediciones Altaria. 2015.

ISBN: 9788494404979

10. ROSARIO PEÑA PEREZ

Office 2019–Office 365: Key new features

Altaria. 2018.

ISBN: 9788494731976

11.- VALENTIN, HANDZ

EXCEL 2016 STEP BY STEP, 2nd UPDATED EDITION

Ra-Ma. 2016.

ISBN: 9788499646619

12. VALENTIN, HANDZ

OFFICE 2016 PRACTICAL COURSE

Ra-Ma. 2016.

ISBN: 9788499646343

Links

DIGITAL LITERACY AMONG STUDENTS AT THE FACULTY OF DENTISTRY, UNIVERSITY OF SEVILLE - [Aimed primarily at teaching staff] A book that examines and analyses the practical implementation of Information and Communication Technologies in higher education, focusing on the experience gained from their implementation in the Dentistry programme at the University of Seville

The Use of ICT in the Faculty of Dentistry at the University of Seville - [Aimed primarily at teaching staff] A book analysing the use of Information and Communication Technologies in the Dentistry programme at the University of Seville

Objectives

1. To understand the most important characteristics and functions of the oral cavity, using specific terminology.

2. To understand the general workings of a dental practice, dental equipment and the dental laboratory.

3. To identify the basic anatomical features of the teeth, as well as their nomenclature and how they are represented in dental records.

4. To compile a clinical record containing all relevant information.

5. To identify methods of clinical diagnosis and the interpretation of X-ray images.

6. Handle and distinguish between the appropriate instruments for each treatment.

7. Understand preventive measures and personal protective equipment against physical, chemical and biological hazards.

8. Understand the main methods of sterilisation and disinfection used in dental practice.

9. Gain an introduction to new digital technologies: 3D printing and CAD/CAM systems

Prerequisites

No prerequisites have been set

Learning Outcomes

1. GENERAL:

1.1. To promote independent learning of new knowledge and techniques, as well as a commitment to quality.

1.2. Understand the scientific method and possess the critical thinking skills to evaluate established knowledge and new information. Be able to formulate hypotheses, collect and critically evaluate information for problem-solving, following the scientific method.

1.3. To obtain and compile a medical history containing all relevant information.

1.4. Carry out a basic oral examination.

1.5. Analyse the results of a laboratory test in the biochemistry laboratory.

2. SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES:

2.1. Understand the scientific method and possess the critical ability to evaluate established knowledge and new information.

2.2. Interpret the charts used to illustrate the most common treatments and conditions in dentistry.

2.3. Understand the scientific principles of sterilisation, disinfection and antisepsis necessary to prevent cross-infection in dental practice.

2.4. Understand the basic diagnostic procedures and tests used in clinical and laboratory settings, recognise their reliability and diagnostic validity, and be competent in interpreting the most common (basic) results.

2.5. Recognise the basic procedures and materials used in prosthetic laboratories for the fabrication of prostheses.

2.6. Understand the specific instruments used for each therapeutic treatment in dentistry.

2.7. To interpret the results of the most common biochemical laboratory tests correctly.

Learning outcomes

1. The student uses basic dental terminology.

2. The student uses the most common dental nomenclature in the dental chart.

3. The student applies sterilisation, disinfection and antisepsis methods for preventive purposes.

4. The student understands and correctly interprets the results of the most basic diagnostic tests and procedures.

5. The student recognises the specific instruments required for each treatment.

6. The student applies the general principles of ergonomics in their pre-clinical practice.

7. The student is able to recognise normal oral conditions and the most basic oral pathologies, as well as to evaluate clinical findings.

8. Students will recognise that the patient is the centre of attention and that all interactions – including prevention, diagnosis, treatment planning and delivery, and maintenance – must be in the patient’s best interests, avoiding any form of discrimination and respecting confidentiality.

Description of the content

THEORETICAL PROGRAMME

- INTRODUCTION. Concepts. Classifications.

- THE MEDICAL HISTORY. Medical history-taking and clinical examination. Supplementary investigations.

- NOMENCLATURE. Introduction to oral pathology. Dental chart. Periodontal chart.

- THE MOST COMMONLY USED DIAGNOSTIC TESTS IN DENTISTRY. Interpretation of results.

- THE PROSTHETIC LABORATORY: its main functions and techniques for the fabrication of

.

- INSTRUMENTS IN THE DENTAL CLINIC: their functions and handling.

- THE DENTAL SURGERY: physical, chemical and biological risks. Most commonly used materials and instruments

.

- INFECTION CONTROL IN THE DENTAL CLINIC. The concepts of disinfection and sterilisation. The

disinfectants in the dental practice.

- STERILISATION OF EQUIPMENT IN THE DENTAL SURGERY. Physical and chemical methods.

Sterilisation controls.

- PERSONAL PROTECTIVE MEASURES in the laboratory and in the dental practice.

- 3D DIGITAL IMPRESSIONS. CAD/CAM SYSTEMS

PRACTICAL PROGRAMME

Completion of the Practical Workbook:

1. Medical history

2. Dental terminology.

3. Identification of dental structures.

4. Dental chart and periodontal chart.

5. Dental radiography and its interpretation.

6. Carving teeth in soap

7. Dental instruments.

8. Protective barriers.

9. Disinfection and sterilisation.

Presentation: 3D digital impressions

Training activities

1) LECTURES (SS): Explanation of theoretical principles, using computer-based tools. (1 hour per week)

2) LABORATORIES (LB): Practical application of the knowledge acquired in the laboratory. Development of skills and competences. (1 hour per week)

3) VIRTUAL CAMPUS: Software, documentation, practical protocols, useful links, problem-solving, self-assessment tests, forums, blog, Wiki, notices.

4) TUTORIALS (individual and group): Guidance and clarification of queries. Supervision of assignments/case studies and presentations. Monitoring of learning progress.

5) INDEPENDENT STUDY: Study. Literature review. Preparation of assignments/case studies and presentations.

6) ASSESSMENT: Oral and written tests/exams, laboratory practical assessment tests. Continuous assessment.

Assessment system and criteria

Without prejudice to any other requirements that may be specified in the relevant course syllabus, as a general rule, failure to attend more than 70 per cent of the course’s teaching activities—which require the student’s physical or virtual presence—will result in the loss of the right to continuous assessment during the standard examination period. In this case, the examination to be held during the official period set by the University will be the sole assessment criterion, with the weighting specified in the course syllabus.

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To pass the module, students must:

1. Have completed all laboratory practicals.

2. Have successfully completed all the scheduled learning activities.

3. Have achieved a positive continuous assessment mark.

4. Have passed a final assessment/exam on the laboratory practicals.

5. Have passed a final theoretical assessment/exam.

The components to be assessed in the OFFICIAL MAY/JUNE SESSION are:

• Final theoretical assessment/exam (40% of the final mark). An exam comprising multiple-choice questions with

four answer options, of which only one is correct. Incorrect answers on the test

are penalised at 33 per cent, and a minimum of 50 per cent of the available marks must be obtained to pass.

• Laboratory practicals (40% of the final mark):

o Acquisition of practical skills: Assessment tests/theoretical-practical examination.

o Submission of practical workbooks.

o Production of 1 dental model in soap.

o Application of knowledge: Practical assignments and continuous assessment.

o Only two excused absences will be permitted. Failure to attend more than two practical sessions

will result in failure of the practical module

o Oral examination on the identification of basic dental treatment instruments and diagnostic radiographic images

o For students who have failed any of the modules, a final practical examination will be held on the module not yet passed

• Continuous assessment in the theoretical teaching component (20% of the final mark):

o 1 or 2 non-eliminatory tests on theoretical aspects: To receive marks for continuous assessment, students must achieve a mark of 5 or above in each test. These tests will consist of multiple-choice questions with four answer options, of which only one will be correct. Incorrect answers on the test result in a 33% deduction, and to pass, students must obtain at least 50% of the available marks.

o Class attendance (>80%). Consultations (individual or in small groups), attitude, punctuality, participation, engagement and collaboration.

o Attendance at practical sessions/seminars is compulsory.

To pass the module, students must pass both the assessment/theoretical exam and the assessment/practical exam separately; the final mark will be calculated using the following weighting, out of 10 marks:

➢;;;;;;;;;;;;; Theoretical exam: up to 4 points of the mark.

➢;;;;;;;;;;;;; Practical exam: up to points of the mark.

➢;;;;;;;;;;;;; Continuous assessment: up to 2 points of the mark. This will only be added if the theoretical exam has been passed with a mark of 4.

The assessment criteria for the JULY EXTRAORDINARY SESSION are as follows:

In the extraordinary examination session, a multiple-choice exam will be held for the theoretical part, with the same format as in the ordinary examination session. There will also be an oral and written multiple-choice exam for the practical part. In the extraordinary examination session, the exam will cover THE ENTIRE SYLLABUS, both in theory and in practice. Passing both these examinations constitutes passing the module.

The details of the examination and the criteria for passing will be specified in the announcement for the relevant examination session.

An assignment – whether voluntary or not – may also be set to assess the acquisition of knowledge in the

extraordinary examination session in July. Details regarding this assignment—including whether it is compulsory or voluntary, the conditions, length, marking scheme, etc.—will be communicated via the course portal.

Addendum

Bibliography

Essential:

1.- Boyd, L.R.B.

Dental Instruments: A Practical Guide: Elsevier

ISBN: 9788480864268

2.- Echeverría, J.J. / Pumarola Suñé, J

The Dentistry Handbook: The Dentistry Handbook

ISBN: 9788445817797

3. Elsevier

Dental Dictionary: 2nd ed. Elsevier-Mosby

ISBN: 9788480864626

Supplementary:

4. Bartolomucci Boyd LR,

Dental Instruments: A Practical Guide: Elsevier Saunders

5. Castillo JJ

Ergonomics in the Introduction of New Technologies in the Workplace: Ministry of Labour and

Social Security

6.- Lozano De Luaces, V.

Control of Cross-Infection: Avances Médico Dentales S.L

7.- Phillips

Dental Materials Science: Elsevier

Links

Oral Hygiene Campaign

Website on recommendations for proper oral hygiene

www.portalfarma.com/pfarma/...nsf/.../faqs.htm

Permanent teeth

Image of permanent teeth

www.umm.edu/graphics/images/es/9445.jpg

Dental nomenclature

Image of dental nomenclature

http://www.facedental.es/nomenclatura-denticion-permanente/

Bibliography

Basic:

1.- Boyd, L.R.B.

Dental Instruments: A Practical Guide

Elsevier. 2009.

ISBN: 9788480864268

2. Echeverría, J.J. / Pumarola Suñé, J

The Dentistry Handbook

The Dentistry Handbook. 2007.

ISBN: 9788445817797

3. Elsevier

Dental Dictionary

2nd ed. Elsevier-Mosby. 2009.

ISBN: 9788480864626

Supplementary:

4.- Bartolomucci Boyd LR.,

Dental Instruments: A Practical Guide

Elsevier Saunders. 2009.

5.- Castillo JJ

Ergonomics in the Introduction of New Technologies in the Workplace

Ministry of Labour and Social Security. 1989.

6. Lozano de Luaces, V.

Control of Cross-Infection

Avances Médico Dentales S.L. 2000.

7. Phillips

The Science of Dental Materials

Elsevier. 2004.

Links

Oral Hygiene Campaign – Website on recommendations for good oral hygiene

Permanent teeth – Image of permanent teeth

Dental nomenclature – Image of dental nomenclature

Objectives

General objectives:

- To lay the foundations for a thorough understanding of oral anatomy and physiology, enabling students to acquire the anatomical terminology necessary for their day-to-day practice and to develop a better understanding of the subjects to be covered in subsequent courses.

Specific objectives:

- For students to understand the embryological development of all components of the head and neck, leading to a better understanding of the morphology of all the structures comprising them.

- For students to become familiar with the musculoskeletal elements of the head and neck, with particular emphasis on the structures of the mouth and oral cavity, as well as all aspects relating to their blood supply and innervation.

- To learn about dental structure and recognise all the morphological characteristics of the permanent teeth.

- To study the physiological processes involving the oral cavity, the teeth and related structures

(mastication, swallowing, speech, digestion).

- To introduce students to the understanding and acquisition of the methodology specific to this subject.

Competencies

1 - To promote independent learning of new knowledge and techniques, as well as a commitment to quality

2 - To understand the basic biomedical sciences on which dentistry is founded, in order to ensure proper patient care

3 - To understand and recognise the normal structure and function of the stomatognathic system at the molecular, cellular, tissue and

organ levels, at different stages of life.

4 - Understand the general processes of disease, including infection, inflammation,

of the immune system, degeneration, neoplasia, metabolic disorders and genetic disorders

5 - To be familiar with the scientific method and possess the critical ability to evaluate established knowledge and

. Be able to formulate hypotheses, collect and critically evaluate information for problem-solving,

following the scientific method.

Learning outcomes

1. The student understands and explains the main characteristics of the human being, from the most basic (biochemical) level to the most complex

(organic and systemic) levels, and their role in disease.

2. The student is competent in morphologically distinguishing each of the components of the human body.

3. The student knows the morphology and understands the normal functioning of each organ and system and their possible dysfunctional states, as well as

the main structural components and functions of the oral cavity and dental structures, and their potential dysfunctions.

4. The student is familiar with the appropriate scientific terminology and biomedical reasoning, enabling a better understanding of the various aspects

of biosanitary science.

Description of the content

THEORETICAL SYLLABUS FOR HUMAN ANATOMY II

TOPIC 1. SPECIAL EMBRYOLOGY. DEVELOPMENT OF THE HEAD AND NECK

• Embryological development of the skull. Branchial arches. Derivatives.

• Pharyngeal pouches. Derivatives. Pharyngeal clefts. Derivatives.

• Development of the tongue and the facial skeleton

TOPIC 2. MORPHOLOGY OF THE SKULL AND FACIAL SKELETON

• Bones of the skull. Study of the skull as a whole (exocranial and endocranial).

• Bones of the face. Craniofacial fossae or regions common to the skull and the face.

TOPIC 3. CRANIOFACIAL MUSCULATURE.

• Cutaneous musculature of the skull and face

• Masticatory muscles.

• Suprahyoid and infrahyoid muscles

TOPIC 4: DENTAL MORPHOLOGY. PERMANENT DENTITION.

• Introduction to dental morphology. Systems for identifying teeth. General anatomical variations. Pulp chambers

• Permanent upper incisors. Permanent lower incisors.

• Permanent canines.

• Permanent upper premolars. Permanent lower premolars.

• Permanent upper molars. Permanent lower molars

TOPIC 5: OCCLUSION.

• Concepts of dynamic and static occlusion.

• Intermaxillary relationships

• Abnormalities of occlusion

TOPIC 6: MORPHOLOGY OF THE ORAL CAVITY.

• Oral vestibule. Gingivo-dental region. Oral cavity: tongue, floor of the mouth, palate.

• Musculature of the oral cavity

• Innervation and vascularisation of the oral cavity

TOPIC 7. TEMPOROMANDIBULAR JOINT

• TMJ: general morphology.

• TMJ: function. Movements.

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TOPIC 8. CRANIAL NERVES

• General overview of the cranial nerves

• Olfactory nerve (I), Optic nerve (II). Ocular motor nerves (III, IV and VI).

• Trigeminal nerve (V): ophthalmic, maxillary and mandibular trunks.

• Facial nerve (VII) and vestibulocochlear nerve (VIII).

• Glossopharyngeal (IX), vagus (X), spinal (XI) and hypoglossal (XII) nerves.

• Autonomic nervous system

TOPIC 9. VASCULARISATION OF THE HEAD

• Arterial system. General organisation. Branches of the external carotid artery. Branches of the internal carotid artery

• Veins of the head and neck.

• Lymph node groups of the head and neck.

TOPIC 10. SALIVARY GLANDS. MASTICATION AND SWALLOWING.

• Parotid, submandibular and sublingual glands. Morphology.

• Physiology of salivary secretion. Functions of saliva

• Physiology of mastication. The masticatory cycle.

• Physiology of swallowing. Phases of the swallowing cycle.

PRACTICAL SESSION PROGRAMME

1. DENTAL EMBRYOLOGY

a. Development of the oral cavity

b. Tooth development and eruption.

2. EXOCRANIAL REGION

a. Cranial vault: sutures

b. Cranial or anthropometric landmarks

c. Lateral view: temporal fossa

d. Skull base

e. Anatomical division of the exocranial surface of the skull base

f. Most significant anatomical features

i. Orifices

ii. Nasal fossae

iii. Orbital fossae

3. ENDOCRANIAL.

a. Cranial vault

b. Fossae of the cranial base: anterior, middle and posterior cranial fossae. Boundaries of the fossae

c. Most important anatomical landmarks

d. Openings in the base of the skull. Their contents

4. BONES OF THE FACE

a. Bony palate: components, foramina (incisive, greater and lesser palatine)

b. Mandible: body and branches: (medial surface, lateral surface, superior margin)

c. Infratemporal fossa

d. Pterygopalatine fossa (borders and openings communicating with other fossae)

5. DENTAL SYSTEM: study of anatomical specimens and drawings of teeth

a. Identify parts of the tooth: crown, root, neck

b. Name and identify the surfaces and/or margins of the crown and root

6. INCISORS

a. Common characteristics

b. How to distinguish upper from lower teeth

c. How to distinguish the maxillary central incisor from the mandibular lateral incisor

d. How to distinguish the mandibular central incisor from the mandibular lateral incisor

7. CANINE TEETH

a. Common characteristics

b. How to distinguish upper from lower

8. PREMOLARS

a. Common characteristics

b. How to distinguish upper from lower

c. How to distinguish the maxillary first premolar from the maxillary second premolar

d. How to distinguish the first mandibular premolar from the second mandibular premolar

9. MOLARS

a. Common characteristics

b. How to distinguish upper from lower teeth

c. How to distinguish the first maxillary molar from the second maxillary molar

d. How to distinguish the mandibular first molar from the mandibular second molar

10. CRANIOFACIAL MUSCLES

a. Cutaneous muscles of the face:

i. Orbital region

ii. Nasal region

iii. Buccal region

b. Masticatory muscles

c. Suprahyoid muscles

d. Infrahyoid muscles

11. NERVE SUPPLY TO THE HEAD

a. Study and identification of cranial nerves and their visible branches in anatomical models

12. VASCULARISATION OF THE HEAD

- Study and identification of visible arteries and veins in anatomical models

Training activities

1) LECTURES (SS): Explanation of theoretical principles, using IT tools. (1 hour per week)

2) LABORATORIES (LB): Practical application of the knowledge acquired in the laboratory. Development of skills and competencies. (1 hour per week)

3) VIRTUAL CAMPUS: Software, documentation, practical protocols, useful links, problem-solving, self-assessment tests, forums, blog, Wiki, notices.

4) TUTORIALS (individual and group): Guidance and clarification of queries. Supervision of assignments/case studies and presentations. Monitoring of learning progress.

5) INDEPENDENT STUDY: Study. Literature review. Preparation of assignments/case studies and presentations.

6) ASSESSMENT: Oral and written tests/exams, laboratory practical assessment tests. Continuous assessment.

Assessment system and criteria

Without prejudice to any other requirements that may be specified in the relevant course syllabus, as a general rule, failure to attend more than 70 per cent of the course’s teaching activities—which require the student’s physical or virtual presence—will result in the loss of the right to continuous assessment during the standard examination period. In this case, the examination to be held during the official period set by the University will be the sole assessment criterion, with the weighting specified in the course syllabus.

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The assessment system will consist of oral and/or written examinations, the completion of assignments, tutorial supervision, attendance and participation in lectures and laboratory practicals.

During the academic year, there will be TWO assessment periods (the regular June sitting and the supplementary July sitting), which will take place in accordance with the academic calendar.

The final mark for the module includes the assessment of the material covered in lectures (60% of the overall mark), laboratory practicals (20% of the overall mark) and continuous assessment (20%). To pass the module, students must pass each of these components independently. A pass in each component is defined as a MARK GREATER THAN OR EQUAL TO 5, with no possibility of offsetting marks between them.

LECTURES

The assessment of the content covered in lectures will account for 600% of the overall mark. The mark for this component will be based on:

- FIRST TERM: 1st EXEMPTION MID-TERM EXAM (January 2024).

The assessment will cover the material from the first four-month period’s lectures. To calculate this mark, the following will be carried out:

A. A theoretical exam (test) to be held halfway through the term (October–November 2023). The subject matter to be examined will be specified. The exam format may be written or oral. Exam mark: up to a maximum of 10 marks. (Mark-value equivalence: <5=0; 5 to 10=from 0.5 to 1 on a proportional basis)

B. End-of-first-term exam (January–February 2024 sitting): a written multiple-choice test with four answer options, of which only one will be correct. Incorrect answers on the test result in a 33% deduction, and a minimum of 50% of the available marks must be obtained to pass. The number of questions will be specified in the relevant examination notice. In exceptional cases, the examination may take the form of an oral examination or short-answer questions.

The marks obtained in the November assessment will be added to the mark for the January exam, provided that the mark for the January exam is > or = 4.0.

-SECOND TERM:

A theory test will be held with the same format as the first term’s test: the exam will consist of short-answer and multiple-choice questions. The exam is worth up to a maximum of 1 mark. (Mark-score equivalence: <5 = 0; from 5 to 10 = 0.5 to 1 proportionally) and will be added to the mark obtained in the ordinary June examination session

REGULAR JUNE EXAM SESSION (May–June 2024).

An assessment will be held covering the material from the lectures, corresponding to the second four-month term or the entire course (as applicable). The mark for this part will be based on:

A. Theoretical assessment worth a maximum of 1 mark

B. Official exam for the ordinary examination session – June 2024:

B.1. – 2nd EXAM TO MEET THE COURSE REQUIREMENTS

• Students will be examined on the material covered in the second four-month term.

• Only students who have passed the first mid-term exam held in the January/February sitting may sit this exam.

• To pass and be exempted from the module, a GRADE OF AT LEAST 5 must be obtained (including the mark from the March/April assessment)

B.2. – FINAL EXAM

• The examination will cover the material corresponding to the entire course syllabus.

• This exam is for students who did NOT pass the first mid-term exam held in the January sitting.

• To pass, students must achieve a GRADE OF AT LEAST 5 (including the mark for the March/April assessment).

Both exams will be multiple-choice with four answer options, of which only one will be correct. Incorrect answers on the test will result in a 33% deduction, and to pass, students must obtain at least 50% of the available marks. (In exceptional circumstances, this may be an oral examination, depending on whether it is possible to hold it in person or not)

The marks obtained from the March–April assessment (see section a) will be added to the mark for the June exam (final exam or second mid-term exam, as applicable), provided that the mark for the June exam is ≥ 4.0.

LABORATORY PRACTICALS

Assessment of the practical work will account for 50 per cent of the overall mark and will be carried out through continuous assessment.

- EXAMS PER TERM (50% of the practicals mark)

1. Two assessment tests, via the Moodle platform, Complete Anatomy or another similar platform, covering the content of the practical modules: the mark for these will account for 20% of the practical mark.

2. An oral examination covering the content of the practical modules: the mark for this examination will account for 25% of the practical mark.

- PARTICIPATION IN PRACTICAL CLASSES (10% of the practicals mark): this will consist of submitting a fully completed practicals workbook and passing the assessment tests for each section.

Students whose final practical course mark based on continuous assessment is below 5 will be eligible to sit a comprehensive practical examination during the ordinary examination period; this may be oral or written, accompanied by images.

The dates and details of assessments, practical exams, practical presentations or seminar assignments will be announced well in advance in the ‘Notices’ section of the course portal.

The official examinations for the ordinary examination period will take place on the officially stipulated date.

EXTRAORDINARY EXAMINATION PERIOD (JULY 2024)

In the supplementary examination period, students will sit the teaching activity in which they have failed, whether it be a lecture or a laboratory session.

The format of the lecture-based exam will be similar to that of the comprehensive exam in the ordinary examination period, comprising multiple-choice questions with four possible options, only one of which is correct; incorrect answers will result in a 33 per cent deduction from the mark for a correct answer. To pass, students must achieve a mark of at least 5.

The laboratory assessment may be oral or written, comprising short-answer or multiple-choice questions and images. To pass, students must achieve a mark of at least 5.

The final mark will be calculated in a similar way to the regular examination session. (MG: 60%, LB: 30%; EC: 20%) Each of the learning activities must be passed separately in order to pass the module.

Bibliography

Essential:

1. Ash, Major M

Wheeler’s Anatomy, Physiology and Dental Occlusion

Elsevier. 2020.

ISBN: 8480866903

2. Margaret J Fehrenbach

Dental Anatomy Colouring Book

Elsevier. 2022.

ISBN: 9780323473453

3. Netter, Frank H.

Atlas of Human Anatomy

Masson. 1993.

ISBN: 0914168665

4. Norton, Neil S.

Netter: Head and Neck Anatomy for Dentists

Amsterdam [etc.]: Elsevier, D.L. 2012. 2012.

ISBN: 9788445817858

5. Rouvière, Henri

Human Anatomy: Descriptive, Topographical and Functional. Volume 1. 11th edition

Elsevier, 2005. 2005.

ISBN: 8445808044

6. Velayos and Santana

Anatomy of the Head with a Dental and Stomatological Focus:

Médica Panamericana. 2007.

ISBN: 97884983506

Links

ANATOMY OF THE HEAD - ANATOMY OF THE HEAD. ATLASES AND DIAGRAMS

ANATOMY ATLAS – CLASSIC TEXTBOOK OF HUMAN ANATOMY WITH AN INTRODUCTION TO EMBRYOLOGY

Development of the pharynx, face and neck - Development of the pharynx, face and neck

EMBRYOLOGY - HUMAN EMBRYOLOGY. TEXT AND EXPLANATORY IMAGES

Human embryology – Embryological development

Objectives

The overall objective is to provide students with a foundation in cell biology and molecular biology, in particular, by applying biomedical reasoning to enable them to gain a better understanding of the various biological aspects of their degree programme, as well as equipping them with a basic knowledge of those topics that will be key to future diagnostic and treatment methods in dentistry.

Prerequisites

• Basic knowledge of General Biology, Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry.

• Familiarity with, and the ability to carry out, the basic experimental techniques used in chemistry and biology laboratories.

• Knowledge of English sufficient to read a review article or access a website written in that language.

• Basic IT skills to use word processors, databases, create PowerPoint presentations and access data online

Competencies

SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES:

SKILL 1: To understand the basic biomedical sciences on which dentistry is founded, in order to ensure proper oral and dental care.

SKILL 2: Understand, within the general processes of disease, metabolic abnormalities and genetic disorders.

SC3.- Understand the biological components and processes in order to be able to relate nutritional and dietary habits to the maintenance of health and the prevention of oral diseases.

CE4.- To understand the scientific method and possess the critical thinking skills to evaluate established knowledge and new information. To be able to formulate hypotheses, collect and critically evaluate information for problem-solving, following the scientific method.

CE5.- To acquire, develop and practise the skills required for working in a cell biology laboratory.

CE6.- To understand, critically evaluate and know how to use clinical and biomedical information sources to obtain, organise, interpret and communicate scientific and health-related information.

CE7.- To promote independent learning of new knowledge and techniques, as well as a commitment to quality

Work will also be carried out on the development of the basic and general competences outlined in the degree programme description.

Learning outcomes

1. Be able to use appropriate scientific terminology and biomedical reasoning, enabling a better understanding of the various aspects of bio-health sciences.

2. Be able to solve issues or problems and form judgements within a field of study, by gathering and interpreting relevant data in accordance with the scientific method.

3. To recognise and explain the main cellular structures and the functions they perform.

4. To recognise and understand the mechanisms of action in molecular cell biology, as well as basic knowledge of biotechnology and cell signalling.

5. To be familiar with and able to carry out the basic experimental techniques used in a molecular and cellular biology laboratory.

6. Demonstrate teamwork skills

7. Be able to conduct effective research and use the main databases in the health sciences.

Course content description

BLOCK I: INSIDE AND OUTSIDE

1. BIOLOGICAL MEMBRANES

2. TRANSPORT ACROSS THE PLASMA MEMBRANE

BLOCK II: THE NUCLEUS AND GENETIC INFORMATION

3. THE CELL NUCLEUS

4. NUCLEIC ACIDS: CHROMATIN AND CHROMOSOMES

BLOCK III: MOLECULAR BIOLOGY

5. REPLICATION

6. TRANSCRIPTION

7. RIBOSOMES AND TRANSLATION

BLOCK IV: CELLULAR FUNCTIONS

8. VESICULAR TRANSPORT: ENDOPLASMIC RETICULUM AND GOLGI APPARATUS

9. LYSOSOMES AND THE PROTEASOME

10. MITOCHONDRIA AND PEROXISOMES

BLOCK V: CYTOSKELETON

11. INTERMEDIATE FILAMENTS

12. MICROTUBULES

13. MICROFILAMENTS (ACTIN FILAMENTS)

SECTION VI: TISSUE FORMATION

14. INTERCELLULAR CONNECTIONS

15. EXTRACELLULAR MATRIX

Training activities

1) LECTURES (SS): Explanation of theoretical principles, using computer-based tools. (1 hour per week)

2) ASSIGNMENTS (ASS): Presentation, study and discussion of case studies. Problem-solving. Presentation of assignments/case studies. (1 one-off hour)

3) LABORATORIES (LB): Practical application of the knowledge acquired in the laboratory. Acquisition of skills and competences. (1 hour per week)

4) VIRTUAL CAMPUS: Software, documentation, practical protocols, useful links, problem-solving, self-assessment tests, forums, blog, Wiki, notices.

5) TUTORIALS (individual and group): Guidance and clarification of queries. Supervision of assignments/case studies and presentations. Monitoring of learning progress.

6) INDEPENDENT STUDY: Study. Literature review. Preparation of assignments/case studies and presentations.

7) ASSESSMENT: Oral and written tests/exams, laboratory practical assessment tests. Continuous assessment.

Assessment system and criteria

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA – ACADEMIC YEAR 2025/26

1. Attendance and entitlement to continuous assessment

Without prejudice to any other requirements that may be set out in the Course Syllabus, as a general rule:

- Failure to attend more than 50 per cent of the lecture sessions will result in the loss of the right to continuous assessment in the ordinary assessment period.

- In this case, the student may only sit the July supplementary examination session, with the supplementary theory examination and the practical examination being the sole assessment criteria.

2. General structure of the module

The course is divided into two separate parts, each of which must be passed individually with a minimum mark of 5.0:

2.1. Theoretical component

- Consisting of:

• Sessions (SS): assessed through Continuous Assessment Tests (CEC).

• TRAB activities: assessed through assignments or presentations.

- The theory is taught over the course of the two semesters.

2.2. Practical component (Laboratories – LB)

- This will take place during the second term (15 hours).

- It includes experimental work and a final theory exam.

Grades for theory and practicals cannot be offset against one another: both must be passed independently.

3. Assessment during the first term

A Continuous Assessment Test (CEC) will be held. This test does not exempt students from the course, but will account for 10 per cent of the term mark.

The first term mark (January–February) will be calculated as follows:

First Term Mark = 80% (SS Exam + Assignments) + 10% (Assignments) + 10% (CEC)

A mark of ≥5.0 must be obtained in the theoretical part of the exam for this weighting to apply.

4. Assessment during the second term

A further Continuous Assessment Test (CEC) will be held, under the same conditions as the first.

Second Term Mark = 80% (SS+TRAB Exam) + 10% (Assignments) + 10% (CEC)

A mark of ≥5.0 must be achieved in the theoretical part of the exam for this weighting to apply.

5. Final mark in the main examination session (June–July)

If the student has passed both theoretical parts (a mark of ≥5.0 in each term) and the practicals (a mark of ≥5.0), the final mark will be:

Final mark = 60% (average of ordinary examinations) + 10% (average of assignments) + 10% (average of CEC) + 20% (practical work)

Assignments and CECs from the first and second semesters are weighted equally.

If a student fails the first term’s theory, they must sit an exam covering the entire theoretical syllabus in June–July.

If they fail the practicals, they may retake them by sitting a separate examination.

6. July resit session

Students will be examined on all theoretical content (SS + Assignments) and, if they have not passed these, on the practicals as well.

If both parts are passed:

Final extraordinary mark = 60% (Extraordinary exam) + 20% (Continuous assessment) + 20% (Practical work)

This weighting will only apply if the practicals have been passed.

7. Format of the theoretical examinations

The theoretical assessment for the module will take various forms, which may include multiple-choice questions, short-answer questions or essay questions. In all cases, students will be informed in good time of the specific assessment method to be used in each examination session.

Generally, the tests consist of multiple-choice questions with four options, one of which is correct.

- Incorrect answers result in a deduction of 33.33% (three incorrect answers result in a deduction of one mark).

- A pass is achieved with ≥50 per cent correct answers (minimum mark of 5.0).

- Questions relating to assignments or presentations may be included.

- Additional time will be granted for academic adjustments to students who require it, as advised by the university’s educational psychology unit.

8. Assessment of work placements

Attendance at practical sessions is compulsory for all students, regardless of whether they undertook them in previous years.

- An unexcused absence of one day results in a 20 per cent deduction from the practical course examination mark.

- An unexcused absence of two or more days will result in a ‘Fail’ (NP).

- Justified absences must be officially documented and notified in advance (except in emergencies).

Practical course mark = 90 per cent (Final theory exam) + 10 per cent (Laboratory work)

- The laboratory work always counts towards the mark, regardless of the exam mark.

- Practical work accounts for 20 per cent of the final course mark.

- If the practicals exam is not passed, it may be resat in the ordinary or supplementary sitting.

9. Summary of overall weightings

Theoretical component (1st and 2nd terms):

- Exams (SS+TRAB): 60 per cent

- Assignments: 10%

- Tests (CEC): 10%

Practical component:

- Exam + laboratory assignment: 20%

To pass the module, it is essential to achieve a minimum mark of 5.0 in both the theory and practical components, which are assessed separately.

Timetable

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Bibliography

Basic:

1. Alberts et al.

Introduction to Cell Biology

Panamericana. 2023.

ISBN: 978-607-8546-

Supplementary:

2. Cooper and Hausman

The Cell

Marbán. 2014.

ISBN: 9788471013071

Links

Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine – Website of the School of Medicine at Johns Hopkins University

Medical Sciences Division, University of Oxford – Website of the Medical Sciences Division at the University of Oxford

Yale School of Medicine – Website of the School of Medicine at Yale University

Spanish Society of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology – Website of the Spanish Society of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

Spanish Society of Cell Biology – Website of the Spanish Society of Cell Biology

World Health Organisation – Website of the World Health Organisation (WHO)

Massachusetts General Hospital – Website of Massachusetts General Hospital

General Council of Medical Associations of Spain – Website of the General Council of Medical Associations of Spain

PLoS Biology – Access to the high-impact scientific journal PLoS Biology in the field of biology

School of Medicine of Georgetown University – Website of the School of Medicine at Georgetown University

National Cancer Research Centre – Website of the CNIO (National Cancer Research Centre)

National Centre for Cardiovascular Research – Website of the National Centre for Cardiovascular Research (CNIC)

Carlos III Health Institute – Website of the Carlos III Health Institute (ISCIII)

Harvard Medical School – Website of the Harvard Medical School

School of Clinical Medicine, University of Cambridge – Website of the School of Clinical Medicine, University of Cambridge

Investigación y Ciencia – Website of the journal Investigación y Ciencia

Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences – Official scientific journal of the National Academy of Sciences

PLoS Medicine – Access to the high-impact scientific journal PLoS Medicine in the field of medicine

Objectives

1. To provide students with a sound grounding in pharmacology, enabling them to carry out their professional duties with confidence through the rational, safe and effective use of medicines.

2. To impart to students the academic knowledge necessary to ensure safety and a thorough understanding of the most important pharmacological groups in dentistry and stomatology, as well as the pharmacological indications for the treatment of various conditions that may affect humans, particularly those of dental relevance; bearing in mind that dentistry is a healthcare profession with a high degree of autonomy and responsibility in the prescription of medicines.

Competencies

CMIII.04 – Understand general and clinical pharmacology in dental practice

CMIII.05 – Understand the pharmacological basis of the various anaesthetic techniques, both local and general, as well as the role of sedation and general anaesthesia in the management of dental patients

CMIII.14. – Acquire, develop and practise the skills required for practical work in the pharmacology laboratory.

Learning outcomes

Students will understand the pharmacokinetics of the drugs most commonly used in dentistry.

Students will be competent in their knowledge of the interactions and side effects of drugs used in dentistry.

Students will select and prescribe drugs related to dental treatments.

Students will successfully carry out practical sessions in the pharmacology laboratory by applying the knowledge they have acquired.

Description of the content

DESCRIPTION OF CONTENT

- CONCEPTS, DEFINITIONS AND RELEVANT TERMINOLOGY IN PHARMACOLOGY

- MECHANISMS OF ACTION OF DRUGS.

- DRUG INTERACTIONS.

- ADVERSE REACTIONS.

- PHARMACOLOGICAL EVALUATION OF ACTIVE INGREDIENTS.

- PHARMACOLOGY OF ANATOMICAL SYSTEMS AND ORGANS.

- PHARMACOLOGY OF LOCAL ANAESTHETICS.

- PHARMACOLOGY OF GENERAL ANAESTHETICS.

- PHARMACOLOGY OF EMERGENCY MEDICINE AND BASIC CPR

TOPICS FOR LECTURES

1 Introduction to Pharmacology. Concepts of Pharmacokinetics (ADME) and Pharmacodynamics.

2 Drug Transport Across Membranes.

3 Pharmacokinetics I. Absorption. Routes of administration. Bioavailability.

4 Pharmacokinetics II. Distribution. Binding to plasma proteins.

5 Pharmacokinetics III. Metabolism.

6 Pharmacokinetics IV. Excretion. Considerations regarding patients with renal disease.

7 Pharmacodynamics. Molecular aspects of drug-receptor binding.

8 New drug development. Clinical trials. Ethics of research involving human and animal subjects.

9 Biopharmaceuticals.

10 Physiological basis of pain

11 Local anaesthetics

12 Anti-inflammatory drugs I. NSAIDs. Non-anti-inflammatory analgesics, paracetamol. Omeprazole

13 Anti-inflammatory drugs II. Corticosteroids

14 Opioids

15 Anticonvulsants.

16 Antidepressants.

17 Oral antivirals and antifungals.

18 Antibiotics.

19 Antibiotics for use in dentistry, both for the prevention and treatment of infection. Chlorhexidine as an antiseptic

20 Drugs involved in haemostasis.

21 Management of patients on antiplatelet or anticoagulant therapy in the dental practice.

22 Antihistamines. Benzodiazepines. Nitrous oxide

SEMINAR TOPICS

1 Information on medicines.

2 Prescribing medicines. Prescriptions.

3 Adverse drug reactions. Risks associated with the use of medicines during pregnancy.

4 Factors affecting the action of drugs: age, pregnancy, renal and hepatic disease, pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic interactions.

5 Introduction to the central and peripheral nervous systems. Key neurotransmitters in pharmacology.

6 Pharmacology of the adrenergic nervous system.

7 Pharmacology of the cholinergic nervous system.

8 Diuretic drugs.

9 Antihypertensive drugs.

10 Anti-anginal drugs.

11 Pharmacology of heart failure

12 Anti-asthmatic drugs.

13 Physiological basis of substance addiction and the effects of certain drugs on the mouth.

14 Adverse drug reactions in the oral cavity

LABORATORY PRACTICALS (LB):

1 Laboratory procedures and preparation of solutions.

2 Pharmaceutical dosage forms.

3 Study of the pH and efficacy of two anti-ulcer drugs.

4 Synthesis of acetylsalicylic acid.

5 Alkaloids. Extraction of an alkaloid from a test sample. Qualitative and quantitative determination using spectrophotometric techniques.

Training activities

1) LECTURES (SS): Explanation of theoretical principles, using computer-based tools. (1 hour per week)

2) ASSIGNMENTS (TRAB): Presentation, study and discussion of case studies. Problem-solving. Presentation of assignments/case studies. (1 one-off hour)

3) LABORATORIES (LB): Practical application of the knowledge acquired in the laboratory. Development of skills and competences. (1 hour per week)

4) VIRTUAL CAMPUS: Software, documentation, practical protocols, useful links, problem-solving, self-assessment tests, forums, blog, Wiki, notices.

5) TUTORIALS (individual and group): Guidance and clarification of queries. Supervision of assignments/case studies and presentations. Monitoring of learning progress.

6) INDEPENDENT STUDY: Study. Literature review. Preparation of assignments/case studies and presentations.

7) ASSESSMENT: Oral and written tests/exams, laboratory practical assessment tests. Continuous assessment.

Assessment system and criteria

CLASS ATTENDANCE: (for continuous assessment)

The minimum attendance requirement for theory sessions (MG and TRAB) is 50 per cent, and 100 per cent attendance is required for laboratory sessions (LB).

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CONTINUOUS ASSESSMENT. GENERAL ASPECTS

The theoretical assessment of the module will be carried out using various methods, which may include multiple-choice questions, short-answer or essay questions, as well as oral examinations. In all cases, students will be informed in good time of the specific assessment method to be used for each assessment session or examination.

Scheduled learning activities: Lectures (MG), Assignments (TRAB) and laboratory practicals (LB).

Written assessments may take the following forms:

1. Primarily multiple-choice, with four options and only one correct answer (1 mark); marks will be deducted for incorrect answers (-0.33 marks) and no marks will be deducted for unanswered questions (0 marks). Students must obtain half the marks available in the exam to pass (a mark of 5 out of 10) in that exam.

2. Exceptionally, in the case of short-answer or essay-type questions, these will be marked on a scale of 0 to 10 marks

3. In exceptional cases, for problem-solving or clinical case studies, marks will be awarded on a scale of 0 to 10 points.

4. In exceptional cases, for oral examinations, marks will range from 0 to 10 points.

CONTINUOUS ASSESSMENT TASKS

FIRST TERM (1Q). (subject to 50% attendance at lectures and seminars)

1. CO11Q: Mid-term assessment (theory from Lectures and Practical Sessions): option to add 5 per cent to the first term mark (PARCFEB) PROVIDED THAT the CO11Q is passed (with a mark of 5 or higher).

2. PARCFEB: Mid-term assessment covering all theoretical content (Lectures – MG and Assignments – TRAB-SM) taught during 1Q: 40 per cent of the final mark for the module in the ordinary or supplementary examination session. PROVIDED THAT the final PARCFEB mark is passed (with a mark of 5 or higher).

If the final mark for the first term PARCFEB is 5 or higher than 5, the student may be exempted from the theoretical content (MG and SM) taught during the first term for the ordinary or extraordinary examination session.

If the final mark for the first PARCFEB term is < 5, the student may retake the examination on that theoretical content (Sessions and Assignments) in the ordinary or extraordinary examination session.

NOTE: The final mark for the CO11Q and PARCFEB assessments will be subject to the student achieving 50 per cent class attendance, participation and behaviour in the MG and SM classes during the first term.

SECOND TERM (2Q). (subject to 50 per cent class attendance for MG and TRAB-SM, and 100 per cent for LB)

1. CO12Q: Mid-term assessment (theory sessions and assignments): option to add 5 per cent to the second-term mark in the ordinary assessment period, PROVIDED THAT the CO12Q is passed (with a mark of 5 or higher).

NOTE: The final mark for CO12Q will be subject to the student’s attendance, participation and behaviour in 50 per cent of the MG and SM classes in the second quarter.

2. CO21Q: Intermediate assessment (first-term LB practicals): 20 per cent of the final mark for the module in the ordinary/supplementary examination session. PROVIDED THAT CO21Q is passed (with a mark of 5 or higher). 100 per cent attendance at the practical sessions is compulsory to be exempted via continuous assessment.

REGULAR AND SUPPLEMENTARY EXAMINATION SESSIONS (examination options: either continuous assessment or a single examination)

1. CONTINUOUS ASSESSMENT OPTION (subject to 50% attendance for MG and TRAB-SM, and 100% for LB)

A. Theory examination option (Sessions and Assignments – TRAB-SM) for the 2nd quarter (exemption): 40 per cent of the final mark for the module in the relevant examination session, PROVIDED THAT this examination is passed (with a mark of 5 or higher).

B. Theory exam option (sessions and Assignments – TRAB-SM) for the 1Q, which counts towards exemption (if the final mark for PARCFEB is less than 5): 40 per cent of the final mark for the module in the relevant examination session, PROVIDED THAT THIS EXAM IS PASSED (with a mark of 5 or higher) this examination.

C. Exemption option for the LB practicals in the first term: 20% of the final mark for the module in the relevant examination session, PROVIDED THAT this examination is passed (with a mark of 5 or higher).

NOTE: The FINAL GRADE for the module in the ordinary or supplementary examination period, based on CONTINUOUS ASSESSMENT (subject to a minimum attendance of 50% for lectures and assignments, and 100% for practicals), will be:

a. If ALL the final marks for continuous assessment in Theory (Sessions and Assignments) and Practical Work (LB) are 5 or higher than 5: THE ARITHMETIC MEAN OF ALL CONTINUOUS ASSESSMENT MARKS.

b. If any of the final continuous assessment marks are below 5: THE LOWEST MARK (regardless of other continuous assessment marks).

c. Failure to sit the ordinary examination session will result in a ‘Did Not Attend’ (NP) being recorded in the final mark for the module in the ordinary examination session (regardless of other continuous assessment marks).

d. Failure to sit the exam in the supplementary sitting will result in a C.A. (sitting cancelled) on the final mark for the module in the supplementary sitting.

2. OPTION FOR A SINGLE EXAM COVERING 100% OF THE THEORY CONTENT (Lectures and Assignments) AND PRACTICAL WORK (LB) TAUGHT DURING THE ACADEMIC YEAR.

NOTE: The FINAL GRADE for the module in the ordinary/extraordinary examination period VIA A SINGLE EXAMINATION will be the mark obtained in that examination.

Timetable

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Reading list

Core:

1. Espinosa Meléndez

Pharmacology and Therapeutics in Dentistry

Panamericana. 2012.

ISBN: 9786077743484

2. Fatima Vega Romero, María Aránzazu Sánchez Calabuig

Handbook of Pharmacology

BDS Publishing House. 2013.

ISBN: 9788495277350

3. Jesús Flórez

Human Pharmacology, 6th edition

5th ed. Elsevier. 2013.

ISBN: 9788445818619

4. Tripathi

Pharmacology in Dentistry

Panamericana. 2008.

ISBN: 9789500600866

Links

Spanish Medicines Agency website – AEMPS website where you can find information relating to medicines (Summary of Product Characteristics and Patient Information Leaflet).

Objectives

GENERAL AND SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES

General

1. To understand the essential elements of the dental profession, including ethical principles and legal responsibilities.

2. To understand the importance of these principles for the benefit of patients, society and the profession, with particular attention to patients with disabilities.

3. Be able to identify patients’ concerns and expectations, and to communicate effectively and clearly, both orally and in writing, with patients, their families, the media and other professionals.

4. Understand and recognise the social and psychological aspects relevant to the treatment of patients.

5. Be able to apply the principles of anxiety and stress management to oneself, to patients and to other members of the dental team.

6. Understand the importance of practising professionally whilst respecting the patient’s autonomy, beliefs and culture.

7. To promote independent learning of new knowledge and techniques, as well as a commitment to quality.

8. Be able to share information with other healthcare professionals and work as part of a team.

9. Understand the importance of maintaining and using patient records for subsequent analysis, whilst preserving the confidentiality of the data.

10. To recognise and identify the psychological and physical problems arising from gender-based violence, in order to equip students with the skills for the prevention, early detection, care and rehabilitation of victims of this form of violence.

11. To understand and recognise the biomaterials sciences essential to dental practice, as well as the immediate management of any potential allergies to such materials.

12. To understand and recognise the principles of ergonomics and occupational safety (including the control of cross-infection, radiation protection, and occupational and biological diseases).

13. To be familiar with, critically evaluate and know how to use clinical and biomedical information sources to obtain, organise, interpret and communicate scientific and health-related information.

14. Understand the scientific method and possess the critical ability to evaluate established knowledge and new information. Be able to formulate hypotheses, and to collect and critically evaluate information for problem-solving, following the scientific method.

15. Be able to obtain and compile a medical history containing all relevant information.

16. Be able to carry out a comprehensive oral examination, including appropriate radiographic and supplementary diagnostic tests, as well as obtaining suitable clinical referrals.

17. Recognise the determinants of oral health in the population, including genetic factors as well as those related to lifestyle, demographics, the environment, social, economic, psychological and cultural factors.

18. Recognise the role of the dentist in the prevention and protection against oral diseases, as well as in the maintenance and promotion of health, at both individual and community levels.

19. Be familiar with the National Health Service, as well as the basic aspects of health legislation, clinical management and the appropriate use of health resources, understanding the importance of the dentist’s role within the primary healthcare system.

Specific

1. Understand the scientific method and possess the critical thinking skills to evaluate established knowledge and new information.

2. Understand the scientific principles of sterilisation, disinfection and antisepsis necessary to prevent cross-infection in dental practice.

3. Understand the dangers of ionising radiation and its effects on biological tissues, together with the legislation governing its use. Manage oral radiodiagnostic facilities.

4. To take the X-rays required in dental practice, interpret the images obtained and be familiar with other relevant diagnostic imaging techniques.

5. Understand clinical and laboratory diagnostic procedures and tests, recognise their reliability and diagnostic validity, and be competent in interpreting their results.

6. Recognise normal and pathological oral conditions, and be able to evaluate clinical signs.

7. Identify the main reason for the consultation and the history of the current condition. Compile a general clinical history of the patient and a clinical record that accurately reflects the patient’s records.

8. Understand the behavioural and communication sciences that facilitate dental practice.

9. Be able to handle, distinguish between and select the appropriate materials and instruments in dentistry.

10. Understand dental biomaterials: their handling, properties, indications, allergies, biocompatibility, toxicity, waste disposal and environmental impact.

11. Understand the National Health Service, as well as the basic aspects of health legislation, clinical management and the appropriate use of healthcare resources, recognising the importance of the dentist’s role within primary healthcare.

12. Understand and use the basic equipment and instruments required for dental practice.

13. Apply the principles of ergonomics in dental practice, both individually and as part of a team where appropriate, as well as the principles of occupational risk prevention associated with dental practice.

14. Provide a holistic approach to oral care and apply the principles of health promotion and the prevention of oral diseases.

15. To educate and motivate patients regarding the prevention of oral diseases, to manage pathogenic oral habits, to instruct them on proper oral hygiene, on dietary and nutritional measures, and, in short, on all methods of maintaining oral health.

16. Understand the effects of tobacco on oral health and participate in measures to assist patients who wish to give up smoking; likewise, understand the complex interactions between environmental, social and behavioural factors and oral and general health.

17. Understand the procedures for conducting oral health assessments in the community and be able to interpret the results.

18. Understand the implications of demographic and epidemiological trends for dental practice.

19. Understand the organisation and provision of oral health care in the community, in both the private and public sectors, as well as general healthcare, and the role of the dentist in these areas.

20. To develop and implement oral health programmes and to understand the inter-institutional and inter-professional coordination required for their implementation.

5-LEARNING OUTCOMES

1. Students will critically evaluate articles and information in accordance with scientific methodology.

2. Students will understand and apply the methods of sterilisation, disinfection and antisepsis necessary to prevent cross-infection in dental practice.

3. Students will be familiar with clinical and laboratory diagnostic procedures and tests, understand their reliability and diagnostic validity, and be competent in interpreting their results.

4. Students will be able to recognise normal and pathological oral conditions, as well as to evaluate clinical signs.

5. Students will be competent in taking a general clinical history of the patient and compiling a clinical record that accurately reflects the patient’s records, identifying the main reason for the consultation and monitoring and managing the history of the current illness.

6. Students will be familiar with the behavioural sciences and communication skills required for clinical dental practice.

7. Students will be familiar with the National Health Service, as well as the basic aspects of health legislation, clinical management and the appropriate use of healthcare resources, understanding the importance of the dentist’s role within the Primary Healthcare system.

8. Students will be competent in providing a holistic approach to oral care and applying the principles of health promotion and the prevention of oral diseases.

9. Students will be competent in educating and motivating patients regarding the prevention of oral diseases, controlling pathogenic oral habits, providing guidance on proper oral hygiene, dietary and nutritional measures and, in short, on all methods of maintaining oral health.

10. Students will know how to inform, motivate and educate patients to give up smoking by developing prevention programmes.

11. Students will be familiar with the procedures for carrying out oral health assessments in the community and will know how to interpret the results.

12. Students will understand the implications of demographic and epidemiological trends for dental practice and will be able to design and implement oral health programmes, taking into account the inter-institutional and inter-professional coordination required for their implementation.

13. Students will understand the role of the dentist within the healthcare professions, working alongside other healthcare professionals and members of the dental team

14. Students will recognise the patient as the centre of care and that all interactions – including prevention, diagnosis, planning, treatment delivery and maintenance – must be in the patient’s best interests, avoiding any form of discrimination and respecting confidentiality.

15. Students will be competent in identifying signs and behaviours that suggest the possible existence of abuse.

16. Students will undertake clinical placements, applying their knowledge of prevention and oral health, as well as familiarising themselves with and learning to use the equipment and instruments required for their level of study.

17. Students will be familiar with radiographic techniques and other diagnostic imaging techniques relevant to their profession, and will be able to carry out radiographic examinations and interpret the images obtained. They will also be able to use photography as a diagnostic tool in the patient’s medical history.

18. Students will apply all ethical principles, showing respect for patients and colleagues without prejudice relating to cultural diversity, language, opportunities or gender. They will recognise and take appropriate action in the event of misconduct by other healthcare professionals and assist patients.

19. Students will be familiar with the principles of occupational risk prevention associated with dental practice, as well as the ergonomic principles of dental work.

20. Students will have knowledge of the application of the legal and administrative aspects of clinical practice, including the completion of medical records and medico-legal documents.

Competencies

01 – Understand the scientific method and possess the critical ability to evaluate established knowledge and

new information

02 - To understand the scientific principles of sterilisation, disinfection and antisepsis necessary to prevent

in dental practice.

03 - Understand the dangers of ionising radiation and its effects on biological tissues, together with the legislation governing

its use. To manage oral radiodiagnostic facilities.

04 - Take the X-rays required in dental practice, interpret the images obtained and be familiar with other

imaging techniques relevant

05 - Understand clinical and laboratory diagnostic procedures and tests, recognise their reliability and diagnostic validity

and be competent in interpreting their results.

06 - Recognise normal and pathological oral conditions, and evaluate clinical signs

07 - Identify the main reason for the consultation and the history of the current condition. Compile a general clinical history of the

patient and a clinical record that accurately reflects the patient’s records

08 - Understand the behavioural and communication sciences that facilitate dental practice.

09 - Handle, distinguish between and select the appropriate materials and instruments in dentistry

10 - Understand dental biomaterials: their handling, properties, indications, allergies, biocompatibility, toxicity,

waste disposal and environmental impact

11 - Understand the National Health Service as well as the basic aspects of health legislation, clinical management and

the appropriate use of healthcare resources, whilst understanding the importance of the dentist’s role in the field of

Primary Health Care

12 - To understand and use the basic equipment and instruments required for dental practice

13 - Apply the principles of ergonomics in dental practice, both individually and as part of the

where appropriate, as well as the principles of occupational risk prevention associated with dental practice

14 - Provide a holistic approach to oral care and apply the principles of health promotion and the prevention of

oral diseases.

15 - Educate and motivate patients regarding the prevention of oral diseases, monitor

, instruct them on proper oral hygiene, dietary and nutritional measures, and, in short, on

all methods of maintaining oral health

16 - Understand the effects of tobacco on oral health and participate in measures to assist patients who wish to give up

smoking habit; furthermore, to understand the complex interactions between environmental, social and behavioural factors and

oral and general health.

17 - Understand the procedures involved in conducting oral health assessments within the community and be able to interpret the

results.

18 - Understand the implications of demographic and epidemiological trends for dental practice

19 - Understand the organisation and provision of oral health care in the community, at both the private and

public sectors, as well as general healthcare and the role of the dentist in these areas.

20 - To develop and implement oral health programmes and understand the inter-institutional and inter-professional coordination required

for their implementation

21 - Understand the ethical, deontological, legislative and administrative principles governing the dental profession and their

application in management and clinical practice, as well as understanding the organisation, powers and functions of the

. Complete all types of medical-legal documents and records

22 - Understand the role of the dentist within the healthcare professions and work with other healthcare professionals and other

members of the dental team.

23 - Recognise that the patient is the centre of care and that all interactions, including prevention, diagnosis,

planning and delivery of treatment and maintenance, must be in the patient’s best interests, avoiding any form of discrimination

and respecting confidentiality

24 - Identify signs and behaviours that may suggest the possible existence of abuse.

Learning outcomes

1. The student critically evaluates articles and information using the scientific method.

2. The student applies methods of sterilisation, disinfection and antisepsis for preventive purposes.

3. Students will become familiar with radiographic techniques and other relevant diagnostic imaging techniques.

4. Students will be able to use photographs as an important component of the clinical history.

5. Students will take the X-rays required for dental practice and interpret the images obtained.

6. Students will be able to manage oral radiodiagnostic facilities.

7. Students will be able to correctly interpret the results of diagnostic tests and procedures.

8. Students will be able to recognise normal and pathological oral conditions, as well as to evaluate clinical signs.

9. The student is competent in compiling a general clinical history of the patient and a clinical record that accurately reflects the patient’s records, identifying

the main reason for the consultation and monitoring and tracking the history of the current illness.

10. The student is familiar with the behavioural sciences and communication skills required for dental practice.

11. The student is able to handle, distinguish between and select the appropriate materials and instruments used in dentistry.

12. The student is familiar with and knows how to use the equipment required for dental practice.

13. The student is familiar with dental biomaterials: their handling, properties and environmental impact.

14. The student is familiar with the National Health Service, the basic aspects of health legislation, clinical management and the appropriate use of resources.

15. Students are competent in applying the principles of ergonomics in dental work, both individually and as part of a team.

16. The student is familiar with the principles of occupational risk prevention associated with dental practice.

17. The student is competent in providing a holistic approach to oral care and in applying the principles of health promotion and the prevention

of oral diseases.

18. The student is competent in educating and motivating patients regarding the prevention of oral diseases, monitoring

, instructing them on proper oral hygiene, dietary and nutritional measures and, in short, on all methods of

maintaining oral health.

19. The student knows how to inform, motivate and educate patients to give up smoking by developing prevention programmes.

20. The student is familiar with the procedures aimed at assessing the oral health of the community.

21. The student understands the implications of demographic and epidemiological trends for dental practice, and is able to develop and implement

and understanding the inter-institutional and inter-professional coordination required for their implementation.

22. The student will have knowledge of the application of the legal and administrative aspects of management and clinical practice.

23. The student is familiar with the organisation, remit and functions of professional bodies.

24. The student completes all types of medical and legal documents and records.

25. Students will understand the role of the dentist within the healthcare professions, working as part of a team with other healthcare professionals and other members

of the dental team.

26. Students will recognise that the patient is the focus of care and that all interactions, including prevention, diagnosis, planning and

treatment delivery and maintenance, must be in the patient’s best interests, avoiding any form of discrimination and respecting confidentiality.

27. The student is competent in showing respect for patients and colleagues without prejudice relating to gender, diversity of background and opportunity,

language or culture.

28. The student is competent in recognising and taking appropriate action in the event of misconduct by other healthcare professionals and in supporting their

patients.

29. The student is competent in identifying signs and behaviours that suggest the possible existence of abuse.

30. The student will undertake clinical placements, applying their knowledge of prevention and oral health.

Course content

1. GENERAL CONCEPTS IN PREVENTIVE DENTISTRY:

Concepts of health. Determinants of health. Quality of life. Levels of prevention. Levels of application. Relationship between them. The oral environment; the oral ecosystem and microbiome. Dental plaque: definition and morphogenesis. Chemical and microbial composition. Intra- and extracellular metabolism of dental plaque. Dental calculus: chemical composition and formation.

2. PREVENTIVE DENTISTRY: DENTAL CARIES.

Prevalence. Epidemiology. Aetiopathogenesis. Clinical presentation. Diagnosis. Treatment. Prevention. Fluoride. Saliva.

3. PREVENTIVE DENTISTRY. PERIODONTAL DISEASE:

Periodontal disease. Etiopathogenesis and risk factors. Periodontal disease. Diagnosis and prevention. Classification of periodontal diseases. Gingivitis and periodontitis. Prevention of peri-implant pathology.

4. PREVENTIVE DENTISTRY. OTHER ORAL AND DENTAL DISEASES:

Precancerous lesions. Prevention of malignant oral tumours. Prevention of malocclusions. Prevention of oral trauma and enamel disorders.

5. INFECTIOUS DISEASES IN THE DENTAL PRACTICE:

Risk factors associated with dental treatments. Control of communicable diseases in the dental practice. Disinfection and sterilisation.

6. COMMUNITY DENTISTRY: Community dentistry. Principles and applications. Planning. Health economics. Oral health services, management, organisation and administration. Health education. Applications in oral health.

3-TRAINING ACTIVITIES

The training activities designed to enable students to acquire the intended competences will be as follows:

1) Lecture: Explanation of theoretical principles, using IT tools.

2) Virtual Campus: Programmes, documentation, practical protocols, useful links, problem-solving, self-assessment tests, forums, gamification, Wiki, announcements.

3) Individual and group tutorials: Guidance and clarification of queries. Supervision of assignments/case studies and presentations. Monitoring of learning progress.

4) Assessment and examination: Oral and written tests/exams; assessment of laboratory practicals. Continuous assessment.

5) Independent study: Study. Literature review. Preparation of assignments/case studies and presentations.

6) Pre-clinical practical sessions: Practical application in the laboratory of the knowledge acquired. Acquisition of the intended practical and clinical skills, abilities and competences.

Training activities

1) LECTURES (SS): Explanation of theoretical principles, using IT tools. (1 hour per week)

2) LABORATORIES (LB): Practical application of the knowledge acquired in a laboratory setting. Acquisition of skills and competencies. (1 hour per week)

3) VIRTUAL CAMPUS: Programmes, documentation, practical protocols, useful links, problem-solving, self-assessment tests, forums, blog, Wiki, notices.

4) TUTORIALS (individual and group): Guidance and clarification of queries. Supervision of assignments/case studies and presentations. Monitoring of learning progress.

5) INDEPENDENT STUDY: Study. Literature review. Preparation of assignments/case studies and presentations.

6) ASSESSMENT: Oral and written tests/exams, laboratory practical assessment tests. Continuous assessment.

Assessment system and criteria

The Preventive and Community Medicine module comprises three types of activities: continuous assessment, lectures, and practical sessions in pre-clinical laboratories.

A-CONTINUOUS ASSESSMENT

-. Theory

Continuous assessment activities are marked each term and include: test papers, attendance and participation in classes, and self-assessment of topics through a literature review and in-class presentation at the end of each term.

A.1. CONTINUOUS ASSESSMENT OF THEORY: MID-TERM EXAMS

A mid-term test will be held in each term covering the part of the syllabus from the lectures delivered up to that point. It does not result in failure.

The type of test is described in the course announcement; it may be a multiple-choice test, short-answer questions, etc.

Passing this termly test is worth up to 0.5 marks towards the official termly examination for that term, provided a minimum of 4 marks is achieved in that official termly examination.

A.2. CONTINUOUS ASSESSMENT: CLASS ATTENDANCE

Attendance at classes and participation in theory sessions totalling 65 per cent or more per term will count for 0.8 marks in the official term-end examination for that term, provided a minimum score of 4 is achieved in that official term-end examination.

A.3. CONTINUOUS ASSESSMENT: LECTURE WORK

At the end of each term, students may undertake a literature review on a topic related to the course (chosen by the lecturer in charge of the sessions) and subsequently defend and present it in class using PowerPoint, Cambra, etc. The guidelines, marking scheme and requirements for this assignment are available on the course portal. The lecturer in charge of the sessions will mark the student’s assignment on a scale of 0 to 0.7 marks, which will be added to the official mark for that term, provided the student achieves a minimum of 4 in the official term exam.

B: PRACTICAL SESSIONS

To qualify for continuous assessment, in addition to meeting the compulsory attendance requirements, students must have a practical workbook containing the completed activities and signed off by the practical tutor; this will enable students to sit a qualifying exam in December for BLOCK I and another in May for BLOCK II

To be eligible to sit each final exam, students may only have two justified absences per block. Justification for absences must be provided within a maximum of 72 hours following the absence; justification provided after this period will result in the absence being counted as an UNjustified absence. Failure to bring the required materials, arriving more than 10 minutes late, not wearing a lab coat, or failing to complete and hand in the lab notebook will be considered ONE absence for that block.

The practical sessions for this module are divided into two blocks, one per term.

These practical assessments may include multiple-choice questions, images, essay questions, short answers, oral questions or exercises. The type of assessment will be published in the relevant examination notice.

The final mark for Practical Work will be the average of the marks achieved in the two BLOCKS; marks cannot be averaged between them. Both blocks must be passed separately with a mark of 5.

C: THEORETICAL PART

JANUARY EXAM SESSION Theory

All correctly enrolled students are invited to sit the THEORY exam in January; this will consist of a test of 40 to 50 questions, with negative marking whereby each incorrect answer deducts 0.3333.

REGULAR JUNE EXAM SESSION – Theory

All duly enrolled students will be invited to sit the exam for the Ordinary June Session, covering the syllabus from the lectures. The specific format of this multiple-choice exam will be determined when the exam is announced.

Possible scenarios:

a. If the student passed and was exempted from the theory section in January: the student will only be examined on the theory content corresponding to the second term, and may contribute marks from continuous assessment under the same conditions as in the first term.

b. If the student did not pass or was not exempted from the January exam, they must sit the exam covering the full content of the module. The continuous assessment marks for the second term’s theory component will be retained for this theory mark if the conditions described are met.

The exam may cover both the first and second terms together or separately; the marks for one term do not count towards the other if both terms have not been passed.

JUNE REGULAR EXAM SESSION – PRACTICAL WORK:

Students who have not passed any of the MODULES of the practical part of the module through continuous assessment during the academic year will sit the Ordinary June Examination under the following circumstances:

A. Those who have met the attendance requirements for practical sessions and successfully completed the content of these sessions during the academic year, but who did not pass one of the two practical examinations at the time: they must sit a final examination in June covering only the block they failed.

B. Students who, in either of the two modules, have exceeded the permitted number of absences for justified reasons and were therefore unable to sit the module assessment, may also sit a final exam for that unpassed module.

C. Students with repeated absences in either of the two practical modules, (more than 6 absences) will not be eligible for continuous assessment and must sit a written theoretical-practical examination in June to pass that part of the module; this will preferably take place on the day of the THEORY examination session. This written examination may take the form of multiple-choice questions, short-answer questions, or an essay or practical exercise.

Furthermore, as they have not attended the relevant practical training during the academic year, these students will be required to undertake an oral assessment of practical skills during the examination session; this may take place on the same day as the theory exam.

EXTRAORDINARY JULY EXAM SESSION – PRACTICAL MODULE

Students who have not passed both practical modules in the ordinary June examination session must pass them in a single written practical examination, in addition to the oral examination for those who have one outstanding.

If any part of the module is failed in the July extraordinary examination session, the mark for the passed part will not be carried over to the following academic year; the full module must be retaken and passed again.

No. Title Weighting

1 Laboratory Practical Assessment 30%

2 Course Activities: Research projects, literature reviews. Regular assessments of knowledge acquisition. Attitude, attendance, punctuality, participation, engagement and collaboration in seminars and tutorials. 20%

3 Assessment Test/Final Theoretical Examination 50%

To pass the module, students must:

1. To have successfully completed all the scheduled learning activities.

2. To have achieved a positive continuous assessment mark.

3. To have completed all laboratory practicals.

4. Have passed the practical assessment tests/exams (LB).

5. Have attended 65% of classes

Timetable

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Bibliography

Core:

1. Cuenca Sala, Emili

Preventive and Community Dentistry: Principles, Methods and Applications

Barcelona: Masson, 2005. 2005.

ISBN: 8445815172

2.- Rioboo García, Rafael

Preventive Dentistry and Community Dentistry

Madrid: Avances Médico-Dentales, 2002. 2002.

ISBN: 9788487922381

Objectives

1. GENERAL:

1. To understand the concept of health, including its various aspects, and the importance of maintaining it by adopting healthy lifestyle habits and avoiding exposure to risk factors, whilst extending this knowledge to the wider society.

2. To understand the fundamentals of the various general processes that may accompany or lead to the transition from health to illness: infections, congenital disorders, immune system disorders, cancer, mechanisms of disease, and functional disorders.

3. To know and understand the fundamentals of the most common human diseases: concept, pathophysiology, main aetiologies, characteristic clinical signs, diagnostic methods, prevention and their general therapeutic principles.

4. To become familiar with the main approaches aimed at establishing a proper, empathetic relationship between the healthcare professional and the patient, in both technical and personal terms.

5. To learn to recognise the importance of knowledge of human pathology in the training of future dentists, which will subsequently, in the course of their professional practice, facilitate and improve the quality of their work and prevent complications associated with systemic pathologies linked to oral processes. Of particular importance in this regard is the systematic and accurate compilation of the clinical history and its integration into the patient’s dental care process

6. To learn to integrate, in a reasoned manner, knowledge relating to various pathologies with the ethical principles and standards inherent in dental practice.

II. SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES:

7. To apply the knowledge acquired in medical pathology, adopting a holistic view of disease, to achieve a better understanding of and guidance for patients with oral diseases.

8. To be familiar with the technical procedures required to adopt an appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic approach, with the aim of restoring the patient’s health in the best possible way.

9. To master the presentation of scientific topics and the analysis of clinical case studies

Prerequisites

1. Basic knowledge of human anatomy and physiology

2. User-level computer skills.

3. Basic knowledge of the English language

Competencies

1. GENERAL:

1.1. To promote independent learning of new

knowledge and skills, as well as a commitment to quality at

any level and on an ongoing basis.

1.2. To understand, critically evaluate and know how to use sources of

clinical and biomedical information, in order to: obtain, organise, interpret

and communicate information, both scientific and health-related.

1.3. To understand the scientific method and possess the critical ability to evaluate,

both established knowledge and any new

information that emerges, whilst being able to formulate hypotheses.

To gather and critically evaluate information for problem-solving

problems, following the scientific method.

1.4. To understand the general concepts relating to the mechanisms

of disease in the human body (infection, immune system disorders

, congenital conditions, neoplasms, metabolic disorders)

and its response (pain, fever, etc.).

1.5. Be familiar with: pathophysiology, symptomatology, diagnosis

and treatment of the most significant human pathologies,

particularly those that affect the oral cavity.

1.6. Know how to obtain the necessary data to compile a

accurate medical history containing all relevant information, both

dental and systemic, relating to the patient.

1.7. Be able to carry out a thorough clinical examination, focusing primarily

on the cervico-oral region (lymphadenopathy, tumours, lesions, etc.) and the

requesting the necessary supplementary diagnostic tests, depending on the

condition, to guide the diagnosis, as well as obtaining

appropriate clinical referrals.

1.8. Be able to form an initial diagnostic assessment and

establish a reasoned diagnostic strategy, whilst being competent

in recognising situations requiring

.

1.9. Recognise life-threatening situations and know how to perform

basic life-support manoeuvres.

1.10 Know how to respond to serious situations that threaten human life, which

may arise in daily life (collapses, serious road traffic

, heart attacks, choking, etc.), the

initial assessment and assistance measures, until the arrival of

healthcare professionals.

1.11 Identify and propose appropriate preventive measures for the

most common clinical situations.

1.12. Be able to demonstrate the appropriate level of empathy,

necessary between the patient and the healthcare professional

1.13. Be able to draw up a continuing professional development plan,

which will contribute to their ongoing professional and

personal development.

1.14. To be familiar with eating disorders that may be

related to oral conditions.

2. SPECIFIC:

2.1. To understand the general processes of illness, healing and repair, including

which include: infection, inflammation, haemorrhage and

coagulation, wound healing, trauma and immune system disorders

immune system, degeneration, neoplasia, metabolic disorders and

genetic disorders.

2.2. To understand the general pathological characteristics of the

diseases and disorders affecting the organ systems.

2.3. To understand the oral manifestations of

systemic diseases.

2.4. To recognise and manage the most

in dental practice and in

basic cardiopulmonary resuscitation.

2.5. To acquire knowledge regarding proper clinical examination

examination, both general and specific to the various organs and

systems.

2.6. To be familiar with the most significant medical conditions, together with the

most commonly used complementary diagnostic and therapeutic

.

2.7. To develop and implement an effective strategy for the prevention

of emergencies and urgent cases, both medical and dental, in the

dental practice

Learning outcomes

1. The student is familiar with the main clinical manifestations—both objective and