Periodontology Syllabus for 2014-2015
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Course

DHYG-1311-001 Periodontology

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Course Description

Normal and diseased periodontium including the structural, functional and environmental factors. Emphasis on etiology, pathology, treatment modalities and therapeutic and preventive periodontics.

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(3 sem hrs; 3 lec)

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Textbooks

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\ 1.  Foundations of Periodontics for the Dental Hygienist , Jill S. Nield-Gehrig and Donald E. Willmann.  Wolters Kluwer/Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, 2011

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End-of-Course Outcomes

Contrast normal and abnormal periodontium; analyze the etiology and pathology of periodontal diseases; differentiate treatment modalities used for therapy and prevention; and interpret periodontal assessment data to develop a dental hygiene care plan.

Course Meeting Days and Times

Lecture:  Tuesday 2:00 - 5:00

WCJH 111

Course Instructor

Name:  Donna Cleere, RDH, M.Ed.

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Office Location:  WCJH Room 123

Office Phone:  806-354-6064

Campus E-Mail Address:  dkcleere@actx.edu

Office Hours:  As Posted on Office Door

Learning Objectives

Chapter objectives will coordinate with the materials presented in lecture, handouts, reading assignments, and exams.  The student will know that these objectives have been successfully completed if he or she earns a final course grade of "C" or higher as evaluated by the instructor.

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• as demonstrated, discussed in the clinic/lab  experience
• as given in handouts
• as stated in course texts

Learning Objectives for Chapter 1

1.  Learn and recognize the clinical features of periodontal health.

2.  Describe the function that each tissue serves in the periodontium, including the gingiva, periodontal ligament, cementum, and alveolar bone.

3.  Identify the tissues of the periodontium on an unlabeled drawing depicting the periodontium in a cross section.

4.  Describe the position and contours of the alveolar crest of the alveolar bone in health.

5.   Describe the nerve and blood supply to the periodontium.

6.   Explain the role of the lymphatic system in the health of the periodontium.

7.   Define the key terms in this chapter.

Learning Objectives for Chapter 2

1. Define the term epithelial tissue and describe its function in the body.

2.  List and define the layers that comprise the stratified squamous epithelium of the skin.

3.   Define keratin and describe its function in the epithelium.

4.   Define the term cell junction and describe its function in the epithelial tissues.

5.   Compare and contrast the terms desmosome and hemidesmosome.

6.  Describe the epithelium-connective tissue interface found in most tissues of the body, such as the interface between epithelium and connective tissues of the skin.

7.   Describe the function of connective tissue in the body.

8.   List and recognize the histologic features of periodontal health.

9.   List and define the layers that comprise the stratified squamous epithelium of the gingiva.

10.   Identify the three anatomical areas of the gingival epithelium on an unlabeled drawing of the anatomical areas of the gingival epithelium.

11.  Define the term oral epithelium and describe its location and function in the gingival epithelium.

12.   Define the term junctional epithelium and describe its location and function in the gingival epithelium.

13.  State which of the anatomical areas of the gingival epithelium have an uneven, wavy epithelium-connective tissue interface in health and which have a smooth junction in health.

14.  State the level of keratinization present in each of the three anatomical areas of the gingival epithelium (keratinized, nonkeratinized, or parakeratinized).

15.   Identify the enamel, gingival connective tissue, junctional epithelium, internal basal lamina, external basal lamina, epithelial cells, desmosomes, and hemidesmosomes on an unlabeled drawing depicting the microscopic anatomy of the junctional epithelium and surrounding tissues.

16.  Describe the function of the gingival connective tissue.

17.  Define the term supragingival fiber bundles and decribe their function in the periodontium.

18.  Define the term periodontal ligament and describe its function in the periodontium.

19.   Identify the principle fiber groups of the periodontal ligament on an unlabeled drawing.

20.   Define the term Sharpey fibers.

21.   Define the term cementum and describe its function in the periodontium.

22.  State the three relationships that the cementum may have in relation to the enamel at the cementoenamel junction.

23.  Define the term alveolar bone and describe its function in the periodontium.

24.  Define the key terms in this chapter.

Learning Objectives for Chapter 3

1.  Define the term cementum and describe its function in the periodontium.

2.  State the three relationships that the cementun may have in relation to the enamel at the cementoenamel junction.

3.  Define the term alveolar bone and describe its function in the periodontium.

4.  Define the term pathogenesis.

5.  Define the term periodontal disease and contrast it with the term periodontitis.

6.  Name and define the two types of periodontal disease.

7.  Compare and contrast the clinical and histologic characteristics of the periodontium in health, gingivitis, and periodontitis.

8.  Describe the sequential development of inflammatory periodontal disease.

9.  Describe the position of the crest of the alveolar bone in gingivitis.

10.  Describe the position of the junctional epithelium in health, gingivitis, and periodontitis.

11.  Describe the epithelial-connective tissue junction in health, gingivitis, and periodontitis.

12.  Explain why there is a band of intact transseptal fibers even in the presence of severe bone loss.

13.  Describe the progressive destruction of alveolar bone loss that occurs in periodontitis.

14.  Compare and contrast horizontal and vertical bone loss.

15.  Describe the pathway of inflammation that occurs in horizontal bone loss.

16.  Describe the pathway of inflammation that occurs in vertical bone loss.

17.  Define the terms active disease site and inactive disease site.

18.  Define the term attachment loss.

19.  Define the term gingival pocket.  Explain why a gingival pocket sometimes is referred to as a false pocket.

20.  Define the term periodontal pocket.

21.  Name the two types of periodontal pockets.

22.  Given a drawing of a periodontal pocket, determine whether the pocket illustrated is a suprabony or infrabony pocket.

23.  Define the key terms in this chapter.

Learning Objectives for Chapter 4

1.  List, describe, and differentiate the various periodontal diseases according to the 1999 classification system established by the American Academy of Periodontology.

2.  Define and contrast the terms gingival disease, periodontal disease, and periodontitis. 

3.  Define and contrast the terms plaque-induced gingival diseases and non-plaque-induced gingival lesions.

4.  Define and contrast the terms chronic periodontitis and aggressive periodontitis.

5.  Define the key terms in this chapter.

Learning Objectives for Chapter 5

1.  Describe the variables associated with periodontal disease that an epidemiologist might include in a research study.

2.  Define prevalence and incidence as measurements of disease within a population.

3.  Discuss historical and current theories associated with the progression of periodontal disease.

4.  Describe how clinical dental hygiene practice can be affected by epidemiological research.

5.  Define the key terms in this chapter.

Learning Objectives for Chapter 6

1.  Define the terms innocuous, pathogenic, virulent, Gram-positive, and Gram-negative.

2.  Recognize that not all bacteria are equally capable of causing periodontal disease.

3.  Define the term biofilm and explain the advantages to a bacterium of living in a biofilm.

4.  Name the three bacteria designated by The World Workshop in Periodontology as periodontal pathogens.

5.  Identify bacteria associated with health, gingival diseases, and periodontitits.

6.  Describe how the numbers of bacteria vary from health to disease in the periodontium.

7.  Name and describe the components of the biofilm structure.

8.  Explain the significance of the extracellular slime layer to a bacterial microcolony.

9.  Explain the purpose of the fluid channels in a biofilm.

10.  Define coaggregation and explain its significance in bacterial colonization of the tooth surface.

11.  Explain why systemic antibiotics and antimicrobial agents are not effective in eliminating dental plaque biofilms.

12.  State the most effective ways to control dental plaque biofilms.

13.  Explain why frequent periodontal instrumentation is vital in the control of dental plaque biofilms located within periodontal pockets.

14.  Define the key terms in this chapter.

Learning Objectives for Chapter 7

1.  Define the terms pathogenecity and local contributing factors.

2.  Identify local etiologic factors that contribute to the retention and accumulation of microbial plaque biofilm.

3.  Explain the meaning of the phrase "pathogenicity of plaque biofilm".

4.  Identify and differentiate the location, composition, modes of attachment, mechanisms of mineralization, and pathogenic potential of supragingival and subgingival calculus deposits.

5.  Describe four local contributing factors that can lead to direct damage to the periodontium.

6.  Define the key terms in this chapter.

Learning Objectives for Chapter 8

1.  Describe the role of trauma from occlusion as a contributing factor in periodontal disease.

2.  Define the term immune system and name its primary function.

3.  Define the term inflammation and name two events that can trigger the inflammatory response.

4.  Name the five classic symptoms of acute inflammation and explain what events in the tissues result in these classic symptoms.

5.  Compare and contrast acute inflammation and chronic inflammation.

6.  Define the term phagocytosis and describe the steps in this process.

7.  Describe the role of polymorphonuclear leukocytes in the immune system.

8.  Describe the role of macrophages in the immune system.

9.  Contrast the terms macrophage and monocyte.

10.  Describe the role of B lymphocytes in the immune system.

11.  Describe the role of T lymphocytes in the immune system.

12.  Decribe the three ways that antibodies participate in the host defense.

13.  Define the term inflammatory mediator.

14.  Define the complement system and explain its principle functions in the immune response.

15.  Define the key terms in this chapter.

Learning Objectives for Chapter 9

1.  Define the term immune system and name its primary function.

2.  Define the term biochemical mediator and name three types of mediators.

3.  Describe the tissue destruction that can be initiated by the biochemical mediators secreted by immune cells.

4.  Describe the sequential development of periodontal disease.

5.  Describe the role of the host response in the severity and tissue destruction seen in periodontitis.

6.  Explain immunologic interactions of the host in periodontal diseases.

7.  Describe and differentiate the mechanisms of tissue destruction in periodontal disease.

8.  Describe and discuss current knowledge of the immunopathology of periodontal disease.

9.  Define the key terms in this chapter.

Learning Objectives for Chapter 10

1.  Describe systemic factors that may modify or amplify the host response to periodontal pathogens.

2.  Discuss the implications of diabetes on the periodontium.

3.  Define the term osteoporosis and discuss the link between skeletal osteoporosis and alveolar bone loss in the jaw.

4.  Discuss how hormone alterations may affect the periodontium.

5.  Define the term pregnancy-associated pyogenic granuloma.

6.  Explain how abnormalities of polymorphonuclear leukocytes may affect the body's response to periodontal pathogens.

7.  Describe the genetic and physical characteristics of Down syndrome.

8.  Discuss the implications of Down syndrome on the periodontium.

9.  Define the term drug-influenced gingival enlargement.

10.  Name three medications that can cause gingival enlargement.

11.  Define the key terms in this chapter.

Learning Objectives for Chapter 11

1.  Discuss the implications of smoking on periodontal health status.

2.  Discuss the implications of smoking on the host response to periodontal disease.

3.  Discuss the effects of smoking on periodontal treatment outcomes.

4.  Discuss the current theories as to why smokers have more periodontal disease than nonsmokers.

5.  Explain why tobacco cessation counseling is a valuable part of patient care in the dental setting.

6.  Define the key terms in this chapter.

Learning Objectives for Chapter 12

1.  Define the term biologic equilibrium and discuss factors that can disrupt the balance between health and disease in the periodontium.

2.  Define and give examples of the term contributing risk factors.

3.  Define the key terms in this chapter.

Learning Objectives for Chapter 13

1.  Describe the characteristics of the gingiva in health.

2.  List clinical signs of gingival inflammation.

3.  Compare and contrast clinical features of healthy and inflamed gingival tissue.

4.  Explain the difference in color between acute and chronic inflammation.

5.  Differentiate between bulbous, blunted, and cratered papilla.

6.  Define the key terms in this chapter.

Learning Objectives for Chapter 14

1.  Name and define the two major subdivisions of gingival disease as established by the American Academy of Periodontology.

2.  Compare and contrast dental plaque - induced gingival disease and non-plaque-induced gingival lesions.

3.  Describe the clinical signs of inflammation you would expect to find in a patient with moderate plaque-induced gingivitis.

4.  List systemic factors that modify gingival disease.

5.  Name three types of medications that may cause gingival enlargement.

6.  Explain how the use of certain medications and malnutrition can modify gingival disease.

7.  Develop a list of suggestions for managing patients with primary herpetic gingivostomatitis.

8.  Define the key terms in this chapter.

Learning Objectives for Chapter 15

1. Name and define the three major categories of periodontitis.

2.  Recognize and describe clinical and radiographic features of chronic periodontitis.

3.  Define the term clinical attachment loss.

4.  List systemic factors that may be contributing factors to periodontitis.

5.  Define recurrent chronic periodontitis.

6.  Define refractory chronic periodontitis.

7.  Define the key terms in this chapter.

Learning Objectives for Chapter 16

1.  Compare and contrast the clinical and radiographic features of chronic periodontitis and aggressive periodontitis.

2.  Discuss the differences between ideal and reasonable treatment goals for aggressive periodontitis.

3.  Given the clinical and radiographic features for a patient with a history of aggressive periodontitis, determine if the disease is localized or generalized aggressive periodontitis.

4.  Define the key terms in this chapter.

Learning Objectives for Chapter 17

17.  Name and define the three major categories of periodontitis.

18.  Name and explain systemic or genetic factors that may contribute to the initiation and progression of periodontitis.

19.  Describe the impact of PMN (neutrophil) dysfunction on the periodontium.

20.  Define necrotizing periodontal diseases.

21.  Describe the tissue destruction that occurs in necrotizing periodontal diseases.

22.  Compare and contrast the clinical findings of necrotizing ulcerative gingivitis and necrotizing ulcerative periodontitis.

23.  Compare and contrast the tissue destruction in chronic periodontitis with that seen in necrotizing ulcerative periodontitis.

24.  Name several local factors that may contribute to the initiation and progression of periodontitis.

25.  Define secondary occlusal trauma and explain how it can lead to rapid bone loss.

26.  Define the key terms in this chapter.

Learning Objectives for Chapter 18

1.  Educate patients at risk for cardiovascular diseases about the possible impact of periodontal infection on cardiovascular health and encourage oral disease prevention and treatment services.

2.  Educate pregnant women and those planning pregnancy regarding the possible impact of periodontal infection on pregnancy outcomes and encourage preventive oral care and treatment services.

3.  Educate patients with diabetes about the probable bidirectional association between periodontal disease and diabetes and encourage oral disease prevention and treatment services.

4.  Educate family members and caregivers about the association between periodontal disease and pneumonia in health-compromised seniors residing in hospitals and long-term care. 

5.  Define the key terms in this chapter.

Learning Objectives for Chapter 19.

1.  Explain which members of the dental team are responsible for the clinical periodontal assessment.

2.  Compare and contrast a periodontal screening examination and a comprehensive periodontal assessment.

3.  Describe how to perform one type of periodontal screening examination.

4.  Name the components of a comprehensive periodontal assessment.

5.  Describe how to evaluate each component of a comprehensive periodontal assessment.

6.  Explain how to calculate the width of the attached gingiva.

7.  Explain how to calculate clinical attachment level given several different clinical scenarios.

8.  Define the key terms in this chapter.

Learning Objectives for Chapter 20.

1.  Recognize the radiographic characteristics of normal and abnormal alveolar bone.

2.  Recognize and describe early radiographic evidence of periodontal disease.

3.  Distinguish between vertical and horizontal alveolar bone loss.

4.  Recognize potential etiologic agents for periodontal disease radiographically.

5.  Gain practical experience in radiographic assessment by applying information from this chapter in the clinical setting.

6.  Define the key terms in this chapter.

Learning Objectives for Chapter 21

1.  Explain the possible relationship between vitamin D and calcium deficiency and periodontal disease.

2.  List some oral symptoms that can be seen in chronic or severe vitamin C deficiency.

3.  Explain the term ascorbic acid-deficiency gingivitis.

4.  List several nutrient deficiencies that may increase the risk for periodontal disease.

5.  Name two dietary factors that may increase the risk for periodontal disease in addition to specific nutrient deficiencies.

6.  Name three general functions of nutrients in maintaining periodontal health.

7.  Explain how nutritional counseling might be accomplished with a patient.

8.  Define the key terms in this chapter.

Learning Objectives for Chapter 23

1.  List the three fundamental diagnostic questions used when assigning a periodontal diagnosis.

2.  Explain how to arrive at appropriate answers to each of the fundamental diagnostic questions.

3.  Explain the difference between the terms signs of a disease and symptoms of a disease.

4.  Explain the term silent disease.

5.  Describe what is meant by the term clinical attachment loss.

6.  Describe the elements of a well written diagnosis for periodontitis.

7.  List the phases of treatment.

8.  Explain the term informed consent.

9.  List guidelines for obtaining informed consent.

10.  Define the key terms in this chapter.

Learning Objectives for Chapter 24

1.  Explain the term nonsurgical periodontal therapy.

2.  Name four goals for nonsurgical therapy.

3.  Write a typical plan for nonsurgical therapy for a patient with plaque-induced gingivitis.

4.  Explain the terms periodontal debridement and deplaquing.

5.  Describe the type of healing to be expected following successful instrumentation of root surfaces.

6.  Explain the origin of the condition called dental hypersensitivity.

7.  Describe a strategy for managing dentinal hypersensitivity during nonsurgical therapy.

8.  Explain why reevalation is a critical step during nonsurgical therapy.

9.  List steps in an appointment for reevaluation of the results of nonsurgical therapy.

10.  Describe three decisions made during the reevaluation appointment.

11.  Explain current American Academy of Periodontology recommendations for deciding which patients should be managed by a periodontist.

12.  Write a typical plan for nonsurgical therapy for a patient with slight chronic periodontitis.

13.  Define the key terms in this chapter.

Learning Objectives for Chapter 29

1.  Explain the term host modulation.

2.  Explain the potential importance of host modulation.

3.  Name some proinflammatory mediators.

4.  List three types of drugs that have been studied for use as possible host modulating agents.

5.  Explain why low dose doxycyclines are useful as host modulating agents.

6.  Explain the term sub-antibacterial dose.

7.  Make a list of treatment strategies for a periodontitis patient that includes host modulation.

8.  Define the key terms in this chapter.

Learning Objectives for Chapter 30

1.  List objectives for periodontal surgery.

2.  Explain the term relative contraindications for periodontal surgery.

3.  Define the terms repair, reattachment, new attachment, and regeneration.

4.  Explain the difference between healing by primary intention and healing by secondary intention.

5.  Explain the term elevation of a flap.

6.  Explain two methods for classification of periodontal flaps.

7.  Describe two types of incisions used during periodontal flaps.

8.  Describe healing following flap for access and open flap debridement.

9.  Describe the typical outcomes for apically positioned flap with osseous surgery.

10.  Define the terms ostectomy and osteoplasty.

11.  Define the terms osteoinductive and osteoconductive.

12.  Explain the terms autograft, allograft,  xenograft, and alloplast.

13.  Name two types of materials available for bone replacement grafts.

14.  Explain why a barrier material is used during guided tissue regeneration.

15.  Explain the term periodontal plastic surgery.

16.  List two types of crown lengthening surgery.

17.  List some disadvantages of gingivectomy.

18.  Describe the technique for a gingival curettage.

19.  Explain what is meant by biological enhancement of periodontal surgical outcomes.

20.  Name two broad categories of materials used for suturing periodontal wounds.

21.  Explain the term interrupted interdental suture.

22.  List general guidelines for suture removal.

23.  Describe the technique for periodontal dressing placement.

24.  List general guidelines for periodontal dressing management.

25.  Explain the important topics that should be covered in postsurgical instructions.

26.  List steps in a typical postsurgical visit.

27.  Define the key terms in this chapter.

Learning Objectives for Chapter 31

1.  Explain the term periodontal maintenance.

2.  List three objectives of periodontal maintenance.

3.  Describe how periodontal maintenance relates to other phases of periodontal treatment.

4.  Name useful procedures performed during a patient appointment for periodontal maintenance.

5.  Define the term baseline data.

6.  Describe guidelines for determining whether the general practice office or the periodontal office should provide periodontal maintenance for a particular patient.

7.  Describe how to establish an appropriate maintenance interval.

8.  Define the term recurrence of periodontitis.

9.  List clinical signs of recurrence of periodontitis.

10.  List reasons for recurrence of periodontitis.

11.  Explain the term compliance.

12.  Define the terms compliant patient and noncompliant patient.

13.  List reasons for noncompliance with periodontal maintenance recommendations.

14.  List strategies that can be used to improve patient compliance.

15.  Explain the term root caries.

16.  List recommendations for use of fluorides in the prevention of root caries

17.  Define the key terms in this chapter.

Learning Objectives for Chapter 32

1.  Define the term dental implant and describe the components of a typical dental implant restoration.

2.  Define the term peri-implant tissues.

3.  Compare and contrast the periodontium of a natural tooth with the peri-implant tissues that surround a dental implant.

4.  Discuss the special considerations for periodontal instrumentation of a dental implant.

5.  Describe an appropriate maintenance interval for a patient with dental implants.

6.  Define the terms osseointegration and biomechanical forces as they apply to dental implants.

7.  Define the key terms in this chapter.

Learning Objectives for Chapter 33

1.  Name and describe the three types of abscesses of the periodontium.

2.  Define the terms acute and circumscribed.

3.  List the possible causes of abscesses of the periodontium.

4.  Compare and contrast the abscess of the periodontium and the endodontic abscess.

5.  Outine the typical treatment steps for a gingival abscess and a periodontal abscess.

6.  Describe the clinical situation that can result in a pericoronal abscess.

7.  Outline the typical treatment for a pericoronal abscess ( pericoronitis).

8.  List the two types of necrotizing periodontal diseases.

9.  Describe the characteristics of necrotizing ulcerative gingivitis.

10.  Outline the typical treatment steps for necrotizing ulcerative gingivitis.

11.  Describe the symptoms of primary herpetic gingivostomatitis.

12.  Define the key terms in this chapter.

Learning Objectives for Chapter 34

1.  Understand the foundations of tort law and how it applies to the profession of dentistry.

2.  Define the term liability as it applies to provision of periodontal care.

3.  Identify situations in the dental office that trigger liability for dental hygienists.

4.  Define the terms intentional torts and negligence and give examples of each.

5.  Understand the importance of thoroughly documenting all periodontal treatment including treatment options, cancellations, patient noncompliance, refusal of treatment, and follow-up telephone calls.

6.  Define the terms insurance codes and insurance form and explain their use in periodontal care.

7.  Define the key terms in this chapter.

Learning Objectives for Chapter 35

1.  Describe some strategies in the management of periodontal patients that may evolve in the future.

Learning Objectives for Chapter 36

1.  Apply content from the chapters in your textbook to the decision-making questions for fictitious Patient Cases 1, 2 and 3

 

                                                                        

 

 

 

 

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A.  Weekly Quizzes, Outside Readings and Case Studies - Each will be valued at 100%  and will constutute 25% of your final grade.

 

B . Major Examinations - Each will be valued at 100 points and will constitue 50% of your final  grade.                                                                                                                                                                        

C. Comprehensive  Final Examination and will constitute 25% of your final grade.                                                                                                                

The final examination will be comprehensive in nature over all of the material covered during the semester.

The following grade scale applies throughout this course:

A    93-100%

B   83-92%

C  75-82%

F = Below 75%

Note:  A grade of "D" is not possible in this course.

Make-up Policy for Missed Work

If a student is absent on the day when a scored activity is given, the student may make-up the missed work as follows:

1.  It is the responsibility of the student to make arrangements with the instructor within 24 hours of returning from the absence to reschedule the examination.

2. The missed work must be made up within TWO Amarillo College school days where each day ends at 4:00 p.m.

3.   The make-up work may earn a maximum of 80% of the original point value.

4.  Note:  Weekly quizzes may not be made up in the event of an absence and a grade of "0" will be entered into the gradebook.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Attendance

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\ "Regular attendance is necessary for satisfactory achievement. Therefore, it is the responsibility of the student to attend class." ( Amarillo College Student's Rights and Responsibilites Publication)

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\ Regular attendance is necessary for satisfactory achievement.  Therefore it is the responsibility of the student to attend class.  Due to the tremendous amount of information contained in this course, the student who plans to succeed should also plan to attend all course sessions regularly and promptly. Without question, the instructor expects each student to be present at each session. Unfortunately, no one has ever developed a short cut, which will replace hours of actual experience needed to master a new skill; therefore, each student must be present to acquire the specific knowledge in this subject. 

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\ Absences will be monitored and evaluated to determine the student's final course grade. The  student may have no more than 1 absence in this course without affecting the final grade. Beginning with the 2nd absence, 2 points will be deducted from the final grade;  on the 3rd absence, 3 points will be deducted; on the 4th absence, 4 points will be deducted. On the occurrence of the 5th absence, the student will fail the course and be required to repeat the course.  Attendance will be taken at the beginning of each lecture/lab session.  Students not present when attendance is taken will be counted as absent.  The student is expected to be present in class at the time class/lab is scheduled to begin.  STUDENTS WHO ARE LATE TO CLASS OR LAB OR WHO LEAVE CLASS OR LAB EARLY, WILL BE COUNTED AS ABSENT.  The student will receive 2 bonus points to the final grade for  this course if the student has perfect attendance for the semester.
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Additional Information

http://www.actx.edu/resources/

This website was created to assist Amarillo College employees and students.  Many times, students come to us with individual concerns/situations that need to be addressed in order for the student to be successful in school.

This website can be used to find those needed resources for our students and their families.  Feel free to copy any of this information for a student and to refer students as needed.

Our goal is to provide as much information as possible for employees and students to be able to access campus and community resources when needed.  There are many more resources in this community that are not listed on these pages.  Some of these agencies and programs will change; so if you call and cannot get assistance or cannot access a broken link, please contact me for more updated information.  This website will be updated as often as possible; therefore, most will be current.  If the resources listed do not serve the needs you have or if you have any questions concerning this website, please call or email:  Jordan Herrera, LMSW, Coordinator of Social Services, 806-371-5439, http://jordan@amarillocollege.com