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| DSCI 659 |
Radiology
and Cephalometrics |
T. Bandeen |
| Day: F |
Time: 10-12 |
Place: Dunn |
Credit: 2 |
| The course
provides a thorough understanding of craniofacial radiographic techniques
with emphasis on cephalometric roentgenography. The course is designed
to acquaint the student with the use of radiographs, radiation hygiene,
radiographic evidence of pathology, and cephalometric techniques to
assure proficiency in technical skills and in interpretation as needed
for diagnostic procedures. This course consists of lecture and laboratory
instruction. |
| ORTH 655 |
Clinical
Specialty Seminars I |
Edward F.
Harris |
| Day: Th |
Time: 8-9 |
Place: Dunn |
Credit: 1 |
| This course
is a companion to clinical training in orthodontics and involves faculty
and student evaluations of historically significant as well as contemporary
orthodontic literature. All of the current research articles in the
key journals in orthodontics are reviewed as they are published. Key
historical literature is presented in lecture format by the graduate
students based on readings compiled by the faculty. The students are
also exposed to the historical development of orthodontics, additional
treatment philosophies through guest speakers, and new developments
in treatment. |
| ORTH 786 |
Scientific
Writing: Thesis |
Edward F.
Harris |
| Day: W |
Time: 4-5 |
Place: Dunn |
Credit: 1 |
| The theory
and practice of writing a scientifically based thesis are presented.
The purpose, structure, and style of all the parts of a thesis are
described. The practical application of this series of lectures is
the development of the student's thesis. |
| ORTH 840 |
Special
Topics |
Vaden |
| Day: TBA |
Time: TBA |
Place: TBA |
Credit: Variable
(1-5) |
| Directed
readings or special course in topics of current interest. Student
will select a specific topic. Approval must be obtained from student's
advisor and course instructor prior to enrollment. |
| ORTH 857 |
TMD
and Occlusal Concepts |
Joe Wasson |
| Day: TBA |
Time: TBA |
Place: TBA |
Credit: 1 |
| Orthodontic
treatment has many ramifications for the stomatognathic system. The
temporomandibular joint depends on proper occlusion for health and
function. This course requires the student to read the appropriate
literature, understand the intricacies of the interrelationship of
the occlusion and the TMJ, and apply these principles to the correction
of orthodontic malocclusion. |
| ORTH 858 |
Orthodontic
History and Ethics |
David Crowder |
| Day: TBA |
Time: TBA |
Place: TBA |
Credit: 1 |
| This course
is an introduction to the history of the development of the specialty
of orthodontics, with an emphasis on the personalities involved in
the development and evolution of the specialty. There are also ethical
dilemmas in orthodontics that are discussed and studied. |
| BIOE 811 |
Biostatistics
for the Health Sciences I |
Elizabeth
A. Tolley |
| Day: M, Tu,
F |
Time: 8-8:50 |
Place: 600
Doctors Office Bldg. 66
N. Pauline |
Credit: 3 |
| The first
semester material includes descriptive statistics, estimation, and
one and two sample hypothesis testing, including paired and unpaired
situations. Instruction includes assisting the student attain mastery-level
skill in data entry and use of SAS software system for statistical
analysis of data on the UT VAX. September through December. |
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Second Year
| DSCI 705 |
Advanced
Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology |
Kenneth M.
Anderson |
| Day: F |
Time: 7:30-9 |
Place: Dunn
C103 |
Credit: 1 |
| A course
on pathology of the jaws and contiguous soft tissues and their relationship
to systemic disease. Special emphasis is placed on developing a logical
approach to clinical, roentgenographic, and histopathologic diagnosis;
the relationships between local and systemic disease; and consideration
for appropriate treatment. July and August. |
| DSCI 717 |
Orthodontics-Periodontics
Seminar |
Hiram Fry |
| Day: Tu |
Time: 4-5 |
Place: TBA |
Credit: 1 |
| This seminar
course is conducted by members of the Orthodontics and Periodontology
faculties. Included are lectures on the interrelationships of orthodontic
and periodontic approaches to common treatment situations. Emphasis
is placed on the basic science mechanisms underlying periodontic and
orthodontic therapies. Selected literature of common interest to the
students of Orthodontics and Periodontics is reviewed. Graduate students
present cases for diagnosis and treatment planning as well as cases
treated in an interdisciplinary manner. The purpose of this seminar
is to encourage greater interaction and understanding between orthodontist
and periodontist, including the identification of patients to be treated
jointly by graduate students in orthodontics and periodontics. July
through September. |
| ORTH 762 |
Biomaterials
for Orthodontics |
Waldemar
DeRijk |
| Day: Tu |
Time: 2-3 |
Place: Dunn |
Credit: 1 |
| This course
provides the student with a basic knowledge of the materials used
in orthodontics. New developments in materials science and their relationships
to the properties of materials important for orthodontic use are reviewed.
The course requires successful completion of a research project and
reporting this project in a formal report. September through December. |
| ORTH 767 |
Clinical
Specialty Seminars III |
Edward F.
Harris |
| Day: F |
Time: 9-10 |
Place: Dunn |
Credit: 1 |
| This course
is a companion to clinical training in orthodontics and involves faculty
and student evaluations of historically significant as well as contemporary
orthodontic literature. All of the current research articles in the
key journals in orthodontics are reviewed as they are published. Key
historical literature is presented in lecture format by the graduate
students based on readings compiled by the faculty. The students are
also exposed to the historical development of orthodontics, additional
treatment philosophies through guest speakers, and new developments
in treatment. |
| ORTH 785 |
Scientific
Writing: Thesis Protocol |
Edward F.
Harris |
| Day: W |
Time: 4-5 |
Place: Dunn |
Credit: 1 |
| The theory
and practice of preparing a sound protocol preparatory to thesis-level
research is discussed in detail. Various research designs are discussed.
Additionally, style and content of a grant proposal are reviewed. |
| ORTH 840 |
Special
Topics |
Vaden |
| Day: TBA |
Time: TBA |
Place: TBA |
Credit: Variable
(1-5) |
| Directed
readings or special course in topics of current interest. Student
will select a specific topic. Approval must be obtained from student's
advisor and course instructor prior to enrollment. |
| ORTH 895 |
Independent
Research |
Edward F.
Harris |
| Day: W |
Time: 2-4 |
Place: Dunn |
Credit: 4 |
| This course
involves performance of an original research project leading to completion
of the MS thesis. |
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Third Year
| DSCI 800
Section 1 |
Thesis |
Edward F.
Harris |
| Day: F |
Time: 8-9 |
Place: Dunn |
Credit: Arranged |
| Upon achieving
candidate status, this course must be elected. The preparation of
the thesis is finalized, the results presented, and the oral defense
is conducted under this course number. |
| ORTH 867 |
Clinical
Specialty Seminars V |
Edward F.
Harris |
| Day: Th |
Time: 8-9 |
Place: Dunn |
Credit: 1 |
| This course
is a companion to clinical training in orthodontics and involves faculty
and student evaluations of historically significant as well as contemporary
orthodontic literature. All of the current research articles in the
key journals in orthodontics are reviewed as they are published. Key
historical literature is presented in lecture format by the graduate
students based on readings compiled by the faculty. The students are
also exposed to the historical development of orthodontics, additional
treatment philosophies through guest speakers, and new developments
in treatment. |
| ORTH 840 |
Special
Topics |
Vaden |
| Day: TBA |
Time: TBA |
Place: TBA |
Credit: Variable
(1-5) |
| Directed
readings or special course in topics of current interest. Student
will select a specific topic. Approval must be obtained from student's
advisor and course instructor prior to enrollment. |

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