Allied Dental Programs
Allied Dental Programs - IU Fort Wayne
Bachelor of Science Curriculum
Full details about required pre-dental technology courses, including Gen Ed requirements in preparation for the 3-year Bachelor of Science in Dental Technology degree program on the Fort Wayne campus are posted on the School of Dentistry's Bachelor Degree in Dental Technology Admissions Criteria web page.
Students must select between two tracks to complete the Bachelor of Science in Dental Technology. All students are required to complete the General Education Core Courses, Dental Technology courses, and track specific courses.
The following science courses MUST be completed as part of the Pre-Dental Track.
BIOL 20300 Human Anatomy and Physiology (Cr. 4.)
BIOL 20400 Human Anatomy and Physiology (Cr. 4.)
BIOL 11700 Principles of Ecology and Evolution (Cr. 4.)
BIOL 11900 Principles of Structure and Function (Cr. 4.)
BIOL 22000 Microbiology for Allied Health Professionals (Cr. 4.)
BIOL 38100 Cell Biology (Cr. 3.)
CHM 11500 General Chemistry (Cr. 4.)
CHM 11600 General Chemistry (Cr. 4.)
CHM 25400 Organic Chemistry Laboratory (Cr. 1.)
CHM 25500 Organic Chemistry (Cr. 3.)
PHYS 22000 General Physics I (Cr. 4.)
PHYS 22100 General Physics II (Cr. 4.0
Dental Technology Program, Year 1
First Semester
DLTP D 112 Dental Anatomy (Cr. 4.)
DLTP D 114 Dental Occlusion (Cr. 3.)
Second Semester
DLTP D111 Dental History, Ethics, and Organization (Cr. 1.)
DLTP D113 Basic Physics, Chemistry, and Dental Materials (Cr. 5.)
Dental Technology Program, Year 2
First Semester
DLTP D125 Crown and Bridge Prosthodontics I (Cr. 3.)
DLTP D126 Orthodontics/Pedodontics Appliances I (Cr. 3.)
DLTP D127 Complete Denture Prosthodontics I (Cr. 4.)
DLTP D128 Partial Denture Prosthodontics I (Cr. 3.)
DLTP D129 Dental Ceramics I (Cr. 3.)
Second Semester
DLTP D215 - Crown and Bridge Prosthodontics II (Cr. 4.)
DLTP D216 - Orthodontics/Pedodontics Appliances II (Cr. 3.)
DLTP D217 - Complete Denture Prosthodontics II (Cr. 3.)
DLTP D218 Partial Denture Prosthodontics II (Cr. 3.)
DLTP D219 Dental Ceramics II (Cr. 3.)
Dental Technology Program, Year 3
First Semester (choose track)
Track 1 Sales and Leadership
DLTP D320 Dental Implants (Cr. 3.)
DLTP D321 Dental Laboratory Business Procedures (Cr. 3.)
Track 2 Pre-Dental
No DLTP Classes Required
Second Semester (choose track)
Track 1 Sales and Leadership
DLTP D405 Practical Laboratory Experience (Cr. 6.)
8 Credits of the following courses:
DLTP D401 Specialty Fixed Prosthodontics (Cr. 4.)
DLTP D402 Specialty Removable Prosthodontics (Cr. 4)
DLTP D403 Specialty in Orthodontic Prosthesis (Cr. 4.)
Track 2 Pre-Dental
DLTP D405 Practical Laboratory Experience (Cr. 6.)
4 Credits of the following courses:
DLTP D401 Specialty Fixed Prosthodontics (Cr. 4.)
DLTP D402 Specialty Removable Prosthodontics (Cr. 4)
DLTP D403 Specialty in Orthodontic Prosthesis (Cr. 4.)
*See course listing at https://due.iupui.edu/undergraduate-curricula/general-education/iupui-general-education-core/cultural-understanding/index.html
** See course listing at https://due.iupui.edu/undergraduate-curricula/general-education/iupui-general-education-core/analytical-reasoning/index.html
Bachelor of Science Course Descriptions
- DLTP D111 History, Ethics, and Organization (1 cr.) History and background of dental laboratory technology, including dental practice acts, work authorization, dental ethics as applicable to dental auxiliaries.
- DLTP D112 Dental Anatomy (4 cr.)
A study of individual tooth morphology and associated oral structures, their relationship, alignment, and function.
- DLTP D113 Basic Physics, Chemistry and Dental Materials (5 cr.)
The chemical and physical properties and requirements of restorative and prosthetic materials will be taught. Manipulative procedures are performed in the laboratory.
- DLTP D114 Dental Occlusion (3 cr.)
The interdigitation of teeth and their relation to function, phonetics, and esthetics will be introduced. Waxing techniques to obtain these desired results will be utilized in the laboratory.
- DLTP D125 Crown and Bridge Prosthodontics I (3 cr.)
An introduction to the types and uses of fixed restorations and techniques of fabrication. The theories and concepts for the use of different types of restorations will be included.
- DLTP D126 Orthodontics/Pedodontics Appliances I (3 cr.)
An introduction to the basic laboratory skills pertinent to fabrication of orthodontic and pedodontic appliances. Special emphasis will be placed on various wire bending techniques and designs. Students will also be introduced to the pouring and trimming of diagnostic casts.
- DLTP D127 Complete Denture Prosthodontics I (4 cr.)
An introduction to the setup and arrangement of artificial teeth. Waxing, investing, processing, and finishing procedures will also be taught. The basics of denture repair will be introduced.
- DLTP D128 Partial Denture Prosthodontics I (3 cr.)
An introduction to the theories and procedures of partial framework fabrication. The procedures of design, duplicating, waxing, investing, casting, and finishing will be introduced.
- DLTP D129 Dental Ceramics I (3 cr.)
An introduction to the types and uses of fixed restorations and techniques in the fabrication of porcelain to metal restorations.
- DLTP D215 Crown and Bridge Prosthodontics II (4 cr.)
Fixed procedures are continued with emphasis on multiple unit castings. Theory and techniques to be included are pontic design, acrylic veneer design, and soldering.
- DLTP D216 Orthodontics/Pedodontics Appliances II (3 cr.)
The skills introduced in the basic course will be amplified. More intricate wire bending exercises will be used. Acrylic placement, basic soldering, and welding techniques will be introduced.
- DLTP D216 Orthodontics/Pedodontics Appliances II (3 cr.)
The skills introduced in the basic course will be amplified. More intricate wire bending exercises will be used. Acrylic placement, basic soldering, and welding techniques will be introduced.
- DLTP D218 Partial Denture Prosthodontics II (3 cr.)
The fabrication of various designed frameworks will be utilized. The arrangement and processing of artificial teeth and the repairing of frameworks will be introduced.
- DLTP D219 Dental Ceramics II (3 cr.)
Porcelain to metal procedures are continued with emphasis on multiple unit restorations. An introduction to soldering techniques and porcelain jacket crowns will be included.
- DLTP D320 Dental Laboratory Business Procedures (3 cr.)
Dental Implant Concepts and Procedures for Fixed and Removable Prostheses will be taught. Computer-aided design of dental prosthetic restorations will be emphasized.
- DLTP D321 Dental Laboratory Business Procedures (3 cr.)
Practical laboratory management procedures and theories will be taught.
- DLTP D400 Advance Dental Science in Dental Laboratory Technology (3 cr.)
This course will highlight competencies and achievements learned during preceding laboratory practices. Students will be required to construct an e-portfolio along with a project portfolio. This portfolio will include projects, journal article critique of new dental technology practices and procedures, reflection papers, externship journals, and a dental research project. (Course not required for graduation. May be used as an elective)
- DLTP D401 Specialty in Fixed Prosthodontics (4-8 cr.)
This course will give students advanced knowledge in the fabrication of fixed prosthesis. It will allow students to test and develop their problem solving skills by providing them with theoretical information and challenge them to convert it into practical application through construction of fixed prosthesis. Computer-aided design of dental prosthetic restorations will be emphasized.
- DLTP D402 Specialty in Removable Prosthodontics (4-8 cr.)
This course will give students advanced knowledge in the fabrication of removable prosthesis. It will allow students to test and develop their problem solving skills by providing them with theoretical information and challenge them to convert it into practical application through construction of partial and complete dentures. Computer-aided design of dental prosthetic restorations will be emphasized.
- DLTP D403 Specialty in Orthodontic Prosthesis (4 cr.)
This course will give students advanced knowledge in the fabrication of orthodontic prosthesis. It will allow students to test and develop their problem solving skills by providing them with theoretical information and challenge them to convert it into practical application through construction or orthodontic appliances.