Microbiology and Infection Control (DAST 1402)
This course introduces the learner to the fundamentals and principles of microbiology and the responsibility of the Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) for infection control. Office experience and a detailed research project assist in the assimilation of the critical concepts.
Course code: DAST 1402
Credits: 1.5
Length: 45.0 hours
Course outline:
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Prerequisites
DAST 1400.
| CRN # | Dates | Day/Time/Location | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|
| 41268 | January 1, 2025 to April 30, 2025 | See full schedule Delivery: Online, No Class Times Location: Online | Au-Wong, Elaine |
| 41284 | February 1, 2025 to May 31, 2025 | See full schedule Delivery: Online, No Class Times Location: Online | Lo Yan, Ling |
| 41448 | March 1, 2025 to June 30, 2025 | See full schedule Delivery: Online, No Class Times Location: Online | Au-Wong, Elaine |
| 42968 | April 1, 2025 to July 31, 2025 | See full schedule Delivery: Online, No Class Times Location: Online | Lo Yan, Ling |
| 61514 | May 1, 2025 to August 31, 2025 | See full schedule Delivery: Online, No Class Times Location: Online | Au-Wong, Elaine |
| 61532 | June 1, 2025 to September 30, 2025 | See full schedule Delivery: Online, No Class Times Location: Online | Au-Wong, Elaine |
| 61549 | July 1, 2025 to October 31, 2025 | See full schedule Delivery: Online, No Class Times Location: Online | Au-Wong, Elaine |
| 61565 | August 1, 2025 to November 30, 2025 | See full schedule Delivery: Online, No Class Times Location: Online | Au-Wong, Elaine |
Additional Information
- Oral Microbiology
- Infection Prevention and Control
- Diseases of Concern to Dentistry
- Sterilization, Equipment and Biological Monitoring
- Aseptic Techniques
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.