Endodontics 3 (DENT90089)

Intended learning outcomes

On completion of the subject, students should be able to:

• Apply advanced special skills in the provision of clinical services applicable to the specialty;
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the principles, current developments and research methods applicable to the specialty.
• Articulate understanding of the changing knowledge base of the discipline
• Ability to seamlessly evaluate and synthesize research and professional literature;
• Highly-developed problem-solving abilities characterized by flexibility of approach
• Superior capacity to articulate knowledge and understanding in oral and written presentations;
• Advanced understanding of the international context and sensitivities of the discipline;
• Capacity to manage competing demands on time, including self-directed project work;
• Demonstrate profound respect for truth and intellectual integrity, and for the ethics of scholarship;
• Offer leadership in the specialist area;
• Capacity to value and participate in projects which require team-work;
• Advanced Understanding of the significance and value of your knowledge to the wider community;
• Capacity to engage where appropriate with issues in contemporary society

Generic skills

• work effectively as a member of a team
• have skills in interpersonal understanding, problem-solving, decision making, program design and implementation, evaluation and advocacy
• demonstrate capacity and motivation for continuing independent learning and the capacity to maintain intellectual curiosity throughout life
• demonstrate professional skills and attitudes
• design and conduct scientific investigations
• exhibit professional responsibility
• critically appraise research evidence
• demonstrate the ability to locate, analyse, evaluate and synthesise information from a wide variety of sources in a planned and timely manner
• be proficient in the appropriate use of contemporary technologies
• have an awareness of ethical, social and cultural issues within a global context and their importance in the exercise of professional skills and responsibilities
• value diversity of opinion within health care
• value diversity in health beliefs, lifestyles, ethnic and cultural background
• demonstrate a non-judgemental approach to their interactions within the health system, with other health professionals
• ensure safe and effective care for people of diverse backgrounds