MORT 105 - Embalming Theory I

1. Explain the concept of sanitation, disinfection, temporary preservation, and restoration of human remains.
2. Explain the implications of the types of death to embalming.
3. Define and employ the necessary terminology to facilitate communication with members of allied professionals and the public.
4. Demonstrate adequate methods of self-protection from communicable and infectious diseases and hazardous chemicals.
5. Demonstrate and explain adequate methods of personal and environmental protective measures in the art and science of embalming.
6. Demonstrate the proper disposal of contaminated materials from the embalming process.
7. Discuss the proper methods of disposal of blood and body fluids.
8. Demonstrate the use of embalming instruments, equipment and sundries.
9. Demonstrate embalming techniques and procedures for non-complicated cases.
10. Explain those conditions whereby notification of death to public officials is required.
11. Document the embalming techniques and procedures with written reports.
12. Demonstrate and explain how the handling, treatment and disposition of the dead human body meet the sociological, psychological, theological, physical, and legal requirements of family and community.
13. Examine all areas of chemistry associated with embalming and with the chemical changes that occur after death

• Sanitation and disinfection of human remains
• Embalming instruments
• Preservation and restoration of human remains
• Embalming techniques
• Terminology
• Notification of death to officials
• Self-protection from communicable diseases
• Solve basic embalming problems
• Personal and environmental protection
• Vascular anatomy in relation to Embalming

METHODS OF INSTRUCTION:

1. Lecture and discussion of new topics
2. Demonstration of new topics
3. Hands-on activities and assignments
4. Review of old topics
5. Quizzes/Tests on previously discussed material and reading assignments
6. Individual help on homework assignments

METHODS OF EVALUATION:

• Student performance will be evaluated through the use of one or more of the following: Quizzes, examinations, projects, assignments, finished products, presentations, class participation and other evaluative exercises designed to ensure that the course objectives are met.
• Tests will be returned for review as quickly as possible after the testing date and may be kept on file in the Mortuary Science office for 30 calendar days after that date. All questions regarding test scores must be handled within 30 days of the test, after which time the test score is considered accurate and the tests may be discarded.

ATTENDANCE:

• Attendance at scheduled class meetings or other activities assigned, as a part of a course of instruction is essential. Accordingly, instructors are expected to enforce attendance policies and maintain attendance records. This procedure is necessary for optimum student achievement and to maintain the integrity of program quality and student benefits such as financial aid, veteran’s benefits, and other special aid programs.
• When a student is absent from class meetings or activities a sufficient number of times to put successful course completion in jeopardy, the instructor will complete a Student Status Report form, and a counselor will make a reasonable effort to determine whether the student intends to return to class. An incomplete (I) may be given by a course instructor only when extenuating circumstances exist; students will not be assigned an “I” grade as a result of unexcused absences.
• Attendance is mandatory for success in the Mortuary Science program. Students are expected to come to class prepared to participate and engage in the learning process. The attendance policies outlined in The Student Handbook will be followed.

MAKE UP WORK AND EXTRA CREDIT:

• Following the guidelines set in the Mortuary Science program Policies and Procedures Manual, the following policies will be followed:
• All make-up examinations may be given for sufficient cause only, such as illness of the student, the death of a member of the student’s family, or military duty. Any absence such as this should be reported promptly by calling the instructor’s office telephone (leave a voice mail message if the instructor is not in the office) or by sending an Email message PRIOR to the absence. The student should be prepared to provide documentation of said illness or death in the family upon returning to school. Instructors may refuse to allow make-up exams or work.
• If a student knows that he/she will miss a class in advance, the student must make arrangements to turn in assignments or take examinations in advance of the scheduled class time. Students failing to make these arrangements may be given a zero for the assignment or test.

Make-up work and/or extra credit work to improve grades will not be given.
Acceptance of make-up work or examinations is at the discretion of the instructor.

 
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