- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
This hands-on course was designed for students who have strong English communication skills. Only those students who have strong spoken and written business English should register for this course. COMP 0285 assumes that students are already computer literate and able to manage files and maintain a computer system. If you are unsure of your personal computer skills please complete COMP 1002 before starting this course. Students receive hands-on experience with Exan Power PracticeX dental management software. COMP 0285 also helps to prepare students and dental office personnel to use other types of dental office computer systems in the Windows environment. Participants will focus on patient records, insurance policies, treatment claims and estimates, digital x-rays, insurance and patient payments. The appointment manager, system reports and electronic billing will also be explored. Please Note: COMP 0285 may be taken simultaneously with COMP 0885 and COMP 0985. A BCIT Statement of Completion is issued upon success in all three of these courses. Some students may also be eligible for continuing dental education credits as per the BC College of Oral Health Professionals. The passing grade of theses dental courses is 70%. Upon successful completion of COMP 0285, students will have acquired the abilities to be end-users of Dental Office Computer Systems.
Prerequisite(s)
- Dental office experience, completion of a Dental Receptionist or Dental Assisting program or currently enrolled in COMP 0885.
Credits
0.0
Domestic fees
$528.38
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Use Exan Power PracticeX dental software.
- Perform front-desk computer tasks in a dental office.
- Apply for an entry level Dental Receptionist position.
- Adapt to other dental software programs in the Windows environment.
Effective as of Winter 2021
Related Programs
Dental Office Computer Systems (COMP 0285) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
- Indicates programs with a co-op option.
School of Computing and Academic Studies
- Dental Office Receptionist
Statement of Completion Part-time
Course Offerings
Fall 2024
Below is one offering of COMP 0285 for the Fall 2024 term.
CRN 31394
Dates
Tue Sep 17 - Tue Dec 10
- 12 weeks
- CRN 31394
- Domestic fees $528.38
Status
In Progress
This course offering is in progress. Please check this page for other currently available offerings, subscribe to receive email updates or contact us with your comments or questions.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 17 - Dec 10 | Tue | 17:45 - 20:45 | Downtown DTC Rm. 389 |
Instructor
Erin McCaffrey
Course outline
Important information
- Departmental approval needed
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- Please email cstflex@bcit.ca for Departmental approval. Include your Student number (A0#) and COMP__ and preferred CRN __. COMP 0885 MUST be completed first or taken simultaneously with COMP 0285 and COMP 0985. Course is 36 hours on campus. ***CLASS SIZE LIMIT: Once the enrolment limit has been reached (FULL), you will not be able to join this class –no capacity override. This course is offered every term so you will also have the opportunity to take it next term. Please Note: Attendance, participation in class and the BCIT Learning Hub are mandatory. Late registration is not permitted. No class November 12.
Winter 2025
Below is one offering of COMP 0285 for the Winter 2025 term.
CRN 17396
Dates
Tue Jan 21 - Tue Apr 15
- 12 weeks
- CRN 17396
- Domestic fees $528.38
Status
Seats Available
This course offering has seats available.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 21 - Apr 15 | Tue | 17:45 - 20:45 | Downtown DTC Rm. 389 |
Instructor
Erin McCaffrey
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Departmental approval needed
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- Please email cstflex@bcit.ca for Departmental approval. Include your Student number (A0#) and COMP__ and preferred CRN __. COMP 0885 MUST be completed first or taken simultaneously with COMP 0285 and COMP 0985. Course is 36 hours on campus. ***CLASS SIZE LIMIT: Once the enrolment limit has been reached (FULL), you will not be able to join this class –no capacity override. This course is offered every term so you will also have the opportunity to take it next term. Please Note: Attendance, participation in class and the BCIT Learning Hub are mandatory. Late registration is not permitted. No class February 18.
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.