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Associate	TR-NQF-HE: Level 5	QF-EHEA: Short Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 5

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code:

UNI285

Course Name:

Communication Skills

Semester:

Spring

Course Credits:

ECTS

Language of instruction:

Turkish

Course Condition:

Does the Course Require Work Experience?:

Type of course:

University Elective

Course Level:

Associate

TR-NQF-HE:5. Master`s Degree

QF-EHEA:Short Cycle

EQF-LLL:5. Master`s Degree

Mode of Delivery:

E-Learning

Course Coordinator:

Dr. Öğr. Üy. YASEMİN TORUN

Course Lecturer(s):

Dr. Öğr. Üy. Yasemin Torun

Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives:

The aim of this course is to enable the student to understand and effectively use the communication process, to have basic competencies in oral and written communication, to increase self-expression and communication skills, to learn to take an effective role in groups and teams and to develop the ability to communicate effectively.

Course Content:

At the end of this course, the student; the concept of communication, the importance of communication in human relations and factors affecting communication, basic characteristics and needs of human beings, effective communication methods, group dynamics and communication in groups, therapeutic communication, basics of professional communication and professional communication skills, communication skills with individuals and groups in special situations.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1) Defines human, self-knowledge, communication, professional communication, conflict and anger concepts.
2) Explains how the communication process works.
3) Learn verbal and non-verbal communication methods.
4) Gains basic skills to communicate effectively in daily and professional life.
5) Apply assertive behavior, effective anger and conflict management strategies, helpful communication skills in social and professional life.
6) Develop workforce skills that will ensure their employability.

Course Flow Plan

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Introduction & Syllabus Presentation INTRODUCTION (The importance of communication, course content and expectations)
2)	Communication process and its elements
3)	Communication process and its elements - continued
4)	Types and Models of Communication
5)	Types and Models of Communication - continued
6)	Perceptions and Errors in Communication
7)	Attitudes in Communication
8)	Emotions in Communication
9)	Personality in Communication
10)	Communication through Touch
11)	Basic Principles of Professional Communication
12)	Effective Communication Skills 1 (Issues of the Self and the Johari Window)
13)	Effective Communication Skills 2 (Humor, Gossip, Opposition, Political Skills)
14)	In-Group Communication
15)	Final Week

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:

İnci Çınarlı, Sağlık İletişimi ve Medya, Ankara: Nobel Yay.
Dağ., 2008. - Aysel Aziz, İletişime Giriş, Hiberlin, 2016.
Judith Lazar, İletişim Bilimi, çev. Cengiz Anık, Vadi Yayınları, Ankara
Hasan Tutar, Kemal Yılmaz, Genel İletişim Kavram ve Modeller, Seçkin Yay. Ankara 2008
Oskay, Ünsal. İletişimin ABC’si, İstanbul: İnkılâp Yayınevi, 2014
Michel Bourse ve Halime.Yücel, İletişim Bilimlerinin Serüveni, İstanbul: Ayrıntı Yay., 2012
Marziye İlhan, Sağlık Çalışanlarının İletişimi, İstanbul: Beta Bas. Yay. Dağ., 2018
Ders sunumları ve notları

References:

Course - Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Course Learning Outcomes	1	2	3	4	5	6
Program Outcomes
1) Has basic knowledge about radiotherapy, basic oncology, radiological imaging
2) Has the ability to use tools, devices and techniques related to the field in public and private health institutions.
3) Takes responsibility as a team member in solving unforeseen and complex problems encountered in applications related to the field.
4) Knows the effects of radiation on biological systems and takes necessary measures for protection against radiation for patients and employees.
5) Use medical imaging systems related to the field and evaluate the images taken.
6) Professionals, patients, patient relatives and other health care professionals communicate effectively when practicing their profession.
7) Keeps track of the data related to the studies done in the field and analyzes the data with the latest methods
8) It follows information in the field by using a foreign language at least at the level of European Language Portfolio A2 General Level.
9) Uses information and communication technologies together with computer software at the basic level of at least European Computer Driving License required by the field.
10) Carries out routine controls of the devices and equipment used in the practice of his / her job and follow-up of the work where necessary (fault, maintenance).
11) The student can transfer the current and updated information about the profession by means of written and verbal communication.
12) Has the basic knowledge, ethical principles and acts in accordance with the laws, regulations and legislation related to his / her profession.
13) Has experience in working with other fields that may be related to the field.
14) Has awareness of lifelong learning.
15) Contributes to projects and activities for the social environment he lives in with the awareness of social responsibility and sets an example for the society with his external appearance.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Average	3 Highest

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	Has basic knowledge about radiotherapy, basic oncology, radiological imaging
2)	Has the ability to use tools, devices and techniques related to the field in public and private health institutions.
3)	Takes responsibility as a team member in solving unforeseen and complex problems encountered in applications related to the field.
4)	Knows the effects of radiation on biological systems and takes necessary measures for protection against radiation for patients and employees.
5)	Use medical imaging systems related to the field and evaluate the images taken.
6)	Professionals, patients, patient relatives and other health care professionals communicate effectively when practicing their profession.
7)	Keeps track of the data related to the studies done in the field and analyzes the data with the latest methods
8)	It follows information in the field by using a foreign language at least at the level of European Language Portfolio A2 General Level.
9)	Uses information and communication technologies together with computer software at the basic level of at least European Computer Driving License required by the field.
10)	Carries out routine controls of the devices and equipment used in the practice of his / her job and follow-up of the work where necessary (fault, maintenance).
11)	The student can transfer the current and updated information about the profession by means of written and verbal communication.
12)	Has the basic knowledge, ethical principles and acts in accordance with the laws, regulations and legislation related to his / her profession.
13)	Has experience in working with other fields that may be related to the field.
14)	Has awareness of lifelong learning.
15)	Contributes to projects and activities for the social environment he lives in with the awareness of social responsibility and sets an example for the society with his external appearance.

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Quizzes	2	% 30
Homework Assignments	1	% 30
Final	1	% 40
total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 60
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 40
total		% 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Calculation

Activities	Number of Activities	Preparation for the Activity	Spent for the Activity Itself	Completing the Activity Requirements	Workload
Course Hours	14	0	3		42
Quizzes	14	0	1		14
Midterms	7	0	1		7
Final	14	0	3		42
Total Workload					105