Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code: UNI292
Course Name: Epidemiology
Semester: Spring
Course Credits:
ECTS
5
Language of instruction: Turkish
Course Condition:
Does the Course Require Work Experience?: No
Type of course: University Elective
Course Level:
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:First Cycle EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree
Mode of Delivery: E-Learning
Course Coordinator: Öğr. Gör. KADRİYE UZUN
Course Lecturer(s): Öğr. Gör. KADRİYE UZUN
Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives: In this course, it is aimed that the students define the science of epidemiology and have general knowledge about the usage areas of epidemiology.
Course Content: Lesson; Basic concepts of epidemiology, characteristics of epidemiological research, interaction between agent-environment-human, application areas of epidemiology (infectious diseases, cardiovascular diseases, cancer epidemiology) are included.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1) The individual has the basic knowledge necessary to fulfill her professional role and responsibilities in meeting the health care needs of the family and society.
2) Knows the rights and safety of the healthy/sick individual, as well as his/her legal responsibilities.
3) Uses developing technology and innovative approaches together with scientific knowledge in its applications.
4) Works collaboratively with the health care team and other disciplines.
5) Has the ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal communication with the individual, family, community and team members

Course Flow Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction to the Course, Purpose of the Course and Learning Objectives
2) Epidemiology definition and usage areas
3) Epidemiology definition and usage areas
4) Epidemiological data sources
5) Epidemiological data sources
6) Region Population
7) Region Population
8) Genel Tekrar
9) Midterm
10) Epidemiological study methods (Cohort Studies)
11) Epidemiological study methods (Cross-sectional-Case Control)
12) Epidemiological study methods (Methodological Studies)
13) Infectious Diseases Epidemiology
14) Epidemiology of Non-Communicable Diseases
15) final exam

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Öğretim Görevlisi Notları
References: Kubilay G., Emiroğlu N., Baybuğa Subaşı M., Örsal Ö., Kesgin Tokur M. (Ed) Sağlık Bilimlerinde Epidemiyoloji (2017). Göktuğ Basın Yayın ve Dağıtım, Amasya, s. 9-219.
• 2.Karasar N. Bilimsel Araştırma Yöntemi. 19. Baskı. İstanbul: Nobel Yayın Dağıtım; 2009.
• 3.Tezcan S. Epidemiyoloji. Hacettepe Halk Sağlığı Vakfı Yayın No: 92/1, Meteksan A.Ş. Ankara; 1992.

Course - Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Course Learning Outcomes

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Program Outcomes
1) Knows the basic concepts and terminology, evaluation processes and methodological application principles in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation; uses this advanced knowledge in study, research and practice.
2) Makes the necessary assessment, definition and planning for physiotherapy and rehabilitation applications by using the theoretical and applied concepts and principles related to physiotherapy and rehabilitation.
3) Implements the physiotherapy and rehabilitation program systematically and safely within the framework of ethical principles in the light of professional attitudes and skills; terminates or changes as necessary.
4) Takes initiatives to protect and improve public health and welfare; contributes to the production of health strategies and policies suitable for the changing and diversifying needs of the society in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation.
5) Organizes physiotherapy and rehabilitation services effectively and adequately, manages the business processes necessary for the continuity and development of the quality and organizational function; generates solutions against problems in line with knowledge and evidence.
6) Keeps records and prepares reports for quality service and research in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation; adopts ethical, deontological principles and legal framework in collecting, recording and reporting data.
7) Carries out professional and academic studies independently by using his knowledge; works as a team member and assumes responsibility in effective communication and cooperation with other professional groups working in this field.
8) It adopts the principle of personal development, information literacy and lifelong learning; contributes to quality improvement, training and promotion programs related to the field, and demonstrates its professional behavior at an international level.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Average 3 Highest
       
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Knows the basic concepts and terminology, evaluation processes and methodological application principles in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation; uses this advanced knowledge in study, research and practice.
2) Makes the necessary assessment, definition and planning for physiotherapy and rehabilitation applications by using the theoretical and applied concepts and principles related to physiotherapy and rehabilitation.
3) Implements the physiotherapy and rehabilitation program systematically and safely within the framework of ethical principles in the light of professional attitudes and skills; terminates or changes as necessary.
4) Takes initiatives to protect and improve public health and welfare; contributes to the production of health strategies and policies suitable for the changing and diversifying needs of the society in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation.
5) Organizes physiotherapy and rehabilitation services effectively and adequately, manages the business processes necessary for the continuity and development of the quality and organizational function; generates solutions against problems in line with knowledge and evidence.
6) Keeps records and prepares reports for quality service and research in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation; adopts ethical, deontological principles and legal framework in collecting, recording and reporting data.
7) Carries out professional and academic studies independently by using his knowledge; works as a team member and assumes responsibility in effective communication and cooperation with other professional groups working in this field.
8) It adopts the principle of personal development, information literacy and lifelong learning; contributes to quality improvement, training and promotion programs related to the field, and demonstrates its professional behavior at an international level.

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
total %
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 0
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK %
total %

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 3 0 0
Laboratory 2 0 0
Study Hours Out of Class 2 0 0
Midterms 1 40 40
Final 1 60 60
Total Workload 100