Midwifery
Bachelor	TR-NQF-HE: Level 6	QF-EHEA: First Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code:

UNI253

Course Name:

Decision Making and Problem Solving Techniques

Semester:

Spring

Course Credits:

ECTS

Language of instruction:

Turkish

Course Condition:

Does the Course Require Work Experience?:

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:

Dr. Öğr. Üy. TAYFUN UTAŞ

Course Lecturer(s):

Tayfun Utaş

Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives:	The aim of this course is to provide students with the ability to analyze complex decision-making processes and produce solutions. Throughout the course, students will understand decision-making processes through statistical and optimization models, develop their analytical thinking skills and have the opportunity to apply problem-solving techniques.
Course Content:	1. Decision Making Process and Models 2. Statistical Decision Making Techniques 3. Optimization Models and Solution Techniques 4. Problem Solving Approaches and Techniques 5. Real Life Applications of Decision Making and Problem Solving Techniques

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1) Ability to understand and analyze decision-making processes and models.
2) Ability to analyze data through statistical and optimization models.
3) Developing analytical thinking abilities.
4) Ability to apply effective problem solving techniques.
5) Ability to apply decision-making and problem-solving techniques to real-life situations.

Course Flow Plan

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Introduction to Decision Making Process and Models
2)	Statistical Decision Making Techniques - I
3)	Statistical Decision Making Techniques - II
4)	Introduction to Optimization Models
5)	Optimization Solution Techniques - I
6)	Optimization Solution Techniques - II
7)	Introduction to Problem Solving Approaches
8)	Midterm exam
9)	Problem Solving Techniques - I
10)	Problem Solving Techniques - II

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:	1. Bazerman, M.H. & Moore, D.A. (2012). Judgment in Managerial Decision Making. Wiley. 2. Dyer, J.S. & Watson, G. (2013). Analytic Decision Making. Springer.
References:	1. Hammond, J.S., Keeney, R.L., & Raiffa, H. (2006). Smart Choices: A Practical Guide to Making Better Decisions. Broadway Business. 2. Ullman, D.G. (2010). The Mechanical Design Process. McGraw-Hill.

Course - Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Course Learning Outcomes	1	2	3	4	5
Program Outcomes
1) Using the concepts and theories that constitute the basis of care, they know and plan appropriate initiatives in health protection and development.
2) Uses the basic scientific knowledge about health, social and behavioral sciences in midwifery practices through information and communication technologies.
3) In the period between the formation of the pregnancy and the birth, it can give the qualified care which is in need of normal / risk pregnant and his / her family.
4) They can meet the care needs of the pregnant woman and her family during labor and can carry out qualified care and appropriate procedures specific to normal birth stages.
5) Can meet the care needs of normal / risky woman, newborn and family at the postpartum period and make appropriate attempts.
6) To be able to define common gynecological problems in women and to plan and implement necessary care and interventions and to do health education on this subject.
7) It can provide health education and counseling services for women's reproductive health, women of all walks of life and all ages.
8) Performs midwifery practices in line with evidence-based care principles.
9) It establishes positive communication / cooperation with the team in health related practices and can work as an effective team member.
10) It acts in accordance with the ethical principles and values of midwifery profession.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Average	3 Highest

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	Using the concepts and theories that constitute the basis of care, they know and plan appropriate initiatives in health protection and development.	3
2)	Uses the basic scientific knowledge about health, social and behavioral sciences in midwifery practices through information and communication technologies.	3
3)	In the period between the formation of the pregnancy and the birth, it can give the qualified care which is in need of normal / risk pregnant and his / her family.	3
4)	They can meet the care needs of the pregnant woman and her family during labor and can carry out qualified care and appropriate procedures specific to normal birth stages.	3
5)	Can meet the care needs of normal / risky woman, newborn and family at the postpartum period and make appropriate attempts.	3
6)	To be able to define common gynecological problems in women and to plan and implement necessary care and interventions and to do health education on this subject.	3
7)	It can provide health education and counseling services for women's reproductive health, women of all walks of life and all ages.	3
8)	Performs midwifery practices in line with evidence-based care principles.	3
9)	It establishes positive communication / cooperation with the team in health related practices and can work as an effective team member.	2
10)	It acts in accordance with the ethical principles and values of midwifery profession.	2

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Midterms	1	% 40
Final	1	% 60
total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 40
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 60
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	3	2		70
Midterms	1	20	2		22
Final	1	30	3		33
Total Workload					125