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

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code: UNI253
Course Name: Decision Making and Problem Solving Techniques
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:
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. 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

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Program Outcomes
1) Has the ability to use information technologies and devices that require special expertise effectively.
2) Combining the basic principles of science with technology, he/she has the ability to apply effectively in the field of physical therapy and rehabilitation.
3) Has knowledge about treatment methods for muscle and skeletal systems.
4) Has the ability to use information technologies and devices that require special expertise effectively.
5) Be able to follow the innovations, changes and developments in science and technology and analyze them with an integrated approach.
6) He/she has the knowledge of the techniques and methods necessary to apply physical therapy, and the knowledge of ethical principles and rules.
7) Follows the knowledge in the field by using a foreign language at least at the A2 General Level of the European Language Portfolio.
8) He/she uses information and communication technologies together with computer software at the minimum level of European Computer Use License required by his/her field.
9) It has a lifelong learning awareness and directs its learning to an advanced education level in the same field or a profession at the same level.
10) It contributes to projects and activities for the social environment in which it lives, with a sense of social responsibility. He/she sets an example for the society with her/his appearance, manners, attitudes and behaviors.
11) Has sufficient awareness of individual and public health, environmental protection and occupational safety.
12) He/she has the experience of working with other fields that may be related to her/his field.
13) Has sufficient awareness of occupational health and safety issues.
14) In case of encountering an unforeseen situation in matters related to her/his field, he/she takes responsibility and develops solutions.
15) He/she carries out a given task independently by using his/her basic knowledge about physiotherapy.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Average 3 Highest
       
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Has the ability to use information technologies and devices that require special expertise effectively.
2) Combining the basic principles of science with technology, he/she has the ability to apply effectively in the field of physical therapy and rehabilitation.
3) Has knowledge about treatment methods for muscle and skeletal systems.
4) Has the ability to use information technologies and devices that require special expertise effectively.
5) Be able to follow the innovations, changes and developments in science and technology and analyze them with an integrated approach.
6) He/she has the knowledge of the techniques and methods necessary to apply physical therapy, and the knowledge of ethical principles and rules.
7) Follows the knowledge in the field by using a foreign language at least at the A2 General Level of the European Language Portfolio.
8) He/she uses information and communication technologies together with computer software at the minimum level of European Computer Use License required by his/her field.
9) It has a lifelong learning awareness and directs its learning to an advanced education level in the same field or a profession at the same level.
10) It contributes to projects and activities for the social environment in which it lives, with a sense of social responsibility. He/she sets an example for the society with her/his appearance, manners, attitudes and behaviors.
11) Has sufficient awareness of individual and public health, environmental protection and occupational safety.
12) He/she has the experience of working with other fields that may be related to her/his field.
13) Has sufficient awareness of occupational health and safety issues.
14) In case of encountering an unforeseen situation in matters related to her/his field, he/she takes responsibility and develops solutions.
15) He/she carries out a given task independently by using his/her basic knowledge about physiotherapy.

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