PODOLOGY II PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
PDP104	PODOLOGY II	2	5	3	6

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	Turkish
Level of the Course Unit :	ASSOCIATE DEGREE, TYY: + 5.Level, EQF-LLL: 5.Level, QF-EHEA: Short Cycle
Type of the Course :	Compulsory
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit	-
Coordinator of the Course Unit	Lecturer MUHAMMED YURTSEVEN
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	The basic principles of podology are medical diagnoses and treatment plan, performing medical instructions and collaborating with physicians, teaching the use and cleaning of tools to be used in foot care.
Contents of the Course Unit:	Anamnesis, investigation of podological diagnosis, purpose of treatment and documentation, podological inductions and limits of treatment, pathological changes or symptoms of diseases requiring medical treatment, risk situations for foot injuries and differentiations, effects of diabetic foot syndrome, planning of podological treatment, changes in shape and structure of the nail. appropriate pedicure techniques and application, softening and removal of cuticles, foot massage techniques and their importance, application of foot massage techniques, cleaning calluses, preventive measures in callus formation, application of personal hygiene rules in foot care, environmental hygiene in foot care.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
To be equipped with the basic knowledge in the field of health sciences and to be competent in applying this knowledge
Competence in using ways and tools to access information and technology related to the field of health
They can communicate with patients in an informative and effective way and take the necessary actions
They identify the related problems in line with scientific data/evidence and produce solutions

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	-	Definition of Podology-Multidisciplinary approach-Rollplay-Anamnesis	-
2	-	Nail Anatomy-Foot anatomy-skin-Foot examination	-
3	-	Planning of podological care-milling training	-
4	-	Scalpel use and applications - skin diseases	-
5	-	Pressure, friction and applications	-
6	-	Podological approach-podological complex care applications in nail diseases	-
7	-	Buffer and its applications	-
8	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	-	Ortonics methods- BS tape mock-up study	-
10	-	Omega system and its applications	-
11	-	Geriatric outpatient podological approach-Podological complex care practices	-
12	-	Podological approach and applications in patients with diabetes	-
13	-	Dermocosmetic products used in podology	-
14	-	Organization of podology clinic-Workflow-material management	-
15	-	GENERAL REPEAT	-
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Tuna, N., (2003), AYAK MUAYENE VE TANI, NOBEL TIP KİTAPLARI

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	To be able to professionally evaluate and apply the knowledge gained from basic theoretical and practical courses supported by lecture notes, application tools and materials, visual-objective resources containing current information in the field of podology.						5

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Using the basic knowledge and skills acquired in the field of podology, interpret and evaluate data, identify and analyse problems, and develop solutions based on evidence.						5

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	To be able to use basic theoretical and practical knowledge related to the field of podology.						5
2	They can make all applications related to the field of podology in accordance with the technique.						5

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Interprets and evaluates data using the basic knowledge and skills acquired in the field of podology, identifies and analyses problems and can take part in studies planned for solution.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	To be able to carry out a given task independently using the basic knowledge in the field of podology.				3
2	They can work as a team member to solve complex and unpredictable problems encountered in applications related to the field of podology.				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They can evaluate the basic knowledge and skills acquired in the field of podology with a critical approach.				3
2	They identify their learning needs and can direct their learning.				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Informs the relevant people and institutions by using the basic knowledge and skills in the field of podology; can transfer his / her thoughts and suggestions for solutions to problems in written and orally.					4
2	To be able to follow the information in the field and communicate with colleagues by using a foreign language at least at the European Language Portfolio A2 General Level.	0

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They can contribute to the collection, interpretation, application and announcement of the results of the data related to the field of podology in accordance with social, scientific, cultural and ethical values.				3
2	As an individual, he/she can act in accordance with the laws, regulations, legislation and professional ethics rules related to his/her duties, rights and responsibilities.				3
3	They can work with other health disciplines.					4

WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT
Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities
Type of the Learning Activites	Learning Activities (# of week)	Duration (hours, h)	Workload (h)
Lecture & In-Class Activities	14	5	70
Preliminary & Further Study	14	7	98
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	0	0	0
Laboratory	0	0	0
Reading	0	0	0
Assignment (Homework)	0	0	0
Project Work	0	0	0
Seminar	0	0	0
Internship	0	0	0
Technical Visit	0	0	0
Web Based Learning	0	0	0
Implementation/Application/Practice	0	0	0
Practice at a workplace	0	0	0
Occupational Activity	0	0	0
Social Activity	0	0	0
Thesis Work	0	0	0
Field Study	0	0	0
Report Writing	0	0	0
Final Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Final Exam	1	2	2
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	1	2	2
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	32	0	174