DİYABET VE AYAK SAĞLIĞI PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
PDP154	DİYABET VE AYAK SAĞLIĞI	2	2	2	4

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 ALMİNA DURMUŞ KOÇ
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit	Lecturer ALMİNA DURMUŞ KOÇ
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	The aim is to teach the relationship between diabetes and foot health, and the foot problems that occur as a result of diabetes.
Contents of the Course Unit:	This course covers topics such as diabetes and its systemic effects, causes of diabetic foot syndrome, onychomycosis, entrapment neuropathies and osteomyelitis in diabetic foot syndrome, the mechanisms of formation of diabetic neuropathies in the foot, mechanisms for preventing the causes of diabetic foot syndrome, surgical and medical treatment of diabetic foot injuries, dermatological problems in diabetic foot, diabetic neuropathic osteoarthropathy and septic thrombosis, and the duties, authority, and responsibilities of a podiatrist in the treatment of diabetic foot.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Students will learn about diabetic foot syndrome.
They will learn about the relationship between foot health and diabetes.
They will learn about methods and treatments for preventing diabetic foot.
They will learn about the mechanisms of diabetic neuropathies in the foot.
They will learn about the duties and responsibilities of a podiatrist in the treatment of diabetic foot syndrome.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Literature review, individual research	Introduction to Diabetes	Lecture, question/answer, discussion
2	Literature review, individual research	Diabetes and Systemic Effects	Lecture, question/answer, discussion
3	Literature review, individual research	Diabetes and Foot	Lecture, question/answer, discussion
4	Literature review, individual research	Mechanism of Formation of Diabetic Neuropathies in the Foot	Lecture, question/answer, discussion
5	Literature review, individual research	Surgical Treatment of Diabetic Foot Injuries	Lecture, question/answer, discussion
6	Literature review, individual research	Medical Treatment of Diabetic Foot Injuries	Lecture, question/answer, discussion
7	Literature review, individual research	Algological Treatment Methods of Diabetic Foot Injuries	Lecture, question/answer, discussion
8	Literature review, individual research	Effects of Diabetic Foot Injuries on Quality of Life	Lecture, question/answer, discussion
9	Literature review, individual research	Causes of Diabetic Foot Syndrome	Lecture, question/answer, discussion
10	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
11	Literature review, individual research	Mechanisms for Preventing Diabetic Foot Syndrome	Lecture, question/answer, discussion
12	Literature review, individual research	Diabetic-Neuropathic-Osteoarthropathy Septic Thrombosis	Lecture, question/answer, discussion
13	Literature review, individual research	Changes Occurring in the Diabetic Foot	Lecture, question/answer, discussion
14	Literature review, individual research	Podological Procedures Applied in the Diabetic Foot	Lecture, question/answer, discussion
15	Literature review, individual research	Duties and Responsibilities of the Podologist in the Treatment of Diabetic Foot Syndrome	Lecture, question/answer, discussion
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Yıldız, K. (2019). Diabetic foot. Ankara: Ankara Nobel Medical Bookstores.
Toygar, İ. (2020).Diabetic foot and its care.

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

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	It explains the fundamental concepts, terminology, and current practices specific to the field.						5
2	It develops a work culture in accordance with occupational health and safety principles in its applications.						5
3	It provides healthcare services based on quality standards by defining the fundamental principles of its field.						5

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	It implements sustainable podology practices in line with environmental awareness.						5
2	By utilizing the knowledge and skills acquired in the field of podology, they can interpret and evaluate data, identify and analyze problems, and develop evidence-based solutions.						5

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They evaluate data by interpreting it, using the knowledge and skills they have acquired in their field.						5
2	They can identify problems, analyze them, and propose solutions.						5

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They can apply the latest information in their field by keeping up with it.						5
2	They can perform podology-related procedures in accordance with proper techniques.						5
3	They use information, access to technology, and tools related to their field.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They can act in accordance with the laws, regulations, legislation, and professional ethical rules regarding their duties, rights, and responsibilities in their field.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Using their fundamental knowledge and skills in relevant areas, they inform relevant individuals and institutions.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They can express their thoughts and proposed solutions to problems both in writing and orally.						5
2	By using a foreign language, they can keep up with developments in the field of podology and communicate with colleagues.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They work as a team member who can offer solutions to unforeseen and complex problems encountered in applications related to their field, using an analytical and critical approach.						5
2	Lifelong learning and career management foster continuous improvement in one's field by developing awareness.						5

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	2	28
Preliminary & Further Study	14	2	28
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	0	0	0
Laboratory	14	1	14
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	14	2	28
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	1	1
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	60	0	102