MEDICAL AND RADIOLOGICAL TERMINOLOGY PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
SMP161	MEDICAL AND RADIOLOGICAL TERMINOLOGY	1	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	Assist.Prof. VESİLE KÜÇÜK
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit	Lecturer TUBA YILDIZ
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	The primary objective of this course is to ensure that students can accurately analyze, pronounce, and write anatomical, pathological, and diagnostic concepts related to the body systems, as well as basic radiological terminology. Within the scope of the course, the goal is to provide the knowledge, skills, and competencies necessary for students to effectively use the international medical language, which is the basis of communication among healthcare professionals, and professional concepts specific to imaging methods in clinical practice.
Contents of the Course Unit:	The study of roots, prefixes, and suffixes, which form the basic structure of medical terminology; Pronunciation rules for Latin and Greek letters; Analysis of anatomical, pathological, and diagnostic terms related to the Musculoskeletal, Respiratory, Cardiovascular (Blood and Blood-Forming Organs), and Nervous systems, along with an introduction to Radiological terminology, imaging methods, and radiological concepts specific to body systems.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Performs structural analysis of medical terms by distinguishing their roots, prefixes, and suffixes.
Applies the correct pronunciation rules for medical terms.
Accurately explains anatomical, pathological, and diagnostic terms related to body systems.
Defines basic concepts specific to radiological terminology and terms related to imaging methods.
Uses professional terminology found in radiological reports on body systems correctly in clinical practice.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Literature review, individual research	Introduction to Terminology	Presentation, question/answer
2	Literature review, individual research	Letter Pronunciations	Presentation, question/answer
3	Literature review, individual research	Roots (General Information - System Information)	Presentation, question/answer
4	Literature review, individual research	Prefixes	Presentation, question/answer
5	Literature review, individual research	Final suffixes/ Diagnostic Terms	Presentation, question/answer
6	Literature review, individual research	Medical Terms Related to the Musculoskeletal System	Presentation, question/answer
7	Literature review, individual research	Medical Terms Related to the Respiratory System	Presentation, question/answer
8	Literature review, individual research	Cardiovascular System/Medical Terms Related to Blood and Blood-Forming Organs	Presentation, question/answer
9	Literature review, individual research	Medical Terms Related to the Nervous System and Psychiatric Disorders	Presentation, question/answer
10	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
11	Literature review, individual research	Introduction to Radiological Terminology	Presentation, question/answer
12	Literature review, individual research	Radiological Concepts	Presentation, question/answer
13	Literature review, individual research	Terms Related to Imaging Methods	Presentation, question/answer
14	Literature review, individual research	Radiological Terms Related to Body Systems	Presentation, question/answer
15	Literature review, individual research	Other Radiological Terms	Presentation, question/answer
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Cohen, B. J. (2019). Medical terminology: An illustrated guide (8th ed.). Wolters Kluwer.
Ehrlich, R. A., & Schroeder, C. L. (2018). Medical terminology for health professions (7th ed.). Cengage Learning.

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description	Examination Method
Mid-Term Exam	1	50		Classical Exam
Final Exam	1	50		Classical Exam
TOTAL	2	100

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 fundamental physics, chemistry, anatomy, radiological and cross-sectional anatomy, and physiology related to the field.						5
2	It explains occupational health and safety, radiation safety and protection protocols, environmental awareness, and quality processes.					4

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Distinguish between the results of different imaging anatomical structures.						5
2	This describes the basic procedures for radiotherapy treatment.	0

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	It follows protocols for processing, recording, and archiving the acquired images.		1
2	They use problem-solving and critical thinking skills in their professional applications.	0

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	It effectively and safely utilizes current technologies and clinical applications in the field of medical imaging (radiography, CT, MRI, ultrasound, nuclear medicine, etc.).				3
2	It effectively utilizes information technologies related to medical imaging (PACS, RIS, DICOM, digital archiving and image processing systems, etc.).	0
3	The technician prepares the patient before imaging, performs the imaging, and checks the image quality.					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Adhering to the ethical principles required by their profession, they fulfill their technical, clinical, and operational responsibilities.			2
2	In professional settings, they make quick decisions in unforeseen situations and take on responsibilities suitable for teamwork.		1

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	With a focus on career management and lifelong learning, they keep up with professional innovations and technologies.	0

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Based on their knowledge and skills, they express their thoughts to the healthcare team and the patient in an appropriate and understandable way through written and oral communication.				3
2	They can communicate and keep up with developments in their profession by using a foreign language.		1

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	The company prioritizes patient privacy and safety in the collection and use of data related to its field and in sharing the results in clinical processes.				3

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	3	42
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	15	15
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	1	10	10
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	32	0	97