PROFESSIONAL PRACTICES I PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
TGP251	PROFESSIONAL PRACTICES I	3	8	4	8

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	Assist.Prof. VESİLE KÜÇÜK
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	The aim of this course is to enable students to apply the theoretical knowledge and skills they acquire during their education in relevant institutions, to develop work habits in accordance with professional ethical principles, to improve their teamwork, communication, responsibility and problem-solving skills, and to develop environmental awareness and a work approach in line with quality processes.
Contents of the Course Unit:	In this course, students learn to work in accordance with occupational health and safety, professional ethics, environmental awareness and quality processes through professional practices, to develop teamwork and communication skills, to apply their theoretical knowledge to practice, and to produce solutions to professional problems.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Exhibits behavior consistent with professional ethical principles.
Explains and applies occupational health and safety rules, and takes precautions against risks in the work environment.
Acts in accordance with occupational health and safety rules.
Plays an active role in teamwork.
Communicates effectively with colleagues, managers, and individuals served using professional communication skills.
Develops appropriate solutions to situations encountered.
Analyzes problems encountered during professional practices.
Develops appropriate solutions to problems encountered during professional practices.
Acts with professional discipline, confidentiality, and a sense of responsibility.
Manages time management and work planning skills effectively.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	-	On-site Orientation Including Occupational Health, Quality Processes and Environmental Awareness	-
2	-	Workplace Application	-
3	-	Workplace Application	-
4	-	Workplace Application	-
5	-	Workplace Application	-
6	-	Workplace Application	-
7	-	Workplace Application	-
8	-	Workplace Application	-
9	-	Workplace Application	-
10	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
11	-	Workplace Application	-
12	-	Workplace Application	-
13	-	Workplace Application	-
14	-	Workplace Application	-
15	-	Workplace Application	-
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description	Examination Method
Final Exam	1	100		Computer-Lab-Practice Exam
TOTAL	1	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.	0
2	It explains occupational health and safety, radiation safety and protection protocols, environmental awareness, and quality processes.						5

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

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.			2
2	They use problem-solving and critical thinking skills in their professional applications.				3

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.).						5
2	It effectively utilizes information technologies related to medical imaging (PACS, RIS, DICOM, digital archiving and image processing systems, etc.).						5
3	The technician prepares the patient before imaging, performs the imaging, and checks the image quality.						5

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.						5
2	In professional settings, they make quick decisions in unforeseen situations and take on responsibilities suitable for teamwork.						5

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.				3

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.	0

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.			2

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	1	14
Preliminary & Further Study	0	0	0
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	14	8	112
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	14	4	56
Final Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Final Exam	1	15	15
Mid-Term Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	0	0	0
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	44	0	198