MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
SMP155	MEDICAL 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	Lecturer İKBAL DEMİRALP
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit	Lecturer EMRE GÜRLEK-Lecturer ZEYNEP DABAN
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	The aim of this course is to provide the necessary knowledge, skills and competencies to distinguish, correctly pronounce, write and use medical and radiological terms related to the musculoskeletal system, respiratory system, gastrointestinal system, central nervous system, circulatory system, urogenital system and other organs.
Contents of the Course Unit:	Introduction to Medical Terminology; Basic Definitions and Terms Related to Human Structure, Rules for Reading Medical Terms, Connecting Letters, Elements that Make Up Medical Terms; Prefixes, Suffixes, Root Structures, Connecting Letters, Medical Abbreviations, Blood and Blood-Forming Organs, Lymphatic and Terms Related to the Immune System, Cardiovascular Terms Related to the System, Respiratory System Terms Related to the Digestive System, Eye Terms Related to the Urinary System, Genital Terms Related to the System, Ear Eponyms, Synonyms, Nervous System and Psychiatric Diseases, Endocrine and Metabolic Disorders and Terms related to the Musculoskeletal System are discussed.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Can correctly identify the root, prefix, and suffixes that make up medical terms, along with their letter pronunciations and blending rules.
Distinguishes and uses anatomical and diagnostic terms related to the musculoskeletal, respiratory, cardiovascular, and blood systems in a clinical context.
Can classify medical terms, eponyms, and abbreviations related to the digestive, urogenital, and endocrine systems, as well as sensory organs (eyes, ears).
Explains terminology related to nervous system and psychiatric diseases at a cognitive level and uses it in medical documentation processes.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Written and Visual Resources, Research	451 Introduction to Medical Terminology, Course Introduction	Explanation, Question-Answer
2	Written and Visual Resources, Research	Letter Pronunciations	Explanation, Question-Answer
3	Written and Visual Resources, Research	Roots (General Information)	Explanation, Question-Answer
4	Written and Visual Resources, Research	Roots (Systemic Information)	Explanation, Question-Answer
5	Written and Visual Resources, Research	Prefixes	Explanation, Question-Answer
6	Written and Visual Resources, Research	Suffixes/Diagnostic Terms	Explanation, Question-Answer
7	Written and Visual Resources, Research	Musculoskeletal System Terms	Explanation, Question-Answer
8	Written and Visual Resources, Research	Respiratory System Terms/Blood Terms	Explanation, Question-Answer
9	Written and Visual Resources, Research	Cardiovascular System Terms	Explanation, Question-Answer
10	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
11	Written and Visual Resources, Research	Digestive System Terms	Explanation, Question-Answer
12	Written and Visual Resources, Research	Nervous System Terms and Psychiatry Terms	Explanation, Question-Answer
13	Written and Visual Resources, Research	Urinary System Terms	Explanation, Question-Answer
14	Written and Visual Resources, Research	Genital System Terms, Endocrine System Terms	Explanation, Question-Answer
15	Written and Visual Resources, Research	Sensory Systems Terms	Explanation, Question-Answer
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Uzm.Sebahat Ekinci,Doç.Dr.H.Gül Hatipoğlu Yüksekokullar Tıbbi Terminoloji Ders Kitabı-9.Baskı Hatiboğlu Yayınları
Von den Driesch, A. A guide to the Measurement of Animal Bones from Archeological Sites.Peabody Museum Bulletin 1. Harvard University. Massachausetts.1976

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description	Examination Method
Mid-Term Exam	1	50		Optical (Test) Exam
Final Exam	1	50		Optical (Test) 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 knowledge and concepts related to its field.						5
2	It conducts occupational health and safety risk analysis.		1
3	It monitors current developments in professional technology.					4

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	The student identifies the names and functions of the basic equipment used in hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis processes.					4
2	The student explains the basic concepts related to uremia, fluid-electrolyte balance, and dialysis indications.						5

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	He/She effectively applies written and oral communication techniques related to his/her field.						5
2	It develops appropriate solutions for complications that occur during dialysis.			2
3	He/She follows and effectively utilizes the latest developments in his/her field.					4

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Uses information systems and technical equipment used in professional practices correctly and effectively.			2
2	It monitors current developments and clinical protocols in dialysis technology.					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Updates the competencies related to the field with the awareness of lifelong learning and develops himself/herself personally.				3
2	Uses basic knowledge and skills related to the field.					4
3	Interprets data related to the field.					4
4	Evaluates the data related to the field.					4
5	Identify and solve possible problems related to the field.			2

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Shares professional knowledge effectively, clearly, and understandably with the healthcare team, both in writing and orally.						5
2	He/She acts in accordance with professional ethical principles.		1
3	By embracing the necessity of lifelong learning, they continue their professional developmen				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	He/She follows scientific developments in his/her field by using a foreign language.					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	In the processes of recording clinical data related to the field of dialysis, we act in accordance with scientific, cultural and ethical values.						5
2	The dialysis technician fulfills the responsibilities required by the profession.			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	15	2	30
Preliminary & Further Study	15	1	15
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	15	2	30
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	10	2	20
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	57	0	97