INFECTIOUS DISEASES PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
SMP251	INFECTIOUS DISEASES	3	2	2	5

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 SEVAL FATMA YILMAZ
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit	Lecturer SİBEL SEKMAN
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	The aim is for students to learn about the epidemiology of infectious diseases and general epidemiological principles in infectious diseases.
Contents of the Course Unit:	The course will cover the epidemiology of infectious diseases and general epidemiological principles in infectious diseases, causes of infectious diseases, microorganisms and virulence factors, host defense mechanisms, methods of combating infectious diseases, hospital-acquired infections and prevention of hospital-acquired infections, healthcare personnel and handwashing, respiratory tract infections, digestive system infections, urinary tract infections, sexually transmitted diseases and prevention, infectious complications of blood and blood product transfusions, bloodborne infections and healthcare personnel.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
They knows the concepts of infection and infectious diseases.
They learn the general epidemiological principles in infectious diseases.
They is aware of the diseases that can occur in the systems.
They learn about the causes of infectious diseases.
It provides an understanding of the epidemiology of infectious diseases.
It explains the relationship between microorganism, host, and infection.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Literature review, individual research.	Characteristics of Infection and Infectious Diseases	Lecture and question/answer
2	Literature review, individual research.	Epidemiology of Infectious Diseases	Lecture and question/answer
3	Literature review, individual research.	Causes, Signs, and Symptoms of Infectious Diseases	Lecture and question/answer
4	Literature review, individual research.	Microorganisms and Virulence Factors, Host Defense Mechanisms	Lecture and question/answer
5	Literature review, individual research.	Hospital Infections	Lecture and question/answer
6	Literature review, individual research.	Respiratory Tract Infections	Lecture and question/answer
7	Literature review, individual research.	Central Nervous System Infections	Lecture and question/answer
8	Literature review, individual research.	Infections of the Digestive System	Lecture and question/answer
9	Literature review, individual research.	Bloodborne Diseases	Lecture and question/answer
10	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
11	Literature review, individual research.	Sexually Transmitted Infections	Lecture and question/answer
12	Literature review, individual research.	Bone and Joint Infections	Lecture and question/answer
13	Literature review, individual research.	Cardiovascular Infections	Lecture and question/answer
14	Literature review, individual research.	Skin and Dermatological Infections	Lecture and question/answer
15	Literature review, individual research.	Urogenital System Infections	Lecture and question/answer
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Türkyılmaz, R., Dokuzoğlu, B., Çokça, F., Akdeniz, S. (2004). Hospital Infections Association Publication No:2 Hospital Infection Control Handbook. Scientific Medical Publications
Doğanay, M., Ünal S. (2003). Hospital Infections Association Publication No:1 Hospital Infections. Scientific Medical Publications
Daugirdas, JT. (2020). Dialysis handbook. Daugirdas, (trans.) Semra Bozfakıoğlu, Güneş Tıp Kitapevi

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	Defines the basic concepts in the field of Oral and Dental Health Program.					4
2	Uses medical terminology in the field in which he/she will serve as an intermediate staff member.					4

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Collaborates with the physician on a team.					4
2	Communicates effectively with patients, colleagues, and other segments of society, primarily physicians.					4
3	It explains the basic concepts, legal regulations, and standards related to occupational health and safety.				3

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Knows tools and equipment related to his/her field and follows technological developments related to them.				3
2	Can gain proficiency in computer usage skills.				3

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Gains competence in applying hygiene rules.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Applies the processes of obtaining patient information, taking anamnesis and preparing patient files accurately and effectively.					4
2	Independently creates and implements care plans in oral and dental health services.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Recognizes professional ethics and legal regulations and explains the scope of professional responsibilities.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	The concept of lifelong learning and self-development to gain competence in acquiring.					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Ability to express professional ideas to relevant individuals and institutions verbally or in writing, and to examine national and international agendas related to oral and dental health and evaluate possible outcomes.						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	4	56
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	14	2	28
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	9	2	18
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	53	0	132