PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE-I PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
ODP251	PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE-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	Lecturer FADİME AYBÜKE KILIÇ
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit	Lecturer FADİME AYBÜKE KILIÇ
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 have acquired during their education in relevant institutions, to develop work habits in accordance with professional ethical principles, to enhance teamwork, communication, responsibility-taking, and problem-solving skills, and to foster an understanding of working in line with environmental awareness and quality processes.
Contents of the Course Unit:	Within the scope of this course, students learn through professional practice to work in accordance with occupational health and safety, professional ethics, environmental awareness, and quality processes; to develop teamwork and communication skills; to transfer theoretical knowledge into 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)
Demonstrates behavior in accordance with professional ethical principles.
Explains and applies occupational health and safety rules and takes precautions against risks in the working environment.
Acts in accordance with occupational health and safety rules.
Takes an active role in teamwork.
Uses professional communication skills to communicate effectively with colleagues, supervisors, and individuals receiving services.
Develops appropriate solutions to encountered situations.
Analyzes problems encountered during professional practice.
Develops appropriate solution proposals for problems encountered during professional practice
Acts with professional discipline, confidentiality, and a sense of responsibility.
Effectively manages time management and work planning skills.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Completion of Vocational Education	Field Orientation Including Occupational Health, Quality Processes, and Environmental Awareness	PRACTICES
2	Completion of Vocational Education	Workplace Practice	PRACTICES
3	Completion of Vocational Education	Workplace Practice	PRACTICES
4	Completion of Vocational Education	Workplace Practice	PRACTICES
5	Completion of Vocational Education	Workplace Practice	PRACTICES
6	Completion of Vocational Education	Workplace Practice	PRACTICES
7	Completion of Vocational Education	Workplace Practice	PRACTICES
8	Completion of Vocational Education	Workplace Practice	PRACTICES
9	Completion of Vocational Education	Workplace Practice	PRACTICES
10	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
11	Completion of Vocational Education	Workplace Practice	PRACTICES
12	Completion of Vocational Education	Workplace Practice	PRACTICES
13	Completion of Vocational Education	Workplace Practice	PRACTICES
14	Completion of Vocational Education	Workplace Practice	PRACTICES
15	Completion of Vocational Education	Workplace Practice	PRACTICES
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	Explains basic and up-to-date knowledge related to anatomy, physiology, and audiology within the profession.						5
2	Expresses fundamental knowledge about occupational health and safety, environmental awareness, legislation, and quality processes.						5

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Explains the theoretical foundations of audiological assessment methods and screening protocols used for pediatric, elderly, and individuals with special needs.					4

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Follows current developments and practices related to the profession.						5
2	Evaluates professional problems independently using an analytical and critical approach.						5

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Uses information technologies and audiological technologies related to the profession effectively.						5
2	Effectively applies the processes of selecting, fitting, and troubleshooting hearing aids and assistive listening technologies.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Can generate solutions in unexpected or complex situations in field-related practices.						5
2	Takes professional responsibility in patient referral and follow-up processes in clinical practice.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Has awareness of career management and lifelong learning.					4
2	Follows developments in the field.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Clearly and effectively expresses thoughts in written and verbal communication based on knowledge and skills.						5
2	Acts in accordance with ethical, scientific, and cultural values in the collection, reporting, and sharing of field-related data and results.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Plans arrangements to ensure quality standards, device calibrations, and test reliability in audiological assessment processes.						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	8	112
Preliminary & Further Study	2	1	2
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	10	8	80
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	5	1	5
Final Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Final Exam	0	0	0
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	32	0	200