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MESLEKİ TEKNOLOJİ I PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code Name of the Course Unit Semester In-Class Hours (T+P) Credit ECTS Credit
ORP151 MESLEKİ TEKNOLOJİ I 1 4 2 9

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 TUBA YILDIZ
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit Lecturer ŞABO KESLER
Course Prerequisite No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS

Objectives of the Course Unit: The aim is to enable students to identify the machines, hand tools, and materials used in the orthopedic prosthetics and orthotics profession, explain their purposes and working principles, select appropriate machines and hand tools, use machines and hand tools correctly in accordance with safety rules, and identify errors encountered in basic production processes.
Contents of the Course Unit: This training covers topics such as recognizing the machinery and hand tools used in orthopedic prosthetics and orthotics workshops, explaining occupational health and safety rules, identifying risks in the workshop environment, selecting appropriate personal protective equipment, using machinery and hand tools in accordance with safe working principles, performing cutting, bending, shaping, and threading operations with hand tools, and checking the accuracy and suitability of the operations from an occupational safety perspective.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)

Learns about technological devices in the profession.
Uses machines and hand tools according to instructions.
Applies occupational safety and health rules in the orthopedic prosthesis and orthosis production workshop.
Selects and uses measuring, control, marking, cutting, and shaping tools according to the workpiece and material.
Performs maintenance and cleaning of the hand tools used.
Shapes the workpiece by filing, hammering, and bending.
Joins workpieces with screws and nuts, rivets, pins, and welding.
Learns methods of shaping metals by bending.
Performs stress relief, normalization, and annealing applications.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY

Week Preparatory Topics(Subjects) Method
1 Reading from Sources, Interactive Presentation, Practical Application Introduction to Vocational Technology, Occupational Safety and Health, Machine Operating Instructions Theory and Practice
2 Reading from Sources, Interactive Presentation, Practical Application Identifying and Using Measurement and Control Systems Applications Theory and Practice
3 Reading from Sources, Interactive Presentation, Practical Application Marking Tools Recognition and Usage Applications Theory and Practice
4 Reading from Sources, Interactive Presentation, Practical Application Chip and Chip-Free Cutting, Sanding Machine Theory and Practice
5 Reading from Sources, Interactive Presentation, Practical Application Metal Materials Used in Orthopedic Techniques (Aluminum, Copper, Brass, Bronze, Steel, Titanium, etc.) Theory and Practice
6 Reading from Sources, Interactive Presentation, Practical Application Files and the Application of Filing to Shape a Workpiece Theory and Practice
7 Reading from Sources, Interactive Presentation, Practical Application Drills and Drill Bits: Applications for Drilling and Countersinking Holes in Workpieces. Theory and Practice
8 Reading from Sources, Interactive Presentation, Practical Application Cold Forming Methods by Forging, Application of Forging to Workpieces Theory and Practice
9 Reading from Sources, Interactive Presentation, Practical Application Methods of Shaping Metals by Bending, Application of Bending to Shape Workpieces Theory and Practice
10 - MID-TERM EXAM -
11 Reading from Sources, Interactive Presentation, Practical Application Threading Information and Application Using Dies and Guides Theory and Practice
12 Reading from Sources, Interactive Presentation, Practical Application Joining Methods and Applications (Joining with Bolts and Nuts, Pins and Rivets) Theory and Practice
13 Reading from Sources, Interactive Presentation, Practical Application Welding Machines and Welding Practice Theory and Practice
14 Reading from Sources, Interactive Presentation, Practical Application Stress Relief, Normalization and Annealing I Theory and Practice
15 Reading from Sources, Interactive Presentation, Practical Application Device Applications Theory and Practice
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

CONTRIBUTION OF THE COURSE UNIT TO THE PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES

KNOWLEDGE

Theoretical

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Accurately describes the basic anatomical and physiological structures of the human body, disease processes, and the healthcare system.
2
Explains the working principles and purposes of the basic techniques, tools, current technologies, and theoretical concepts required in the field.

KNOWLEDGE

Factual

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
These principles outline professional ethics, patient rights, and fundamental legal regulations concerning healthcare services.
2
Explanation of the physical, chemical, and biological properties, applications, and limitations of materials used in prosthesis and orthosis manufacturing (thermoplastics, carbon fiber, metals, silicone, etc.).

SKILLS

Cognitive

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Analyzes technical or clinical problems encountered during professional practice, identifies cause-and-effect relationships, and collects the necessary data for solutions.
2
Analyzes the biomechanical principles of the human movement system to design prostheses and orthoses that meet the patient's functional needs.

SKILLS

Practical

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Effectively and accurately applies and implements the fundamental techniques, measurement, and application procedures required in professional processes.
2
Accurately applies the correct anatomical measurements and casting techniques appropriate to the amputation level, pathology, and biomechanical requirements.

OCCUPATIONAL

Autonomy & Responsibility

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
They are part of the healthcare team, adapt to collaborative work, and carry out their responsibilities autonomously.
2
Evaluates the proper adaptation of the prepared device to the patient (static and dynamic alignment).

OCCUPATIONAL

Learning to Learn

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
By keeping up with scientific and technological innovations in their field, they create an individual development plan to incorporate this knowledge into their professional expertise.

OCCUPATIONAL

Communication & Social

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
They convey information, opinions, and suggestions related to their field clearly and comprehensively, both in Turkish and, to a limited extent, in a foreign language, both in writing and verbally.
2
Provides the patient with comprehensive training on the use, maintenance, and monitoring of the device.

OCCUPATIONAL

Occupational and/or Vocational

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Effectively uses the necessary information technologies, software, and data management systems to manage, present, and report information related to their field.
2
In the workplace, they evaluate and implement risk management procedures with knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) and quality assurance standards.

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 0 0 0
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 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 0 0 0
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 0 0 0
Total Workload of the Course Unit 0
Workload (h) / 25.5 0
ECTS Credits allocated for the Course Unit 0,0