MESLEKİ TEKNOLOJİ II PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
ORP152	MESLEKİ TEKNOLOJİ II	2	4	2	10

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 orthotics and prosthetics technicians to recognize the machines and tools they use, to differentiate the materials used in orthopedic technology, to explain the purposes of these equipment, and to apply appropriate technology and material selection in their professional practice.
Contents of the Course Unit:	The training in the orthopedic prosthetics and orthotics workshop covers creating negative and positive models with plaster bandages, producing orthotics from thermoplastic materials, and recognizing, applying, and evaluating the use of leather goods materials, all while adhering to occupational health and safety regulations using machinery, hand tools, and chemical materials.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
The equipment used in orthopedic prosthesis and orthosis workshops includes both classic and technological machinery.
Bends metals such as steel, aluminum, titanium, and copper used in orthopedic techniques using vises and clamps.
Learns about and applies plaster and gypsum bandages.
Creates a negative model from a patient using plaster bandages.
Performs plastic extraction.
Applies modeling techniques on the positive model using a rasp.
Cuts and joins various types of leather and textile materials used in orthopedic techniques to the desired dimensions.
Has knowledge of thermoplastics, resins, adhesives, and chemicals.
Uses milling machines used in clinics.
Applies Velcro, webbing, rivets, buckles, and saddlery materials.
Knows and uses various types of leather and textile materials used in orthopedic techniques.
It uses orthotic components (joints, stirrups, lateral bars) and prosthetic components (joints, feet, adapters) used in orthopedic techniques.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Reading from sources	Machines, technological machinery and equipment used in orthopedic technology.	Interactive Presentation, Practical Application
2	Reading from sources	Milling machines, sanding machines, vacuum machines, compressors	Interactive Presentation, Practical Application
3	Reading from sources	Plate ovens, plaster drying ovens, leather goods and sewing machines.	Interactive Presentation, Practical Application
4	Reading from sources	Metals used in orthopedic technology (steel, aluminum, titanium, copper)	Interactive Presentation, Practical Application
5	Reading from sources	Velcro, webbing, rivets, buckles, and saddlery materials.	Interactive Presentation, Practical Application
6	Reading from sources	Plate cork, polyurethane foam and filler materials.	Interactive Presentation, Practical Application
7	Reading from sources	Types of leather and textile materials used in orthopedic technology.	Interactive Presentation, Practical Application
8	Reading from sources	Thermoplastics, resins, adhesives, and chemicals.	Interactive Presentation, Practical Application
9	Reading from sources	Orthotic components used in orthopedic technology (joints, stirrups, lateral bars)	Interactive Presentation, Practical Application
10	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
11	Reading from sources	Prosthetic components used in orthopedic technology (joints, feet, adapters)	Interactive Presentation, Practical Application
12	Reading from sources	Technological prosthetic and orthotic materials and their features.	Interactive Presentation, Practical Application
13	Reading from sources	Properties of plaster powder and plaster bandages.	Interactive Presentation, Practical Application
14	Reading from sources	Plaster bandage wrapping and plaster molding methods, plaster cutting motor.	Interactive Presentation, Practical Application
15	Reading from sources	Positive plaster modeling and modeling methods, plaster scraping and scraping applications.	Interactive Presentation, Practical 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

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

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.					4
2	Explains the working principles and purposes of the basic techniques, tools, current technologies, and theoretical concepts required in the field.					4

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.				3
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.).				3

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.					4
2	Analyzes the biomechanical principles of the human movement system to design prostheses and orthoses that meet the patient's functional needs.				3

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
2	Accurately applies the correct anatomical measurements and casting techniques appropriate to the amputation level, pathology, and biomechanical requirements.			2

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
2	Evaluates the proper adaptation of the prepared device to the patient (static and dynamic alignment).		1

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.				3

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.				3
2	Provides the patient with comprehensive training on the use, maintenance, and monitoring of the device.			2

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
2	In the workplace, they evaluate and implement risk management procedures with knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) and quality assurance standards.			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	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