PROFESSIONAL PRACTICES II PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
ORP252	PROFESSIONAL PRACTICES II	4	8	4	6

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 TUBA YILDIZ
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	The aim of this course is to enable students to put their anatomical, biomechanical, and material knowledge acquired during their education into practice in prosthetics and orthotics workshops and clinical settings, to gain experience in patient-specific device fitting processes, and to internalize professional ethical values ​​in the workplace.
Contents of the Course Unit:	The aim of the course is to provide students with clinical application skills by enabling them to actively participate in the measurement, modeling, production, and trial processes of lower and upper extremity prostheses and various orthoses in prosthetic and orthotic centers of public or private institutions.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Relates theoretical and factual knowledge acquired in their field to practical applications in the work environment.
Solves technical problems encountered in the work environment using professional tools, equipment, and methods.
Uses current technologies and software required by the work environment in accordance with professional standards.
Demonstrates verbal and written communication techniques with stakeholders in the work environment in accordance with professional ethical rules.
Examines the functioning and ongoing practices in the workplace from a holistic perspective.
Analyzes complex problems encountered during professional practice and develops appropriate solutions.
Identifies their own learning needs and creates lifelong learning strategies for their professional development.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	-	Throughout the semester, students have the opportunity to observe and apply the theoretical topics they have learned.	-
2	-	Throughout the semester, students have the opportunity to observe and apply the theoretical topics they have learned.	-
3	-	Throughout the semester, students have the opportunity to observe and apply the theoretical topics they have learned.	-
4	-	Throughout the semester, students have the opportunity to observe and apply the theoretical topics they have learned.	-
5	-	Throughout the semester, students have the opportunity to observe and apply the theoretical topics they have learned.	-
6	-	Throughout the semester, students have the opportunity to observe and apply the theoretical topics they have learned.	-
7	-	Throughout the semester, students have the opportunity to observe and apply the theoretical topics they have learned.	-
8	-	Throughout the semester, students have the opportunity to observe and apply the theoretical topics they have learned.	-
9	-	Throughout the semester, students have the opportunity to observe and apply the theoretical topics they have learned.	-
10	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
11	-	Throughout the semester, students have the opportunity to observe and apply the theoretical topics they have learned.	-
12	-	Throughout the semester, students have the opportunity to observe and apply the theoretical topics they have learned.	-
13	-	Throughout the semester, students have the opportunity to observe and apply the theoretical topics they have learned.	-
14	-	Throughout the semester, students have the opportunity to observe and apply the theoretical topics they have learned.	-
15	-	Throughout the semester, students have the opportunity to observe and apply the theoretical topics they have learned.	-
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.						5
2	Explains the working principles and purposes of the basic techniques, tools, current technologies, and theoretical concepts required in the field.						5

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.					4
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.).						5

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.					4

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.						5
2	Accurately applies the correct anatomical measurements and casting techniques appropriate to the amputation level, pathology, and biomechanical requirements.						5

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).			2

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.			2
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.					4
2	In the workplace, they evaluate and implement risk management procedures with knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) and quality assurance standards.						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	2	8	16
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	14	8	112
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	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	31	0	157