ORTEZ II PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
ORP256	ORTEZ II	4	6	3	4

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:
Contents of the Course Unit:

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

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Reading from sources	Upper Extremity Anatomy and Biomechanics	Interactive Presentation, Practical Application
2	Reading from sources	Basic Principles of Hand Splints, Classification, and Key Points in Application	Interactive Presentation, Practical Application
3	Reading from sources	Static Finger Splint and Short Opponens Splint Applications	Interactive Presentation, Practical Application
4	Reading from sources	Various Static Hand–Wrist Splint Applications	Interactive Presentation, Practical Application
5	Reading from sources	Various Dynamic Hand–Wrist and Finger Splint Applications	Interactive Presentation, Practical Application
6	Reading from sources	Special Splinting Principles and Applications in Joint Diseases such as Rheumatoid Arthritis and Osteoarthritis	Interactive Presentation, Practical Application
7	Reading from sources	Special Splinting Principles and Applications in Burn Injuries	Interactive Presentation, Practical Application
8	Reading from sources	Special Splinting Principles and Applications in Peripheral Nerve Injuries and Tendon Repairs	Interactive Presentation, Practical Application
9	Reading from sources	Special Splinting Principles and Applications in Conditions such as De Quervain’s, Dupuytren’s, and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome	Interactive Presentation, Practical Application
10	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
11	Reading from sources	Functional Fracture Orthosis Applications	Interactive Presentation, Practical Application
12	Reading from sources	Spine Anatomy and Biomechanics	Interactive Presentation, Practical Application
13	Reading from sources	Principles and Applications of Spinal Orthoses	Interactive Presentation, Practical Application
14	Reading from sources	Principles and Applications of Scoliosis Orthoses	Interactive Presentation, Practical Application
15	Reading from sources	Orthosis Rehabilitation	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.						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.						5
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.						5
2	Analyzes the biomechanical principles of the human movement system to design prostheses and orthoses that meet the patient's functional needs.	0

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.						5
2	Evaluates the proper adaptation of the prepared device to the patient (static and dynamic alignment).						5

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.	0

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.				3

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