INTRODUCTION TO ORTHOSES PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
ORP106	INTRODUCTION TO ORTHOSES	2	2	2	3

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:	It is aimed to create a theoretical knowledge that will form the basis of the basic orthotic concept, its aims, and orthotic approaches that are frequently used in lower-upper extremity and trunk pathologies.
Contents of the Course Unit:	Definition and classification of orthoses, materials used, lower extremity pathologies and orthoses, spinal pathologies and orthoses, upper extremity pathologies and orthoses, additional parts and modifications to orthoses, mobility aids.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Can define the orthosis.
Explain the basic usage areas of orthoses.
Can make samples according to the basic usage areas of orthoses.
Will be able to list the usage purposes and targets of orthoses.
Explain the usage period, maintenance and applicability of orthoses on the patient.
Define orthotic approaches for common pathologies in the lower extremity.
Define orthotic approaches for common pathologies in the upper extremity.
Define orthotic approaches for trunk/spine deformities or pathologies.
Will be able to explain the usage purposes and types of mobility assist devices.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Reading Sources	Introduction to orthoses	Interactive Presentation, Practical Work
2	Reading Sources	History of orthosis	Interactive Presentation, Practical Work
3	Reading Sources	Biomechanical structure of foot and common pathologies	Interactive Presentation, Practical Work
4	Reading Sources	Footwear choices	Interactive Presentation, Practical Work
5	Reading Sources	Foot orthoses	Interactive Presentation, Practical Work
6	Reading Sources	Ankle and foot orthosis	Interactive Presentation, Practical Work
7	Reading Sources	Knee Orthosis	Interactive Presentation, Practical Work
8	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	Reading Sources	Hip Orhosis	Interactive Presentation, Practical Work
10	Reading Sources	Orthoses in spinal pathologies	Interactive Presentation, Practical Work
11	Reading Sources	Scoliosis Orthosis	Interactive Presentation, Practical Work
12	Reading Sources	Upper Limb Orthosis	Interactive Presentation, Practical Work
13	Reading Sources	Hand Splints	Interactive Presentation, Practical Work
14	Reading Sources	Wheelchairs	Interactive Presentation, Practical Work
15	Reading Sources	Mobility assissting devices	Interactive Presentation, Practical Work
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Bek N. (2020). Ortezler. Hipokrat Kitabevi.
Joseph B. Webster, Douglas P. Murphy. (2017). Atlas of Orthoses and Assistive Devices. Elsevier.
Kaya Ö. (2019). Endikasyondan Pratiğe Ortez Protez. Hipokrat Kitabevi.

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Containing up to date information in the field of orthopedic prostheses and orthoses lecture notes, application tools, visual-basic level, supported by objective source of information acquired in the theoretical and practical courses as a professional can evaluate and implement.					4

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Orthopedic prostheses and orthoses basic knowledge and skills acquired in the field, using the ability to interpret and evaluate data, identify problems, analyze the evidence-based solutions can be developed.				3

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Orthopedic prostheses and orthoses related to the field of theoretical and practical information you can use on a basic level.				3

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	All applications related to the field of Orthopedic prostheses and orthoses according to the technique can.					4
2	Gained in the field of Orthopedic prostheses and orthoses, using basic knowledge and skills to interpret and evaluate data, identify problems, analyze and solutions can take part in the planned work.					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Orthopedic prostheses and orthoses is related to the field with a basic knowledge of using a given task can be carried out independently.						5
2	Orthopedic prostheses and orthoses encountered in applications related to the field to solve complex and unpredictable problems can work as a team member.			2

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Basic knowledge acquired in the field of orthopedic prostheses and orthoses and skills to critically evaluate them.			2
2	Identify learning needs and can guide learning.				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Issues related to the field of Orthopedic prostheses and orthoses have the basic knowledge and skills in using information about the people and institutions; ideas and proposals for solutions to the problems of written and oral transfer.	0
2	A foreign language at least at the level of European Language Portfolio A2 marks in the field using information and can communicate with colleagues.			2

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Orthopedic prostheses and orthoses related to the field of data collection, interpretation and dissemination stages of implementation and results of the social, scientific, cultural and ethical values ​​according to contribute.				3
2	As an individual duties, rights and responsibilities related laws, regulations, legislation and can act according to the rules of professional ethics.			2
3	It may work with other health care disciplines.					4

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	2	28
Preliminary & Further Study	14	2	28
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	1	1	1
Preparation for the Final Exam	1	10	10
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	1	5	5
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	32	0	73