MATHEMATICS PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
MAT155	MATHEMATICS	1	2	2	5

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	Assist.Prof. NİHAN ÜNLÜ
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit	Lecturer ALEYNA ÇAVDAR
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	The aim of this course is to provide students with the fundamental concepts and principles of mathematics, to enable them to understand the relationships between number systems and algebraic structures, and to contribute to their effective use of mathematical knowledge in problem-solving processes by developing their mathematical thinking skills.
Contents of the Course Unit:	The content of this course covers the following topics: natural and rational numbers, the four basic operations, equations and inequalities, divisibility rules, the concept of place value, prime numbers, GCD-LCM, factorial, exponents and roots, factorization, functions, and identities. • It explains the basic concepts and terms used in mathematics..

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Explains fundamental concepts and terms used in mathematics.
Defines number systems and the relationships between them.
Expresses the logic behind basic arithmetic operations and algebraic rules.
Explains basic approaches to solving equations and inequalities.
Expresses different forms of representation of mathematical expressions.
Defines the methods used in the mathematical problem-solving process.
Explains the findings obtained as a result of mathematical operations.
Expresses the relationships between algebraic expressions and relations.
Explains the similarities and differences between mathematical concepts.
Expresses the role and importance of mathematics in problem-solving.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Literature Review	Natural numbers and basic operations	Explanation, Question-Answer, Problem Solving
2	Literature Review	Rational numbers	Explanation, Question-Answer, Problem Solving
3	Literature Review	Equations and inequalities	Explanation, Question-Answer, Problem Solving
4	Literature Review	Divisibility rules	Explanation, Question-Answer, Problem Solving
5	Literature Review	Place value concept and prime numbers	Explanation, Question-Answer, Problem Solving
6	Literature Review	GCD-LCM	Explanation, Question-Answer, Problem Solving
7	Literature Review	Applications of GCD-LCM	Explanation, Question-Answer, Problem Solving
8	Literature Review	Factorial	Explanation, Question-Answer, Problem Solving
9	Literature Review	Exponents	Explanation, Question-Answer, Problem Solving
10	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
11	Literature Review	Radicals	Explanation, Question-Answer, Problem Solving
12	Literature Review	Factoring	Explanation, Question-Answer, Problem Solving
13	Literature Review	Functions	Explanation, Question-Answer, Problem Solving
14	Literature Review	Identities	Explanation, Question-Answer, Problem Solving
15	Literature Review	Problems and Applications of Professional Statistics	Explanation, Question-Answer, Problem Solving
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Stewart, J., Redlin, L., & Watson, S. (2016). Precalculus: Mathematics for calculus (7th ed.). Boston, MA: Cengage Learning.
Balcı, M. (2018). Genel matematik (7. baskı). Ankara: Palme Yayıncılık.
Özdemir, M. (2015). Genel matematik ve problem çözme. İstanbul: Beta Basım Yayım.
Çelik, A., & Yıldız, N. (2017). Temel matematik. Ankara: Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık.

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description	Examination Method
Mid-Term Exam	1	50		Classical Exam
Final Exam	1	50		Classical Exam
TOTAL	2	100

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Students acquire up-to-date theoretical knowledge in Anatomy, Physiology, Physics, Physics and Geometric Optics, Optical Instruments and Materials, which are required in the field of optometry.						5

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	The principles of occupational health and safety, environmental awareness, professional ethics, and quality assurance processes necessary for safe, controlled, and standards-compliant work in the optician's environment are based on theoretical foundations.		1

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	It evaluates professional problems and situations encountered in the field of optometry with an analytical, critical, and scientifically based approach, and offers appropriate solutions.					4

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They effectively use professional information technologies, optical design programs, measurement software, and digital data management systems.		1
2	By using optical devices, measuring instruments, and workshop equipment efficiently, safely, and methodically, he integrates them into professional practices by monitoring technological developments.		1

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Of the obligations to be fulfilled successfully and correctly.				3
2	Knowing the risks to the health sector and industry make the right decisions.	0
3	Health sector and the sector's risk requires knowing the true teamwork in the unit, compatible and effective to çalışır.al.			2

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They communicate effectively and clearly, both orally and in writing, expressing their knowledge and opinions in their field, thus maintaining effective communication with colleagues, patients, and other healthcare professionals.				3
2	In professional settings, they assume responsibility as an effective team member in workshop and optical sales environments.	0
3	As an optician, they possess the ability to quickly assess, make appropriate decisions, and generate solutions in unexpected and complex professional situations, thus adapting to varying working conditions.				3
4	As an individual with a lifelong learning culture focused on continuous self-improvement, they follow professional innovations, developments in optical technologies, and current scientific publications.			2

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They gain language proficiency in a foreign language that enables them to communicate with healthcare professionals through professional publications and national and international resources.	0
2	Demonstrates practical skills in inventory management, customer relations, sales processes, and compliance with professional regulations in optical retail businesses.	0

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	By analyzing the technical specifications of eyeglass frames, contact lenses, and optical materials, it selects and adapts products to suit an individual's vision needs.	0
2	The optical workshop ensures product quality by performing frame assembly, lens edge processing, repair, and adjustment processes in accordance with standards.	0
3	By evaluating prescription parameters, it accurately and precisely applies lens centering, optical axis adjustment, pupillary distance measurement, and related optical calculations.	0

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	6	84
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	2	2
Preparation for the Final Exam	1	8	8
Mid-Term Exam	1	2	2
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	129