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PROTECTIVE ERGOTHERAPY AND ENVIRONMENTAL REGULATIONS PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code Name of the Course Unit Semester In-Class Hours (T+P) Credit ECTS Credit
ETY345 PROTECTIVE ERGOTHERAPY AND ENVIRONMENTAL REGULATIONS 5 3 3 4

GENERAL INFORMATION

Language of Instruction : Turkish
Level of the Course Unit : BACHELOR'S DEGREE, TYY: + 6.Level, EQF-LLL: 6.Level, QF-EHEA: First Cycle
Type of the Course : Compulsory
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit -
Coordinator of the Course Unit Assist.Prof. ÇAĞIL ERTÜRK
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit Lecturer SUZAN AYDIN
Course Prerequisite No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS

Objectives of the Course Unit: It is aimed to teach the concepts of preventive occupational therapy, ergonomic risk factors that affect the role performance of the individual, the obstacles that people may encounter in their environment and appropriate regulations to remove the obstacles.
Contents of the Course Unit: introduction to preventive occupational therapy and environmental regulations, human, activity and environmental ergonomics. Biomechanical principles and occupational therapy. Analysis of environmental barriers, accessibility, security. Plan, organize and adapt to remove barriers.

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

Defines student preventive occupational therapy approaches.
Specifies the characteristics of an accessible environment.
Gains the necessary knowledge and skills to evaluate the physical, social, cultural and institutional environment in order to ensure accessibility.
Gains the necessary knowledge and skills to organize the physical, social, cultural and institutional environment in order to ensure accessibility.
Compares application methods and models to meet the activity and health needs of individuals and communities.
Selects appropriate models to meet the activity and health needs of individuals and communities.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY

Week Preparatory Topics(Subjects) Method
1 Relevant Sections of Resources, Web-based research, Individual research The concept of preventive occupational therapy and environmental regulation (human-activity-environment) Interactive Presentation, Discussion, Question & Answer
2 Relevant Sections of Resources, Web-based research, Individual research Preventive occupational therapy target groups Interactive Presentation, Discussion, Question & Answer
3 Relevant Sections of Resources, Web-based research, Individual research Preventive occupational therapy strategies and ergonomics Interactive Presentation, Discussion, Question & Answer
4 Relevant Sections of Resources, Web-based research, Individual research Arrangement of Building Entrances for Disabled Groups Interactive Presentation, Discussion, Question & Answer
5 Relevant Sections of Resources, Web-based research, Individual research Outdoor Regulations-Stairs Interactive Presentation, Discussion, Question & Answer
6 Relevant Sections of Resources, Web-based research, Individual research Outdoor Regulations - Sidewalks and Ramps Interactive Presentation, Discussion, Question & Answer
7 Relevant Sections of Resources, Web-based research, Individual research Signs and Markings Interactive Presentation, Discussion, Question & Answer
8 - MID-TERM EXAM -
9 Relevant Sections of Resources, Web-based research, Individual research Arrangement of Parking Areas Interactive Presentation, Discussion, Question & Answer
10 Relevant Sections of Resources, Web-based research, Individual research Arrangement of Building Entrances Interactive Presentation, Discussion, Question & Answer
11 Relevant Sections of Resources, Web-based research, Individual research Building Design and Arrangement for the Disabled Interactive Presentation, Discussion, Question & Answer
12 Relevant Sections of Resources, Web-based research, Individual research Kitchen Designs for the Disabled Interactive Presentation, Discussion, Question & Answer
13 Relevant Sections of Resources, Web-based research, Individual research Room, Balcony and Terrace Designs for the Disabled Interactive Presentation, Discussion, Question & Answer
14 Relevant Sections of Resources, Web-based research, Individual research Toilet Designs for the Disabled Interactive Presentation, Discussion, Question & Answer
15 Relevant Sections of Resources, Web-based research, Individual research Bathroom Designs for the Disabled Interactive Presentation, Discussion, Question & Answer
16 - FINAL EXAM -
17 - FINAL EXAM -

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING

Uyanık M, Yaran M, Tekeci Y. (2020). Toplum Temelli Uygulama Alanlarında Ergoterapi. Hipokrat Kitabevi.
Reitz, S. M., Scaffa, M. E., & Pizzi, M. A. (2010). Occupational therapy conceptual models for health promotion practice. Occupational therapy in the promotion of health and wellness, 22-45.
Pedretti, L. W., & Early, M. B. (Eds.). (2001). Occupational therapy: Practice skills for physical dysfunction (pp. 3-12). St. Louis, MO: Mosby.

ASSESSMENT

Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities Number of Activities Degree of Contribution (%) Description
Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5

CONTRIBUTION OF THE COURSE UNIT TO THE PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES

KNOWLEDGE

Theoretical

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
He fulfills all roles required by his professional performance, integrates the entire occupational therapy process, carries out his own practices using the information on theoretical and practical occupational therapy in his field. He actively participates in the development, advancement, and promotion of occupational therapy.
5

KNOWLEDGE

Factual

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
He explains the basic facts, principles, processes in the subfields of occupational therapy and the methods in the field of application makes advanced analyses and evaluations.
5
2
He uses the advanced knowledge he acquires to protect the community's health.
5

SKILLS

Cognitive

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
He studies, picks, analyzes and synthesizes theories and application models in the occupational therapy field that are supported by scientific publications and resources, with the purpose of carrying out the activities and vital roles of people and communities and determining health care needs, and plans the response.
4

SKILLS

Practical

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
He analyzes biological, medical, psychological, sociological and technological information within the scope of occupational therapy, synthesizes this information with information from theories about activity and participation, determines and analyzes the person's resources and constraints. Using this information, research and evidence-based solution proposals can be developed.
5

OCCUPATIONAL

Autonomy & Responsibility

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
By critically interpreting activity and participation constraints, he chooses a professional and independent role for himself (e.g. treatment, counseling) and works in a people-centric manner by using prevention, rehabilitation, and treatment activities.
5

OCCUPATIONAL

Learning to Learn

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
He determines the need for research on topics associated with occupational therapy practices and/or occupational therapy science, prepares related research questions, conducts independent research, and carries on lifelong learning.
5

OCCUPATIONAL

Communication & Social

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
By establishing close cooperation with the people and community, he carries out occupational therapy intervention, and works to improve community involvement by creating accessible and adaptable environments.
5
2
He works with those receiving services and providing care, with the team members, and other stakeholders in a cooperative and interdisciplinary manner to ensure roles and participation.
5
3
He has a computer license and foreign language proficiency adequate for use in Europe.
2

OCCUPATIONAL

Occupational and/or Vocational

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
He considers and respects personal differences, cultural beliefs, customs, and traditions and takes into account and respects their effect on participation in roles and activities. He combines these with scientific, cultural and ethical values.
4
2
He explains a person's daily life, production, and leisure time activities and his nature regarding his duties, and explains the connection between his performance regarding these and the connection between activities and health and wellbeing.
5
3
He acknowledges his own responsibility in the intervention he carries out and does so according to the principles of management and quality. He takes part in the process of quality development in occupational therapy and returns information to stakeholders.
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 14 3 42
Preliminary & Further Study 14 1 14
Land Surveying 0 0 0
Group Work 1 5 5
Laboratory 0 0 0
Reading 0 0 0
Assignment (Homework) 1 5 5
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 4 4 16
Mid-Term Exam 1 1 1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam 4 4 16
Short Exam 0 0 0
Preparation for the Short Exam 0 0 0
TOTAL 40 0 100
Total Workload of the Course Unit 100
Workload (h) / 25.5 3,9
ECTS Credits allocated for the Course Unit 4,0