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BIOMECHANICS AND KINESIOLOGY II PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code Name of the Course Unit Semester In-Class Hours (T+P) Credit ECTS Credit
FTY246 BIOMECHANICS AND KINESIOLOGY II 4 3 3 3

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. GÜLŞAH KONAKOĞLU
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit
Course Prerequisite No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS

Objectives of the Course Unit: The aim of this course is to teach the structure and normal mechanical and anatomical properties of the joints and the components of the musculoskeletal system.
Contents of the Course Unit: Normal and pathological gait; mechanics and pathomechanics of columna vertebralis; scoliosis, pelvis-hip-knee-ankle and foot mechanics and pathomechanics; shoulder-arm complex, elbow, wrist and hand mechanics and pathomechanics.

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

Define normal movement and function, compare with movement and function disorders seen in patients.
Describe the anatomical and mechanical properties of the vertebral column and compare these features with pathological conditions.
Comprehend the mechanical and pathomechanics of the pelvis, hip, knee, ankle joints and foot, and demonstrate the ability to analyze and question the knowledge of professional practice.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY

Week Preparatory Topics(Subjects) Method
1 Literature Review, Database review Mechanics of Columna Vertebralis Lecture, Discussion
2 Literature Review, Database review Columna Vertebralis Pathomechanics, Scoliosis Lecture, Discussion
3 Literature Review, Database review Pelvis Mechanics and Pathomechanics Lecture, Discussion
4 Literature Review, Database review Hip Mechanics and Pathomechanics Lecture, Discussion
5 Literature Review, Database review Normal Walking Lecture, Discussion
6 Literature Review, Database review Pathological Walking Lecture, Discussion
7 Literature Review, Database review Clinical examples Lecture, Discussion
8 - MID-TERM EXAM -
9 Literature Review, Database review General Review Lecture, Discussion
10 Literature Review, Database review Knee Mechanics and Pathomechanics Lecture, Discussion
11 Literature Review, Database review Foot-Ankle Mechanics and Pathomechanics Lecture, Discussion
12 Literature Review, Database review Shoulder-Arm Complex Mechanics and Pathomechanics Lecture, Discussion
13 Literature Review, Database review Elbow Mechanics and Pathomechanics Lecture, Discussion
14 Literature Review, Database review Wrist and Hand Mechanics and Pathomechanics Lecture, Discussion
15 Literature Review, Database review General Review Lecture, Discussion
16 - FINAL EXAM -
17 - FINAL EXAM -

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING

Lippert LS. Clinical Kinesiology and Anatomy. Fourth Edition. F. A. Davis Company, USA, 2006.
Neumann,”Kinesiology of the musculoskeletal System”.

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
Defines the current theory and practice in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation.
5
2
Explain the basic concepts of other medical sciences who related physiotherapy and rehabilitation.
5

KNOWLEDGE

Factual

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Explain the basic phenomenon of sub-fields of physiotherapy and rehabilitation about principles, processes and applications, make a basic level of analysis and evaluation.
4

SKILLS

Cognitive

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Has the ability to physiotherapy and rehabilitation program planning with learned theoretical and practical knowledge.
5

SKILLS

Practical

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Apply for physiotherapy and rehabilitation program according to ethical principles, follow developments, make program changes or end the program if necessary.
5
2
Used for the information which gained from advanced studies for the protection of public health.
4

OCCUPATIONAL

Autonomy & Responsibility

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
independently conduct vocational and academic studies with the knowledge related to the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation, finds solutions to the problems faced.
5

OCCUPATIONAL

Learning to Learn

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Adopts personal development and lifelong learning.
5
2
Knows how to reach the necessary resources to address the learning needs.
3

OCCUPATIONAL

Communication & Social

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Establishes effective communication with other relevant professional groups during physiotherapy and rehabilitation services.
5
2
Gives a contribution to the profession related quality improvement, education and promotion programs.
3
3
Take responsibility in joint studies performed by different disciplines as a team member, contribute on the subject.
5

OCCUPATIONAL

Occupational and/or Vocational

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Have sufficient professional experience in clinical practice to use vocational autonomy.
5
2
The use of all the equipment and hardware in physiotherapy and rehabilitation clinics, provides environmental layout and task flow for clinic.
3
3
Keeps records of service quality monitoring and for scientific research, prepares reports, participant for project implements.
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 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 1 1 1
Preparation for the Final Exam 1 20 20
Mid-Term Exam 1 1 1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam 1 10 10
Short Exam 0 0 0
Preparation for the Short Exam 0 0 0
TOTAL 18 0 74
Total Workload of the Course Unit 74
Workload (h) / 25.5 2,9
ECTS Credits allocated for the Course Unit 3,0