ELECTROTHERAPY I PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
FTY243E	ELECTROTHERAPY I	3	4	3	4

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	English
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	Lecturer BUSENUR KARAGÖZ
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	It aims to examine the electrophysical principles of electrotherapy, the responses of tissues to electrotherapy modalities commonly used in physiotherapy, and to gain knowledge, skills and attitudes about the mechanisms of action and application methods of low and medium frequency currents.
Contents of the Course Unit:	Introduction to electrotherapy, electrophysical principles, electrical properties of cells and tissues, nerve activations, stimulation effects in muscle, galvanic and faradic current applications, pain mechanisms, properties of currents and application methods (TENS, diadynamic current, interferential current, ultra-reactive currents, russian current microcurrents) .

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Explains the electrical properties of tissues.
Explains the applications of electrotherapy and its electrophysiological effects on tissues.
Shows competence in applying currents.
When faced with unforeseen problems, takes necessary precautions to protect the patient.
Correlates the currents with the diseases to which these currents will be applied.
Plans the application method of currents in accordance with the disease.
Explains the effects of currents on tissues.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Web-Based Research, Individual Research	Introduction to Electrotherapy, Electrophysical Principles	Discussion, Q&A, Practical Application-Exercises, Case Study Analysis
2	Web-Based Research, Individual Research	Electrical Properties of Cells and Tissues	Discussion, Q&A, Practical Application-Exercises, Case Study Analysis
3	Web-Based Research, Individual Research	Mechanism of Muscle Contraction	Discussion, Q&A, Practical Application-Exercises, Case Study Analysis
4	Web-Based Research, Individual Research	Direct Currents and Iontophoresis	Discussion, Q&A, Practical Application-Exercises, Case Study Analysis
5	Web-Based Research, Individual Research	Galvanic Current	Discussion, Q&A, Practical Application-Exercises, Case Study Analysis
6	Web-Based Research, Individual Research	Faradic Current	Discussion, Q&A, Practical Application-Exercises, Case Study Analysis
7	Web-Based Research, Individual Research	Sinusoidal Current	Discussion, Q&A, Practical Application-Exercises, Case Study Analysis
8	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	Web-Based Research, Individual Research	Electrodiagnostic Tests	Discussion, Q&A, Practical Application-Exercises, Case Study Analysis
10	Web-Based Research, Individual Research	TENS (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation)	Discussion, Q&A, Practical Application-Exercises, Case Study Analysis
11	Web-Based Research, Individual Research	NMES (Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation)	Discussion, Q&A, Practical Application-Exercises, Case Study Analysis
12	Web-Based Research, Individual Research	FES (Functional Electrical Stimulation)	Discussion, Q&A, Practical Application-Exercises, Case Study Analysis
13	Web-Based Research, Individual Research	Russian Current	Discussion, Q&A, Practical Application-Exercises, Case Study Analysis
14	Web-Based Research, Individual Research	Interferential Current	Discussion, Q&A, Practical Application-Exercises, Case Study Analysis
15	Web-Based Research, Individual Research	Diadynamic Current	Discussion, Q&A, Practical Application-Exercises, Case Study Analysis
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Wolf S.L.(1981). Clinics in Physical Therapy: Electrotherapy. New York: Churchill Livingstone.
Low, J., & Reed, A. (2000). Electrotherapy explained: Principles and practice. Oxford: Butterworth-Heinemann.

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	Has advanced theoretical and applied knowledge supported by textbooks containing basic and current information in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation, application tools and multimedia education tools and other resources.						5
2	Has the knowledge to evaluate the nature, source, limits, accuracy, reliability and validity of the information.						5

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Has the knowledge to reach scientific knowledge in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation, to monitor, evaluate and apply the current literature.						5

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Using the advanced knowledge and skills acquired in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation, it interprets and evaluates scientifically proven data, defines and analyzes problems, develops solutions by considering professional and ethical values ​​based on research and evidence, shares information, and makes teamwork.					4
2	Produces solutions to the problems specific to the field in line with scientific data/evidence.					4

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Provides health education for individuals, families and the society by using the advanced theoretical and practical knowledge gained in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Using advanced knowledge about physiotherapy and rehabilitation, carries out a study independently and takes responsibility as a team member in cooperation with other professional groups working in this field.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Demonstrates embracing lifelong learning, is open to development and continues this behavior.				3
2	Identifies learning resources, access resources effectively/quickly.					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Shares her thoughts on the issues related to physiotherapy and rehabilitation with quantitative and qualitative data, and shares thoughts with experts and non-experts as an active element of the process, by supporting them with quantitative and qualitative data.						5
2	With the awareness of social responsibility, organizes and implements projects and activities in cooperation with other professional groups for the social environment which they live.				3
3	Follows the information in the field and communicates with colleagues by using a foreign language at least at the European Language Portfolio B1 General Level.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Collects, interprets and applies data related to the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation, cooperates with people from related disciplines during the announcement of the results and acts in accordance with social, scientific, cultural and ethical values.						5
2	With Professional identity, sets a role model to colleagues and is an example to the society.						5
3	Knows the importance of ethical principles and ethical committees for the individual and society in the fields of education, practice and research.						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	4	56
Preliminary & Further Study	7	1	7
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	0	0	0
Laboratory	0	0	0
Reading	0	0	0
Assignment (Homework)	1	2	2
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	14	2	28
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	3	2	6
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	3	2	6
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	44	0	107