BASIC HEALTH INFORMATION AND FIRST AID PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
SKE251	BASIC HEALTH INFORMATION AND FIRST AID	3	2	2	5

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	English
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 TAHİR GÜRDİL
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit	Lecturer RAHEELA ZAHEER
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	This course aims to provide students with knowledge and skills in basic health information and first aid. Students will become conscious about identifying health problems, performing first aid practices and emergency management. In addition, the ability to act in accordance with health and safety standards will be developed.
Contents of the Course Unit:	Basic Health Information: Introduction to body systems, basic diseases, health indicators and common health problems. Emergencies and First Aid: What to do in emergency health situations such as wounds and bleeding, fainting, heart attack, respiratory arrest, fractures and dislocations. First Aid Techniques: Basic first aid methods, CPR, heart massage, intervention in injuries, shock, poisoning and drowning. Emergency Management: Necessary briefings during the flight, communication with emergency health services on the ground and health management at the scene. Health Safety and Preventive Measures: Health safety procedures, use of first aid kits and the importance of personal hygiene.

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

Students will be able to identify common health problems by having basic health information and knowledge about body systems. They will gain the ability to apply correct first aid interventions in emergency situations. They will be able to take an active role in emergency management by learning the methods of intervening in health problems such as wounds, bleeding, poisoning and fainting. They will be able to prevent possible health-related risks and take appropriate measures in accordance with health safety standards. They will gain the ability to correctly direct professional health services and call for help in health emergencies.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Weekly Reading	Introduction and Course Introduction	Presentation, Lecture, Q&A
2	Weekly Reading	Body Systems and Basic Health Information	Presentation, Lecture, Q&A
3	Weekly Reading	Common Health Problems and First Response	Presentation, Lecture, Q&A
4	Weekly Reading	Emergencies and First Aid Basics	Presentation, Lecture, Q&A
5	Weekly Reading	Wound and Bleeding Management	Presentation, Lecture, Q&A
6	Weekly Reading	Fainting, Shock and Respiratory Arrest	Presentation, Lecture, Q&A
7	Weekly Reading	Cardiac Emergencies and Heart Attack	Presentation, Lecture, Q&A
8	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	Weekly Reading	Fractures, Dislocations and Sprains	Presentation, Lecture, Q&A
10	Weekly Reading	Poisoning and Drowning, Burns and Frostbites	Presentation, Lecture, Q&A
11	Weekly Reading	Advanced First Aid Techniques	Presentation, Lecture, Q&A
12	Weekly Reading	Health Safety and Emergency Equipment	Presentation, Lecture, Q&A
13	Weekly Reading	Emergency Management and Communication	Presentation, Lecture, Q&A
14	Weekly Reading	Practical Work - First Aid Scenarios	Presentation, Lecture, Q&A
15	Weekly Reading	General Review and Evaluation of the Course	Presentation, Lecture, Q&A
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
WTO, IATA, DGCA Websites First Aid Manual

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	Ability to teamwork						5
2	Identify vocational problems and resolve them effectively						5
3	Comprehend, appreciate and comply with cultural and social responsibilities			2
4	Develop an awareness for life long learning					4

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Comply with occupational ethics and sense of responsibility					4
2	Utilize the theoretical information they have acquired in applications and practices						5

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Ability to have knowledge about sectoral issues.			2
2	Manage a process effectively to meet the demands.					4
3	Within the framework of regulations and procedures for implementation and to find solutions for problems.				3

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Civil aviation field statistical research skills and the ability to think about, has the ability to foresee the consequences of strategic decisions and develop skills.				3
2	Encountered in practice or as a team member to take responsibility for unforeseen problems					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Change and innovation are welcome.				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Critically evaluates the acquired knowledge and skills.				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Basic and is dominated by professional English, has the necessary qualifications to use the operating system in an active way for the profession.				3
2	Developments, will be able to follow trends and forecasts. Follow the latest developments related to the field and profession.				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	It has the ability to reflect on the ethical and professional responsibilities.				3
2	To analyze information about the area and has the skills to interpret and evaluate.			2

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	3	42
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	0	0	0
Laboratory	0	0	0
Reading	14	3	42
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	7	7
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	1	7	7
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	46	0	128