BIOMECHANICS AND KINESIOLOGY I PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
FTY245	BIOMECHANICS AND KINESIOLOGY I	3	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	Prof. ARİF ÖNDER
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	It is aimed to provide information on explaining movement and the structures involved in movement, as well as their mechanics.
Contents of the Course Unit:	Definition of biomechanics, topics covered by kinesiology and biomechanics, movement and movement types, general mechanical principles, bone diseases, structure-properties of cartilage tissue, pathokinetics of mechanics; mechanics and pathomechanics of muscle function; mechanical properties of collagen tissue, and pathomechanics, classification of body joints, movement of joints in planes, levers, balance, orientation planes and coordinates.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Explains the fundamental concepts related to biomechanics.
Explains the mechanical principles related to movement.
Explains force and principles of force application.
Explains mechanisms of injury.
Explains balance, weight transfer, and orientation planes.
Explains pathological conditions and their clinical applications based on biomechanical and kinesiological concepts.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Individual Study, Database review, Web based research	Introduction to Biomechanics and Kinesiology	Lecture, Discussion
2	Individual Study, Database review, Web based research, Online Learning	Biomechanical Properties of Tissues: Connective Tissue	Lecture, Discussion, Case Study
3	Individual Study, Database review, Web based research	Biomechanical Properties of Tissues: Bone Tissue	Lecture, Case Study
4	Individual Study, Database review, Web based research, Online Learning	Functional Adaptation of Bone Under Pathological Conditions	Lecture, Discussion, Case Study
5	Individual Study, Database review, Web based research	Metabolic Bone Diseases	Lecture, Case Study
6	Individual Study, Database review, Web based research, Online Learning	Contracture and Fatigue	Lecture, Discussion, Case Study
7	Individual Study, Database review, Web based research	Biomechanical Properties of Tissues: Cartilage Tissue	Lecture, Case Study
8	Individual Study, Database review, Web based research, Online Learning	Biomechanical Properties of Tissues: Ligament	Lecture, Discussion, Case Study
9	Individual Study, Web based research	Biomechanical Properties of Tissues: Muscle (Structural Biomechanics and Passive Properties of Muscle)	Lecture, Discussion, Case Study
10	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
11	Individual Study, Database review, Web based research	Biomechanical Properties of Tissues: Muscle (Contractile Mechanics and Functional Relationships of Muscle)	Lecture, Discussion, Case Study
12	Individual Study, Web based research	Biomechanical Properties of Tissues: Tendon	Lecture, Discussion, Case Study
13	Individual Study, Database review, Web based research	Biomechanical Properties of Tissues: Fascia	Lecture, Discussion, Case Study
14	Individual Study, Web based research	Static and Kinetic Approaches to Human Movement	Lecture, Discussion, Case Study
15	Individual Study, Database review, Web based research	Kinematic Approach to Human Movement	Lecture, Discussion, Case Study
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Cael, C. (2015). Fonksiyonel anatomi: Manuel terapistler için kas iskelet anatomisi, kinezyoloji ve palpasyon (N. Ergun, Ed.; Ş. Avcı, N. Ü. Yıldırım & Y. Bakar, Çev.). Nobel Tıp Kitabevleri.
Çilingir, A. Ç. (2021). Doku biyomekaniği. Ankara: Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık.
Levangie, P. K., & Norkin, C. C. (2005). Joint structure and function: A comprehensive analysis (4th ed.). F. A. Davis Company.
Muscolino, J. E. (2018). Kinezyoloji: İskelet sistemi ve kas fonksiyonu (Y. B. Sürel, Çev.). Nobel Tıp Kitabevleri.
Nordin, M., Frankel, V. H., & Leger, D. (2012). Basic biomechanics of the musculoskeletal system (4th ed.). Wolters Kluwer.
Winter, D. A. (2005). Biomechanics and motor control of human movement (3rd ed.). John Wiley and Sons.
Yazıcıoğlu, G., & Erbahçeci, F. (2020). Kinezyoloji ve biyomekanik (Gözden geçirilmiş 3. baskı). Hipokrat 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	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.					4

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.					4
2	He uses the advanced knowledge he acquires to protect the community's health.					4

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.						5

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.				3

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.					4
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.					4
3	He has a computer license and foreign language proficiency adequate for use in Europe.		1

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.				3
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.				3
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.					4

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	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	14	1	14
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	7	1	7
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	51	0	79