MATERIAL AND TECHNOLOGY IN ORTHOTICS PROSTHETICS PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
OPY342	MATERIAL AND TECHNOLOGY IN ORTHOTICS PROSTHETICS	6	4	3	3

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	Turkish
Level of the Course Unit :	, TYY: + , EQF-LLL: , QF-EHEA:
Type of the Course :	Compulsory
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit	-
Coordinator of the Course Unit
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit	Lecturer TUBA YILDIZ
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	It is aimed to gain knowledge about properties of materials used in orthosis and prosthetic production.
Contents of the Course Unit:	Introduction to metal, production and purification of metals, crystal structure of metals, phase equilibrium diagrams, solid solubility, structure properties of micro / crystals, alloy, solid solution hardening theory, effects of solid solution hardening theory, methods and properties, welding, brass, soldering techniques effects of brazing, brazing, brazing techniques. Introduction to plastics, viscoelastic behavior, types of plastic and molecular structures, composite materials, monomers, polymers, additives, the effect of the production method on microstructures and mechanical properties, fabrication processes, effects of manufacturing process; micro-changes, shrinkage and degradation, resins and foams, reinforcing fibers, casting bands and other water-adjusted resins and their mechanical properties, their effects on placement and mechanical effects, fabrication processes and materials, welding, adhesives and their effects on structure and properties

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Explain the phase equilibrium diagrams.
Explain the metals.
Explain the production of metals.
Explain structure properties of micro / crystals.
Explain fabrication processes.
Explain composite materials.
Explain the types of plastic and molecular structures.
Explain plastics.
Explain the effect of production method on microstructures and mechanical properties.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Web-based research	Introduction to metal, Production and purification of metals	Lecture
2	Individual research	Crystal structure of metals, phase balance diagrams	Lecture
3	Web-based research	Solid solubility, structure properties of micro crystals	Experiment / Laboratory
4	Individual research	Alloy, Theory of solid solution hardening	Lecture
5	Web-based research	The effects of solid solution hardening theory, effects on methods and properties	Lecture
6	Individual research	Welding, Brass	Experiment / Laboratory
7	Web-based research	Soldering Techniques	Lecture
8	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	Individual research	Effects of brazing and brazing techniques on structure	Lecture
10	Web-based research	Introduction to plastic, Viscoelastic behavior	Experiment / Laboratory
11	Individual research	Types of plastic and molecular structures, Composite materials	Lecture
12	Web-based research	Monomers, polymers, additives, Effect of production method on microstructures and mechanical properties	Lecture
13	Individual research	Fabrication processes, effects of manufacturing process; micro changes, shrinkage and distortion	Experiment / Laboratory
14	Web-based research	Resins and foams, Reinforcing fibers, Casting tapes and other water-adjusted resins and their mechanical properties	Lecture
15	Individual research	Welding, adhesives and their effects on structure and properties, Placement and mechanical effects, Fabrication processes and their effects on materials	Lecture
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Hsu, J. D., Michael, J., & Fisk, J. (2008). AAOS Atlas of Orthoses and Assistive Devices E-Book. Elsevier Health Sciences.
Lusardi, M. M., Jorge, M., & Nielsen, C. C. (2013). Orthotics and Prosthetics in Rehabilitation-E-Book. Elsevier Health Sciences.
Smith, D. G., Michael, J. W., & Bowker, J. H. (2004). Atlas of amputations and limb deficiencies. Rosemont, IL: American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.
Coppard, B. M., & Lohman, H. (2014). Introduction to Orthotics-E-Book: A Clinical Reasoning and Problem-Solving Approach. Elsevier Health Sciences.
Jacobs, M. A., Jacobs, M. A., Austin, N. M., & Austin, N. M. (2013). Orthotic intervention for the hand and upper extremity: Splinting principles and process. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.

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	Containing up to date information in the field of prostheses and orthoses lecture notes, application tools, visual-basic level, supported by objective source of information acquired in the theoretical and practical courses as a professional can evaluate and implement.						5

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Prostheses and orthoses basic knowledge and skills acquired in the field, using the ability to interpret and evaluate data, identify problems, analyze the evidence-based solutions can be developed.					4

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Prostheses and orthoses related to the field of theoretical and practical information you can use on a basic level.				3

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	All applications related to the field of O prostheses and orthoses according to the technique can					4
2	Gained in the field of prostheses and orthoses, using basic knowledge and skills to interpret and evaluate data, identify problems, analyze and solutions can take part in the planned work.					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Prostheses and orthoses is related to the field with a basic knowledge of using a given task can be carried out independently					4
2	Prostheses and orthoses encountered in applications related to the field to solve complex and unpredictable problems can work as a team member.				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Basic knowledge acquired in the field of prostheses and orthoses and skills to critically evaluate them				3
2	Identify learning needs and can guide learning.				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Issues related to the field of prostheses and orthoses have the basic knowledge and skills in using information about the people and institutions; ideas and proposals for solutions to the problems of written and oral transfer.				3
2	A foreign language at least at the level of European Language Portfolio A2 marks in the field using information and can communicate with colleagues.					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Prostheses and orthoses related to the field of data collection, interpretation and dissemination stages of implementation and results of the social, scientific, cultural and ethical values ​​according to contribute.					4
2	As an individual duties, rights and responsibilities related laws, regulations, legislation and can act according to the rules of professional ethics					4
3	It may work with other health care disciplines					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	4	56
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	5	3	15
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	5	1	5
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	26	0	78