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ELECTROTHERAPY II PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code Name of the Course Unit Semester In-Class Hours (T+P) Credit ECTS Credit
FTY244 ELECTROTHERAPY II 4 4 3 4

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 Lecturer HANDE BESNA GÖÇEN
Course Prerequisite No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS

Objectives of the Course Unit: It is aimed to examine the electrophysical principles of electrotherapy, the responses of tissues to electrotherapy modalities commonly used in physiotherapy, the mechanisms of action and application methods of low, medium and high frequency currents.
Contents of the Course Unit: This course covers thermal mechanisms, physiological responses in electrotherapy, basic properties and application principles of low, medium and high frequency currents.

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

Explains the properties of currents.
Explains the effects of currents on tissues.
Shows competence in the application of currents.
Organizes the application method of currents in accordance with the disease.
Relates currents and diseases.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY

Week Preparatory Topics(Subjects) Method
1 Related Sections of Resources, Web-based research, Individual research Russian Current and Application Methods Group work, Discussion, Question & Answer, Problem-based learning, Case Study
2 Related Sections of Resources, Web-based research, Individual research Diadynamic Currents and Application Methods Group work, Discussion, Question & Answer, Problem-based learning, Case Study
3 Related Sections of Resources, Web-based research, Individual research Ultra-Reiz Currents and Application Methods Group work, Discussion, Question & Answer, Problem-based learning, Case Study
4 Related Sections of Resources, Web-based research, Individual research Ultrasound therapy and Application Methods Group work, Discussion, Question & Answer, Problem-based learning, Case Study
5 Related Sections of Resources, Web-based research, Individual research Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy (ESWT) and Application Methods Group work, Discussion, Question & Answer, Problem-based learning, Case Study
6 Related Sections of Resources, Web-based research, Individual research Short Wave Diathermy and Application Methods Group work, Discussion, Question & Answer, Problem-based learning, Case Study
7 Related Sections of Resources, Web-based research, Individual research Magnetotherapy and Application Methods Group work, Discussion, Question & Answer, Problem-based learning, Case Study
8 - MID-TERM EXAM -
9 Related Sections of Resources, Web-based research, Individual research Traction Application and Application Methods Group work, Discussion, Question & Answer, Problem-based learning, Case Study
10 Related Sections of Resources, Web-based research, Individual research Intermittant Pneumatic Compression and Application Methods Group work, Discussion, Question & Answer, Problem-based learning, Case Study
11 Related Sections of Resources, Web-based research, Individual research Biofeedback and Application Methods Group work, Discussion, Question & Answer, Problem-based learning, Case Study
12 Related Sections of Resources, Web-based research, Individual research Case Analysis and Selection of Appropriate Electrotherapy Method Group work, Discussion, Question & Answer, Problem-based learning, Case Study
13 Related Sections of Resources, Web-based research, Individual research Case Analysis and Selection of Appropriate Electrotherapy Method Group work, Discussion, Question & Answer, Problem-based learning, Case Study
14 Related Sections of Resources, Web-based research, Individual research Case Analysis and Selection of Appropriate Electrotherapy Method Group work, Discussion, Question & Answer, Problem-based learning, Case Study
15 Related Sections of Resources, Web-based research, Individual research Case Analysis and Selection of Appropriate Electrotherapy Method Group work, Discussion, Question & Answer, Problem-based learning, Case Study
16 - FINAL EXAM -
17 - FINAL EXAM -

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING

Nuray Kırdı, Nihal Şimşek, Aydın Meriç, Çiğdem Ayhan, Özlem Yürük (Ed.)Elektroterapide Temel Prensipler ve Klinik Uygulamalar? Ankara, Hipokrat,2016.
Kahn, Joseph "Principles and practice of electrotherapy" New York, 1991.
Theresa Nalty."Electrotherapy clinical procedures manual" New York, 2001.
Steven L. Wolf, "Electrotherapy" New York,1981.

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
5

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
0
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
4

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
4

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.
4
2
Gives a contribution to the profession related quality improvement, education and promotion programs
5
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.
5
3
Keeps records of service quality monitoring and for scientific research, prepares reports, participant for project implements
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 14 1 14
Land Surveying 0 0 0
Group Work 0 0 0
Laboratory 14 1 14
Reading 0 0 0
Assignment (Homework) 1 1 1
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 2 10
Mid-Term Exam 1 1 1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam 5 2 10
Short Exam 0 0 0
Preparation for the Short Exam 0 0 0
TOTAL 55 0 107
Total Workload of the Course Unit 107
Workload (h) / 25.5 4,2
ECTS Credits allocated for the Course Unit 4,0