INTRODUCTİON TO DİGİTAL HEALTH AND INFORMATİON SYSTEMS PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
DSS151	INTRODUCTİON TO DİGİTAL HEALTH AND INFORMATİON SYSTEMS	1	2	2	5

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	Turkish
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 EBRU CENGİZ
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit	Lecturer EBRU CENGİZ
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	The aim of this course is to introduce the fundamental concepts of digital transformation in healthcare, to familiarize students with the information systems used in healthcare institutions, and to enable them to acquire the competence to use digital health applications effectively, safely, and ethically. The course expands upon this objective by covering topics such as health record management, health information systems, digital applications in hospitals and healthcare institutions, data security, remote healthcare services, and digital health processes.
Contents of the Course Unit:	The course begins with an examination of the concept of digital health and the purpose and importance of health records. Factors affecting health, healthcare institutions and their functions, and types of health information systems are examined. The structure of healthcare organization and hospital management in Turkey is evaluated. Furthermore, hospital information systems, human resources information systems, health data management, data security, and privacy issues are discussed. Remote healthcare applications, appointment systems, emergency and ambulance services, polyclinic and clinic information systems, and insurance and medication tracking processes in digital health are also evaluated and covered within the scope of the course.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Explain the concept of digital health and the purposes of health records.
Evaluate factors affecting health from a digital health perspective.
Define the structure and functions of healthcare institutions.
Explain healthcare organization in Turkey.
Explain hospital management and the duties of the board of directors.
Explain hospital information systems and their sub-components.
Explain data security and privacy principles in healthcare.
Explain the processes of collecting, storing, and using health data.
Evaluate remote healthcare applications and appointment systems.
Explain the supply and follow-up processes in digital health services.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Written-Visual resources	Course Content and Subject Explanation, Introduction to the Course, Objectives of Health Record Keeping, Digital Health Concept	Lecture, Question-Answer
2	Research-Assignment	Digital Health, Factors Affecting Health	Lecture, Question-Answer, Review of the previous week
3	Literature review	Healthcare Institutions and Their Functions, Types of Information Systems in Healthcare	Lecture, Question-Answer
4	Written-Visual resources	Healthcare Organization in Turkey	Lecture, Question-Answer, Review of the previous week
5	Research-Assignment	Hospital in Digital Health, Hospital Management Board	Lecture, Question-Answer
6	Literature review	Hospital Information Systems, Data Security and Privacy in Healthcare	Lecture, Question-Answer, Review of the previous week
7	Written-Visual resources	Hospital Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS)	Lecture, Question-Answer
8	Research-Assignment	Collection, Storage and Use of Hospital Information	Lecture, Question-Answer, Review of the previous week
9	Literature review	Remote Healthcare Applications, Hospital Appointment Systems and Information Technologies	Lecture, Question-Answer
10	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
11	Written-Visual resources	Supply Tracking in Digital Healthcare Services	Lecture, Question-Answer, Review of the previous week
12	Research-Assignment	Use of Emergency and Ambulance Services Information Systems in Digital Healthcare	Lecture, Question-Answer
13	Literature review	Use of Information Systems in Polyclinic and Clinic Services in Digital Healthcare	Lecture, Question-Answer, Review of the previous week
14	Written-Visual resources	Insurance Transactions and Medication Tracking in Digital Healthcare Services	Lecture, Question-Answer
15	Research-Assignment	Medication Tracking in Digital Healthcare Services	Lecture, Question-Answer, Review of the previous week
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Işık, O. ve Akbolat, M. (2004). “Bilgi Teknolojileri ve Hastane Bilgi Sistemleri Kullanımı: Sağlık Çalışanları Üzerine Bir Araştırma” Bilgi Dünyası.
Johns, M. L. (1996). Information Management for Health Professionals. USA: Thomson Learning. Jorgensen, T. (1995). “Methods for Data Acquisition” (Ed.Van Gennip, E. M., ve Talmon, J. L. Assessment and evaluation of information technologies in medicine (Vol. 17). Netherlands: IOS Press.
Özkul, A.E., ve Odacıoğlu, Y. (2004). Sağlık Kurumlarında Kaynak Planlaması, Eskişehir, Anadolu Üniversitesi Yayınları
American Medical Association (1996). Allied Health Educatıon Dırectory: Twenty-Third Edition. Chicago.
Barutçugil, İ. (2002). Bilgi Yönetimi, İstanbul: Kariyer Yayıncılık.
Işık, O. ve Akbolat, M. (2004). “Bilgi Teknolojileri ve Hastane Bilgi Sistemleri Kullanımı: Sağlık Çalışanları Üzerine Bir Araştırma” Bilgi Dünyası.
Johns, M. L. (1996). Information Management for Health Professionals. USA: Thomson Learning. Jorgensen, T. (1995). “Methods for Data Acquisition” (Ed.Van Gennip, E. M., ve Talmon, J. L. Assessment and evaluation of information technologies in medicine (Vol. 17). Netherlands: IOS Press.
Özkul, A.E., ve Odacıoğlu, Y. (2004). Sağlık Kurumlarında Kaynak Planlaması, Eskişehir, Anadolu Üniversitesi Yayınları
American Medical Association (1996). Allied Health Educatıon Dırectory: Twenty-Third Edition. Chicago.
Barutçugil, İ. (2002). Bilgi Yönetimi, İstanbul: Kariyer Yayıncılık.

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description	Examination Method
Mid-Term Exam	1	50		Optical (Test) Exam
Final Exam	1	50		Optical (Test) 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	They possess fundamental, up-to-date, and practical knowledge related to their profession. They are proficient in using basic information technology and health science knowledge.						5
2	They will be able to effectively use software, hardware, databases, and network systems used in the field of health informatics; and will possess the competence to utilize the structure, quality processes, and operation of health management systems.						5
3	They follow current developments in their profession and reflect these developments in their practices.					4
4	Database management applications utilize medical terminology, basic health concepts, and information systems at a fundamental level.				3

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Communicates effectively with healthcare professionals, engineers, and software specialists; possesses competence in effective communication within disciplined team settings.						5
2	They will possess the competence to manage health data in a secure, ethical, and regulatory compliant manner.						5

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	It explains basic information about artificial intelligence, programming, and web-based health applications.					4
2	They effectively use medical terminology, health concepts, and information technologies relevant to their profession.				3
3	They evaluate professional problems from an analytical and critical perspective and possess the ability to offer independent solutions.						5

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They possess the capacity to effectively present their knowledge and skills through both written and oral communication methods.						5
2	They have knowledge of career planning and professional development processes.					4
3	They effectively apply professional ethics in digital environments.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They are competent in applying ethical principles and professional values.					4
2	They have the ability to effectively manage teamwork.					4
3	They have a habit of keeping up with information and developments related to their profession.						5
4	They use a foreign language to keep up with developments in their field and communicate with colleagues.				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They are proficient in acquiring the concept of lifelong learning and self-improvement.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They develop professional awareness by participating in technical trips and practical applications.					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They apply the knowledge and skills they have acquired in hospitals.						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	2	28
Preliminary & Further Study	14	2	28
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	11	2	22
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	3	3	9
Social Activity	3	3	9
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	14	14
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	1	14	14
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	49	0	126