INFORMATİON SECURİTY İN DİGİTAL HEALTH PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
DSS156	INFORMATİON SECURİTY İN DİGİTAL HEALTH	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 teach the fundamental concepts of information security in health information systems and to provide students with the knowledge and skills to protect health data in accordance with the principles of confidentiality, integrity, and accessibility. The course covers topics such as health data security, personal data protection, access authorization, encryption, cyber threats, security policies, backup and disaster recovery plans, ethics, and standards, and aims to develop students' competencies in these areas.
Contents of the Course Unit:	The course covers the following topics: introduction to information security, principles of confidentiality, integrity and accessibility, protection of health data, the Personal Data Protection Law (KVKK), access authorization and authentication processes, encryption techniques, antivirus and security software, cyber threats, information security policies, logging and auditing, user training and social engineering, backup and disaster recovery plans, national and international security standards, and information security ethics in healthcare.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Can explain the basic concepts of information security.
Can define the principles of confidentiality, integrity, and accessibility of health data.
Can explain and list the Personal Data Protection Law (KVKK) and information security policies.
Can identify basic security technologies and cyber threats.
Can explain backup, disaster recovery, and secure usage processes.
Can evaluate ethical principles of information security in healthcare..

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Written-Visual resources	Course Content and Topic Explanation, Course Introduction, Introduction to Information Security and Basic Concepts	Lecture, Question-Answer
2	Research-Assignment	Security Principles: Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability	Lecture, Question-Answer, Review of the previous week
3	Literature review	Importance and Protection of Health Data	Lecture, Question-Answer
4	Written-Visual resources	Personal Data Protection Law (KVKK)	Lecture, Question-Answer, Review of the previous week
5	Research-Assignment	Access Authorization and Role Management in Health Information Systems, Authentication Methods	Lecture, Question-Answer
6	Literature review	Security of Health Data, Introduction to Encryption Techniques	Lecture, Question-Answer, Review of the previous week
7	Written-Visual resources	Antivirus and Security Software	Lecture, Question-Answer
8	Research-Assignment	Types of Cyber ​​Threats and Case Examples	Lecture, Question-Answer, Review of the previous week
9	Literature review	Information Security Policies in Healthcare, Logging, and Auditing	Lecture, Question-Answer
10	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
11	Written-Visual resources	User Training and Social Engineering	Lecture, Question-Answer, Review of the previous week
12	Research-Assignment	Backup and Disaster Recovery Plans	Lecture, Question-Answer
13	Literature review	National Security Standards	Lecture, Question-Answer, Review of the previous week
14	Written-Visual resources	International Security Standards	Lecture, Question-Answer
15	Research-Assignment	Information Security Ethics in Healthcare	Lecture, Question-Answer, Review of the previous week
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Akdur, R. ve Erdem, A. (2003). Tıbbi Etik ve Meslek Tarihi. Ankara: Songür Yayınları.
American Medical Association (1996). Allied Health Educatıon Dırectory: Twenty-Third Edition. Chicago.
Artukoğlu, A.; Kaplan, A. ve Yılmaz, A. (2002). Tıbbi Dökümantasyon. Ankara: Türksev Yayıncılık.
Alabay,N.,Bilgisayar Virüsleri ve Antivirüs Yazılımları
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.					4
3	They follow current developments in their profession and reflect these developments in their practices.						5
4	Database management applications utilize medical terminology, basic health concepts, and information systems at a fundamental level.						5

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.					4

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.						5
2	They effectively use medical terminology, health concepts, and information technologies relevant to their profession.					4
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.						5
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.						5
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.				3

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	3	3	9
Occupational Activity	3	3	9
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	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