PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE I PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
AHP251	PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE I	3	8	4	8

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 SİBEL BULUT HAKLI
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit	Lecturer SİBEL BULUT HAKLI
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	The aim of this course is to enable students to apply the theoretical knowledge and skills they acquire during their education in relevant institutions, to instill work habits in accordance with professional ethical principles, to develop teamwork, communication, responsibility and problem-solving skills, and to cultivate environmental awareness and a work approach in line with quality processes.
Contents of the Course Unit:	Bu ders kapsamında öğrenciler, mesleki uygulamalar yoluyla iş sağlığı ve güvenliği, mesleki etik, çevre bilinci ve kalite süreçlerine uygun çalışmayı, ekip çalışması ve iletişim becerilerini geliştirmeyi, teorik bilgilerini uygulamaya aktarmayı ve mesleki sorunlara çözüm üretmeyi öğrenirler.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
He/She exhibits behavior consistent with professional ethical principles.
Explains and implements occupational health and safety rules, takes precautions against risks in the work environment.
Complies with occupational health and safety rules.
Plays an active role in teamwork.
Communicates effectively with colleagues, managers, and individuals served by using professional communication skills.
Develops appropriate solutions to the situations encountered.
Analyzes problems encountered during professional practice.
Develops appropriate solutions to problems encountered during professional practice.
Acts with professional discipline, confidentiality, and a sense of responsibility.
They effectively manage time and work planning skills.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Regulation Reading	Field Orientation Including Occupational Health, Quality Processes, and Environmental Awareness	Presentation, Discussion
2	Document Preparation	Workplace Practice	Application, Reporting
3	-	Workplace Practice	Application, Reporting
4	-	Workplace Practice	Application, Reporting
5	-	Workplace Practice	Application, Reporting
6	-	Workplace Practice	Application, Reporting
7	-	Workplace Practice	Application, Reporting
8	-	Workplace Practice	Application, Reporting
9	-	Workplace Practice	Application, Reporting
10	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
11	-	Workplace Practice	Application, Reporting
12	-	Workplace Practice	Application, Reporting
13	-	Workplace Practice	Application, Reporting
14	-	Workplace Practice	Application, Reporting
15	-	Workplace Practice	Application, Reporting
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
KAYNAKLAR Yanardağ, C. H., & Olgun, Ş. (Ed.). (2023). Ameliyathane teknikerliği. Ankara Nobel Tıp Kitabevleri.

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description	Examination Method
Final Exam	1	100		Project Submission (No Examination)
TOTAL	1	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	It explains fundamental, current, and scientific information related to its field.			2
2	It describes occupational health and safety, patient safety, and quality management processes.				3
3	It explains the principles of sterilization, disinfection, and asepsis-antisepsis used in surgical settings.				3
4	This document explains ethical and legal responsibilities and professional standards in an operating room environment.			2

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	It describes the operating principles of surgical instruments, equipment, and technologies used in the operating room.					4

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	He/She solves problems related to his field from a critical perspective.				3
2	Communicates effectively verbally and in writing with the operating room team.					4

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They effectively apply their knowledge in their field during the implementation phase.						5
2	Prepares and uses instruments, devices, and materials used in surgical procedures in accordance with proper technique.						5
3	They play an active role in patient care processes before, during, and after surgery.						5
4	It fully complies with the practices for maintaining a sterile environment.					4
5	It ensures the safety of the patient, the team, and the environment in the operating room.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	He/She takes responsibility for improving quality in operating room processes.				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	With a lifelong learning mindset, they plan their professional development.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Operating room organization contributes to record keeping, documentation, and teamwork.					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	It adheres to professional ethical principles, confidentiality, and patient rights.						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	0	0	0
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	14	7	98
Practice at a workplace	14	7	98
Occupational Activity	0	0	0
Social Activity	0	0	0
Thesis Work	0	0	0
Field Study	0	0	0
Report Writing	10	1	10
Final Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Final Exam	1	1	1
Mid-Term Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	0	0	0
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	40	0	208