AMELİYATHANEDE STERLİZASYON VE DEZENFEKSİYON PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
AHP254	AMELİYATHANEDE STERLİZASYON VE DEZENFEKSİYON	4	4	2	7

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 ÇİĞDEM GENÇ YURDAGÜL
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	The aim is to provide information on sterilization and disinfection agents and methods.
Contents of the Course Unit:	Students will understand the importance and principles of sterilization in operating rooms and other patient care settings, and will be able to comprehend the necessity of aseptic technique in surgery. Furthermore, the importance of hospital-acquired infections and prevention methods will be strongly emphasized, fostering behavioral change among students.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Knows the basic definitions and concepts related to asepsis, disinfection, and sterilization.
Knows, applies, monitors, and records asepsis, disinfection, and sterilization methods.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Presentation Preparation	Introduction and explanation of the course content - The Concept of Sterilization	Subject Explanation
2	Presentation Preparation	Aseptic Practices, Creating a Sterile Environment	Subject Explanation
3	Presentation Preparation	Physical Structure and Functions of the Central Sterilization Unit	Subject Explanation
4	Presentation Preparation	Hospital Infections and Prevention	Subject Explanation
5	Presentation Preparation	Decontamination Methods	Subject Explanation
6	Presentation Preparation	Disinfection Methods	Subject Explanation
7	Presentation Preparation	Disinfectants	Subject Explanation
8	Presentation Preparation	Packaging and Related Processes	Subject Explanation
9	-	Quiz	-
10	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
11	Presentation Preparation	Sterilization Methods - Chemical (Liquid)	Subject Explanation
12	Presentation Preparation	Sterilization Methods - Chemical (Gas)	Subject Explanation
13	Presentation Preparation	Sterilization Methods - Heat (Dry-Steam)	Subject Explanation
14	Presentation Preparation	Safety Tests in Sterilization – Documentation	Subject Explanation
15	Presentation Preparation	Storage and Preservation of Sterile Materials - Short Quiz	Subject Explanation
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Şanlıdağ, T, Akçalı S. Sterilization, Disinfection and Hospital Waste. Health Accumulation 2009;4: 65-76.
Bharti, B., Li, H., Ren, Z., Zhu, R., & Zhu, Z. (2022). Recent advances in sterilization and disinfection technology: A review. Chemosphere, 308, 136404.
McDonnell, G. E. (2020). Antisepsis, disinfection, and sterilization: types, action, and resistance. John Wiley & Sons.
Baltaş Z, Can G, Demircan H.Ç et al. (2008). Public Health Textbook. Istanbul University Publications, No: 4747.

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description	Examination Method
Final Exam	1	100		Classical Exam
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	It describes occupational health and safety, patient safety, and quality management processes.
3	It explains the principles of sterilization, disinfection, and asepsis-antisepsis used in surgical settings.
4	This document explains ethical and legal responsibilities and professional standards in an operating room environment.

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.

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.
2	Communicates effectively verbally and in writing with the operating room team.

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.
2	Prepares and uses instruments, devices, and materials used in surgical procedures in accordance with proper technique.
3	They play an active role in patient care processes before, during, and after surgery.
4	It fully complies with the practices for maintaining a sterile environment.
5	It ensures the safety of the patient, the team, and the environment in the operating room.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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	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	0	0	0
Preparation for the Final Exam	0	0	0
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	0	0	0