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Course Description

CourseCodeSemesterT+P (Hour)CreditECTS
BIOMECHANICS I-Fall Semester2+233
Course Program
Prerequisites Courses
Recommended Elective Courses
Language of CourseTurkish
Course LevelFirst Cycle (Bachelor's Degree)
Course TypeRequired
Course Coordinator
Name of Lecturer(s)
Assistant(s)Lect. Ali DEMİRCAN
AimTo evaluate effects of basic mechanical principles and methods on biological systems.
Course ContentThis course contains; Basic mechanical terms,Features of human movements,Linear kinematics,Linear kinematics and movement principles,Angular kinematics,Angular kinematics and movement principles,Linear kinetics,Linear kinetics and movement principles,Work, power, energy,Angular kinetics,Angular kinetics and features,Angular kinetics and axis,Principles of orthotics biomechanics modelling,Principles of prosthetics biomechanics modelling.
Dersin Öğrenme KazanımlarıTeaching MethodsAssessment Methods
To be able to explain basic mechanical notions and human movements19, 37, 9A
To be able to describe linear kinematic variables19, 37, 9A
To be able to explain vectors and scalars, projectile movements19, 37, 9A
To be able to discuss angular kinematic variables19, 37, 9A
To be able to explain vectors and scalars, projectile movements19, 37, 9A
To be able to explain features of linear kinetics19, 37, 9A
Teaching Methods:19: Brainstorming Technique, 37: Computer-Internet Supported Instruction, 9: Lecture Method
Assessment Methods:A: Traditional Written Exam

Course Outline

OrderSubjectsPreliminary Work
1Basic mechanical termsThe 1. part of the 2. source
2Features of human movementsThe 2. part of the 2. source
3Linear kinematicsThe 10. part of the 2. source
4Linear kinematics and movement principlesThe 10. part of the 2. source
5Angular kinematicsThe 11. part of the 2. source
6Angular kinematics and movement principlesThe 11. part of the 2. source
7Linear kineticsThe 12. part of the 2. source
8Linear kinetics and movement principlesThe 12. part of the 2. source
9Work, power, energyThe 12. part of the 2. source
10Angular kineticsThe 14. part of the 2. source
11Angular kinetics and featuresThe 14. part of the 2. source
12Angular kinetics and axisThe 14. part of the 2. source
13Principles of orthotics biomechanics modellingThe 2. part of the 1. source
14Principles of prosthetics biomechanics modellingThe 2. part of the 1. source
Resources
Course handout
1)Prosthetics & Orthotics in Clinical Practice, Bella J. May, Margery A. Lockard, 2010 2)Basic Biomechanics,Hall,2012

Course Contribution to Program Qualifications

Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
NoProgram QualificationContribution Level
12345
1
PQ-1. Has trustworthy, sufficient and up to date knowledge related with orthotics prosthetics.
X
2
PQ-2. Equipped with the knowledge about design, production and intervention of suitable devices by using assessment methods to people who need artificial limb and/or assistive devices.
X
3
PQ-3. Analyses the issues, using the knowledge and skills based on evidence in orthotics prosthetics considering professional and ethical values; takes part in inter-disciplinary health research.
X
4
PQ-4. Performs interventions on people who need artificial limb and/or assistive devices by using advanced technology and necessary materials to regain function and independence in their daily activities
X
5
PQ-5. Using the knowledge in the field of orthotics prosthetics, by making analysis and synthesis, works independently and within the cooperation of the other healthcare staff, as a member of the team takes responsibility.
X
6
PQ-6. Execution, organizing, presenting the services of the orthotics prosthetics in daily practices and within the scope of planning project, solving problem, manages plans while watching the process and evaluating.
X
7
PQ-7. By adopting such particulars as adaptation to new conditions lifelong learning, developing new ideas, considering importance to quality, evaluates the knowledge sources through a critical approach.
X
8
PQ-8. Evaluates the vocational knowledge by researching on the field of orthotics prosthetics. Adopts positive manner and attitude model and describes learning targets.
X
9
PQ-9. With the conscious of understanding and estimating the multiculturalism with the individuals who have taken orthotics prosthetics service, by making effective contact with other relevant people and colleagues, informs the individual who gets service, records the knowledge systematically by conforming the privacy policy.
X
10
PQ-10. Possesses the competence of English in B1 general level so as to follow English sources in orthotics and prosthetics field.
X
11
PQ-11. Uses the information and communication technologies related with the orthotics prosthetics field by communicating verbal and written ways, expresses himself effectively.
X
12
PQ-12. In the orthotics prosthetics interventions, by looking after the duty, rights and responsibilities, within the cooperation of the related disciplines, acts appropriately to the professional ethical rules and legislation.
X
13
PQ-13. Performs the orthotics and prosthetics interventions under the professional honesty by bearing responsibility and by providing safety in every step.
X

Assessment Methods

Contribution LevelAbsolute Evaluation
Rate of Midterm Exam to Success 40
Rate of Final Exam to Success 60
Total 100
ECTS / Workload Table
ActivitiesNumber ofDuration(Hour)Total Workload(Hour)
Course Hours14228
Guided Problem Solving14456
Resolution of Homework Problems and Submission as a Report000
Term Project000
Presentation of Project / Seminar000
Quiz000
Midterm Exam144
General Exam144
Performance Task, Maintenance Plan000
Total Workload(Hour)92
Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(92/30)3
ECTS of the course: 30 hours of work is counted as 1 ECTS credit.

Detail Informations of the Course

Course Description

CourseCodeSemesterT+P (Hour)CreditECTS
BIOMECHANICS I-Fall Semester2+233
Course Program
Prerequisites Courses
Recommended Elective Courses
Language of CourseTurkish
Course LevelFirst Cycle (Bachelor's Degree)
Course TypeRequired
Course Coordinator
Name of Lecturer(s)
Assistant(s)Lect. Ali DEMİRCAN
AimTo evaluate effects of basic mechanical principles and methods on biological systems.
Course ContentThis course contains; Basic mechanical terms,Features of human movements,Linear kinematics,Linear kinematics and movement principles,Angular kinematics,Angular kinematics and movement principles,Linear kinetics,Linear kinetics and movement principles,Work, power, energy,Angular kinetics,Angular kinetics and features,Angular kinetics and axis,Principles of orthotics biomechanics modelling,Principles of prosthetics biomechanics modelling.
Dersin Öğrenme KazanımlarıTeaching MethodsAssessment Methods
To be able to explain basic mechanical notions and human movements19, 37, 9A
To be able to describe linear kinematic variables19, 37, 9A
To be able to explain vectors and scalars, projectile movements19, 37, 9A
To be able to discuss angular kinematic variables19, 37, 9A
To be able to explain vectors and scalars, projectile movements19, 37, 9A
To be able to explain features of linear kinetics19, 37, 9A
Teaching Methods:19: Brainstorming Technique, 37: Computer-Internet Supported Instruction, 9: Lecture Method
Assessment Methods:A: Traditional Written Exam

Course Outline

OrderSubjectsPreliminary Work
1Basic mechanical termsThe 1. part of the 2. source
2Features of human movementsThe 2. part of the 2. source
3Linear kinematicsThe 10. part of the 2. source
4Linear kinematics and movement principlesThe 10. part of the 2. source
5Angular kinematicsThe 11. part of the 2. source
6Angular kinematics and movement principlesThe 11. part of the 2. source
7Linear kineticsThe 12. part of the 2. source
8Linear kinetics and movement principlesThe 12. part of the 2. source
9Work, power, energyThe 12. part of the 2. source
10Angular kineticsThe 14. part of the 2. source
11Angular kinetics and featuresThe 14. part of the 2. source
12Angular kinetics and axisThe 14. part of the 2. source
13Principles of orthotics biomechanics modellingThe 2. part of the 1. source
14Principles of prosthetics biomechanics modellingThe 2. part of the 1. source
Resources
Course handout
1)Prosthetics & Orthotics in Clinical Practice, Bella J. May, Margery A. Lockard, 2010 2)Basic Biomechanics,Hall,2012

Course Contribution to Program Qualifications

Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
NoProgram QualificationContribution Level
12345
1
PQ-1. Has trustworthy, sufficient and up to date knowledge related with orthotics prosthetics.
X
2
PQ-2. Equipped with the knowledge about design, production and intervention of suitable devices by using assessment methods to people who need artificial limb and/or assistive devices.
X
3
PQ-3. Analyses the issues, using the knowledge and skills based on evidence in orthotics prosthetics considering professional and ethical values; takes part in inter-disciplinary health research.
X
4
PQ-4. Performs interventions on people who need artificial limb and/or assistive devices by using advanced technology and necessary materials to regain function and independence in their daily activities
X
5
PQ-5. Using the knowledge in the field of orthotics prosthetics, by making analysis and synthesis, works independently and within the cooperation of the other healthcare staff, as a member of the team takes responsibility.
X
6
PQ-6. Execution, organizing, presenting the services of the orthotics prosthetics in daily practices and within the scope of planning project, solving problem, manages plans while watching the process and evaluating.
X
7
PQ-7. By adopting such particulars as adaptation to new conditions lifelong learning, developing new ideas, considering importance to quality, evaluates the knowledge sources through a critical approach.
X
8
PQ-8. Evaluates the vocational knowledge by researching on the field of orthotics prosthetics. Adopts positive manner and attitude model and describes learning targets.
X
9
PQ-9. With the conscious of understanding and estimating the multiculturalism with the individuals who have taken orthotics prosthetics service, by making effective contact with other relevant people and colleagues, informs the individual who gets service, records the knowledge systematically by conforming the privacy policy.
X
10
PQ-10. Possesses the competence of English in B1 general level so as to follow English sources in orthotics and prosthetics field.
X
11
PQ-11. Uses the information and communication technologies related with the orthotics prosthetics field by communicating verbal and written ways, expresses himself effectively.
X
12
PQ-12. In the orthotics prosthetics interventions, by looking after the duty, rights and responsibilities, within the cooperation of the related disciplines, acts appropriately to the professional ethical rules and legislation.
X
13
PQ-13. Performs the orthotics and prosthetics interventions under the professional honesty by bearing responsibility and by providing safety in every step.
X

Assessment Methods

Contribution LevelAbsolute Evaluation
Rate of Midterm Exam to Success 40
Rate of Final Exam to Success 60
Total 100

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Student Success

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