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CourseCodeSemesterT+P (Hour)CreditECTS
MOBILITY and ASSISTIVE DEVICES-Fall Semester2+023
Course Program
Prerequisites Courses
Recommended Elective Courses
Language of CourseTurkish
Course LevelFirst Cycle (Bachelor's Degree)
Course TypeRequired
Course CoordinatorAssist.Prof. Sena ÖZDEMİR GÖRGÜ
Name of Lecturer(s)
Assistant(s)
Aim The aim of the course is to learn the methods to increase the mobility level of individuals with mobility deficiency and to learn the evaluation methods and to determine the selection of assistive devices to determine the need for assistive devices.
Course ContentThis course contains; Introduction to Mobility and Assistive Devices,Assistant Device Requirements and Selection,Walking Sticks, Caneds and Crutches,Walker Selection and Training,Walking Types with Assistive Device,Wheelchair Types in Children,Wheelchair Types for Adults,Sitting and Positioning Adaptations in Children and Adults,Wheelchair Settings for Children and Adults,Use of Activity Based Orthosis,Auxiliary Equipment for Recreation,Sports Specific Mobility Aids,The Robotic Vehicles Used in Spinal Cord Injury Treatment,Technological Assistive Devices.
Dersin Öğrenme KazanımlarıTeaching MethodsAssessment Methods
Analyzes the need for assistive devices.10, 13, 9A
Adjusts wheelchair settings for children and adults.10, 13, 9A
Evaluates the use of activity-based orthoses.10, 13, 4, 9A
Identify sports specific mobility aids.10, 13, 4, 9A
Explains the robotic tools used in spinal cord injury treatment.10, 13, 4, 9A
Follows technological auxiliary devices.10, 5, 9A
Teaching Methods:10: Discussion Method, 13: Case Study Method, 4: Inquiry-Based Learning, 5: Cooperative Learning, 9: Lecture Method
Assessment Methods:A: Traditional Written Exam

Course Outline

OrderSubjectsPreliminary Work
1Introduction to Mobility and Assistive DevicesSource 1 - Chapter 41
2Assistant Device Requirements and SelectionSource 1 - Chapter 42
3Walking Sticks, Caneds and CrutchesSource 1 - Chapter 42
4Walker Selection and TrainingSource 1 - Chapter 42, Source 2 - Chapter 45
5Walking Types with Assistive DeviceSource 2 - Chapter 45
6Wheelchair Types in ChildrenSource 2 - Chapter 46
7Wheelchair Types for AdultsSource 2 - Chapter 46
8Sitting and Positioning Adaptations in Children and AdultsSource 2 - Chapter 47
9Wheelchair Settings for Children and AdultsSource 1 - Chapter 45
10Use of Activity Based OrthosisSource 1 - Chapter 46
11Auxiliary Equipment for RecreationSource 1 - Chapter 47
12Sports Specific Mobility AidsSource 2 - Chapter 49
13The Robotic Vehicles Used in Spinal Cord Injury TreatmentSource 2 - Chapter 50
14Technological Assistive DevicesSource 2 - Chapter 51
Resources
Lecture notes will be given via Mebis
1) Gottschalk F. AAOS Atlas of Orthoses and Assistive Devices 5.edition, 2020. 2) Bek N, Ortezler. Hipokrat Yayınları, Ankara, 2020.

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
Course Hours000
Course Hours000
Course Hours000
Guided Problem Solving000
Guided Problem Solving000
Guided Problem Solving14114
Guided Problem Solving000
Resolution of Homework Problems and Submission as a Report000
Resolution of Homework Problems and Submission as a Report000
Resolution of Homework Problems and Submission as a Report000
Resolution of Homework Problems and Submission as a Report000
Term Project000
Term Project000
Term Project000
Term Project000
Presentation of Project / Seminar000
Presentation of Project / Seminar000
Presentation of Project / Seminar000
Presentation of Project / Seminar000
Quiz000
Quiz000
Quiz000
Quiz000
Midterm Exam000
Midterm Exam11414
Midterm Exam000
Midterm Exam000
General Exam12020
General Exam000
General Exam000
General Exam000
Performance Task, Maintenance Plan000
Performance Task, Maintenance Plan000
Performance Task, Maintenance Plan000
Performance Task, Maintenance Plan000
Total Workload(Hour)76
Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(76/30)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
MOBILITY and ASSISTIVE DEVICES-Fall Semester2+023
Course Program
Prerequisites Courses
Recommended Elective Courses
Language of CourseTurkish
Course LevelFirst Cycle (Bachelor's Degree)
Course TypeRequired
Course CoordinatorAssist.Prof. Sena ÖZDEMİR GÖRGÜ
Name of Lecturer(s)
Assistant(s)
Aim The aim of the course is to learn the methods to increase the mobility level of individuals with mobility deficiency and to learn the evaluation methods and to determine the selection of assistive devices to determine the need for assistive devices.
Course ContentThis course contains; Introduction to Mobility and Assistive Devices,Assistant Device Requirements and Selection,Walking Sticks, Caneds and Crutches,Walker Selection and Training,Walking Types with Assistive Device,Wheelchair Types in Children,Wheelchair Types for Adults,Sitting and Positioning Adaptations in Children and Adults,Wheelchair Settings for Children and Adults,Use of Activity Based Orthosis,Auxiliary Equipment for Recreation,Sports Specific Mobility Aids,The Robotic Vehicles Used in Spinal Cord Injury Treatment,Technological Assistive Devices.
Dersin Öğrenme KazanımlarıTeaching MethodsAssessment Methods
Analyzes the need for assistive devices.10, 13, 9A
Adjusts wheelchair settings for children and adults.10, 13, 9A
Evaluates the use of activity-based orthoses.10, 13, 4, 9A
Identify sports specific mobility aids.10, 13, 4, 9A
Explains the robotic tools used in spinal cord injury treatment.10, 13, 4, 9A
Follows technological auxiliary devices.10, 5, 9A
Teaching Methods:10: Discussion Method, 13: Case Study Method, 4: Inquiry-Based Learning, 5: Cooperative Learning, 9: Lecture Method
Assessment Methods:A: Traditional Written Exam

Course Outline

OrderSubjectsPreliminary Work
1Introduction to Mobility and Assistive DevicesSource 1 - Chapter 41
2Assistant Device Requirements and SelectionSource 1 - Chapter 42
3Walking Sticks, Caneds and CrutchesSource 1 - Chapter 42
4Walker Selection and TrainingSource 1 - Chapter 42, Source 2 - Chapter 45
5Walking Types with Assistive DeviceSource 2 - Chapter 45
6Wheelchair Types in ChildrenSource 2 - Chapter 46
7Wheelchair Types for AdultsSource 2 - Chapter 46
8Sitting and Positioning Adaptations in Children and AdultsSource 2 - Chapter 47
9Wheelchair Settings for Children and AdultsSource 1 - Chapter 45
10Use of Activity Based OrthosisSource 1 - Chapter 46
11Auxiliary Equipment for RecreationSource 1 - Chapter 47
12Sports Specific Mobility AidsSource 2 - Chapter 49
13The Robotic Vehicles Used in Spinal Cord Injury TreatmentSource 2 - Chapter 50
14Technological Assistive DevicesSource 2 - Chapter 51
Resources
Lecture notes will be given via Mebis
1) Gottschalk F. AAOS Atlas of Orthoses and Assistive Devices 5.edition, 2020. 2) Bek N, Ortezler. Hipokrat Yayınları, Ankara, 2020.

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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