CIVIL ENGINEERING
Bachelor	TR-NQF-HE: Level 6	QF-EHEA: First Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 6

Ders Genel Tanıtım Bilgileri

Course Code:

SKY4065

Ders İsmi:

Health Tourism

Ders Yarıyılı:

Fall
Spring

Ders Kredileri:

Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
2	0	2	6

Language of instruction:

Turkish

Ders Koşulu:

Ders İş Deneyimini Gerektiriyor mu?:

Type of course:

Non-Departmental Elective

Course Level:

Bachelor

TR-NQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree

QF-EHEA:First Cycle

EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree

Mode of Delivery:

Face to face

Course Coordinator :

Dr. Öğr. Üyesi YONCA SEVİM

Course Lecturer(s):

Course Assistants:

Dersin Amaç ve İçeriği

Course Objectives:	To teach the students the historical development of health tourism in the world and in Turkey and to inform the students about the future of health tourism.
Course Content:	This course examines and compares the health tourism in all dimensions of the world and our country. Tourism, spa and wellness tourism, thermal baths etc. for the history, development and future of the health tourism in Turkey and the handicapped. and to explain the real life examples.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;

Learning Outcomes

1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
Learning Competence
Field Specific Competence
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility

Ders Akış Planı

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Health tourism concept and health tourism today	1. Health Tourism: Social Welfare Through International Trade by David Reisman 2. Edward Elgar Pub \| 2010-06 \| ISBN: 1848448929 3. The Complete Medical Tourist; David Hancock, 2006 4. Patients Beyond Borders; Josef D. Woodman, 2008 5. Beauty from Afar: Medical Tourist’s Guide to Affordable and Quality Cosmetic Care Outside the U.S. 6. Health and Wellness Tourism: Spas and Hot Springs: Patricia Erfurt and Malcolm Cooper 7. Health and Wellness Tourism, Melanie Smith, Laszlo Puczko 8. Medical Toursm in Developing Countries, Milica Zarkovic Bookman, Karla R. Bookman 9. Patients Beyond Borders: Everybody's Guide to Affordable, World-Class Medical Tourism , Josef D. Woodman 10.State of the Heart: A Medical Tourist's True Story of Lifesaving Surgery in India, MaggiAnn
2)	Increase in health tourism in health tourism centers and third world countries in the world	1. Health Tourism: Social Welfare Through International Trade by David Reisman 2. Edward Elgar Pub \| 2010-06 \| ISBN: 1848448929 3. The Complete Medical Tourist; David Hancock, 2006 4. Patients Beyond Borders; Josef D. Woodman, 2008 5. Beauty from Afar: Medical Tourist’s Guide to Affordable and Quality Cosmetic Care Outside the U.S. 6. Health and Wellness Tourism: Spas and Hot Springs: Patricia Erfurt and Malcolm Cooper 7. Health and Wellness Tourism, Melanie Smith, Laszlo Puczko 8. Medical Toursm in Developing Countries, Milica Zarkovic Bookman, Karla R. Bookman 9. Patients Beyond Borders: Everybody's Guide to Affordable, World-Class Medical Tourism , Josef D. Woodman 10.State of the Heart: A Medical Tourist's True Story of Lifesaving Surgery in India, MaggiAnn
3)	Health tourism in Brazil (hospitals, types of treatments, types of surgery, types of visits, cost details)	1. Health Tourism: Social Welfare Through International Trade by David Reisman 2. Edward Elgar Pub \| 2010-06 \| ISBN: 1848448929 3. The Complete Medical Tourist; David Hancock, 2006 4. Patients Beyond Borders; Josef D. Woodman, 2008 5. Beauty from Afar: Medical Tourist’s Guide to Affordable and Quality Cosmetic Care Outside the U.S. 6. Health and Wellness Tourism: Spas and Hot Springs: Patricia Erfurt and Malcolm Cooper 7. Health and Wellness Tourism, Melanie Smith, Laszlo Puczko 8. Medical Toursm in Developing Countries, Milica Zarkovic Bookman, Karla R. Bookman 9. Patients Beyond Borders: Everybody's Guide to Affordable, World-Class Medical Tourism , Josef D. Woodman 10.State of the Heart: A Medical Tourist's True Story of Lifesaving Surgery in India, MaggiAnn
4)	Health tourism in India (hospitals, types of treatment, types of surgery, types of visits, cost details)	1. Health Tourism: Social Welfare Through International Trade by David Reisman 2. Edward Elgar Pub \| 2010-06 \| ISBN: 1848448929 3. The Complete Medical Tourist; David Hancock, 2006 4. Patients Beyond Borders; Josef D. Woodman, 2008 5. Beauty from Afar: Medical Tourist’s Guide to Affordable and Quality Cosmetic Care Outside the U.S. 6. Health and Wellness Tourism: Spas and Hot Springs: Patricia Erfurt and Malcolm Cooper 7. Health and Wellness Tourism, Melanie Smith, Laszlo Puczko 8. Medical Toursm in Developing Countries, Milica Zarkovic Bookman, Karla R. Bookman 9. Patients Beyond Borders: Everybody's Guide to Affordable, World-Class Medical Tourism , Josef D. Woodman 10. State of the Heart: A Medical Tourist's True Story of Lifesaving Surgery in India, Maggi Ann
5)	Health tourism in Cuba (hospitals, types of treatments, types of surgery, types of visits, cost details)	1. Health Tourism: Social Welfare Through International Trade by David Reisman 2. Edward Elgar Pub \| 2010-06 \| ISBN: 1848448929 3. The Complete Medical Tourist; David Hancock, 2006 4. Patients Beyond Borders; Josef D. Woodman, 2008 5. Beauty from Afar: Medical Tourist’s Guide to Affordable and Quality Cosmetic Care Outside the U.S. 6. Health and Wellness Tourism: Spas and Hot Springs: Patricia Erfurt and Malcolm Cooper 7. Health and Wellness Tourism, Melanie Smith, Laszlo Puczko 8. Medical Toursm in Developing Countries, Milica Zarkovic Bookman, Karla R. Bookman 9. Patients Beyond Borders: Everybody's Guide to Affordable, World-Class Medical Tourism , Josef D. Woodman 10. State of the Heart: A Medical Tourist's True Story of Lifesaving Surgery in India, Maggi Ann
6)
7)	Thermal tourism, SPA and Wellness tourism in the world and Turkey, architectural design of spa centers (public health insurance / special luxury classifications), Roman baths, Turkish baths.	1. Health Tourism: Social Welfare Through International Trade by David Reisman 2. Edward Elgar Pub \| 2010-06 \| ISBN: 1848448929 3. The Complete Medical Tourist; David Hancock, 2006 4. Patients Beyond Borders; Josef D. Woodman, 2008 5. Beauty from Afar: Medical Tourist’s Guide to Affordable and Quality Cosmetic Care Outside the U.S. 6. Health and Wellness Tourism: Spas and Hot Springs: Patricia Erfurt and Malcolm Cooper 7. Health and Wellness Tourism, Melanie Smith, Laszlo Puczko 8. Medical Toursm in Developing Countries, Milica Zarkovic Bookman, Karla R. Bookman 9. Patients Beyond Borders: Everybody's Guide to Affordable, World-Class Medical Tourism , Josef D. Woodman 10. State of the Heart: A Medical Tourist's True Story of Lifesaving Surgery in India, Maggi Ann
8)	Historical development of health tourism in Turkey and current situation	1. Health Tourism: Social Welfare Through International Trade by David Reisman 2. Edward Elgar Pub \| 2010-06 \| ISBN: 1848448929 3. The Complete Medical Tourist; David Hancock, 2006 4. Patients Beyond Borders; Josef D. Woodman, 2008 5. Beauty from Afar: Medical Tourist’s Guide to Affordable and Quality Cosmetic Care Outside the U.S. 6. Health and Wellness Tourism: Spas and Hot Springs: Patricia Erfurt and Malcolm Cooper 7. Health and Wellness Tourism, Melanie Smith, Laszlo Puczko 8. Medical Toursm in Developing Countries, Milica Zarkovic Bookman, Karla R. Bookman 9. Patients Beyond Borders: Everybody's Guide to Affordable, World-Class Medical Tourism , Josef D. Woodman 10. State of the Heart: A Medical Tourist's True Story of Lifesaving Surgery in India, Maggi Ann
9)	Private sector health tourism and patient profile	1. Health Tourism: Social Welfare Through International Trade by David Reisman 2. Edward Elgar Pub \| 2010-06 \| ISBN: 1848448929 3. The Complete Medical Tourist; David Hancock, 2006 4. Patients Beyond Borders; Josef D. Woodman, 2008 5. Beauty from Afar: Medical Tourist’s Guide to Affordable and Quality Cosmetic Care Outside the U.S. 6. Health and Wellness Tourism: Spas and Hot Springs: Patricia Erfurt and Malcolm Cooper 7. Health and Wellness Tourism, Melanie Smith, Laszlo Puczko 8. Medical Toursm in Developing Countries, Milica Zarkovic Bookman, Karla R. Bookman 9. Patients Beyond Borders: Everybody's Guide to Affordable, World-Class Medical Tourism , Josef D. Woodman 10. State of the Heart: A Medical Tourist's True Story of Lifesaving Surgery in India, Maggi Ann
10)	Private sector health tourism investments and government incentives	1. Health Tourism: Social Welfare Through International Trade by David Reisman 2. Edward Elgar Pub \| 2010-06 \| ISBN: 1848448929 3. The Complete Medical Tourist; David Hancock, 2006 4. Patients Beyond Borders; Josef D. Woodman, 2008 5. Beauty from Afar: Medical Tourist’s Guide to Affordable and Quality Cosmetic Care Outside the U.S. 6. Health and Wellness Tourism: Spas and Hot Springs: Patricia Erfurt and Malcolm Cooper 7. Health and Wellness Tourism, Melanie Smith, Laszlo Puczko 8. Medical Toursm in Developing Countries, Milica Zarkovic Bookman, Karla R. Bookman 9. Patients Beyond Borders: Everybody's Guide to Affordable, World-Class Medical Tourism , Josef D. Woodman 10. State of the Heart: A Medical Tourist's True Story of Lifesaving Surgery in India, Maggi Ann
11)	Health tourism Turkey case study	1. Health Tourism: Social Welfare Through International Trade by David Reisman 2. Edward Elgar Pub \| 2010-06 \| ISBN: 1848448929 3. The Complete Medical Tourist; David Hancock, 2006 4. Patients Beyond Borders; Josef D. Woodman, 2008 5. Beauty from Afar: Medical Tourist’s Guide to Affordable and Quality Cosmetic Care Outside the U.S. 6. Health and Wellness Tourism: Spas and Hot Springs: Patricia Erfurt and Malcolm Cooper 7. Health and Wellness Tourism, Melanie Smith, Laszlo Puczko 8. Medical Toursm in Developing Countries, Milica Zarkovic Bookman, Karla R. Bookman 9. Patients Beyond Borders: Everybody's Guide to Affordable, World-Class Medical Tourism , Josef D. Woodman 10. State of the Heart: A Medical Tourist's True Story of Lifesaving Surgery in India, Maggi Ann
12)	Tourism for the soul health	1. Health Tourism: Social Welfare Through International Trade by David Reisman 2. Edward Elgar Pub \| 2010-06 \| ISBN: 1848448929 3. The Complete Medical Tourist; David Hancock, 2006 4. Patients Beyond Borders; Josef D. Woodman, 2008 5. Beauty from Afar: Medical Tourist’s Guide to Affordable and Quality Cosmetic Care Outside the U.S. 6. Health and Wellness Tourism: Spas and Hot Springs: Patricia Erfurt and Malcolm Cooper 7. Health and Wellness Tourism, Melanie Smith, Laszlo Puczko 8. Medical Toursm in Developing Countries, Milica Zarkovic Bookman, Karla R. Bookman 9. Patients Beyond Borders: Everybody's Guide to Affordable, World-Class Medical Tourism , Josef D. Woodman 10. State of the Heart: A Medical Tourist's True Story of Lifesaving Surgery in India, Maggi Ann
13)	Disability tourism, tourism for all	1. Health Tourism: Social Welfare Through International Trade by David Reisman 2. Edward Elgar Pub \| 2010-06 \| ISBN: 1848448929 3. The Complete Medical Tourist; David Hancock, 2006 4. Patients Beyond Borders; Josef D. Woodman, 2008 5. Beauty from Afar: Medical Tourist’s Guide to Affordable and Quality Cosmetic Care Outside the U.S. 6. Health and Wellness Tourism: Spas and Hot Springs: Patricia Erfurt and Malcolm Cooper 7. Health and Wellness Tourism, Melanie Smith, Laszlo Puczko 8. Medical Toursm in Developing Countries, Milica Zarkovic Bookman, Karla R. Bookman 9. Patients Beyond Borders: Everybody's Guide to Affordable, World-Class Medical Tourism , Josef D. Woodman 10. State of the Heart: A Medical Tourist's True Story of Lifesaving Surgery in India, Maggi Ann
14)	Health tourism future, expected changes and emerging trends	1. Health Tourism: Social Welfare Through International Trade by David Reisman 2. Edward Elgar Pub \| 2010-06 \| ISBN: 1848448929 3. The Complete Medical Tourist; David Hancock, 2006 4. Patients Beyond Borders; Josef D. Woodman, 2008 5. Beauty from Afar: Medical Tourist’s Guide to Affordable and Quality Cosmetic Care Outside the U.S. 6. Health and Wellness Tourism: Spas and Hot Springs: Patricia Erfurt and Malcolm Cooper 7. Health and Wellness Tourism, Melanie Smith, Laszlo Puczko 8. Medical Toursm in Developing Countries, Milica Zarkovic Bookman, Karla R. Bookman 9. Patients Beyond Borders: Everybody's Guide to Affordable, World-Class Medical Tourism , Josef D. Woodman 10. State of the Heart: A Medical Tourist's True Story of Lifesaving Surgery in India, Maggi Ann
15)	Overview	1. Health Tourism: Social Welfare Through International Trade by David Reisman 2. Edward Elgar Pub \| 2010-06 \| ISBN: 1848448929 3. The Complete Medical Tourist; David Hancock, 2006 4. Patients Beyond Borders; Josef D. Woodman, 2008 5. Beauty from Afar: Medical Tourist’s Guide to Affordable and Quality Cosmetic Care Outside the U.S. 6. Health and Wellness Tourism: Spas and Hot Springs: Patricia Erfurt and Malcolm Cooper 7. Health and Wellness Tourism, Melanie Smith, Laszlo Puczko 8. Medical Toursm in Developing Countries, Milica Zarkovic Bookman, Karla R. Bookman 9. Patients Beyond Borders: Everybody's Guide to Affordable, World-Class Medical Tourism , Josef D. Woodman 10. State of the Heart: A Medical Tourist's True Story of Lifesaving Surgery in India, Maggi Ann
16)	Final Exam

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:

1. Health Tourism: Social Welfare Through International Trade by David Reisman
2.Edward Elgar Pub | 2010-06 | ISBN: 1848448929
3. The Complete Medical Tourist; David Hancock, 2006
4. Patients Beyond Borders; Josef D. Woodman, 2008
5. Beauty from Afar: Medical Tourist’s Guide to Affordable and Quality Cosmetic Care Outside the U.S.
6. Health and Wellness Tourism: Spas and Hot Springs: Patricia Erfurt and Malcolm Cooper
7. Health and Wellness Tourism, Melanie Smith, Laszlo Puczko
8. Medical Toursm in Developing Countries, Milica Zarkovic Bookman, Karla R. Bookman
9. Patients Beyond Borders: Everybody's Guide to Affordable, World-Class Medical Tourism , Josef D. Woodman
10.State of the Heart: A Medical Tourist's True Story of Lifesaving Surgery in India, MaggiAnn

References:

Ders - Program Öğrenme Kazanım İlişkisi

Ders Öğrenme Kazanımları
Program Outcomes
1) Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and civil engineering; the ability to use theoretical and practical knowledge in these areas in complex engineering problems.
2) Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
3) Ability to design a complex system, process, structural and/or structural members to meet specific requirements under realistic constraints and conditions; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
4) Ability to develop, select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in civil engineering applications; ability to use civil engineering technologies effectively.
5) Ability to design, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for the study of complex engineering problems or civil engineering research topics.
6) Ability to work effectively within and multi-disciplinary teams; individual study skills.
7) Ability to communicate effectively in English and Turkish (if he/she is a Turkish citizen), both orally and in writing.
8) Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; ability to access information to follow developments in civil engineering technology.
9) To act in accordance with ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility; having awareness of the importance of employee workplace health and safety.
10) Information about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development.
11) Knowledge about contemporary issues and the global and societal effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; awareness of the legal consequences of civil engineering solutions.

Ders - Öğrenme Kazanımı İlişkisi

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Low	3 Average	4 High	5 Highest

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and civil engineering; the ability to use theoretical and practical knowledge in these areas in complex engineering problems.
2)	Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
3)	Ability to design a complex system, process, structural and/or structural members to meet specific requirements under realistic constraints and conditions; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
4)	Ability to develop, select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in civil engineering applications; ability to use civil engineering technologies effectively.
5)	Ability to design, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for the study of complex engineering problems or civil engineering research topics.
6)	Ability to work effectively within and multi-disciplinary teams; individual study skills.
7)	Ability to communicate effectively in English and Turkish (if he/she is a Turkish citizen), both orally and in writing.
8)	Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; ability to access information to follow developments in civil engineering technology.
9)	To act in accordance with ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility; having awareness of the importance of employee workplace health and safety.
10)	Information about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development.
11)	Knowledge about contemporary issues and the global and societal effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; awareness of the legal consequences of civil engineering solutions.

Öğrenme Etkinliği ve Öğretme Yöntemleri

Ölçme ve Değerlendirme Yöntemleri ve Kriterleri

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Midterms	1	% 40
Final	1	% 60
Total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 40
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 60
Total		% 100

İş Yükü ve AKTS Kredisi Hesaplaması

Activities	Number of Activities	Duration (Hours)	Workload
Course Hours	14	2	28
Study Hours Out of Class	12	10	120
Midterms	1	1	1
Final	1	1	1
Total Workload			150