PHYSIOTHERAPY AND REHABILITATION (TURKISH)
Bachelor	TR-NQF-HE: Level 6	QF-EHEA: First Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code	Course Name	Semester	Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
BME1071	Introduction to Biomedical Engineering	Spring	2	2	3	6

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Basic information

Language of instruction:	English
Type of course:	Non-Departmental Elective
Course Level:	Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery:	Face to face
Course Coordinator :	Assist. Prof. ENGİN BAYSOY
Course Lecturer(s):	Assist. Prof. HAKAN SOLMAZ
Recommended Optional Program Components:	None
Course Objectives:	The objectives of this course are; - To introduce students to the field of Biomedical Engineering (BME) with the excitement of this rapidly growing field. - To communicate students to the academic preparation needed for successful study and professional careers in the different sub-disciplines of BME. - To guide and advise students for their future plans and studies. - Providing students with information and support for other engineering or life sciences programs or different sub-disciplines of BME.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Students who succeeded this course will;

- Have basic knowledge about the applications of engineering principles in biomedical engineering.
- Know the definition of biomedical engineering and learn the areas of interest of biomedical engineers.
- Know the applications of basic sciences in physics, chemistry, biology and mathematics in the field of biomedical engineering.
- Know the definition and working fields of the clinical engineer.
- Know to make research for providing solutions and methods to solve basic problems and interpret the results.

Course Content

Introduction to Lecture and Biomedical Engineering
Current State of Medical Devices in the World and Türkiye, Study topics in Biomedical Engineering, Medical device classification
Medical device classification, Invited speaker for a special topic in biomedical engineering
Main medical imaging devices and systems in clinics, Invited speaker for a special topic in biomedical engineering
Main therapeutic devices and systems in clinics, Invited speaker for a special topic in biomedical engineering
Duties of Clinical Engineers
Duties of Clinical Engineers - Continue
Fundamentals of medical device calibration & maintenance I
Fundamentals of medical device calibration & maintenance II, Details of Presentation Project
Software systems used in Clinics, Invited speaker for a special topic in biomedical engineering
Safety issues with medical devices, Potential hazards with medical devices and systems in clinics, Invited speaker for a special topic in biomedical engineering
Presentations of students
Presentations of students
Presentations of students

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Introduction to Biomedical Engineering
2)	Current State of Medical Devices in the World and Türkiye, Study topics in Biomedical Engineering
3)	Medical device classification in terms of their use, functions and their harmfull effects on patient body.
4)	Medical device classification - Continue, Invited speaker for applications in biomedical engineering
5)	Main medical imaging devices and systems in clinics.
6)	Main therapeutic devices and systems in clinics, Invited speaker for applications in biomedical engineering.
7)	Definition of Clinical Engineering and duties of clinical engineers.
8)	Fundamentals of medical device calibration & maintenance I
9)	Fundamentals of medical device calibration & maintenance II. Sharing of details of presentation homework.
10)	Software systems used in Clinics.
11)	Safety issues with medical devices. Potential hazards with medical devices and systems in clinics. Invited speaker for applications in biomedical engineering.
12)	Presentations of students
13)	Student presentations
14)	Student presentations. Invited speaker for applications in biomedical engineering.

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:	Ders notları öğrencilerin tekrarı için paylaşılacaktır. / Lecture notes will be available for student review.
References:	None

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Quizzes	1	% 10
Homework Assignments	1	% 10
Presentation	1	% 15
Midterms	1	% 25
Final	1	% 40
Total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 60
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 40
Total		% 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities	Number of Activities	Duration (Hours)	Workload
Course Hours	14	2	28
Application	7	2	14
Study Hours Out of Class	14	7	98
Presentations / Seminar	1	5	5
Homework Assignments	1	5	5
Quizzes	1	2	2
Midterms	1	2	2
Final	1	2	2
Total Workload			156

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

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

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	To have theoretical and practical knowledge required to fulfill professional roles and functions of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation field.	2
2)	To act in accordance with ethical principles and values in professional practice.	1
3)	To use life-long learning, problem-solving and critical thinking skills.	4
4)	To define evidence-based practices and determine problem solving methods in Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation practices, using theories in health promotion, protection and care.	1
5)	To take part in research, projects and activities within sense of social responsibility and interdisciplinary approach.	3
6)	To have skills for training and consulting according to health education needs of individual, family and the community.	1
7)	To be sensitive to health problems of the community and to be able to offer solutions.	3
8)	To be able to use skills for effective communication.	5
9)	To be able to select and use modern tools, techniques and modalities in Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation practices; to be able to use health information technologies effectively.	1
10)	To be able to search for literature in health sciences databases and information sources to access to information and use the information effectively.	1
11)	To be able to monitor occupational information using at least one foreign language, to collaborate and communicate with colleagues at international level.	1
12)	To be a role model with contemporary and professional identity.	4