BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING
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
EDT5009	Human Performance Technology	Spring	3	0	3	12

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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 :	Dr. Öğr. Üyesi YAVUZ SAMUR
Recommended Optional Program Components:	None
Course Objectives:	The overall course objectives are: Examine basic concepts and principles of human performance technology Describe the models used in human performance technology. Examine the systematic approach to the analysis, design, development, implementation and evaluation of performance improvement interventions (performance support systems, job analysis/work design, personal development, human resource development, organizational communication, organizational design and development, financial systems)

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1. to be able to discuss key concepts and terminology in human performance improvement
2. to be able to discuss the domain, origins, and key figures of human performance technology
3. to be able to distinguish between instructional technology and performance technology.
4. to be able to discuss the elements of selected human performance technology models.
5. to be able to explain a procedure for conducting a needs assessment and a cause analysis
6. to be able to examine the systematic approach to the analysis, design, development, implementation and evaluation of performance improvement interventions
7. to be able to discuss emerging trends in human performance technology
8. to be able to discuss selected strategies and tactics for performance improvement.

Course Content

Bu ders Insan Performans Teknolojisi alanina giriş niteliğindedir. İnsan performansı, insan performansı sistem modelleri ile ilgili temel kavram ve prensipleri ve insan performans modelleri ile ilgili problemleri inceler. Özellikle de bu derste performans geliştirme uygulamalarını (performans destek sistemleri, iş analizi, iş tasarımı, bireysel gelişim, insan kaynakları gelişimi, organizasyon iletişimi, organizasyon tasarımı ve gelişimi, finansal sistemler) derinlemesine analiz etme vurgulanmaktadır.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Introduction and Overview
2)	What is Human Performance Technology?
3)	Human Performance Technology Models and Innovation
4)	Human Performance Technology Models
5)	Performance Analysis - Defining the problem or opportunity (Organization analysis, Environmental Analysis, Gap Analysis)
6)	Cause Analysis and Technology foresight and forecasting
7)	HPT Tools and Strategies
8)	Perspectives on HPT
9)	Teknoloji ve Öğrenme
10)	Shift from Training to Performance, Motivation, Performance Support Systems
11)	Design and manage HPT course project
12)	Technology Assessment
13)	Project Work & Project Presentations
14)	Project Presentations

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:	Van Tiem, D.M., Moseley, J.L. and Dessinger, J.C. (2004). Fundamentals of performance technology: A guide to improving people, process, and performance, Second Edition. Washington, DC: International Society for Performance Improvement. Pershing J. A. (Ed.). (2006). Handbook of human performance technology (3rd Ed.). San Francisco: JosseyBass.
References:	-

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Quizzes	1	% 20
Project	1	% 45
Final	1	% 35
Total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 20
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 80
Total		% 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities	Number of Activities	Duration (Hours)	Workload
Course Hours	14	3	42
Project	1	90	90
Quizzes	1	10	10
Final	1	50	50
Total Workload			192

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)	Adequate knowledge of subjects specific to mathematics (analysis, linear, algebra, differential equations, statistics), science (physics, chemistry, biology) and related engineering discipline, and the ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in these fields in complex engineering problems.
2)	Identify, formulate, and solve complex Biomedical Engineering problems; select and apply proper modeling and analysis methods for this purpose
3)	Design complex Biomedical systems, processes, devices or products under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; apply modern design methods for this purpose.
4)	Devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for solving complex problems in Biomedical Engineering practice; employ information technologies effectively.
5)	Design and conduct numerical or physical experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for investigating the complex problems specific to Biomedical Engineering.
6)	Cooperate efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; and show self-reliance when working on Biomedical Engineering-related problems.
7)	Ability to communicate effectively in Turkish, oral and written, to have gained the level of English language knowledge (European Language Portfolio B1 general level) to follow the innovations in the field of Biomedical Engineering; gain the ability to write and understand written reports effectively, to prepare design and production reports, to make effective presentations, to give and receive clear and understandable instructions.
8)	Recognize the need for life-long learning; show ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continuously educate oneself.
9)	Having knowledge for the importance of acting in accordance with the ethical principles of biomedical engineering and the awareness of professional responsibility and ethical responsibility and the standards used in biomedical engineering applications
10)	Learn about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; develop an awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development.
11)	Acquire knowledge about the effects of practices of Biomedical Engineering on health, environment, security in universal and social scope, and the contemporary problems of Biomedical Engineering; is aware of the legal consequences of Mechatronics engineering solutions.