OPTICIANRY (TURKISH)
Associate TR-NQF-HE: Level 5 QF-EHEA: Short Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 5

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code Course Name Semester Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
GEP1513 History of Religions Spring 3 0 3 5
This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester.

Basic information

Language of instruction: Turkish
Type of course: GE-Elective
Course Level: Associate (Short Cycle)
Mode of Delivery:
Course Coordinator : Dr. BURCU ALARSLAN ULUDAŞ
Recommended Optional Program Components: None
Course Objectives: To learn about the concept of religion, theories about the origins of religions, basic features of religions, basic features of religions that emerged in history and have followers today. Thus, to have an accurate and up-to-date idea about religions, which are an important component of culture.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
When you successfully complete this course you will be able to do the following.
1. To have knowledge about the basic concepts of the History of Religions.
2. Learning the subjects and research methods of the History of Religions discipline.
3. To obtain basic information about Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity and Islam, which are important religious traditions today.

Course Content

The student taking this course will have a different perspective and approach when examining other disciplines within the General Education Program, which brings together different research areas of social sciences.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction to the History of Religions course, basic topics and resources. topic narration
2) Theories on the origin of religions. topic narration
3) Religions have common features. topic narration
4) Introduction to Hinduism: periods and holy books. topic narration
5) foundation of Hinduism beliefs, god, castes, avatar, yoga. topic narration
6) Buddhism, its teachings, holy books, topic narration
7) Buddhism core beliefs and holidays topic narration
8) 1st Midterm EXAM
9) introduction to judaism Judaism basic beliefs, Bible topic narration
10) Judaism's prayers, holidays, sects Lecture explanation
11) Introduction to Christianity Lecture
12) Basic beliefs of Christianity, doctrine of the trinity. topic narration
13) Christian worship, holidays, sects Explanation of the subject
14) Introduction to Islam: basic beliefs, holidays, sects Explanation of the subject

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:
References: 1. Abdurrahman Küçük – Günay Tümer, Dinler Tarihi, Ocak Yayınları.
2. Yaşayan Dünya Dinleri, Anadolu Üniversitesi, Açıköğretim Fakültesi yayınları.
3. Yaşayan Dünya Dinleri, Diyanet İşleri Başkanlığı Yayınları.
4. İsmail Taşpınar, Doğu Dinlerinde Hac İbadeti – Hinduizm ve Budizm, Marmara İlahiyat Vakfı Yayınları

Evaluation System

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

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 be able to evaluate and apply the knowledge gained from theoretical and practical courses related to the field professionally
2) To be able to use terminology specific to the health field effectively
3) To know the legislation regarding his/her duties, rights and responsibilities and to act in accordance with professional ethical rules
4) To be able to use information and communication technologies on issues related to his/her field and effectively convey his/her professional knowledge through written, verbal and non-verbal communication
5) To be able to follow information in his/her field using a foreign language at a basic level
6) To be able to apply changing techniques and use new tools and devices depending on developing technology
7) To be able to update his/her knowledge, skills and competencies related to his/her field with the awareness of lifelong learning and improve himself/herself personally and professionally
8) To have knowledge of basic vision devices such as glasses, contact lenses and low vision devices (telescopic products, etc.)
9) To be able to select, sell and prepare basic vision devices according to the prescription and ensure their adaptation to the user
10) To be able to measure the diopter of prescription glasses and contact lenses and make the necessary adjustments for their fitting