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ENERGY SYSTEMS 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
TDS2005 Health Tourism Fall 2 0 2 3
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: Non-Departmental Elective
Course Level: Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Instructor DİLEK ELMA
Course Lecturer(s): Instructor FIRAT KARA
Recommended Optional Program Components: Archive
Course Objectives: This lesson aims to make the students comprehend the description of health tourism, types of health tourism and health tourism in Turkey.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
The students passing this lesson;

1- Describe health tourism.
2- Sort the types of healt tourism in Turkey.
3- Know the factors influencing demand of health tourism.

Course Content

This lesson contains health tourism and its place and importance in general tourism, health tourism in Turkey, development of health tourism, health tourism organisations and global rivalry.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Description of Health Tourism
2) Development of Health Tourism
3) Factors Influencing demands of health tourism
4) Description of Thermal Tourism
5) The Place and Importance of Thermal Tourism in Health Tourism
6) Future of Thermal Tourism
7) Thermal Tourism in Turkey and World
8) Thermal Tourism in Turkey and World
9) Medical Tourism
10) Medical Tourism in Turkey
11) Description of Spa and Wellness
12) Applications of Spa and Wellness
13) Spa and Wellness in Turkey
14) The Elder Tourism

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Ders Notları Haftalık Verilecektir. / Course Notes Will Be Delivered Weakly.
References: Karagülle, Z., Karagülle M., Doğan B. M. (2011). Türkiye Termal SPA Sağlık Rehberi. Nobel Tıp Kitabevleri.

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Quizzes 1 % 10
Homework Assignments 1 % 10
Midterms 1 % 20
Final 1 % 60
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 40
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 60
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 14 2 28
Study Hours Out of Class 14 2 28
Homework Assignments 3 5 15
Quizzes 1 1 1
Midterms 1 1 1
Final 1 2 2
Total Workload 75

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) Build up a body of knowledge in mathematics, science and Energy Systems Engineering subjects; use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve complex engineering problems.
2) Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex Energy Systems Engineering problems; select and apply proper modeling and analysis methods for this purpose.
3) Ability to design complex Energy 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) Ability to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for solving complex problems in Energy Systems Engineering practice; employ information technologies effectively.
5) Ability to design and conduct numerical or pysical experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for investigating the complex problems specific to Energy Systems Engineering.
6) Ability to cooperate efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; and show self-reliance when working on Energy Systems-related problems
7) Ability to communicate effectively in English and Turkish (if he/she is a Turkish citizen), both orally and in writing. Write and understand reports, prepare design and production reports, deliver effective presentations, 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) Develop an awareness of professional and ethical responsibility, and behave accordingly. Be informed about the standards used in Energy Systems 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 Energys Systems Engineering on health, environment, security in universal and social scope, and the contemporary problems of Energys Systems engineering; is aware of the legal consequences of Energys Systems engineering solutions.