Wave motion, electromagnetic theory, electromagnetic spectrum, propagation of light , measurement of optical properties of tissues, optics, microscopy, lasers, mechanisms of laser-tissue ineractions, lasers in surgery, tissue welding, laser tweezers, lasers in imaging, diagnostic applications, electrosurgery versus laser surgery, laser safety.
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Related Preparation |
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Introduction, wave motion; plane, spherical and cylindrical waves, Electromagnetic theory, electromagnetic waves, energy and momentum of radiation. Dipole emission, emission and absorption by atoms and molecules, black body radiation, electromagnetic spectrum.
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Propagation of light: reflection, refraction, scattering, interference and diffraction. Measurement of optical properties of tissue, Geometrical optics, fiberoptics. Microscopy and limits of resolution, mechanisms of contrast.
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Eye and vision, perception of color. Spontaneous and stimulated emission, principle of laser, cavity modes, lasing media, pumping mechanisms, continuous and pulsed regimes.
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"Mechanisms of laser-tissue interactions I: Photochemical. Photodynamic therapy,
photostimulation, cytotoxicity of UV light."
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Mechanisms of laser-tissue interactions II: Photothermal. Heat generation, heat conduction and distribution. Thermal damage to tissue. Laser-Induced Interstitial Thermotherapy (LIIT).
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Mechanisms of laser-tissue interactions III: Photomechanical. Explosive evaporation, shock and acoustic waves, cavitation, jet formation.
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Mechanisms of laser-tissue interactions IV: Dielectric breakdown, plasma-mediated ablation.
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Lasers in Ophthalmology.
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Lasers in Dermatology.
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Lasers in General Surgery, Cardiovascular Surgery, Gynecology. Tissue welding. Low power lasers. Micromanipulation and cell surgery.
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Lasers in Imaging.
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Diagnostic applications: Autofluorescence, Raman spectroscopy, Scattering Light Spectroscopy, Doppler velocimetry.
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"Electrosurgery: Mechanisms of interaction and tissue damage. Pros and cons vs.
laser surgery."
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Laser safety: lasers classification.
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Program Outcomes |
Level of Contribution |
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Grasp basic theoretical and conceptual knowledge about the field and relations between them at the level of practice. |
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Possess basic knowledge about the causes and effects of political transformations in societies. |
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Possess knowledge about quantitative, qualitative and mixed research methods in social and behavioral sciences. |
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Recognize historical patterns while evaluating contemporary political and social developments. |
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Demonstrate interdisciplinary and critical approach while analyzing, synthesizing and forecasting domestic and foreign policy. |
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Conduct studies in the field professionally, both independently or as a team member. |
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Possess consciousness about lifelong learning based on Research & Development. |
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Communicate with peers both orally and in writing, by using a foreign language at least at a level of European Language Portfolio B1 General Level and the necessary informatics and communication technologies. |
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Apply field-related knowledge and competences into career advancement, projects for sustainable development goals, and social responsibility initiatives. |
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Possess the habit to monitor domestic and foreign policy agenda as well as international developments. |
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Possess competence to interpret the new political actors, theories and concepts in a global era. |
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Evaluate the legal and ethical implications of advanced technologies on politics. |
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BAHÇEŞEHİR UNIVERSITY BİLGİ PAKETİ / DERS KATALOĞU
