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NUTRITION AND DIETETIC (ENGLISH)
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
BME4005 Laser-Tissue Interactions Spring 3 0 3 6
This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester.

Basic information

Language of instruction: English
Type of course:
Course Level: Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Assist. Prof. HAKAN SOLMAZ
Course Objectives: The aim of this course is to provide a thorough understanding of the basic physical principles which underlie therapeutic uses of lasers in medicine. Laser-tissue interaction mechanisms will be examined.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
The students who have succeeded in this course will be learn.
1. The mechanisms describing the interaction of laser radiation with biological tissue
2. Spectroscopic and diagnostic optical applications of lasers in medicine
3. Selected applications of lasers and optical techniques which are presently important in medicine

Course Content

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.
Teaching methods of the course are lecture, reading, discussion and problem solving.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) About the course
2) Introduction to wave motion, electromagnetic waves and spectrum
3) Propagation of light: reflection, refraction, scattering, interference and diffraction Read the lecture notes of Week 2
4) What is a LASER? Read the lecture notes of Week 3
5) Laser-tissue interactions Read the lecture notes of Week 4
6) Photochemical interactions Read the lecture notes of Week 5
7) Photothermal interactions Read the lecture notes of Week 6
8) Photomechanical interactions Read the lecture notes of Week 7
9) Lasers in ophthalmology Read the article provided by the instructor
10) Lasers in dermatology Read the article provided by the instructor
11) Lasers in general surgery Read the article provided by the instructor
12) Lasers in imaging Read the article provided by the instructor
13) Diagnostic applications Read the article provided by the instructor
14) General review

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Lecture notes and supplementary documents supported by the instructor.
References:

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 1 % 10
Quizzes 4 % 20
Midterms 1 % 30
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 3 42
Study Hours Out of Class 14 8 112
Midterms 2 2 4
Final 1 2 2
Total Workload 160

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 use theoretic and methodological approach, evidence-based principles and scientific literature in Nutrition and Dietetics field systematically for practice.
2) To have theoretic and practical knowledge for individual's, family's and the community's health promotion and protection.
3) To assess nutritional status of risky groups in nutrition related problems (pregnant, babies, adolescences, elders, etc.)
4) To use healthcare, information technologies for Nutrition and Dietetic practice and research.
5) To communicate effectively with advisee, colleagues for effective professional relationships.
6) To be able to monitor occupational information using at least one foreign language, to collaborate and communicate with colleagues at international level.
7) To use life-long learning, problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
8) To act in accordance with ethical principles and values in professional practice.
9) To take part in research, projects and activities within sense of social responsibility and interdisciplinary approach.
10) To be able to search for literature in health sciences databases and information sources to access to information and use the information effectively.
11) To take responsibility and participate in the processes actively for training of other dieticians, education of health professionals and individuals about nutrition.
12) To carry out dietetic practices considering cultural differences and different health needs of different groups in the community.