PHYSIOTHERAPY AND REHABILITATION (TURKISH)
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
COP3822 Polestar Exercise Principles Fall 2 0 2 6
The course opens with the approval of the Department at the beginning of each semester

Basic information

Language of instruction: En
Type of course: Departmental Elective
Course Level: Bachelor
Mode of Delivery: Hybrid
Course Coordinator : Assoc. Prof. HASAN KEREM ALPTEKİN
Course Objectives: Learning the tests that should be done before the exercise program (Fitness Screening Test). With this test we will see the different needs of different people. We will work on those needs. Learning the roadmap required when planning an exercise. With this information, you will be able to plan different programs and roadmap for different people.
1. To learn movement principles.
Breath, reverse extension, control, high plans in movements, movements.
2. Fitness Screening Test – you will learn about pre-exercise tests.
3. You will learn 7 categories of motion.
4. You will be able to design a program of beginner, intermediate and advanced courses.
5. Mastering beginner pilates moves.
6. Master the points that the instructor should pay attention to in the Pilates class.

Learning Outputs

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Learning the principles of exercise. Breathing, axial extension, control, weight bearing in the extremities, integration of movement. Learning movement categories. Movements that must be done within an hour of exercise. Learning the tests that should be done before starting the first lesson. Fitness Screening Test. Practical learning of exercises suitable for these tests and movement categories. Practice exercises on pilates equipment and on the mat. Learning "beginner", "intermediate", "advanced" course programming for patients and members who have started exercise.

Course Content

Students will learn about the fitness tests that should be done before starting that first lesson for patients. With these 15 exercises, they will learn the physical needs of the people and will learn which exercises will meet these needs. Students will learn the principles and the exercies that should be applied in each lesson. Students will learn how to prepare a fluent exercise session by combining these exercises that the person needs, both in theory and in practice. Students will learn how to make 3 different course programs for their patients: beginner level, intermediate level and advanced level.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction to Course, Movement Principles. 1-Breath 2-Axial Alongation 3-Control 4-Spine Articulation
2) Movement Principles. 5-Head,neck,shoulder organization 6- Alignment 7- Weight bearing on the extremities 8- Movement integration
3) 7 Categories of Movements 1- Exercises with lower extremities lying on the back 2- Exercises with upper extremities lying on the back 3- Exercises with spine movements 4- Exercises performed by weight bearing on the upper extremity
4) 7 Movement Category 5- Exercises performed with the upper or lower extremities in the sitting position 6- Exercises for whole body integration 7- Exercises performed with the lower extremities while standing.
5) Preparation of an introductory exercise session for a healthy individual, using 7 movement categories and principles.
6) Preparation of an introductory exercise session for a healthy individual, using 7 movement categories and principles-2
7) Cotraindications, exercises that should not be done in case of injuries
8) Midterm Exam
9) "Fitness Screening Test". This test consists of 15 exercises. This test is done to understand people's needs
10) Preparation of a session (exercise program) suitable for a patient/client with a fitness screening. (Theoric)
11) Preparation of a session (exercise program) suitable for a patient/client with a fitness screening. (Practice)
12) Students will practice in the class apply the fitness screening tests to each other. Will discuss about the results and the needs of the clients.
13) Performing a full session on the mat with apparatus.
14) Performing a full session with pilates equipment. General Review

Sources

Course Notes: Exercise and fitness / Laurie Willis,Detroit : Greenhaven Press, a part of Gale, Cengage Learning, [2013]
References: Exercise and fitness / Laurie Willis,Detroit : Greenhaven Press, a part of Gale, Cengage Learning, [2013]

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance % 0
Laboratory % 0
Application % 0
Field Work % 0
Special Course Internship (Work Placement) % 0
Quizzes % 0
Homework Assignments % 0
Presentation % 0
Project % 0
Seminar % 0
Midterms 1 % 40
Preliminary Jury % 0
Final 1 % 60
Paper Submission % 0
Jury % 0
Bütünleme % 0
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 have theoretical and practical knowledge required to fulfill professional roles and functions of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation field.
2) To act in accordance with ethical principles and values in professional practice.
3) To use life-long learning, problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
4) To define evidence-based practices and determine problem solving methods in Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation practices, using theories in health promotion, protection and care.
5) To take part in research, projects and activities within sense of social responsibility and interdisciplinary approach.
6) To have skills for training and consulting according to health education needs of individual, family and the community.
7) To be sensitive to health problems of the community and to be able to offer solutions.
8) To be able to use skills for effective communication.
9) To be able to select and use modern tools, techniques and modalities in Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation practices; to be able to use health information technologies effectively.
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 be able to monitor occupational information using at least one foreign language, to collaborate and communicate with colleagues at international level.
12) To be a role model with contemporary and professional identity.