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| Course Title | Code | Language | Type | Semester | L+U Hour | Credits | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| - | BESÖ508 | Turkish | Compulsory | 3 + 0 | 3.0 | 7.0 |
| Prerequisite Courses | |
| Course Level | Graduate |
| Mode of delivery | Face to face |
| Course Coordinator | Prof. Dr. Hakkı ÇOKNAZ |
| Instructor(s) | |
| Goals | The aim of this course is to examine the etiology, pathophysiology, and epidemiology of obesity from a multidisciplinary perspective and to analyze the roles of energy balance, metabolic regulation, hormonal control mechanisms, and lifestyle factors in the development of obesity based on current scientific evidence. Furthermore, the effects of exercise and physical activity on obesity management, body composition regulation, and metabolic health will be evaluated in light of recent scientific findings. Within the scope of the course, it is aimed to develop students’ competencies in critically analyzing, designing, and interpreting evidence-based exercise intervention programs for individuals with obesity. In addition, the physiological, psychological, and psychosocial effects of exercise on health-related quality of life will be addressed through an integrative approach. |
| Course Content | This course covers the definition, classification, and global epidemiological trends of obesity and examines the major biological determinants of obesity including energy balance, metabolic homeostasis, hormonal regulatory mechanisms, and genetic predisposition. The relationship between obesity and chronic diseases such as cardiometabolic disorders, insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes, and cardiovascular diseases is evaluated based on current scientific evidence. The course also investigates the effects of physical activity and exercise on energy metabolism, fat oxidation, and body composition. Principles of exercise prescription for individuals with obesity, exercise safety, and the design of individualized exercise programs are addressed. Furthermore, the physiological and psychosocial effects of exercise on health-related quality of life are discussed, and students are expected to analyze current scientific literature and evaluate exercise-based intervention strategies for obesity management. |
| # | Öğrenme Kazanımı |
| 1 | Understands the causes of obesity caused by biological, environmental and genetic factors. |
| 2 | Explain the biochemical and physiological effects of exercise on the human body. |
| 3 | Creates safe and effective exercise protocols for obese individuals and learns application methods. |
| 4 | Recognise modern technological tools (mobile applications, wearable devices, etc.) used in obesity management and analyse the effects of the use of these tools. |
| 5 | Defines and evaluates the effects of obesity on mental health and social life of the individual. |
| Week | Topics/Applications | Method |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Week | Introduction and Overview of Obesity | Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion |
| 2. Week | Physiopathology of Obesity | Practice, Lecture, Question and Answer |
| 3. Week | Effects of Obesity on Health | Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion |
| 4. Week | Biochemical and Physiological Basis of Exercise | Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion |
| 5. Week | Types of Exercise and Effects on Obesity | Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion |
| 6. Week | Application Protocols of Exercise in Obese Individuals | Practice, Lecture, Question and Answer |
| 7. Week | Obesity and Psychosocial Health | Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion |
| 8. Week | Obezite | |
| 9. Week | Exercise and Quality of Life | Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion |
| 10. Week | Nutrition and Obesity Relationship | Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion |
| 11. Week | Multidisciplinary Approaches in Obesity | Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion |
| 12. Week | Obesity and Technology Use | Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion |
| 13. Week | Case Study Analyses and Application Studies | Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion |
| 14. Week | General Evaluation of the Course and Project Presentations | Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion |
| No | Program Requirements | Level of Contribution | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
| 1 | The program is designed in full compliance with the Turkish Higher Education Qualifications Framework (TYYÇ) Level 7 standards. Graduates leave the program having acquired the following core competency areas: • KNOWLEDGE: Advanced knowledge and understanding specialized in the field of physical education and sports. • SKILLS: Research, analysis, material development, and teaching skills. • COMPETENCE — INDEPENDENT STUDY: Ability to independently conduct advanced academic and professional studies. • COMPETENCE — LEARNING: Lifelong learning awareness and self-directed learning skills. • COMPETENCE — COMMUNICATION: Effective written, oral, and digital communication skills. • COMPETENCE — SOCIAL: Ethical behavior, democratic values, and awareness of social responsibility. • COMPETENCE — FIELD-SPECIFIC: Compliance with professional standards, legal regulations, and ethical principles. | ✔ | |||||
| 1 | The program is designed in full compliance with the Turkish Higher Education Qualifications Framework (TYYÇ) Level 7 standards. Graduates leave the program having acquired the following core competency areas: • KNOWLEDGE: Advanced knowledge and understanding specialized in the field of physical education and sports. • SKILLS: Research, analysis, material development, and teaching skills. • COMPETENCE — INDEPENDENT STUDY: Ability to independently conduct advanced academic and professional studies. • COMPETENCE — LEARNING: Lifelong learning awareness and self-directed learning skills. • COMPETENCE — COMMUNICATION: Effective written, oral, and digital communication skills. • COMPETENCE — SOCIAL: Ethical behavior, democratic values, and awareness of social responsibility. • COMPETENCE — FIELD-SPECIFIC: Compliance with professional standards, legal regulations, and ethical principles. | ✔ | |||||
| Program Requirements | DK1 | DK2 | DK3 | DK4 | DK5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PY1 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Ders Kitabı veya Notu | |
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| Diğer Kaynaklar |
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| ECTS credits and course workload | Quantity | Duration (Hour) | Total Workload (Hour) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Ders Dışı |
Homework | 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Preparation, After Class Study | 15 | 8.1 | 121.5 | |
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Sınavlar |
Midterm | 1 | 15 | 15 |
| Homework | 1 | 6 | 6 | |
| Homework Preparation | 1 | 12 | 12 | |
| Final | 1 | 18 | 18 | |
| Total Workload | 178.5 | |||
| *AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 | ECTS Credit of the Course | 7.0 | ||
