Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
Basic Health Information TVT1103 Turkish Compulsory 1. Semester 4 + 0 4.0 4.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Associate
Mode of delivery
Course Coordinator
Instructor(s) Arş. Gör. İnci Hazal AYAS (Güz)
Goals This course provides fundamental knowledge aimed at protecting and promoting human health. It covers body systems, principles of healthy living, infectious and chronic diseases, personal hygiene, immunization, first aid knowledge, the structure of health services, and preventive health services. The goal is to enhance the basic health literacy of those working in the field of health.
Course Content
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Concept of Health and Factors Affecting Health Lecture, Question and Answer, Presentation (Preparation)
2. Week Overview of the Human Body and Systems Lecture, Question and Answer, Presentation (Preparation)
3. Week Basic Knowledge of the Respiratory, Circulatory, and Digestive Systems Lecture, Question and Answer, Presentation (Preparation)
4. Week Basic Hygiene and Personal Health Habits Lecture, Question and Answer, Presentation (Preparation)
5. Week Infectious Diseases and Methods of Prevention Lecture, Question and Answer, Presentation (Preparation)
6. Week Chronic Diseases and the Importance of Early Diagnosis Lecture, Question and Answer, Presentation (Preparation)
7. Week Immunization and Vaccination Programs Lecture, Question and Answer, Presentation (Preparation)
8. Week Midterm Exam Lecture, Question and Answer, Presentation (Preparation)
9. Week First Aid and Basic Life Support Lecture, Question and Answer, Presentation (Preparation)
10. Week Health Institutions and Types of Services Lecture, Question and Answer, Presentation (Preparation)
11. Week Primary, Secondary, and Tertiary Health Care Services Lecture, Question and Answer, Presentation (Preparation)
12. Week Preventive Health Services and Public Health Lecture, Question and Answer, Presentation (Preparation)
13. Week Healthy Lifestyle Behaviors and Individual Health Responsibility Lecture, Question and Answer, Presentation (Preparation)
14. Week General Evaluation and Case Studies Lecture, Question and Answer, Presentation (Preparation)
*Midterm and final exam dates are not specified in the 14-week course operation plan. Midterm and final exam dates are held on the dates specified in the academic calendar with the decision of the University Senate.
The Matrix for Course & Program Learning Outcomes
No Program Requirements Level of Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1 Knows the basic concepts and terminology specific to the healthcare field.
2 Explains the operation and basic management processes of health data systems.
3 Gains the ability to collect, classify, analyze, and report health data.
4 Performs effective data entry in electronic health records (EHR), HIS, etc. systems.
5 Uses basic software and hardware used in the healthcare field.
6 Applies open-source software and current information technologies in the healthcare field.
7 Uses medical terminology correctly and effectively.
8 Acts in accordance with privacy, security, and ethical principles in health data.
9 Calculates health statistics and interprets basic health indicators.
10 Has knowledge about the application areas of next-generation technologies such as artificial intelligence and machine learning in the healthcare field and contributes to their applications
11 Works in accordance with national and international regulations in the healthcare field.
12 Demonstrates aptitude for teamwork and establishes interdisciplinary communication
13 Utilizes problem-solving, decision-making, and critical thinking skills
14 Uses Turkish and a basic level of a foreign language in professional communication
15 Gains awareness of lifelong learning, professional development, and ethical responsibility.
Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
Program Requirements
PY1
PY2
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Evaluation Method
Güz Dönemi
Responsible Personnel Grup Evaluation Method Percentage
Arş. Gör. İnci Hazal AYAS Vize 50.00
Arş. Gör. İnci Hazal AYAS Final 50.00
Toplam 100.00
ECTS credits and course workload
ECTS credits and course workload Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Ders İçi
Class Hours 14 2 28
Ders Dışı
Preparation, After Class Study 14 2 28
Research 1 20 20
Other Activities 10 2 20
Sınavlar
Midterm 1 1 5 5
Final 1 1 1
Total Workload 102
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 4.0