SHS257 Environmental HealthIstanbul Okan UniversityDegree Programs AnesthesiaGeneral Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational Qualifications
Anesthesia
Associate TR-NQF-HE: Level 5 QF-EHEA: Short Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 5

General course introduction information

Course Code: SHS257
Course Name: Environmental Health
Course Semester: Spring
Course Credits:
Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
3 0 3 4
Language of instruction: TR
Course Requisites:
Does the Course Require Work Experience?: No
Type of course: Department Elective
Course Level:
Associate TR-NQF-HE:5. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:Short Cycle EQF-LLL:5. Master`s Degree
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Öğr.Gör. DAMLA EKİN YÜZER
Course Lecturer(s):
































Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives: The aim of this course is to learn the effect of environment on health, natural and human-induced environmental problems and solutions to these environmental problems.
Course Content: At the end of this course the student:
1. Recognize the concepts of environment and health.
2. Recognize the factors that cause air, water and soil pollution.
3. Recognize the methods of waste disposal.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Learning Outcomes
1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) Define the basic concept of environmental health.
2) Explain the basic characteristics of water pollution.
3) Understand how to solve problems related to soil and air pollution.
4) Explain noise pollution and the measures that can be taken against this pollution.
5) Explain radiation pollution and the measures that can be taken against this pollution.
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
Learning Competence
Field Specific Competence
1) Explain the basic concepts of how solid, liquid and medical wastes can be stored and recycled.
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility

Lesson Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Overview of the course and course content Introduction to Environmental Health Environmental Health (Environment and Ecology Links) Book
2) Fundamentals of environmental health Environmental Health (Environment and Ecology Links) Book
3) Air Pollution Environmental Health (Environment and Ecology Links) Book
4) Water Pollution Environmental Health (Environment and Ecology Links) Book
5) Soil and Nutrient Pollution Environmental Health (Environment and Ecology Links) Book
6) Soil and Nutrient Pollution (Continued) Environmental Health (Environment and Ecology Links) Book
7) Bioremediation Environmental Health (Environment and Ecology Links) Book
8) Midterm Exam
9) Noise Pollution Environmental Health (Environment and Ecology Links) Book
10) Radiation Pollution Environmental Health (Environment and Ecology Links) Book
11) Solid Waste Storage and Recycling Environmental Health for Health Sciences
12) Liquid Waste and Storage Environmental Health for Health Sciences
13) Medical Waste and Disposal Methods Environmental Health for Health Sciences
14) General Review Environmental Health (Environment and Ecology Links) Book Environmental Health for Health Sciences
15) Final Exam

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Derse ait Powerpoint sunumları
References: Çevre Sağlığı (Çevre ve Ekoloji Bağlantılarıyla). Çağatay Güler. Palme Yayınevi. ISBN No: 9786054445219.
Sağlık Bilimleri İçin Çevre Sağlığı. 2022. Editör: Lütfi Saltuk Demir. Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık. ISBN978-625-427-707-8.

Course-Program Learning Outcome Relationship

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Program Outcomes
1) To have basic theoretical and practical knowledge about the field of anesthesia and knowledge of accessing, evaluating and applying information.
2) To use theoretical and practical knowledge on the basic level of anesthesia; to interpret and evaluate data using the basic knowledge and skills acquired, to identify and analyze problems, and to take responsibility for the work planned for the solution.
3) To learn the devices used in the field of anesthesia and their usage, to monitor, evaluate and apply current developments.
4) To inform related persons and institutions by using the basic knowledge and skills that they possess in matters related to the field; to be able to communicate suggestions for solutions to problems and problems in writing and orally.
5) To have a critical approach to evaluate the knowledge and skills at the basic level in the field, to determine learning needs and to have lifelong learning consciousness.
6) To contribute in accordance with the social, scientific, cultural and ethical values of the collection, interpretation, application and announcement of the results related to the field.
7) To comply with laws, regulations, legislation, professional ethics rules and quality management processes related to duties, rights and responsibilities.
8) Having sufficient consciousness about individual and public health, patient safety, environmental protection and work safety.
9) To be able to work as a team member, to collaborate with different disciplines to solve complex and unforeseen complex problems, and to manage the activities for the development of those who are responsible under a project.
10) By using the basic knowledge that he has, he is able to perform a given task independently.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) To have basic theoretical and practical knowledge about the field of anesthesia and knowledge of accessing, evaluating and applying information.
2) To use theoretical and practical knowledge on the basic level of anesthesia; to interpret and evaluate data using the basic knowledge and skills acquired, to identify and analyze problems, and to take responsibility for the work planned for the solution.
3) To learn the devices used in the field of anesthesia and their usage, to monitor, evaluate and apply current developments.
4) To inform related persons and institutions by using the basic knowledge and skills that they possess in matters related to the field; to be able to communicate suggestions for solutions to problems and problems in writing and orally.
5) To have a critical approach to evaluate the knowledge and skills at the basic level in the field, to determine learning needs and to have lifelong learning consciousness.
6) To contribute in accordance with the social, scientific, cultural and ethical values of the collection, interpretation, application and announcement of the results related to the field.
7) To comply with laws, regulations, legislation, professional ethics rules and quality management processes related to duties, rights and responsibilities.
8) Having sufficient consciousness about individual and public health, patient safety, environmental protection and work safety. 5
9) To be able to work as a team member, to collaborate with different disciplines to solve complex and unforeseen complex problems, and to manage the activities for the development of those who are responsible under a project.
10) By using the basic knowledge that he has, he is able to perform a given task independently.

Learning Activity and Teaching Methods

Expression
Brainstorming/ Six tihnking hats
Lesson
Q&A / Discussion

Assessment & Grading Methods and Criteria

Written Exam (Open-ended questions, multiple choice, true-false, matching, fill in the blanks, sequencing)

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Midterms 1 % 40
Final 1 % 60
total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 40
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 60
total % 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Grading

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 14 3 42
Study Hours Out of Class 15 3 45
Homework Assignments 14 1 14
Quizzes 2 1 2
Midterms 1 1 1
Final 1 1 1
Total Workload 105