Information Package

Program of Oral and Dental Health

SHMY266

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY

Course Code
SHMY266
Semester
-
Theory+Practice
2 + 0
ECTS
3
Course TypeElective Course
Course LevelAssociate Degree
Year of Study-
Semester-
ECTS3
Name of Lecturer(s) -
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. Define the basic principles, theoretical models, and application areas of occupational therapy, select and justify the appropriate theoretical model based on a given clinical case.
  2. Assess an individual's motor, cognitive, sensory, and psychosocial functions; conduct an activity analysis based on the findings; and develop an individualized intervention plan with measurable goals.
  3. Implement interventions such as environmental modification, activity adaptation, and assistive equipment selection; evaluate the impact of the intervention on the individual's participation in daily life and revise the plan as necessary.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme ComponentsNone
Course DescriptionThis course aims to teach the fundamental principles and theoretical models of occupational therapy, focusing on the assessment of individuals motor, cognitive, sensory, and psychosocial functions, as well as activity analysis, individualized intervention planning, environmental modification, and evaluation of the impact of assistive device use on participation in daily living.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Aging process and introduction to occupational therapy
2nd Week Principles of functional assessment in older adults
3rd Week Activity analysis and activity adaptation
4th Week Geriatric applications of theoretical models
5th Week Interventions for musculoskeletal and motor functions
6th Week Occupational therapy in neurological conditions
7th Week Support of cognitive functions
8th Week Midterm exam
9th Week Sensory integration and sensory-based interventions
10th Week Psychosocial functioning and mental health approaches
11th Week Environmental adaptation and home modifications
12th Week Occupational therapy in chronic diseases
13th Week Community participation and social activity planning
14th Week Collaboration with caregivers and education
15th Week Public holiday
16th Week Case analysis, practical applications, and overall evaluation
Recommended or Required ReadingBumin, G., Akel, B.?S., & Öksüz, Ç. (2019). Ergoterapi teorileri, modelleri ve uygulama. İstanbul, Türkiye: Hipokrat Kitabevi.
Turpin, M.J., Garcia, J., & Iwama, M.?K. (2023). Using occupational therapy models in practice (2nd ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Elsevier.
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • Discussion
  • Questions/Answers
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Mid-term 1 40
Assignment 1 60
Total(%) 100
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 100
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 0
Total(%) 100
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Midterm exam 1 1 1
Preparation for Quiz
Individual or group work 14 2 28
Preparation for Final exam
Course hours 14 2 28
Preparation for Midterm exam 1 20 20
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam
Homework 1 15 15
Total Work Load92
Total Work Load / 30 (h)3.06
ECTS Credit of the Course3
Language of InstructionEnglish
Work Placement(s)No
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