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Program of Graphic Design

GRA154

OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY

Course Code
GRA154
Semester
Second Term (Spring)
Theory+Practice
2 + 0
ECTS
2
Course TypeCompulsory Course
Course LevelBachelor's Degree
Year of Study1
SemesterSecond Term (Spring)
ECTS2
Name of Lecturer(s)
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. Able to define the concepts and terminology of occupational health and safety.
  2. Able to evaluate the perception of occupational health and safety and know its basic objectives.
  3. Able to explain the general overview of occupational health and safety and gain knowledge about occupational safety legislation.
  4. Will acquire the basic knowledge of occupational health and safety needed in working life.
  5. Will know about national and international organizations in occupational health and safety and comprehend their importance in working life.
  6. Will know the causes of occupational accidents and diseases and the methods for prevention.
  7. Will be able to define and evaluate risks and hazards in working life.
  8. Will grasp the fundamentals and necessity of risk assessment.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme Components
Course DescriptionThis course introduces the principles and regulations of occupational health and safety, with a focus on creating safe working environments in creative industries. It equips students with knowledge about workplace hazards, risk prevention, and emergency protocols relevant to design studios and production settings.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week The historical development of occupational health and safety
2nd Week The importance, concept, purpose of occupational health and safety, and modern OHS practices
3rd Week National and international organizations related to occupational health and safety and OHS services
4th Week The concept of safety and culture, safety climate, and the importance of organizational safety
5th Week The concepts of hazard and risk, risk analysis and evaluation processes
6th Week Workplace risk factors and protection methods (physical risks)
7th Week Chemical and biological risks and protection methods
8th Week Ergonomic risks and protection methods
9th Week Psychosocial risks and protection methods
10th Week Personal protective equipment and their characteristics, protection policies
11th Week Health and safety signs
12th Week Occupational accidents and diseases
13th Week Emergency management and plans
14th Week General review and course evaluation
Recommended or Required ReadingThe materials to be used for the course will be provided and recommended by the instructors.
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • Questions/Answers
  • Presentation
  • Ödev
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Mid-term 1 40
Total(%) 40
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 40
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 60
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 1 14
Preparation for Final exam 1 12 12
Course hours 14 2 28
Preparation for Midterm exam 1 6 6
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam 1 2 2
Homework
Total Work Load63
Total Work Load / 30 (h)2.1
ECTS Credit of the Course2
Language of InstructionTurkish
Work Placement(s)No

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