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Program of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation (Turkish)

FTR424

EPIDEMIOLOGY, BIOSTATISTICS AND RESEARCH METHODS

Course Code
FTR424
Semester
Seventh Term (Fall)
Theory+Practice
2 + 0
ECTS
2
Course TypeCompulsory Course
Course LevelBachelor's Degree
Year of Study4
SemesterSeventh Term (Fall)
ECTS2
Name of Lecturer(s)
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. To develop comprehensive thinking and problem solving knowledge
  2. To learn the basic principles of epidemiology
  3. Ability to learn basic principles about research techniques
  4. Ability to produce solutions to public health problems in Türkiye and the world
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme ComponentsNone
Course DescriptionIn this course, concepts related to health, disease and epidemiology are discussed. The course aims to gain knowledge and skills regarding research types, research techniques and basic health-related statistical analysis methods.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Types of research
2nd Week General information about research
3rd Week Data collection methods
4th Week Measurement procedures and scales
5th Week Examination of causal relationships
6th Week Sampling
7th Week Midterm exam, general review
8th Week Planning stages and execution of research
9th Week Development of data collection tools and equipment
10th Week Survey method
11th Week Ethical rules in research
12th Week Preparation of data for analysis
13th Week Writing of research report
14th Week Writing of research report
15th Week Evaluation and presentation of research reports
Recommended or Required Reading
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • Questions/Answers
  • Practice
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Mid-term 1 50
Total(%) 50
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 50
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 50
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 10 10
Course hours 14 2 28
Preparation for Midterm exam 1 6 6
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam 1 1 1
Homework
Total Work Load60
Total Work Load / 30 (h)2
ECTS Credit of the Course2
Language of InstructionTurkish
Work Placement(s)No

Programme Qualifications / Learning Outcomes

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K2
K3
K4 X X X X
K5 X X X X
K6