Course Objectives: |
Students will be able to recognize the risks they may encounter in both daily life and business life, take precautions and thus prevent work accidents and occupational diseases. |
Course Content: |
Definition, importance and purpose of occupational safety, basic principles of occupational safety, economic aspect, occupational diseases, occupational hygiene, working environment, ergonomics, risk factors, personal protective equipment, OHS in healthcare, legal regulations. |
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Related Preparation |
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OHS Definition, Historical Development, Importance and Purpose |
Lecture notes and other resources |
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OHS Terminology, OHS Approach |
Lecture notes and other resources |
3) |
OHS Basic Principles, OHS Economic Aspect (Material Losses) |
Lecture notes and other resources |
4) |
Health Surveillance, Occupational Diseases, Occupational Hygiene |
Lecture notes and other resources |
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Ergonomics |
Lecture notes and other resources |
6) |
Office Ergonomics, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) |
Lecture notes and other resources |
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Fire, Emergency Plans, Health and Safety Signs, OHS in the Working Environment |
Lecture notes and other resources |
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1st MIDTERM EXAM WEEK |
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9) |
OHS in Health Services |
Lecture notes and other resources |
10) |
Risk Analysis and Assessment |
Lecture notes and other resources |
11) |
Sample OHS Practices |
Lecture notes and other resources |
12) |
Sample OHS Practices |
Lecture notes and other resources |
13) |
Sample OHS Practices |
Lecture notes and other resources |
14) |
Sample OHS Practices |
Lecture notes and other resources |
15) |
FINAL WEEK |
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Program Outcomes |
Level of Contribution |
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Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science, and related engineering discipline; ability to use theoretical and practical knowledge in these areas in complex engineering problems. |
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An ability to detect, identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; the ability to select and apply appropriate analysis and modelling methods for this purpose. |
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An ability to design a complex system, process, device, or product to meet specific requirements under realistic constraints and conditions; the ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. |
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An ability to develop, select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems in engineering applications. |
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An ability to use information technologies effectively. |
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6) |
Ability to design, conduct experiments, collect data, analyse, and interpret results to investigate complex engineering problems or discipline-specific research topics. |
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7) |
Ability to work effectively in disciplinary and multidisciplinary teams; ability to work individually. |
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8) |
Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written Turkish. |
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9) |
Knowledge of at least one foreign language. |
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10) |
Ability to write effective reports and understand written reports, to prepare design and production reports, to make effective presentations, to give clear and understandable instructions. |
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Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; ability to access information, follow developments in science and technology and ability to renew themselves. |
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