Pharmacy Services
Associate	TR-NQF-HE: Level 5	QF-EHEA: Short Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 5

General Introduction Information of the Course

Course Code:

VSHS113

Course Title:

Medical Laboratory Organization and Principles of Work

Course Semester:

Fall

Ders Kredileri:

Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
2	0	2	3

Language of instruction:

Course Prerequisites:

Does the Course Require Work Experience?:

Type of course:

Departmental 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 :

Dr.Öğr.Üyesi İmdat KILBAŞ

Course Lecturer(s):

Dr.Öğr.Üyesi İrfan AYDIN
Dr.Öğr.Üyesi İmdat KILBAŞ

Course Assistants:

Course Objectives and Content

Course Objectives:

To introduce the organization, functioning, and working principles of medical laboratories and to provide basic knowledge of laboratory processes.

Course Content:

Hierarchy and Basic Concepts in Health Institutions, Medical Laboratory Regulations, Classification of Medical Laboratories, Occupational Health in Medical Laboratories, Safety in Medical Laboratories, Medical Laboratory Workers and Their Roles, Solution Preparation and Calculations, Automation Systems, Sample Acceptance/Rejection Criteria and Sample Working Rules, Medical Laboratories Devices and Equipment Used, Materials Used in Medical Laboratories, Sterilization and Disinfection, Preparation of Technical Specifications, Material Supply, Labeling and Storage.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;

Learning Outcomes

1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) Explains the design, classification, and relevant regulations of medical laboratories.
2) Explains occupational health and safety rules in the laboratory environment.
3) Explains the duties, authorities, and responsibilities of medical laboratory staff.
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
1) Explains sample acceptance and rejection criteria and sample handling procedures.
2) Compares the basic devices, equipment, and materials used in the laboratory and compares sterilization and disinfection processes.
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
Learning Competence
Field Specific Competence
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility

Course Weekly Plan

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Laboratory Design and Rules	Lecture notes
2)	Medical Laboratory Regulation	Lecture notes
3)	Classification of Medical Laboratories	Lecture notes
4)	Occupational Health in Medical Laboratories	Lecture notes
5)	Occupational Safety in Medical Laboratories	Lecture notes
6)	Medical Laboratory Workers and Their Duties	Lecture notes
7)	Midterm Exam	Lecture notes
8)	Solution Preparation and Calculations	Lecture notes
9)	Laboratory Automation Systems	Lecture notes
10)	Sample Acceptance/Rejection Criteria and Sample Working Rules	Lecture notes
11)	Devices and Equipment Used in Medical Laboratories	Lecture notes
12)	Materials Used in Medical Laboratories	Lecture notes
13)	Supply and Storage of Laboratory Consumables	Lecture notes
14)	Sterilization and Disinfection	Lecture notes
15)	Sterilization and Disinfection
16)	Final Exam	Lecture notes

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:	Öğretim Elemanı Ders Notları
References:	Prof. Dr. Selda Demirtaş, Doç. Dr. Murat Can, Yrd. Doç. Dr. Berrak Güven. Tıbbi Laboratuar El Kitabı, Nobel Tıp Kitabevi, 2014. Tıbbi Laboratuvar Yönetmeliği, Resmî Gazete Tarihi: 09.10.2013 Resmî Gazete Sayısı: 28790.

Relationship Between Course and Program Learning Outcomes

Course Learning Outcomes	1	2	3	4	5
Program Outcomes
1) They acquire fundamental, up-to-date, and practical knowledge related to their profession.
2) They gain knowledge about occupational health and safety, environmental awareness, and quality processes.
3) Keeps up with current developments and applications in their profession and uses them effectively.
4) Effectively uses information technologies (software, programs, animation, etc.) related to their profession.
5) Possesses the ability to independently evaluate professional problems and issues using an analytical and critical approach and to propose solutions.
6) They can effectively communicate their thoughts in writing and verbally at the level of knowledge and skills, expressing themselves in a clear manner.
7) Follows developments in their field using a foreign language and communicates with colleagues.
8) They are aware of career management and lifelong learning issues.
9) Possesses social, scientific, cultural, and ethical values in the stages of collecting, applying, and disseminating data related to their field.
10) Knows pharmaceutical raw materials, drug forms, and professional terminology.
11) Possesses knowledge and skills related to the procurement, stock management, storage, and presentation of prescription and over-the-counter drugs, medical products, cosmetic products, medical supplies, and other health-related products.
12) Prepares medications under the supervision of a specialist and provides information on their use.
13) They take responsibility as a team member to solve complex and unforeseen problems encountered in applications related to their field.

Relationship Between Course and Learning Outcome

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Low	3 Medium	4 High	5 Highest

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	They acquire fundamental, up-to-date, and practical knowledge related to their profession.
2)	They gain knowledge about occupational health and safety, environmental awareness, and quality processes.
3)	Keeps up with current developments and applications in their profession and uses them effectively.
4)	Effectively uses information technologies (software, programs, animation, etc.) related to their profession.
5)	Possesses the ability to independently evaluate professional problems and issues using an analytical and critical approach and to propose solutions.
6)	They can effectively communicate their thoughts in writing and verbally at the level of knowledge and skills, expressing themselves in a clear manner.
7)	Follows developments in their field using a foreign language and communicates with colleagues.
8)	They are aware of career management and lifelong learning issues.
9)	Possesses social, scientific, cultural, and ethical values in the stages of collecting, applying, and disseminating data related to their field.
10)	Knows pharmaceutical raw materials, drug forms, and professional terminology.	3
11)	Possesses knowledge and skills related to the procurement, stock management, storage, and presentation of prescription and over-the-counter drugs, medical products, cosmetic products, medical supplies, and other health-related products.
12)	Prepares medications under the supervision of a specialist and provides information on their use.
13)	They take responsibility as a team member to solve complex and unforeseen problems encountered in applications related to their field.

Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

Assessment and Evaluation Methods and Criteria

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Midterms	1	% 50
Final	1	% 50
Total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 50
Total		% 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Calculation

Activities	Number of Activities	Workload
Course Hours	14	28
Study Hours Out of Class	14	42
Midterms	1	2
Final	1	2
Total Workload		74