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| Unit | ABDİ SÜTCÜ HEALTH SERVICES VOCATIONAL SCHOOL |
| Code | SHS167 |
| Name | Sterilization and Disinfection |
| Term | 2026-2027 Academic Year |
| Semester | 1. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 2-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 3 ECTS |
| National Credit | 2 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Ön Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | VK Vocational Knowledge Courses E Elective |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Dr. Öğr. Üyesi PINAR ETİZ |
| Course Instructor |
The current term course schedule has not been prepared yet.
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Course Goal / Objective
The aim is to provide associate degree students with the fundamental principles and methods of sterilization and disinfection processes; to enable them to acquire scientific knowledge on the control of microorganisms, breaking the chain of infection, and preventing infections. Within the scope of the course, it is intended that students gain knowledge about different sterilization and disinfection techniques and comprehend the importance of infection control in healthcare services.
Course Content
Course contents includes Genel principles of of sterilization and disinfection of medical equipment, Sterilization and disinfection methods, The importance of the effectiveness of disinfectants on microorganisms, Resistance to antiseptic and disinfectant substances,Disinfection, sterilization policies, Sterilization and disinfection practices in operating rooms, Sterilization and disinfection practices in intensive care units, Sterilization and disinfection practices in emergency departments, The organization of an ideal sterilization unit in hospital
Course Precondition
None
Resources
1- Medical Microbiology; Murray, Rosenthal, Pfaller; 7th Ed; Elsevier Saunders; 2013 2- Dezenfeksiyon Antisepsi Sterilizasyon Rehberi, 2019. ed, Duygu PERÇİN RENDERS, Dilek Yeşim METİN, ISBN: 978-605-80145-0-3
Notes
Lecturer Notes
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Explains the terms related to sterilisation and disinfection. |
| LO02 | Prepares medical materials for disinfection and sterilisation, determines the choice of method. |
| LO03 | List disinfectant and antiseptic agents according to their mechanism of action |
| LO04 | Determines the principles of application of disinfectants and antiseptics. |
| LO05 | Lists the points to be considered before sterilisation. |
| LO06 | Defines sterilisation methods and usage areas. |
| LO07 | Determines how sterilisation and disinfection control should be done. |
| LO08 | Explains how sterile materials should be stored and protected. |
| LO09 | Understands hand hygiene and hand washing technique. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explains the basic structure and function of human mouth-teeth. | |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Lists the basic features of applications to the mouth region. | |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Describe basic information about disinfection, sterilization and hygiene | 5 |
| PLO04 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Recognize the tools and equipment used in the clinic. | |
| PLO05 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Uses information about tool maintenance and protection | |
| PLO06 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Counts the preparation steps of the unit before the examination and treatment of the patient. | |
| PLO07 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Applies four-handed the work rules. | |
| PLO08 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Prepares the study area by using basic knowledge and skills related to the applications. | |
| PLO09 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | It provides sterilization and disinfection of used tools. | 5 |
| PLO10 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | It will follow the patient's appointment. | |
| PLO11 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Prepares the work area and patient before application. | |
| PLO12 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | It assists the dentist in a way that allows the dentist to perform four-handed work. | |
| PLO13 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Prepare the materials used during dental treatments. It makes disinfection and sterilization of the instruments used. | 5 |
| PLO14 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Patient fills appointment, follow-up and laboratory forms. Controls materials relating to the patient and transmit them to the laboratory expert | |
| PLO15 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | It is a periodic calibration and maintenance of instruments used and provides the most efficient way to work. | |
| PLO16 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | It determines the shortcomings of clinical and requests for materials required. | |
| PLO17 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Provides the most appropriate and fast coordination between patient and physician when necessary. | |
| PLO18 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | After graduation, he / she critically evaluates the information he / she learned with his / her own knowledge. | |
| PLO19 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Professional and colleagues as having ethical responsibility, communicates with healthy patients and physicians will use the qualification to follow developments in the field and at least one foreign language to communicate with colleagues. | |
| PLO20 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Take measures relating to health and safety in the work environment. Follows the technological developments. | 2 |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction and Basic Concepts:Definitions of sterilization, disinfection, antisepsis, asepsis, and decontamination. | Sources and prepare lecture notes issue | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Beyin Fırtınası |
| 2 | Principles of Microbial Control:Microbial resistance mechanisms and factors affecting the efficacy of control methods. | Sources and prepare lecture notes issue | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Beyin Fırtınası |
| 3 | Physical Methods - Heat Sterilization:Moist heat (Autoclave) and Dry heat (Pasteur oven/Incineration) principles. | Sources and prepare lecture notes issue | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Örnek Olay |
| 4 | Autoclave Operation and Parameters:Phases of pressurized steam sterilization, loading rules, and device maintenance. | Sources and prepare lecture notes issue | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Örnek Olay |
| 5 | Filtration and Radiation Methods:Filtration of heat-sensitive substances, UV and Gamma radiation sterilization. | Sources and prepare lecture notes issue | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 6 | Chemical Sterilization and Disinfection:Ethylene Oxide (EO), Hydrogen Peroxide Plasma, and liquid chemical sterilants. | Sources and prepare lecture notes issue | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 7 | Classification of Disinfectants:High, intermediate, and low-level disinfectants; spectrum of activity and usage areas. | Sources and prepare lecture notes issue | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Sources and prepare lecture notes issue | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 9 | Antiseptics and Hand Hygiene:Agents used in skin antisepsis; standards for surgical and social hand washing. | Sources and prepare lecture notes issue | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 10 | Monitoring of Sterilization (Validation):Implementation of physical, chemical (indicators), and biological (spore-based) controls. | Sources and prepare lecture notes issue | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 11 | Central Sterile Supply Department (CSSD):CSSD workflow: Soiled, clean, and sterile zone concepts; packaging techniques. | Sources and prepare lecture notes issue | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 12 | Preparation of Lab Equipment:Cleaning and preparation of glassware, culture media, and medical devices before sterilization. | Sources and prepare lecture notes issue | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 13 | Medical Waste Management:Classification, collection, storage, and disposal methods of medical waste. | Sources and prepare lecture notes issue | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 14 | Healthcare-Associated Infections (HAI):Role of sterilization in preventing nosocomial infections and biosafety levels. | Sources and prepare lecture notes issue | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Örnek Olay |
| 15 | Quality Management:Documentation of sterilization records, validation processes | Sources and prepare lecture notes issue | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Örnek Olay |
| 16 | Term Exams | Sources and prepare lecture notes issue | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 17 | Term Exams | Sources and prepare lecture notes issue | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 72 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 2,88 | ||
| ECTS | 3 ECTS | ||