DEMOGRAPHIC STRUCTURE AND HEALTH

Course Description

Demographic Structure And Health course will be started by giving the demographic concept and the historical development of the demography. Students will be informed about demographic data, data sources and data collection methods. Turkey and the world to do assessments on population and population policies, factors and criteria that impact on the population, the problems that occur with population growth, population growth rate, birth, death rates will be taught and students will be encouraged to have information about their rating. In addition to these issues, the importance of family planning in terms of women and family health will be emphasized; fertility rates in Turkey and the factors influencing them and will be given information about them on the assessments.

DEMOGRAPHIC STRUCTURE AND HEALTH

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Course Syllabus

Reference Books & Course Materials

1. 01 Weeks, J. R. (2020). Population: An Introduction to Concepts and Issues (13th ed.). Cengage Learning.
2. 02 World Health Organization (WHO). Health Statistics and Information Systems. Retrieved from WHO Official Website
3. 03 United Nations Population Division. (2022). World Population Prospects 2022. Retrieved from UN Population Prospects
4. 04 Turkish Statistical Institute (TURKSTAT). (2024). Official Publications and Statistics. Retrieved from TURKSTAT Official Website

Learning Outcomes

1. L01 to explain and assessment policies of the world population and SOLO 4
2. L02 Recognize demographic data, data sources and data collection methods SOLO 2
3. L03 Explain the basic concepts of creating and maintaining a healthy society SOLO 4
4. L04 Examine the importance of health services SOLO 4
5. L05 Define the main factors related to demography SOLO 2

Program Outcomes

1. P01 Has the theoretical and applied knowledge required by the dietitian profession
2. P02 Uses the knowledge and skills throughout the professional life, in the protection and improvement of individual, family and community health, to prevent and treat the diseases.
3. P03 Provides training and consultancy by using scientific evidence in order to increase the health level and quality of life of the society.
4. P04 Have the ability of learning, critical thinking, problem solving and decision making skills in the field of Nutrition and Dietetics.
5. P05 Uses information technologies and specific technological equipment to the field effectively
6. P06 Maintains personal and professional development with the awareness of lifelong learning.
7. P07 Carries out its profession in accordance with in the line with ethical principles, legal framework and standards.
8. P08 Uses the professional skills in accordance with the fundamental values and culture of the population at national and international statues.
9. P09 Acts in accordance with quality management processes.
10. P10 Takes a role in research, projects and activities in collaborate with the healthcare team and other disciplines.
11. P11 Have the ability to follow information in the professional field and to communicate with colleagues by using Turkish and at least one foreign language.

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