Orthopedic Prosthetics Orthotics

General Information

The aim of the program is train competent prosthetics and orthotics technicians who can design, manufacture, and apply prosthetic devices that replace the lost limbs and restore their functions for individuals who lost limbs due to various reasons. Moreover, the prosthetics and orthotics technicians contribute to the clinical decision-making process in orthotic applications that help reduce pain, improve function, correct deformities, and provide support for musculoskeletal and nervous system conditions.

Education

Over the course of 2-year curriculum designed in line with the higher education criteria, the training offers an interaction learning process which consists of basic health and engineering science courses, theoretical and applied prosthetics and orthotics courses and clinical internship trainings.

Facilities

The Prosthetics and Orthotics Center, operating under the EMU Health Sciences Faculty, is the only center that offers academic services to patients within the scope of the protocol signed with TRNC Ministry of Health. This unique aspect distinguishes it from similar programs in the country, making it a pioneer both academically and in terms of infrastructure. The center provides students with a practical learning environment and, through collaborations with institutions in Türkiye specializing in prosthetics and orthotics education and services, offers them the opportunity to study in a multidisciplinary setting.

Career Opportunities

With continuous advancements in technology, the field of prosthetics and orthotics is constantly evolving, creating a demand for prosthetics and orthotics technicians who can apply scientific techniques and compete internationally. Graduates have career opportunities in public and private hospitals with prosthetics and orthotics workshops, universities, and specialized private laboratories. They can also pursue their careers by starting their own businesses.

Contact

Tel: +90 392 630 2172
Fax: +90 392 365 3940
E-mail: sbf@emu.edu.tr
Web: http://sbf.emu.edu.t

Please contact to department and/or faculty for detailed information about courses.

Ref.	Course Code	Course Title	Lec.	Lab	Tut.	Credit	ECTS
Semester 1
KF111	PROT101	Introduction to Prosthesis	3	-	-	3	5
KF112	PROT103	Material information	2	-	-	2	4
KF113	FZTR151	Introduction to Anatomy	2	-	2	3	6
KF114	FZTR152	Introduction to Physiology	2	-	-	2	3
KF115	SGBL105	Deontology and Ethics in Health Sciences	2	-	-	2	4
KF116	FIZK105	Basic Physics	2	2	-	2	3
KF117	ENGL161	Basic English - I	3	-	1	3	6
Semester 2
KF121	PROT102	Introduction to Orthosis	3	-	-	3	5
KF122	PROT104	Basic Biomechanics	3	-	-	3	5
KF123	FZTR221	Introduction to Kinesiology	2	-	-	2	3
KF124	HMSR163	Basic First Aid	2	-	-	2	3
KF125	ITEC115	Introduction to Computers	2	-	2	3	3
KF126	ENGL162	Basic English - II	3	-	1	3	6
KF127	UE01	University Elective - I	3	-	-	3	4
Semester 3
KF131	PROT200	Summer Training	-	-	-	-	-
KF132	PROT201	Prosthetic Applications	2	-	2	4	6
KF133	PROT203	Orthotics Applications	2	-	2	4	6
KF134	PROT205	Prosthetic Technologies	2	-	-	2	3
KF135	PROT207	Orthotics Technologies	2	-	-	2	3
KF136	FZTR262	Basic Public Health	2	-	-	2	4
KF137	UE02	University Elective - II	3	-	-	3	4
KF138	AE01	Area Elective - I	3	-	-	3	3
Semester 4
KF141	PROT202	Clinical Internship	1	-	16	10	19
KF142	PROT204	Spinal Orthoses	2	-	2	3	6
KF143	HIST280	Atatürk's Principles and History of Turkish Reforms	2	-	-	2	3
KF144	AE02	Area Elective - II	3	-	-	3	3

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