Course Information
SemesterCourse Unit CodeCourse Unit TitleT+P+LCreditNumber of ECTS CreditsLast Updated Date
3FTR003Breath and Healthy Living2+0+02316.10.2026
Course Details
Language of Instruction Turkish
Level of Course Unit Associate Degree
Department / Program Civil Aviatıon Management
Type of Program Formal Education
Type of Course Unit Elective
Course Delivery Method Face To Face
Objectives of the Course It aims to enable students to gain knowledge about proper breathing techniques, physical activity, and movement awareness—key components of a healthy lifestyle—and to apply this knowledge to enhance their individual health and quality of life.
Course Content The course offers theoretical and practical knowledge aimed at promoting healthy lifestyle habits and enhancing body awareness through proper breathing techniques and basic exercise principles.
Course Methods and Techniques
Prerequisites and co-requisities None
Course Coordinator None
Name of Lecturers Asist Prof.Dr. Karya POLAT https://profil.hku.edu.tr/en/akademik/dr-ogr-uyesi-karya-polat/ karya.polat@hku.edu.tr
Assistants None
Work Placement(s) No

Recommended or Required Reading
Resources Physical Activity and Health: The Evidence Explained - Adrianne E. Hardman, David J. Stensel


Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Activities are given in detail in the section of "Assessment Methods and Criteria" and "Workload Calculation"

Assessment Methods and Criteria
In-Term Studies Quantity Percentage
Attendance 28 % 50
Final examination 1 % 50
Total
29
% 100

 
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration Total Work Load
Course Duration 14 2 28
Hours for off-the-c.r.stud 14 4 56
Final examination 1 1 1
Total Work Load   Number of ECTS Credits 3 85

 
Course Learning Outcomes: Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
NoLearning Outcomes
1 It explains the link between healthy living and correct breathing techniques and basic exercises, and applies this knowledge in everyday life.
2 Exercise awareness fosters body awareness regarding the link between physical activity, mobility and aerobic capacity, and a healthy lifestyle.

 
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
WeekTopicsStudy MaterialsMaterials
1 İntroduction
2 What is a healthy lifestyle? The role of breathing and movement
3 The importance of exercise and physical activity
4 Correct and incorrect breathing habits
5 Use of the diaphragm: Correct breathing techniques
6 Use of the diaphragm: Correct breathing techniques (practical)
7 Breathing and stress management: The psychological effects of breathing
8 The contribution of breathing to the quality of social and academic life
9 Practical assessment (Assessment I)
10 Practical assessment (Assessment I)
11 Exercise apps and exercise schedule tracking
12 Exercise apps and exercise schedule tracking
13 Practical assessment (Assessment II)
14 Practical assessment (Assessment II)

 
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
C1
C2

  Contribution: 1: Very Slight 2:Slight 3:Moderate 4:Significant 5:Very Significant