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2426

OPTOM 316B

: Optometry
2024 Semester Two (1245)
An integrative approach to the scope of optometric practice, addressing both the theoretical basis and clinical practice of the optometric examination, correction of refractive error and dispensing of optical appliances. Topics covered include: visual acuity, visual fields, colour vision, biomicroscopy, ophthalmoscopy, refractive examination, binocular examination, optical correction, lens materials and coatings, history taking, communication skills and clinical problem solving.
Subject: Optometry and Vision Science
Restriction: OPTOM 211, 212, 265, 313, 314, 365, 366 To complete this course students must enrol in OPTOM 316 A and B
2427

OPTOM 316B

: Optometry
2023 Semester Two (1235)
An integrative approach to the scope of optometric practice, addressing both the theoretical basis and clinical practice of the optometric examination, correction of refractive error and dispensing of optical appliances. Topics covered include: visual acuity, visual fields, colour vision, biomicroscopy, ophthalmoscopy, refractive examination, binocular examination, optical correction, lens materials and coatings, history taking, communication skills and clinical problem solving.
Subject: Optometry and Vision Science
Restriction: OPTOM 211, 212, 265, 313, 314, 365, 366 To complete this course students must enrol in OPTOM 316 A and B
2428

OPTOM 316B

: Optometry
2022 Semester Two (1225)
An integrative approach to the scope of optometric practice, addressing both the theoretical basis and clinical practice of the optometric examination, correction of refractive error and dispensing of optical appliances. Topics covered include: visual acuity, visual fields, colour vision, biomicroscopy, ophthalmoscopy, refractive examination, binocular examination, optical correction, lens materials and coatings, history taking, communication skills and clinical problem solving.
Subject: Optometry and Vision Science
Restriction: OPTOM 211, 212, 265, 313, 314, 365, 366 To complete this course students must enrol in OPTOM 316 A and B
2429

OPTOM 316B

: Optometry
2021 Semester Two (1215)
An integrative approach to the scope of optometric practice, addressing both the theoretical basis and clinical practice of the optometric examination, correction of refractive error and dispensing of optical appliances. Topics covered include: visual acuity, visual fields, colour vision, biomicroscopy, ophthalmoscopy, refractive examination, binocular examination, optical correction, lens materials and coatings, history taking, communication skills and clinical problem solving.
Subject: Optometry and Vision Science
Restriction: OPTOM 211, 212, 265, 313, 314, 365, 366 To complete this course students must enrol in OPTOM 316 A and B
2430

OPTOM 316B

: Optometry
2020 Semester Two (1205)
An integrative approach to the scope of optometric practice, addressing both the theoretical basis and clinical practice of the optometric examination, correction of refractive error and dispensing of optical appliances. Topics covered include: visual acuity, visual fields, colour vision, biomicroscopy, ophthalmoscopy, refractive examination, binocular examination, optical correction, lens materials and coatings, history taking, communication skills and clinical problem solving.
Subject: Optometry and Vision Science
Restriction: OPTOM 211, 212, 265, 313, 314, 365, 366 To complete this course students must enrol in OPTOM 316 A and B
2431

OPTOM 345B

: Principles of Ocular Pharmacology
2025 Semester Two (1255)
General principles of pharmacology. Pharmacodynamics. Drug absorption, distribution and metabolism. Mechanism of drug action at receptors. Drugs and their application on ophthalmic practice. The autonomic nervous system: anatomy and physiology. Mechanisms of action of ocular pharmaceutical agents. Principles of pharmacological treatment of ocular disease. Drug interactions. Legislation on use of ocular pharmaceutical agents by optometrists in New Zealand and internationally. Introduction to therapeutic agents in optometric practice. Scope of treatment. Shared care.
Subject: Optometry and Vision Science
Prerequisite: OPTOM 171 or 272
Restriction: OPTOM 245 To complete this course students must enrol in OPTOM 345 A and B
2432

OPTOM 345B

: Principles of Ocular Pharmacology
2024 Semester Two (1245)
General principles of pharmacology. Pharmacodynamics. Drug absorption, distribution and metabolism. Mechanism of drug action at receptors. Drugs and their application on ophthalmic practice. The autonomic nervous system: anatomy and physiology. Mechanisms of action of ocular pharmaceutical agents. Principles of pharmacological treatment of ocular disease. Drug interactions. Legislation on use of ocular pharmaceutical agents by optometrists in New Zealand and internationally. Introduction to therapeutic agents in optometric practice. Scope of treatment. Shared care.
Subject: Optometry and Vision Science
Prerequisite: OPTOM 171 or 272
Restriction: OPTOM 245 To complete this course students must enrol in OPTOM 345 A and B
2433

OPTOM 345B

: Principles of Ocular Pharmacology
2023 Semester Two (1235)
General principles of pharmacology. Pharmacodynamics. Drug absorption, distribution and metabolism. Mechanism of drug action at receptors. Drugs and their application on ophthalmic practice. The autonomic nervous system: anatomy and physiology. Mechanisms of action of ocular pharmaceutical agents. Principles of pharmacological treatment of ocular disease. Drug interactions. Legislation on use of ocular pharmaceutical agents by optometrists in New Zealand and internationally. Introduction to therapeutic agents in optometric practice. Scope of treatment. Shared care.
Subject: Optometry and Vision Science
Prerequisite: OPTOM 171 or 272
Restriction: OPTOM 245 To complete this course students must enrol in OPTOM 345 A and B
2434

OPTOM 345B

: Principles of Ocular Pharmacology
2022 Semester Two (1225)
General principles of pharmacology. Pharmacodynamics. Drug absorption, distribution and metabolism. Mechanism of drug action at receptors. Drugs and their application on ophthalmic practice. The autonomic nervous system: anatomy and physiology. Mechanisms of action of ocular pharmaceutical agents. Principles of pharmacological treatment of ocular disease. Drug interactions. Legislation on use of ocular pharmaceutical agents by optometrists in New Zealand and internationally. Introduction to therapeutic agents in optometric practice. Scope of treatment. Shared care.
Subject: Optometry and Vision Science
Prerequisite: OPTOM 171 or 272
Restriction: OPTOM 245 To complete this course students must enrol in OPTOM 345 A and B
2435

OPTOM 345B

: Principles of Ocular Pharmacology
2021 Semester Two (1215)
General principles of pharmacology. Pharmacodynamics. Drug absorption, distribution and metabolism. Mechanism of drug action at receptors. Drugs and their application on ophthalmic practice. The autonomic nervous system: anatomy and physiology. Mechanisms of action of ocular pharmaceutical agents. Principles of pharmacological treatment of ocular disease. Drug interactions. Legislation on use of ocular pharmaceutical agents by optometrists in New Zealand and internationally. Introduction to therapeutic agents in optometric practice. Scope of treatment. Shared care.
Subject: Optometry and Vision Science
Prerequisite: OPTOM 171 or 272
Restriction: OPTOM 245 To complete this course students must enrol in OPTOM 345 A and B
2436

OPTOM 345B

: Principles of Ocular Pharmacology
2020 Semester Two (1205)
General principles of pharmacology. Pharmacodynamics. Drug absorption, distribution and metabolism. Mechanism of drug action at receptors. Drugs and their application on ophthalmic practice. The autonomic nervous system: anatomy and physiology. Mechanisms of action of ocular pharmaceutical agents. Principles of pharmacological treatment of ocular disease. Drug interactions. Legislation on use of ocular pharmaceutical agents by optometrists in New Zealand and internationally. Introduction to therapeutic agents in optometric practice. Scope of treatment. Shared care.
Subject: Optometry and Vision Science
Prerequisite: OPTOM 171 or 272
Restriction: OPTOM 245 To complete this course students must enrol in OPTOM 345 A and B
2437

OPTOM 353B

: Ocular Pathology
2025 Semester Two (1255)
Pathophysiology of the eye. Histopathology of eye disease. Pathology of orbit, lacrimal system, conjunctiva, cornea, uvea, lens and retina. Developmental anomalies of the eye.
Subject: Optometry and Vision Science
Restriction: OPTOM 251 To complete this course students must enrol in OPTOM 353 A and B
2438

OPTOM 353B

: Ocular Pathology
2024 Semester Two (1245)
Pathophysiology of the eye. Histopathology of eye disease. Pathology of orbit, lacrimal system, conjunctiva, cornea, uvea, lens and retina. Developmental anomalies of the eye.
Subject: Optometry and Vision Science
Restriction: OPTOM 251 To complete this course students must enrol in OPTOM 353 A and B
2439

OPTOM 353B

: Ocular Pathology
2023 Semester Two (1235)
Pathophysiology of the eye. Histopathology of eye disease. Pathology of orbit, lacrimal system, conjunctiva, cornea, uvea, lens and retina. Developmental anomalies of the eye.
Subject: Optometry and Vision Science
Restriction: OPTOM 251 To complete this course students must enrol in OPTOM 353 A and B
2440

OPTOM 353B

: Ocular Pathology
2022 Semester Two (1225)
Pathophysiology of the eye. Histopathology of eye disease. Pathology of orbit, lacrimal system, conjunctiva, cornea, uvea, lens and retina. Developmental anomalies of the eye.
Subject: Optometry and Vision Science
Restriction: OPTOM 251 To complete this course students must enrol in OPTOM 353 A and B
2441

OPTOM 353B

: Ocular Pathology
2021 Semester Two (1215)
Pathophysiology of the eye. Histopathology of eye disease. Pathology of orbit, lacrimal system, conjunctiva, cornea, uvea, lens and retina. Developmental anomalies of the eye.
Subject: Optometry and Vision Science
Restriction: OPTOM 251 To complete this course students must enrol in OPTOM 353 A and B
2442

OPTOM 353B

: Ocular Pathology
2020 Semester Two (1205)
Pathophysiology of the eye. Histopathology of eye disease. Pathology of orbit, lacrimal system, conjunctiva, cornea, uvea, lens and retina. Developmental anomalies of the eye.
Subject: Optometry and Vision Science
Restriction: OPTOM 251 To complete this course students must enrol in OPTOM 353 A and B
2443

OPTOM 375B

: Visual Science 2
2025 Semester Two (1255)
To provide an understanding of visual information processing in human brain. In particular the cortical processing of shape, motion and colour, and development of the visual cortex will be addressed. A problem-oriented approach will develop critical thinking and problem solving skills. Students will acquire the ability to seek, evaluate and retrieve scientific information on which to base their clinical practice.
Subject: Optometry and Vision Science
Restriction: OPTOM 270 To complete this course students must enrol in OPTOM 375 A and B
2444

OPTOM 375B

: Visual Science 2
2024 Semester Two (1245)
To provide an understanding of visual information processing in human brain. In particular the cortical processing of shape, motion and colour, and development of the visual cortex will be addressed. A problem-oriented approach will develop critical thinking and problem solving skills. Students will acquire the ability to seek, evaluate and retrieve scientific information on which to base their clinical practice.
Subject: Optometry and Vision Science
Restriction: OPTOM 270 To complete this course students must enrol in OPTOM 375 A and B
2445

OPTOM 375B

: Visual Science 2
2023 Semester Two (1235)
To provide an understanding of visual information processing in human brain. In particular the cortical processing of shape, motion and colour, and development of the visual cortex will be addressed. A problem-oriented approach will develop critical thinking and problem solving skills. Students will acquire the ability to seek, evaluate and retrieve scientific information on which to base their clinical practice.
Subject: Optometry and Vision Science
Restriction: OPTOM 270 To complete this course students must enrol in OPTOM 375 A and B
2446

OPTOM 375B

: Visual Science 2
2022 Semester Two (1225)
To provide an understanding of visual information processing in human brain. In particular the cortical processing of shape, motion and colour, and development of the visual cortex will be addressed. A problem-oriented approach will develop critical thinking and problem solving skills. Students will acquire the ability to seek, evaluate and retrieve scientific information on which to base their clinical practice.
Subject: Optometry and Vision Science
Restriction: OPTOM 270 To complete this course students must enrol in OPTOM 375 A and B
2447

OPTOM 375B

: Visual Science 2
2021 Semester Two (1215)
To provide an understanding of visual information processing in human brain. In particular the cortical processing of shape, motion and colour, and development of the visual cortex will be addressed. A problem-oriented approach will develop critical thinking and problem solving skills. Students will acquire the ability to seek, evaluate and retrieve scientific information on which to base their clinical practice.
Subject: Optometry and Vision Science
Restriction: OPTOM 270 To complete this course students must enrol in OPTOM 375 A and B
2448

OPTOM 375B

: Visual Science 2
2020 Semester Two (1205)
To provide an understanding of visual information processing in human brain. In particular the cortical processing of shape, motion and colour, and development of the visual cortex will be addressed. A problem-oriented approach will develop critical thinking and problem solving skills. Students will acquire the ability to seek, evaluate and retrieve scientific information on which to base their clinical practice.
Subject: Optometry and Vision Science
Restriction: OPTOM 270 To complete this course students must enrol in OPTOM 375 A and B
2449

OPTOM 392B

: Issues in Optometry 2
2025 Semester Two (1255)
Subject: Optometry and Vision Science
Prerequisite: Permission of Head of School
Restriction: OPTOM 291 To complete this course students must enrol in OPTOM 392 A and B
2450

OPTOM 416B

: Clinical Optometry
2025 Semester Two (1255)
Facilitates the transition from student to professional optometrist. Topics addressed include: structuring the routine optometric examination in a clinical setting, diagnosis and management of disorders of the visual system, case analysis, myopia control, visual ergonomics, vision screening, and visual standards. This course culminates in students examining and managing clients in the public University Clinics under supervision.
Subject: Optometry and Vision Science
Restriction: OPTOM 312, 415 To complete this course students must enrol in OPTOM 416 A and B