Overview
This topic covers the physiology of the visual sense. The normal development of the eye and changes with age. The integration of neural and motor control of eye-movements and our ability to control focus and a clear image under different lighting conditions. The cortical structure and processing of visual information … For more content click the Read More button below.
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Aims
This topic aims to enable students to apply knowledge and understanding to the functional and structural relationships of the visual system that control the normal visual system.
Learning outcomes
On completion of this topic you will be expected to be able to:
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Give a detailed description of the normal development of vision
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Work collaboratively on problem solving
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Understand the relationships between ocular structure and function
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Apply your knowledge of the visual system to optometric practice
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Critically discuss and evaluate concepts related to normal visual function
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Self reflect on your contribution to the collaborative problem solving process
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