Handbook 1996 : Faculty of Science (Volume 4 page 219)
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Credit points: 10.0
Coordinator: Dr A J Vingrys
Prerequisite: Physiology 536-202, Principles of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 521-201, Human Visual Functions 655-221
Contact: 26 lectures (2 per week)
Timetable: Second semester
Objectives:
On completion of this subject, students will:
- have a thorough understanding of the physiological and biochemical mechanisms that maintain the integrity of the eye and underlie the transmission of visual information in the visual pathways.
Content:
Vegetative physiology and biochemistry of tears, the cornea, the lens and vitreous. The metabolism of the retina. Disruptions of normal chemistry in disorders of the tear film, loss of corneal transparency and cataract.
Assessment:
A two hour written examination at the end of the semester.
Prescribed texts:
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Handbook 1996 : Faculty of Science (Volume 4 page 219)
Status: Official 1996 Date created: Oct 10 1995 Last modified: Oct 10 1995 Authorised by: Academic Registrar Email enquiries: Course_Information@registrar.unimelb.edu.au
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