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655-201 Anatomy & Histology of the Eye | |
Note | This subject is only available to BOptom students. |
Credit Points | 12.5 |
HECS Band | 2 |
Coordinator | Dr E L Fletcher |
Prerequisites | Optometry 655-201; biology 600-141 plus 600-142; chemistry 610-006. |
Semester | 1 (view timetable) |
Contact | 24 lectures (two per week), 24 hours of practical and tutorial classes |
Subject Description | This subject covers the detailed anatomy and histology of the eye, orbit and visual pathways. Upon completion of this subject students should comprehend the terminology of histology and cytology; be able to identify and interpret the light and electron microscopic appearance of cells and tissues; the histology of the eye, orbit and visual pathways; the embryological development of the eye; and the neuroanatomy of the visual pathways. A series of lectures will give an introduction to histology and will be supplemented by practical work on examination of histological preparations. A further series of lectures will be given on the histology and detailed anatomy of the eye, orbit and visual pathways with associated practical classes. |
Assessment | A 2-hour written examination at the end of semester (80%) and assessment of practical work (20%). |
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