OPB452 Ocular Anatomy and Physiology 4
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| Unit code: | OPB452 |
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| Prerequisite(s): | OPB352 |
| Corequisite(s): | OPB351 |
| Credit points: | 12 |
| Timetable | Details in HiQ, if available |
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| CSP student contribution | $1,118 |
| Domestic tuition unit fee | $4,104 |
| International unit fee | $4,956 |
Unit Outline: Semester 2 2024, Kelvin Grove, Internal
| Unit code: | OPB452 |
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| Credit points: | 12 |
| Pre-requisite: | OPB352 |
| Co-requisite: | OPB351 |
| Coordinator: | Katrina Schmid | k.schmid@qut.edu.au |
Overview
This is a continuation of OPB352 Ocular Anatomy and Physiology 3. The unit covers the anatomy and physiology of skull and orbit, the retina, neural pathways, extraocular muscles, eye movements, vasculature, neurophysiology of vision and an introduction to electrophysiological techniques. Understanding the underlying ocular anatomy and physiology is fundamental to the interpretation of vision assessment, other clinical measures and ocular disease processes. This unit will provide students with a detailed knowledge of the structures both internal and external to the eye that are involved in the production of clear, single vision and its perception.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit you will be able to:
- Have a detailed knowledge of the structure of the eye and surrounding tissues from a functional perspective.
- Have a detailed knowledge of the underlying physiological processes involved in visual processing.
- Be able to detect the difference between a normal and diseased eye and normal and abnormal visual function.
- Have further developed your skills in working in groups, information retrieval and analysis, and scientific writing.
Content
This course continues on from Ocular Anatomy and Physiology 3. It covers the structural organization of the eye, the orbit and the visual pathways. Both gross and micro-anatomical (histological) aspects of these structures will be discussed. Emphasis will be placed on: retinal processing and relay of visual information to the visual cortex, eye movements, cranial nerves, blood supply to the eye, and electrophysiology.
Together with OPB352 Ocular Anatomy and Physiology 3, the ocular anatomy and physiology units develop fundamental and core knowledge required for later learning in diseases of the eye and therapeutic management, as well as clinical techniques for evaluating ocular health. They provide the necessary fundamental understanding that aligns with the patient examination competency standard elements 3.3 Assesses the ocular adnexa and the eye, 3.4 Assesses central and peripheral sensory visual function and the integrity of the visual pathways, 3.6 Assesses oculomotor and binocular function; and the diagnosis and management competency standard elements 4.9 Prescribes pharmacological and other regimens to treat ocular disease and injury which are further developed in later stages of the program. (Kiely and Slater 2015)
Learning Approaches
A formal lecture series will be integrated with a practical program. Practical exercises will reinforce material presented in lectures. Practical tasks, clinical tools and computer based activities will be used.
Feedback on Learning and Assessment
Short quizzes will be posted to Canvas or other online platforms so students can assess their own learning. Feedback on assessment items will be given. The lecture material will be presented online and supported by face-to-face sessions.
Assessment
Overview
Students will develop knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the eye, a particular discipline area that informs the detection of pathology and understanding of how the eye functions (Objectives 1, 2, 3; Assessment 1, 2, 3). Students will enhance their communication skills by writing an assignment (Objective 4; Assessment 1, 2). The information for the assignments will come from a number of sources and that information will be critically evaluated, this will develop the students' capacity to be life-long learners (Objective 4; Assessment 1, 2).
Satisfactory performance in each of the assessment items is a condition for passing this unit. This means that at least 50% must be obtained on the end of semester examination for a passing grade to be awarded. The Faculty of Health Threshold Assessment Policy will apply where student performance in an assessment item is unsatisfactory.
Unit Grading Scheme
7- point scale
Assessment Tasks
Assessment: Practicals
The assessment will include leading the practical exercise, giving a short introduction to the task, assisting fellow students, discussing the findings at the end of the practical and completing questions relevant to the practical topic. Quizzes will be held at the end of the practical classes and will include multiple choice and short answer questions assessing your knowledge of the structure and function of the eye and surrounding tissues, underlying physiological processes in normal and diseased eyes.
Assessment: Practical skill assessment
Face-to-face assessment to show understanding of key anatomical and physiological concepts.
Threshold Assessment:
This assessment task must be completed to a satisfactory level.
Assessment: Examination (Theory)
Two hour end of semester examination testing knowledge of the structure of the eye from a functional perspective and your ability to detect the difference between a normal and diseased eye and their visual function.
Threshold Assessment:
This assessment task must be completed to a satisfactory level.
Academic Integrity
Students are expected to engage in learning and assessment at QUT with honesty, transparency and fairness. Maintaining academic integrity means upholding these principles and demonstrating valuable professional capabilities based on ethical foundations.
Failure to maintain academic integrity can take many forms. It includes cheating in examinations, plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion, and submitting an assessment item completed by another person (e.g. contract cheating). It can also include providing your assessment to another entity, such as to a person or website.
You are encouraged to make use of QUT’s learning support services, resources and tools to assure the academic integrity of your assessment. This includes the use of text matching software that may be available to assist with self-assessing your academic integrity as part of the assessment submission process.
Further details of QUT’s approach to academic integrity are outlined in the Academic integrity policy and the Student Code of Conduct. Breaching QUT’s Academic integrity policy is regarded as student misconduct and can lead to the imposition of penalties ranging from a grade reduction to exclusion from QUT.
Resources
Resource Materials
Recommended text(s)
Remington, L.A. (2012), Clinical Anatomy and Physiology of the Visual System, St Louis: Elsevier/Butterworth-Heinemann
Reference book(s)
Bron, A.J., Tripathi, R.C., Tripathi, B.F. (2001) Wolff's Anatomy of the Eye and Orbit (8th edition) , London: Chapman and Hall Medical.
Kaufman, P.L., Alm, A. (2011) Adler's Physiology of the Eye: Clinical Application (10th edition) , St Louis: Mosby (library E book)
Oyster, C.W . (1999) The Human Eye: structure and function, Sunderland, Mass.: Sinauer Associates.
Risk Assessment Statement
There are no out of the ordinary risks associated with this unit.
Standards/Competencies
This unit is designed to support your development of the following standards\competencies.
Entry-Level Competency Standards for Optometry 2014
1: Professional Responsibilities
Relates to: Practicals
3: Patient Examination
Relates to: Practicals, Practical skill assessment, Examination (Theory)
Course Learning Outcomes
This unit is designed to support your development of the following course/study area learning outcomes.OP45 Bachelor of Vision Science
- Theoretical knowledge in optometry and vision science, introductory clinical and technical skills
Relates to: Examination (Theory) - Apply critical thinking and knowledge of vision science, ocular anatomy and clinical methods to generate solutions in clinical and scientific settings
Relates to: Examination (Theory) - Apply clinical or technical skills to conduct a safe and effective assessment, data collection, experimental protocol
Relates to: Practicals, Practical skill assessment