Optometry

This course provides an opportunity for optometry students to work with individual faculty mentors on projects of variable scope. Included activities could be library, laboratory, clinical, and/or survey-type research or other activities agreed on between the student and mentor and approved by the appropriate department chair.

These courses serve to enhance the mastery of optometry knowledge, skills, techniques, and concepts. A course in this sequence may be assigned by the Student Promotion and Graduation Committee to a student who has been academically decelerated after receiving a non-passing grade in a required course within the Doctor of Optometry curriculum. The course is assigned for 1-12 credit hours during the quarter in which the student repeats the failed course. The assigned course will include content previously completed that is deemed critical for success in the Doctor of Optometry curriculum. This is a pass/fail course; letter grades are not assigned. The student who fails to successfully complete the assigned Optometry Competency course will be referred to the Student Promotion and Graduation Committee and may be dismissed from the college.

This course allows students to pursue their special interests. This may include writing of abstracts or a review of current vision science literature. This may be repeated for credit with permission of the instructor.

This course allows students to understand and apply test-taking strategies in order to increase their success in professional studies.

This is a review course designed to assist students in identifying topic areas that require additional study in preparation for licensing exams.

This course will present various approaches in the evaluation, treatment, and management of patients with ocular surface disease. The utilization of diagnostic testing and the process in selection of appropriate treatment(s) will be introduced. Components of a dry eye evaluation will be discussed including diagnosis, dry eye consultation, home therapy considerations, pharmaceutical interventions, contact lens considerations, procedural heat and light therapy, and surgical approaches.

This course will enhance basic corneal topography and gas permeable (GP) contact lens principles with advanced topics, such as: simulated fluorescein patterns, toric and multifocal corneal GPs, scleral lenses with toric and multifocal options, and standard and dual axis orthokeratology (ortho-K).

This course will review the most common ocular conditions affecting the anterior and posterior segments of the eye in the pediatric population. In addition, common developmental syndromes will be reviewed. The etiology, epidemiology, diagnosis, and management are presented for each condition. Additionally, how these diseases impact various aspects of the child's quality of life including specific medications, educational services, and the interdisciplinary care involved.

Individualized supervised clinical experiences to enhance the examination skills of students are the focus of this course. This course may be repeated for credit.

This course emphasizes the vocabulary associated with the optometric examination. Students are expected to develop basic communication skills in Spanish. This course is intended for students with minimal knowledge of the Spanish language.

This course presents the basics of sports vision evaluation and therapy. The steps involved in performing a comprehensive sports vision examination as well as techniques to evaluate sports-related visual performance will be introduced. Different considerations for sports vision will be discussed, including refractive compensation, prevention and management of ocular injury, assessment and remediation of functional vision inefficiencies, vision enhancement training techniques, and sports vision consultation.

This course explores the visual and ocular effects that occur as a result of acquired traumatic brain injury. The mechanism of the neurological and visual presentation following acquired brain injury is discussed, including primary and secondary injury. The course will explore imaging and electrodiagnostics as diagnostic tools and will cover the staging and implementation of various optometric management and treatment rationales with an emphasis on interdisciplinary care.

This independent asynchronous virtual course aims to provide an in-depth understanding of the essential principles and practices of optometric billing and coding, including specialty optometric services. Upon completion of this course, students will be equipped with a comprehensive understanding of optometric services, including medical coding systems, insurance protocols, compliance and regulations, documentation best practices, reimbursement strategies, and practical application in the field of optometric billing and coding.

Individualized supervised clinical experiences to enhance the examination skills of students are the focus of this course. This course may be repeated for credit.

These courses are the first three in the Clinical Optometry sequence introducing the theory and procedures of comprehensive eye examinations. This includes instrumentation, examination methods and protocols, psychophysical techniques, appropriate patient communication, and recording of findings of various examination techniques commonly used in preliminary testing and visual function. Students are introduced to and participate in patient care and community vision screening during this sequence.

This course introduces students to ethical theories and principles and how to apply them to situations they may encounter in healthcare. Students will learn about ethical issues involving topics such as technology, confidentiality, and professional relationships. Ethical standards expected of them as graduate students and as optometrists will be discussed.

These courses are the first three in the Clinical Optometry sequence introducing the theory and procedures of comprehensive eye examinations. This includes instrumentation, examination methods and protocols, psychophysical techniques, appropriate patient communication, and recording of findings of various examination techniques commonly used in preliminary testing and visual function. Students are introduced to and participate in patient care and community vision screening during this sequence.

This course presents the basis of monocular vision and includes light and dark adaptation, spatial and temporal resolution, and color vision. Students will learn about striate and extra-striate cortex, and also gross electrical potentials and photometry. This will help students to understand different electrodiagnostic and imaging techniques such as visual evoked potentials (VEP) and MRI. Furthermore, they will learn about different psychophysical methods (e.g., signal detection theory). In addition, an overview of human visual development will also be discussed.

These courses are the first three in the Clinical Optometry sequence introducing the theory and procedures of comprehensive eye examinations. This includes instrumentation, examination methods and protocols, psychophysical techniques, appropriate patient communication, and recording of findings of various examination techniques commonly used in preliminary testing and visual function. Students are introduced to and participate in patient care and community vision screening during this sequence.

The course sequence provides an introduction to the qualitative and quantitative characterization of the behavior of light and optical systems as related to optometry.

The course sequence provides an introduction to the qualitative and quantitative characterization of the behavior of light and optical systems as related to optometry.

The course sequence provides an introduction to the qualitative and quantitative characterization of the behavior of light and optical systems as related to optometry.

This course sequence enters into detailed discussion of microscopic and gross ocular anatomy. It describes the physiology and pathophysiology of the ocular tissues and units of the eye. Students will gain an understanding of the interrelationships between ocular histology and physiology with pharmacology and pathophysiology.

This course sequence enters into detailed discussion of microscopic and gross ocular anatomy. It describes the physiology and pathophysiology of the ocular tissues and units of the eye. Students will gain an understanding of the interrelationships between ocular histology and physiology with pharmacology and pathophysiology.

The course will present the diagnosis and management of heterophoric, accommodative, and eye movement disorders. Advanced clinical testing and interpretation of findings will be discussed for proper diagnosis of these conditions. Students will gain an understanding of different treatment options including lenses, prisms, and vision therapy. Additionally, optometric therapies for enhancement of sports-related visual skills will also be introduced.

This course sequence covers signs and symptoms, pathophysiology, clinical course, differential diagnosis, treatment, and management of ocular diseases of the anterior and posterior segment of the eye and ocular adnexa.

This course sequence covers signs and symptoms, pathophysiology, clinical course, differential diagnosis, treatment, and management of ocular diseases of the anterior and posterior segment of the eye and ocular adnexa.

This course prepares the optometry student to perform ophthalmic surgical procedures of the anterior segment of the eye (biopsy, chalazion injections, incisions, and curettage). Topics will include pertinent medical-legal issues and informed consent, pharmacology of local anesthesia, surgical instruments, emergency surgical procedures, asepsis, infection control, and biohazard disposal. Post-operative wound care and complications will also be discussed.

This course sequence focuses on the pharmacology of diagnostic and therapeutic agents. Specific topics include pharmacokinetics of the eye, use of autonomic agents, anti-allergic, anti-inflammatory and anti-infectious agents, and agents used to treat glaucoma. In addition, ocular effects of systemic medications will be presented.

This course sequence focuses on the pharmacology of diagnostic and therapeutic agents. Specific topics include pharmacokinetics of the eye, use of autonomic agents, anti-allergic, anti-inflammatory and anti-infectious agents, and agents used to treat glaucoma. In addition, ocular effects of systemic medications will be presented.

These courses are the last three in the Clinical Optometry sequence introducing theory and procedures of comprehensive eye examinations. This includes instrumentation, examination methods and protocols, psychophysical techniques, appropriate patient communication, and recording of various examination techniques regarding ocular health. Students participate in patient care and community vision screening during this sequence.

This course sequence covers the study of the physical and optical characteristics of ophthalmic lenses and prisms; the design and application of single vision, multifocal, occupational and progressive lenses; the benefits and applications of ophthalmic lens materials, absorptive lenses, and lens treatments; and the proper measurement and fitting of ophthalmic lenses and frames.

This course sequence covers the study of the physical and optical characteristics of ophthalmic lenses and prisms; the design and application of single vision, multifocal, occupational and progressive lenses; the benefits and applications of ophthalmic lens materials, absorptive lenses, and lens treatments; and the proper measurement and fitting of ophthalmic lenses and frames.

This course sequence includes a discussion of the theory and practice of contact lens design and contact lens fitting methodologies. Areas of discussion include corneal topography, design of materials, fabrication and modification of contact lenses, fitting and evaluation methodologies, and procedures. This course sequence will also explore advanced contact lens applications for high and irregular astigmatism, keratoconus, presbyopia, post-surgical and irregular corneas, corneal reshaping, and ocular prosthetics.

These courses are the last three in the Clinical Optometry sequence introducing theory and procedures of comprehensive eye examinations. This includes instrumentation, examination methods and protocols, psychophysical techniques, appropriate patient communication, and recording of various examination techniques regarding ocular health. Students participate in patient care and community vision screening during this sequence.

These courses are the last three in the Clinical Optometry sequence introducing theory and procedures of comprehensive eye examinations. This includes instrumentation, examination methods and protocols, psychophysical techniques, appropriate patient communication, and recording of various examination techniques regarding ocular health. Students participate in patient care and community vision screening during this sequence.

The objective of this course is to assess and verify the student's level of competency in patient care skills. The course is designed to refine clinical procedures and culminates in a comprehensive clinical skills proficiency examination.

This course focuses on the adaptation of eye care for the pediatric and special needs patient including examination techniques, treatment, and management. Normal visual development will be discussed as well as the potential implications of congenital and genetic disorders on the visual system. Ocular pathologies affecting these populations including diagnostic procedures and appropriate treatment strategies will also be addressed.

This course introduces strabismus and amblyopia, including appropriate testing and diagnosis. Clinical classifications and characteristics of strabismus and amblyopia will be discussed. Emphasis will be placed on the clinical interpretation of findings and specialized techniques necessary for proper evaluation.

This course introduces clinical applications for the prevention, treatment, and management of strabismus and amblyopia. It presents clinical methods to ameliorate deficits in visual development and binocular functions caused by sensory and motor anomalies. Theory and reasoning for treatment and management will be discussed.

This course focuses on visual information processing testing and its use in identifying reading and learning deficits. Application of these findings will be discussed with respect to an academic environment including the optometrist's role as part of an interprofessional team and management of learning disorders. Time will be spent introducing the optometrist's role in testing brain injuries and the associated visual therapy.

This course sequence covers signs and symptoms, pathophysiology, clinical course, differential diagnosis, treatment, and management of ocular diseases of the anterior and posterior segment of the eye and ocular adnexa.

This course sequence covers signs and symptoms, pathophysiology, clinical course, differential diagnosis, treatment, and management of ocular diseases of the anterior and posterior segment of the eye and ocular adnexa.

This course sequence includes a discussion of the theory and practice of contact lens design and contact lens fitting methodologies. Areas of discussion include corneal topography, design of materials, fabrication and modification of contact lenses, fitting and evaluation methodologies, and procedures. This course sequence will also explore advanced contact lens applications for high and irregular astigmatism, keratoconus, presbyopia, post-surgical and irregular corneas, corneal reshaping, and ocular prosthetics.

The student will provide primary eye care services in the Primary Care and Specialty Services (cornea and contact lenses, ocular disease, pediatric optometry, low vision rehabilitation, vision therapy, sports vision, and ocular prosthetics) at the Midwestern University Eye Institute or at selected external clinical sites. This course series focuses on progressive competence in the diagnosis, treatment and management of visual dysfunctions and ocular conditions. Students will participate in case based clinical seminars as well.

The student will provide primary eye care services in the Primary Care and Specialty Services (cornea and contact lenses, ocular disease, pediatric optometry, low vision rehabilitation, vision therapy, sports vision, and ocular prosthetics) at the Midwestern University Eye Institute or at selected external clinical sites. This course series focuses on progressive competence in the diagnosis, treatment and management of visual dysfunctions and ocular conditions. Students will participate in case based clinical seminars as well.

The student will provide primary eye care services in the Primary Care and Specialty Services (cornea and contact lenses, ocular disease, pediatric optometry, low vision rehabilitation, vision therapy, sports vision, and ocular prosthetics) at the Midwestern University Eye Institute or at selected external clinical sites. This course series focuses on progressive competence in the diagnosis, treatment and management of visual dysfunctions and ocular conditions. Students will participate in case based clinical seminars as well.

The student will provide primary eye care services in the Primary Care and Specialty Services (cornea and contact lenses, ocular disease, pediatric optometry, low vision rehabilitation, vision therapy, sports vision, and ocular prosthetics) at the Midwestern University Eye Institute or at selected external clinical sites. This course series focuses on progressive competence in the diagnosis, treatment and management of visual dysfunctions and ocular conditions. Students will participate in case based clinical seminars as well.

The objective of this course is to assess and verify the student's proficiency in specialty services skills required for clinical rotations during the fourth year of professional patient care. It culminates in a clinical skills proficiency examination.

This course presents the ocular, visual, systemic and neurologic manifestations of neuro-ophthalmic disorders and disease. The diagnosis and management is presented and includes but is not limited to components of the neuro-ophthalmic exam, neuroimaging and specialty testing.

The fourth professional year is designed to promote continued development of the student's emerging clinical problem-solving abilities. This is a series of fulltime clinical rotations or externships. Direct patient care in individualized supervised clinical experiences is the focus. Students will provide eye care services in the Primary Care and Specialty Services (cornea and contact lenses, ocular disease, pediatric optometry, low vision rehabilitation, electro-diagnosis, vision therapy, sports vision and ocular prosthetics) at the Midwestern University Eye Institute or at selected external rotation sites. Clinical decision making will be enhanced through challenging patient care problems that highlight or emphasize differential diagnosis, management decisions, referral decisions and follow-up, and newer techniques and procedures for diagnosis and management. This course comprises patient care experiences and a seminar series presented weekly during each fourth year clinical rotation in the Eye Institute.

The fourth professional year is designed to promote continued development of the student's emerging clinical problem-solving abilities. This is a series of fulltime clinical rotations or externships. Direct patient care in individualized supervised clinical experiences is the focus. Students will provide eye care services in the Primary Care and Specialty Services (cornea and contact lenses, ocular disease, pediatric optometry, low vision rehabilitation, electro-diagnosis, vision therapy, sports vision and ocular prosthetics) at the Midwestern University Eye Institute or at selected external rotation sites. Clinical decision making will be enhanced through challenging patient care problems that highlight or emphasize differential diagnosis, management decisions, referral decisions and follow-up, and newer techniques and procedures for diagnosis and management. This course comprises patient care experiences and a seminar series presented weekly during each fourth year clinical rotation in the Eye Institute.

The fourth professional year is designed to promote continued development of the student's emerging clinical problem-solving abilities. This is a series of fulltime clinical rotations or externships. Direct patient care in individualized supervised clinical experiences is the focus. Students will provide eye care services in the Primary Care and Specialty Services (cornea and contact lenses, ocular disease, pediatric optometry, low vision rehabilitation, electro-diagnosis, vision therapy, sports vision and ocular prosthetics) at the Midwestern University Eye Institute or at selected external rotation sites. Clinical decision making will be enhanced through challenging patient care problems that highlight or emphasize differential diagnosis, management decisions, referral decisions and follow-up, and newer techniques and procedures for diagnosis and management. This course comprises patient care experiences and a seminar series presented weekly during each fourth year clinical rotation in the Eye Institute.

The fourth professional year is designed to promote continued development of the student's emerging clinical problem-solving abilities. This is a series of fulltime clinical rotations or externships. Direct patient care in individualized supervised clinical experiences is the focus. Students will provide eye care services in the Primary Care and Specialty Services (cornea and contact lenses, ocular disease, pediatric optometry, low vision rehabilitation, electro-diagnosis, vision therapy, sports vision and ocular prosthetics) at the Midwestern University Eye Institute or at selected external rotation sites. Clinical decision making will be enhanced through challenging patient care problems that highlight or emphasize differential diagnosis, management decisions, referral decisions and follow-up, and newer techniques and procedures for diagnosis and management. This course comprises patient care experiences and a seminar series presented weekly during each fourth year clinical rotation in the Eye Institute.