OPT103 Introduction to Diseases of the Eye
This course introduces the fundamentals of common internal and external diseases of the eye and orbital region. Topics include common patient complaints, what constitutes an ocular emergency, triage procedure, and common conditions and disorders of the eye. Students will identify common ocular diseases and determine appropriate emergency management of acute ocular problems.
Prerequisite
OPT101 Introduction to Ophthalmic Assisting Minimum Grade of: C and OPT102 Ocular Anatomy and Physiology Minimum Grade of: C
Corequisite
OPT104 Ophthalmic Optics & Refractometry Minimum Grade of: C and OPT105 Ophthalmic Clinical Procedures I Minimum Grade of: C and OPT106 Basic Ophthalmic Pharmacology Minimum Grade of: C
Program Major Restrictions
Ophthalmic Assistant Cert