Biological Foundations of Clinical Optom

Subject OPTO90005 (2013)

Note: This is an archived Handbook entry from 2013.

Credit Points: 25
Level: 9 (Graduate/Postgraduate)
Dates & Locations:

This subject is not offered in 2013.
Time Commitment: Contact Hours: This subject is available by distance learning in both Semesters 1 and 2.
Total Time Commitment:

Approximately 10-12 hours per week, incorporating reading, note taking and assignment completion.
Prerequisites:

None
Corequisites:

None
Recommended Background Knowledge:

None
Non Allowed Subjects:

None
Core Participation Requirements:

It is University policy to take all reasonable steps to minimise the impact of disability upon academic study and reasonable steps will be made to enhance a student's participation in the University's programs. Students who feel their disability may impact upon their active and safe participation in a subject are encouraged to discuss this with the relevant subject coordinator and the Disability Liaison Unit.

Contact

Melbourne Graduate School of Science
Faculty of Science
The University of Melbourne

Tel: + 61 3 8344 6404
Fax: +61 3 8344 5803

Web: http://graduate.science.unimelb.edu.au

Subject Overview:

None
Objectives:

None
Assessment:

Two 2,000 word assignments on prescribed topics that will include case studies (40%) submitted during the course of the semester; a 3 hour written examination in the examination period (60%). Satisfactory completion of all components of assessment is necessary to pass the subject.
Prescribed Texts:

The American Academy of Ophthalmology Basic and Clinical Science Course. Section 2 (Fundamental and Principles of Ophthalmology), and Section 5 (Neuro-Ophthalmology) San Francisco, American Academy of Ophthalmology (latest edition). Students will be provided with a comprehensive study guide, which will include key journal articles and a list od prescribed reading.
Breadth Options:

This subject is not available as a breadth subject.
Fees Information: Subject EFTSL, Level, Discipline & Census Date
Generic Skills:

Students should develop certain generic skills, including:

  • being able to critically evaluate and synthesise basic and clinical research literature;
  • understanding the importance of regularly refreshing one's knowledge base through use of the relevant scientific and professional literature;
  • being competent in seeking and retrieving information using a number of resources, such as the world-wide-web;
  • being able to manage competing demands on one's time and being comfortable with the demands of self-directed study;
  • being capable of articulating knowledge and understanding in written presentations;
  • appreciating the ways in which advanced knowledge can equip one with enhanced problem solving skills for application in the work and/or clinical environment.

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