BASIG 1510 provides an overview of cell structure and function, including topics on molecular cell biology, metabolism, epithelium, general connective tissues, and blood. Module 1: Cell Biology outlines the basic histological structure and biochemical function of the cell. Module 2: Molecular Cell Biology and Metabolism focuses on transcription, translation, control of gene expression, and normal cell metabolism. Module 3: Epithelium, General Connective Tissues, and Blood defines the basic structure, function and biochemical characteristics of two basic histological tissues: epithelium and connective tissue. This module also includes an introduction to peripheral blood cells and hematopoiesis. The biochemical basis of hemostasis is described. Disorders of hemostasis and their consequences are discussed.

Credits: 4

BASIG 1511 provides an overview of cancer, genetics, lymphatic system and immunology. In Module 4: Cancer and Genetics, emphasis is placed on DNA mutations, polymorphisms, patterns of inheritance in human diseases, cytogenetics, and molecular basis of cancer. Module 5: Lymphatic System and Immunology, includes gross anatomy and histology of the lymphatic system and structure/function of the immune system. Basic precepts of the lymphatic system and immunology will be applied to inflammation, tissue repair and healing. Understanding of immunology will be applied to immune responses to infectious agents. Also included are: development and pathology of immunologically-mediated diseases, immune responses to transplants, cancer, HIV infection, and therapeutic use of drugs affecting the immune system.

Credits: 4

BASIG 1512 provides an overview of infectious diseases, integument and blood disorders. Module 6: Introduction to Infectious Diseases provides fundamental understanding of basic concepts in microbiology to accurately identify and manage infectious diseases. The information will aid in the management of the patient's health and general well-being. In Module 7: Integument and Blood Disorders, students combine their knowledge of epithelium, connective tissue, and peripheral blood to learn the basic structure and function of the integument. This module further describes common infections and pathologies of the integument as well as blood-borne infections and blood disorders.

Credits: 4.5

BASIG 1513 provides an overview of the Musculoskeletal System. Module 8 includes: the basic concepts of embryology, an introduction to gross anatomy, the structure and function of skeletal and smooth muscle and the development of bone and cartilage. Muscle membrane excitability and the molecular basis of muscle contraction are discussed. Diseases of bone and soft tissues are included. This module contains lectures and two laboratory sessions that describe upper extremity anatomy and function.

Credits: 2.5

BASIG 1514 provides an overview of the structure and function of the nervous system and is composed of one module titled Nervous System. Module 9 begins by discussing the nervous system in terms of its organization, support systems, and structure including the histology of nervous tissue, brain biochemistry, and mechanisms of neurotransmission including development of action potentials and synaptic transmission. This is followed by nervous system development, and then descriptions of the structure and function of the somatosensory pathways, descending motor systems, auditory, vestibular, and visual systems, and finally finishing with the cerebral cortex. Common clinical concerns are also discussed including relevant microbiology and pathology.

Credits: 4.5

BASIG 1515 provides an overview of the structure and function of the Cardiovascular and Respiratory Systems. Module 11: Cardiovascular System begins with a discussion of the anatomy, histology, and embryological development of the heart and circulatory system. Other topics included are cardiac muscle function, electrophysiology of cardiac muscle, cardiac cycle, and cardiac performance. Control of cardiovascular function integrates discussions of hemodynamics, regional circulation, and arterial blood pressure. Module 12: Respiratory System discusses the anatomy and histology of the respiratory system, mechanics of breathing, gas transport, and regulation of respiration. Relevant topics in microbiology, pathophysiology, and pathology are described in both modules.

Credits: 4.5

BASIG 1516 provides an overview of the Endocrine System and the Gastrointestinal (GI) System. In Module 13 the disciplines of histology and physiology describe the basic structure and normal function of the Endocrine System. Topics discussed include the hypothalamic control of endocrine secretion and regulation of individual endocrine organs. Common disorders of the Endocrine System are discussed by the pathology faculty. Module 14 Gastrointestinal System includes topics such as: chewing, swallowing and digestion. The gross anatomical, histological, physiological, microbiological, and pathological aspects of the GI system are discussed.

Credits: 3.5

BASIG 1517 provides an overview of the Urogenital System. Topics included in the first part of module 15 are: the anatomy of the urogenital system, histology of the urinary system, renal tubular transport mechanisms, the production of urine, the control of extracellular fluid volume, and acid/base balance. The second part of the module provides an overview of the structure and function of the Male and Female Reproductive Systems. Diseases of the urogenital system are discussed.

Credits: 2.5

BASIG 1518 provides an overview of the Gross Anatomy of the Head and Neck. Module 16 provides instruction in the fundamental head and neck gross anatomy information required for clinical training. Three-dimensional relationships among anatomical structures are reinforced by in-depth dissections of the head and neck. Students are expected to use this anatomical information to elucidate and solve case-based problems commonly seen in clinical practice. Student dissection of the head and neck is performed under faculty supervision during three 3-hour laboratories per week.

Credits: 4

The Interprofessional Healthcare course involves the Colleges of Dental Medicine, Health Sciences, Optometry, Osteopathic Medicine, Pharmacy and Veterinary Medicine. The course is designed to teach all clinically-based students about each other's clinical programs, how they might interact together as part of an interprofessional healthcare team, and the importance of an interprofessional approach to patient care. The class consists of online lectures with associated quizzes, online interprofessional group discussions and in-person interprofessional group case discussions.

Credits: Each course 0.5

This course sequence is an introduction to the theory and procedures that structure the examination of the eye. This includes instrumentation, examination methods, psychophysical techniques, appropriate patient instructions, protocols and recording of findings. Instruction is provided to foster progressive development of basic examination techniques including, but not limited to, medical and ocular history, visual acuity, color vision, cover test, depth perception, pupillary and visual pathways, external ocular examination, retinoscopy and refraction, and ophthalmoscopy. Students must successfully complete a proficiency examination at the end of each course before progressing into the next course in the sequence.

Prerequisites: Prerequisite for OPTOG 1510 Clinical Services, Theory & Methods I: nonePrerequisite for OPTOG 1520 Clinical Services, Theory & Methods II: OPTOG 1510 Clinical Services, Theory & Methods IPrerequisite for OPTOG 1530 Clinical Services, Theory & Methods III: OPTOG 1520 Clinical Services, Theory & Methods II

Credits: Each course 3

This course introduces students to the current issues faced by providers of primary eye care as well as ethical precepts that serve as foundations to providing healthcare to the public. Included is the history of optometry, professional and student ethics, as well as the interaction and influence of industry on the profession of optometry.

Credits: 0.5

This course sequence introduces the student to the business, financial, and personal aspects of practice. Course themes include planning for personal, professional, and financial goals, credit and debt management, optometric career choices, modes and scope of practice, considerations in private practice, professionalism as part of patient care and fundamentals of effective communication and interpersonal skills. The desired outcome of the course is that the student will be able to select and take the steps needed to enter the best practice for their individual needs and future goals.

Prerequisites: Prerequisite for OPTOG 1514 Optometry Business & Career Management I, 1 credit: NonePrerequisite for OPTOG 1714 Optometry Business & Career Management II, 1 credit: NonePrerequisite for OPTOG 1724 Optometry Business & Career Management III, 2 credits: None

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The course sequence provides an introduction to the qualitative and quantitative characterization of the behavior of light and optical systems as related to optometry. In Geometrical Optics, the basics of refraction at plane and spherical surfaces, image formation and magnification, spherical and sphero-cylindrical thin lenses, thin lens eye models, thick lenses, prisms, reflection and mirrors will be presented. Physical Optics presents conceptual and quantitative understanding of aberrations, characteristics of electromagnetic waves, diffraction, interference, fluorescence, polarization, scattering, photometry, lasers, and other applications. Visual Optics considers the eye as an optical system, including schematic eye models, refractive error, optical characteristics of the eye, stimulus to accommodation, retinal image size and quality, Purkinje images, entoptic phenomena, presbyopia, aphakia, intraocular implants and effects of radiation.

Prerequisites: Prerequisite for OPTOG 1540 Geometric, Physical and Visual Optics I, 4 credits: nonePrerequisite for OPTOG 1550 Geometric, Physical and Visual Optics II, 4 credits: OPTOG 1540 Geometric, Physical and Visual Optics IPrerequisite for OPTOG 1525 Geometric, Physical and Visual Optics III, 2 credits: OPTOG 1550 Geometric, Physical and Visual Optics II

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This course sequence allows the student to understand and appreciate the anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology of the tissues and structures of the eye. Students will gain an understanding of the relationship of ocular anatomy and physiology to ocular pharmacology, biochemistry, and ocular pathophysiology. This course series comprises lectures and workshops.

Prerequisites: Prerequisite for OPTOG 1560 Ocular Anatomy and Physiology I: NonePrerequisite for OPTOG 1580 Ocular Anatomy and Physiology II: OPTOG 1560 Ocular Anatomy and Physiology IPrerequisite for OPTOG 1590 Ocular Anatomy and Physiology III: OPTOG 1580 Ocular Anatomy and Physiology II

Credits: Each course 2

This course introduces concepts on anatomy and physiology related to the visual perception and image processing. The functionality of visual performance using dark adaption, color vision, spatial and temporal vision is explained in normal and abnormal conditions. This information is relevant to understanding how the visual system functions with various perception aspects. Students are introduced to the development of vision and abnormal cortical development.

Credits: 2.0

This course focuses on characteristics, control, and deficits of the eye movement systems, the autonomic systems subserving accommodation, and pupillary mechanisms and understanding the interations between these eye movement systems and the visual perception process. Theories and mechanisms of presbyopia and treatment options are also discussed.

Credits: 2

Students will learn about fundamental binocular vision concepts as observed under normal and abnormal conditions. This course will include a discussion of binocular sensory mechanisms of vision such as stereovision, along with the underlying neuroanatomy and physiology. Mechanisms of cortical suppression and possible treatment options are also discussed.

Credits: 4

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.

Prerequisites: Prerequisite for OPTOG 1630 Ophthalmic Optics I: OPTOG 1525 Geometric, Physical and Visual Optics IIIPrerequisite for OPTOG 1632 Ophthalmic Optics II: OPTOG 1630 Ophthalmic Optics I

Credits: Each course 4

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.

Prerequisites: Prerequisite for OPTOG 1640 Ocular Disease I, 3 credits: NonePrerequisite for OPTOG 1642 Ocular Disease II, 3 credits: OPTOG 1640 Ocular Disease IPrerequisite for OPTOG 1644 Ocular Disease III, 3 credits: OPTOG 1642 Ocular Disease IIPrerequisite for OPTOG 1746 Ocular Disease IV, 2 credits: OPTOG 1644 Ocular Disease III

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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.

Prerequisites: Prerequisite for OPTOG 1645 Contact Lens I: NonePrerequisite for OPTOG 1646 Contact Lens II: OPTOG 1645 Contact Lens IPrerequisite for OPTOG 1740 Contact Lens III: OPTOG 1646 Contact Lens II

Credits: Each course 3

This course sequence covers instrumentation, examination methods, psychophysical techniques, appropriate patient instructions and communication skills, protocols, and recording of findings. Instruction is provided to foster progressive development of basic examination techniques and assessment of binocular skills and ocular health. Students must successfully complete a proficiency examination at the end of each course before progressing into the next course in the sequence.

Prerequisites: Prerequisite for OPTOG 1650 Clinical Services, Theory & Methods IV: OPTOG 1530 Clinical Services, Theory & Methods IIIPrerequisite for OPTOG 1652 Clinical Services, Theory & Methods V: OPTOG 1650 Clinical Services, Theory & Methods IVPrerequisite for OPTOG 1654 Clinical Services, Theory & Methods VI: OPTOG 1652 Clinical Services, Theory & Methods V

Credits: Each course 3

The objective of this course is to introduce the student to clinical care services in the Eye Institute. In addition, this course will assess and verify the optometry student’s level of competency in primary care optometry patient care skills. The course is designed to refine clinical procedures and students will be required to complete a comprehensive clinical skills proficiency examination. Successful completion of this course qualifies the student to enter the Clinical Services VII – X course sequence.

Prerequisites: Prerequisite: OPTOG 1652 Clinical Services, Theory and Methods V

Credits: 1.5

Principles of research design and the application of biostatistical methods will be discussed. The course will include an overview of potential studies that the student may choose for their capstone project.

Credits: 1

The student will decide on a project hypothesis, conduct a literature search, design the study and submit an IRB application if needed. The project requires data collection of basic or clinical research under the mentorship of a faculty member.

Prerequisites: OPTOG 1670 Capstone Project I: Research Design and Biostatistics

Credits: 1

This course discusses the neurophysiological basis of vision, from detection of light by the retina to the processing of complex visual scenes by the visual association cortex. Specific topics include basic neuronal physiology, signal transduction, receptive field construction, subcortical and cortical visual pathways, high-order visual processing, neurophysiological techniques for studying the visual system, and visual disorders with a neurophysiological basis.

Credits: 2

This course sequence discusses the pharmaceutical treatment of ocular diseases. It will cover, in detail, the selection of drugs appropriate for the treatment of important ocular disorders and their methods of use. In-class practice of the use of pharmaceutical agents in disease treatment will be an important part of the learning experience. Specific topics include major classes of drugs used to treat ocular disorders and how they are employed, side effects of the use of both ocular and systemic drugs, common formulations used for ocular drugs, new pharmaceutical agents, and general pharmacology and toxicology.

Prerequisites: Prerequisite for OPTOG 1691 Ocular Pharmacology I, 1 credit: NonePrerequisite for OPTOG 1692 Ocular Pharmacology II, 1 credit: OPTOG 1691 Ocular Pharmacology IPrerequisite for OPTOG 1693 Ocular Pharmacology III, 2.5 credits: OPTOG 1692 Ocular Pharmacology II

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This course presents vision development and diagnostic strategies for examining children from infancy through adolescence. Discussions on how vision development guides treatment and management options in the pediatric population will include common anterior segment pathologies, refractive errors, and contact lenses.

Credits: 1

This course reviews the common non-strabismus diagnoses of accommodation, binocular vision, and oculomotor systems. Specialized testing techniques will be presented as they relate to these diagnoses including tests of accommodative function, heterophoria, fixation disparity, associated phoria, graphical analysis, and various measures of eye movement skills. Appropriate therapies for these diagnoses with a heavy emphasis on vision therapy techniques will be outlined. Applying these skills further to patients who have suffered an acquired/traumatic brain injury (ABI/TBI) will be discussed.

Prerequisites: Prerequisites: OPTOG 1624 Visual Science: Binocular Vision and OPTOG 1694 Pediatric Optometry

Credits: 4

This course will emphasize the principles and techniques of evaluating patients presenting with strabismus and amblyopia. An organized approach to a comprehensive evaluation is presented with an emphasis on the administration and interpretation of diagnostic testing procedures including the assessment of associated anomalies such as eccentric fixation, comitancy and anomalous correspondence.

Prerequisites: Prerequisite: OPTOG 1720 Diagnosis and Management of Non-Strabismic Binocular Vision Disorders

Credits: 4

This course presents theoretical and clinical considerations in the management of strabismus and amblyopia including the rationale and methods for using lenses, prisms, occlusion, vision therapy, medication, and surgical referrals. Associated anomalies are discussed in terms of their significance and management.

Prerequisites: Prerequisite: OPTOG 1722 Diagnosis of Strabismus and Amblyopia

Credits: 3

This course focuses on testing visual information processing (VIP) and gives students an organized approach to identify visual deficits that may have an impact on reading and learning. Students will also learn how to create sequential management plans for treating patients with visual processing disorders. In addition to VIP testing, an overview of acquired and traumatic brain injuries will be presented and students will be introduced to the multidisciplinary approach in management of these patients.

Credits: 3

This course is a multidisciplinary course that is team taught by faculty from various Midwestern University colleges and demonstrates the importance of the interdisciplinary approach as related to eye and vision care. This course will provide an introduction to physical assessment therapeutic ophthalmic lasers; intraocular, subcutaneous, intramuscular, and intravenous injections; and other advanced procedures. The course will also include pre and post op care of ophthalmic procedures related to ocular disease and refractive correction.

Prerequisites: Prerequisite: OPTOG 1746 Ocular Disease IV

Credits: 4

This course is an introduction to the epidemiology of ocular anomalies, overview of public and community health planning and care, and the role of the optometrist in community health promotion.

Credits: 2

This course is a continuation of OPTOG 1672 Capstone Project II: Literature Search and Study Design. The student will further develop the capstone project, begin data collection and statistical analysis.

Prerequisites: Prerequisite: OPTOG 1672 Capstone Project II: Literature Search and Study Design

Credits: 1

This course is a continuation of OPTOG 1760 Capstone Project III: Data Collection and Analysis. Students prepare an abstract and poster describing their research results. The students will deliver a public presentation of the work during the spring of their third professional year.

Prerequisites: Prerequisite: OPTOG 1760 Capstone Project III: Data Collection and Analysis

Credits: 3

The student will provide eye care services in the Primary Care Clinic at the Midwestern University Eye Institute. The student will also participate in patient care in the optical and diagnostic testing services. Students may also rotate or examine patients in specialized clinics such as contact lenses, pediatrics, vision therapy, and ocular disease/low vision. This course series focuses on progressive competence in the diagnosis treatment and management of visual dysfunction and ocular conditions. Students will additionally participate in lectures and case based clinical seminars.

Prerequisites: Prerequisite for OPTOG 1770 Clinical Services VII: OPTOG 1654 Clinical Services, Theory & Methods VI, and OPTOG 1655 Clinical Services ProficiencyPrerequisite for OPTOG 1771 Clinical Services VIII: OPTOG 1770 Clinical Services VIIPrerequisite for OPTOG 1772 Clinical Services IX: OPTOG 1771 Clinical Services VIIIPrerequisite for OPTOG 1773 Clinical Services X: OPTOG 1772 Clinical Services IX

Credits: Each course 6

Visual Rehabilitation is an entry level course, which presents the fundamental knowledge of clinical low vision care and rehabilitation necessary to perform basic low vision examinations during the fourth year clinical rotation, and in a practice setting after graduation. This course is an overview of the strategies for visual rehabilitation examination of patients with visual impairments, neurological issues following traumatic brain injury, and the geriatric population in general.

Credits: 3

This course discusses the diagnosis, treatment, and management of neuro-ophthalmic diseases and ocular manifestations of neurological systemic diseases. Components of the neuro-ophthalmic examination, neuroimaging of the visual system, and specialty testing are presented. The student is introduced to case management strategies related to neuro-ophthalmic disorders.

Credits: 2.5

This course will focus on various aspects of evidence based medicine. Students will learn how to analyze medical literature and apply evidence-based information to patient scenarios through case presentations and group discussions.

Credits: 1.5

The fourth professional year is designed to promote continued development of the student's emerging clinical problem-solving abilities. This is a series of full-time clinical rotations or externships comprised of patient care experiences. Students will rotate at the Midwestern University Eye Institute and at approved external rotation sites with an emphasis on direct patient care in individualized supervised clinical experiences focusing on primary care, ocular disease and optometric specialties. Clinical decision making will be enhanced through challenging patient care problems that highlight or emphasize differential diagnosis, management decisions, referral decisions and follow-up, as well as address newer techniques and procedures for diagnosis and management.

Prerequisites: Prerequisite for OPTOG 1800 Clinical Services XI: OPTOG 1773 Clinical Services XPrerequisite for OPTOG 1810 Clinical Services XII: OPTOG 1800 Clinical Services XIPrerequisite for OPTOG 1820 Clinical Services XIII: OPTOG 1810 Clinical Services XIIPrerequisite for OPTOG 1830 Clinical Services XIV: OPTOG 1820 Clinical Services XIII

Credits: Each course 18

These courses place an emphasis on general principles of drug action, the physical and chemical properties of the drugs, and their therapeutic effects, methods of administration, mechanism(s) of action, adverse effects and drug interactions, and indications/contraindications for the use of the drug.

Prerequisites: Prerequisite for PHARG 1602 General Pharmacology I, 2 credits: nonePrerequisite for PHARG 1623 General Pharmacology II, 3 credits: PHARG 1602 General Pharmacology I

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