Curriculum : EDEC 5601 Structure and Function of the Human Eye/VI
North Carolina Central University
Off-Campus Program
Governor Morehead School for the Blind - Lineberry Hall
Advancing Teaching, Scholarship and Service Through Diversity, Partnerships and Technology
Availability
Spring 2010 - TBA
Summer 2010 - TBA
Fall 2010 - TBA
Instructor
Brad R. Walker, Ph.D.
Phone: 919-715-6342 (GMS); 919-530-5179 (NCCU)
E-mail: brwalker AT nccu DOT edu
MSN/Messenger: nccuvitp AT hotmail DOT com
Course Description
This course provides an overview of the normal and abnormal development of the human eye. Included are topics of ocular anatomy and physiology; pathological conditions affecting the human eye, and clinical and functional vision assessments. A strong component of low vision is provided within this course, which includes functional vision assessments, environmental vision assessments, optics, the use of optical devices, and the principles of optimizing visual efficiency. Throughout the program, the impact of vision loss on the learning process and techniques for encouraging the use of vision during functional activities are included.
Additional Information
Syllabus available via BlackBoard