ort3biv binocular vision
BINOCULAR VISION
ORT3BIV
2016
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This subject provides students with the fundamental physiological principals of ocular movement and binocular single vision. Using an enquiry based learning program, students will develop an understanding of the general characteristics of binocular single vision and of the sensory consequences of the abnormal visual experience. The characteristics of strabismus and the relationship between accommodation and strabismus will also be introduced.
SchoolSchool of Allied Health
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorConnie Koklanis
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 3 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites HBS2CAN, ORT2ORS
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Diagnosis and Management of Ocular Motility Disorders, 4th Edition | Prescribed | Alec M. Ansons, Helen Davis, 2014 | Wiley |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Synthesize knowledge to clearly explain the physiology and principles of ocular movement and binocular single vision.
- Activities:
- Online activities, Lectures, Workshops
02. Analyse ocular disorders to determine sensory consequences
- Activities:
- Online activities, Lectures, Workshops
03. Provide solutions to complex problems involving the influence of accommodation on vergence and strabismus
- Activities:
- Online activities, Lectures, Workshops
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Melbourne, 2016, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorConnie Koklanis
Class requirements
Lecture/WorkshopWeek: 31 - 43
Two 1.5 hours lecture/workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Each week will consist of 3 hours of face-to-face lectures and/or workshops"
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Two 20 minute on-line quizzes | There will be 4 on-line formative quizzes and the two best results will be used. | 20 | 01, 02, 03 |
| 1.5 hour written test during semester | 40 | 01, 02, 03 | |
| 1.5 hour written test during semester 1 exam period | 40 | 01, 02, 03 |