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OPT 1011 Mathematics for Optometry
ECTS 5
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Basic concepts Algebra, Real numbers, Trigonometry, Introduction to complex numbers (Definitions, complex operations, geometric representation, polar form, type of Euler.)
Elements of Analytical Geometry Level. (Straight, Conics: circle, ellipse, hyperbola, parabola.)
Elements of Linear Algebra: Tables (Definition, types of tables, matrix operations, inverse table), Systems of Linear Equations, Determinants (Definition, properties)
Functions, Limits, Continuity, Derivative function (geometric interpretation, derivation rules, derivatives of basic functions, the derivative as the slope of the tangent function , Derivative Study), Integral (Definite integral, properties, antiderivative, indefinite integral, basic functions integrals).
Basic concepts of Statistics: Data and graphical data representations (pie chart, bar chart, histogram), measures of central tendency and dispersion Observation (mean, median, range, dispersion, standard deviation).
OPT 1012 Geometrical Optics
ECTS 6
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Light Propagation, Principle minimum time - optical path, Rays, Reflection - Mirrors (flat and spherical) Refraction from flat surfaces; prisms - scattering, the limiting angle - total reflection, refraction by spherical surfaces, Thin lenses - lenses manufacturers equations - Gauss - Newton, Lens Power, Vergence-rays, Formation image, Transverse magnification Combination thin lenses , Thick Lenses - fundamental points Pathways rays, Introduction to the theory of matrices. Aberrations lenses (monochromatic and chromatic)
OPT 1013 Physiology I
ECTS 5
COURSE DESCRIPTION Key elements for the cell – physiology the hematopoietic system- physiology circulatory system- physiology respiratory system -physiology urinary system- physiology reproductive system- physiology digestive system; metabolism nutrient substances- physiology endocrine pituitary –physiology pancreatic - physiology gonadal
OPT 1014 Special Issues of Chemistry
ECTS 5
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Structure of the atom, quantum theory, photoelectric effect, material waves, electron diffraction and molecular orbital. Chemical bonds, Van der Waal forces, hydrogen bond, dispersion forces. Chemical kinetics: velocity types, reaction classes, activation energy, catalysis, catalysts
Organic compounds: classification and nomenclature, isomerism and stereo-chemistry. Most important homologue series. Aromatic hydrocarbons, benzene and derivatives
Laboratory exercises: Basic chemistry techniques. Determination of physical constants and sizes. Solutions. Solubility of salts. Osmotic properties. Performance of chemical reactions. Chemical balance reactions. Volumetric analysis of natural products
Proteins, Enzymes, metabolism, lipids, hormones, RNA - DNA
OPT 1015 General Anatomy
ECTS 5
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Osteology Spine - Thoracic Skeleton – Arms and Legs Skeleton – Skeleton pelvis.
Circulatory system (cardiovascular) Heart - General on vessels – systemic circulation and pulmonary circulation - arteries, veins.
Respiratory system Digestive system
OPT 1016 History of Glass
ECTS 4
COURSE DESCRIPTION
The glass Prehistoric period- From the Egyptians to the Murano. The Arabs and the development of
glass - From the "common" to "Optical" Glass. - Main types of glass: Glass CROWN- Glass FLINT - Glass
high refractive index - Organic (plastic) glass-
Optical Characteristics of Ophthalmic Lenses, -Main foci -Main levels -Cardinal points
Materials Frame of Ophtalmic Lenses - From Wood to Tortoiseshell and Metals - Plastics Materials -
Resins and Asetat - Gold and Platinum - Metal Alloys and Nickel
2011 Specialised Anatomy
ECTS 5
COURSE DESCRIPTION
– (skull – face)
Blood vessels of the brain.
2012 Eye Microbiology
ECTS 3
COURSE DESCRIPTION
and prokaryotic organisms. Microbiological methods. Basic principles of microorganisms cultivation
ssification protozoa, fungi and bacteria. Biosynthesis and metabolism. Virology, Genetics. Expansion and death of microorganisms. Immunological reactions.
infection. Microbial interactions between microorganisms and superior organisms
-conjunctiva. Polymorphism, pleomorphism epithelium cells, ulcers and contaminations. Immunology of the anterior eye
2013 Physical Optics
ECTS 5
COURSE DESCRIPTION
• Oscillations, Waves Harmonic waves, light Theories, Wave theory, Spherical diopters. • Interference, Diffraction (Fresnel and Fraunhofer), Coherence , Polarization, Scattering. • Blackbody radiation, Absorption, Laser, Equations of Maxwell. • Applications physical optics (non-reflective coatings on ophthalmic lenses, optical
interferometry, Polaroid, optical holography).
2014 Physiology II
ECTS 4
COURSE DESCRIPTION
• Circulatory system (cardiovascular) -The heart as a pump, rhythmic stimulation of the heart, hemodynamic, systemic and pulmonary circulation, blood circulation control and regulation of blood pressure, blood volume within minutes.
• Respiratory system - Breathing functions, gas exchange and gas transport, regulation of breathing. Renal circulation, functioning of neurons, plasmapheresis, H2O and electrolyte balance. Regulation of acid-base balance.
• Digestive system - Movement of food and secretory functions. Digestion and absorption in the gastrointestinal tract. A brief review of metabolism, metabolic rate, regulating food intake, Thermoregulation Organization of the nervous system, basic functions of synapses and neural circuits.
• Functional anatomy of the central nervous system, control of movements, cognitive brain functions and behavior. The autonomic nervous system. Operation of sensory vision, hearing.
2015 Optical Materials of Ophthalmic Lenses
ECTS 8
COURSE DESCRIPTION • The Optical glass.- Basic types of glass: Glass CROWN- Glass FLINT- Glass high refractive index - Organic [plastic] glass - Polymers in Optical and Industry of Ophthalmic lenses • Optical Properties of Ophthalmic material- Absorption and color -Protection from radiation-Polarizer and Photocromatic Material- Design Improvements of Ophthalmic Lenses - Surface improvements-Anti-reflection and anti-scratch coatings. • Plastic materials; Resins and Asetat-Gold and Platina- Metal Alloys and Nickel
2016 General Pathology
ECTS 4
COURSE DESCRIPTION • Introduction to Pathology, definition, subsystems, the scope of Pathology, scientific study of disease and some techniques used. • Degenerative processes and metabolic disorders. • Circulatory Disorders. Hyperemia, congestion, venous ischemia, infarction, bleeding, thrombosis, embolism, edema, shock. • Inflammation, Response of soft and hard tissue injuries. Acute inflammation - chronic inflammation Hypersensitivity and allergies • Common bacterial infections, pyogenic ie, intestinal disease, tuberculosis, syphilis, leprosy, fungal infection. • AIDS • Joint bone diseases • Effects of chemical, physical factors including ionizing radiation, especially for bones and teeth. • Disorders of nutrition • Metabolic disorders eg Rickets, scurvy, Diabetes, etc. • Basic knowledge of malformation tumors. Classification• characteristics of benign and malignant tumors • Carcinogenesis. Methods spread. Diagnostic methods for cancer • Anemia, leukemia, hemolytic, bleeding, and laboratory tests
3011 Optical Instruments
ECTS 8
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Light Propagation, Principle minimum time - optical path, Rays, Light - Light sources - Radiometry - Photometry Photometer - spectrometers.
Fundamentals of optical instruments (Aperture stop – entrance and exit pupils - main and marginal radius - vignetting - numerical aperture - number f - viewing angle).
Image Quality, resolution limit, spatial frequencies, optical transfer function, point cluster function
Magnifier, ocular systems, projection systems, Microscope, Telescope-Binoculars, Cameras - Camera Lenses. Periscope-Endoscope
3012 Anatomy of the Eye
ECTS 5
COURSE DESCRIPTION The orbital cavity Function- dimensions, axes, structure- bones of the orbital cavity,, the walls, position and content Macroscopic anatomy of the eyelids ( tissues, shape, epikanthus), Structure ( skin-muscles- bulbar conjunctiva) Glands (meimobian, the Moll, the Zeiss, the Wolfring) Eyelids, Movements of eyelids, Lacrimal glands (macroscopic anatomy, histology) structure of lacrimal apparatus Conjunctiva, sclera. cornea, iris, choroids, aqueous humor, lens, vitreous body , retina
3013 Physiology of the Eye
ECTS 5
COURSE DESCRIPTION
The eyeball Extraocular muscles, arteries, vessels, nerves( sympathetic, parasympathetic) , ganglion cells, eyelids, blood supply nerve supply, movements of the eyelids.
Lacrimal glands, , quantity of tears, reflex movements of the eyelids, tear drainage, pH of tears, diagnostic clinical methods of quality and quantity of tears, corneal sensation, physiology of the iris, pupil reflex, lenticular lens, zonules and accommodation
Retina and function of the eye system ( visual stimulus, resolution, adaptation to the darkness and to the light , spectral sensitivity. Purkinje phenomenon, colour vision, optical path (optic nerve, optic chiasma, visual cortex)
3014 Ophthalmic Lenses Dispensing I
ECTS 8
COURSE DESCRIPTION • Introduction to the theory of ophthalmic lenses • Spherical lenses, Propertiesspherocylindrical and astigmatic lenses, Neutralization, Power measurement and curvature, • Refractive index, relationship Abbe number and refractive index, • Lens transposition: spherical and toric, dispensing spherical , spherocylindrical prescriptions . • Curvature - lens thickness • Equipment Optical Laboratory
3015 Optometric Nomenclature in English
ECTS 4
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Gradual experience with the structure of scientific nomenclature by iplementing Optical literature
Learning of the English language in a level suitable for use in a small enterprise environment. Special emphasis is given in commercial terminology and oral communication
4011 Business Administration
ECTS 3
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Management and the modern corporation
Accounting for management
Business analysis and decision making
Business statistics
Business study skills and methods
Management and communication skills
Strategic management
Marketing management
Human resource management
Production and operations management
Management information systems
Management accounting
Advertising and promotion in brand marketing
International human resource management
Accounting for strategy
Innovation management
Marketing research
Consumer behavior
4012 Visual Optics
ECTS 7
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Eye evolution in nature - the human eye is a visual organ of vision system.
Refractivecomponents - cornea and crystalline lens. Entrance pupil, axes of the eye. Paraxial schematic eyes.
Low order ametropia (defocus).
Stereoscopic vision - depth perception.
Wave ocular aberrations and image quality on the retina. Mathematical description of aberrations, wavefront topography.
Color vision - Color Theory.
Optometric instruments (focimeter - keratometry - optometers- retinoscope - corneal topographer - aberrometer)
4013 Eye Pathology
ECTS 5
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Eyelids, malpositions of eyelids, irritations, infections, parasites, injuries, indications and symptoms of pathology of eyelids, treatment
Eyeball tissue, cysts, irritations. infections, injuries, indications and symptoms of pathology of eyeball, treatment
Lacrimal system, indications and symptoms, treatment, Tear drainage, indications and symptoms, treatment
Conjunctiva irritations, infections indications and symptoms, treatment, anomalies, neoplasms, treatment
Cornea irritations, infections, injuries, indications and symptoms, treatment. Ectasia, keratoconus, malformation, treatments
Iris and pupil, irritations and infections, injuries, coloboma, indications and symptoms, malformation and treatment
4014 Neurophysiology of the eye
ECTS 3
COURSE DESCRIPTION
VISUAL PERCEPTION . Structure and function of neurons of the retina
OPTICAL PATHS IN LIGHT CONDITIONS Principles of design of sensory system- space specialisation
OPTICAL PATHS IN CONDITIONS OF DARKNESS Speed, sensitivity and adjustments of the retinal neurons
OPTICAL PATHS IN TWILIGHT CONDITIONS spatial and temporal resolution of retinal image
FUNCTION OF THE PHOTORECEPTORS Colour control of the retinal image. Retinal structure. Neural and optical limitations of visual acuity. Neural image in the brain and image processing. Visual perception.
4015 Ophthalmic Lenses Dispensing II
ECTS 8
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Lens transposition: spherical and toric, dispensing of spherical and spherocylindrical prescriptions.
Prisms, definition, thin prisms , deflection angle, goniometry , notation of prisms , uses in ophthalmology (diagnostic and therapeutic), , spherical decentration and prism power, decentred lenses
Aspheric surfaces, conoids, aspheric lenses dispensing
Anti-reflective coatings, anti-scratch coating, hydrophobic coating, lens tinting, ophthalmic lenses prescriptions
Material frames and ophthalmic lenses
Pupillary distance
4016 Clinical Eye Refraction
ECTS 4
COURSE DESCRIPTION
History recording – Ametropia
Preliminary examination, External examination, Cover test, Ocular motility test, Pupil reflex
Basic Knowledge : Refractometer, Keratometer – Javal, Slit Lamp
Subjective refraction: fog method, the best sphere method, duochrome test, astigmatism, fan and block and cross cylinder Jackson, binocular balance
Visual acuity, Optotypes
Contrast sensitivity test
5011 Ethics for the Optician-Optometrist
ECTS 4
COURSE DESCRIPTION
The profession of optician - optometrist, conditions of exercise the profession, prohibitions and penalties
Education and specifications, restrictions on access to the profession, legislation and obligations
Relations with Banks and Funds
Restrictions on exercise of powers and delegation of responsibility.
Professional Codes of Conduct. Professional solidarity. National, social, trade union and professional rules of conduct
5012 Basic Optometry
ECTS 7
COURSE DESCRIPTION
The history of optometry, basic concepts of optometry, Schematic eye and normal eye models
from various researchers, binocular vision, eye charts to check distant and near vision, visual
acuity, ametropia and symptomatology.
Methodology of checking the vision using basic optometry devices and Subjective Refraction, so
that students develop diagnostic reasoning skills.
The course includes:
• Anatomy and physiology of the eye
• Ametropia and symptomatology
• History of Optometry
• Basic principles of operation and use of basic optometric instruments (box of lenses,
retinoscope, ophthalmoscope and especially Direct & Indirect Ophthalmoscopy, phoropter,
refractometer, slit lamp, tonometer)
• Specific tests for checking distant and near vision
• Principles of Subjective Refraction (acuity tests, ametropias - astigmatism, pendulum and cross
cylinder, binocular balancing)
• Stereoscopic vision
• Key Elements and Fundamental Principles of recording of ophthalmoscopy findings
• Neurophysiology eye
• Working conditions Optical - Optometrists - Ethics and medical confidentiality.
• Studies and research in Optometry.
5013 Ocular Pharmacology
ECTS 4
COURSE DESCRIPTION
General principles of pharmacology. Absorption, distribution, metabolism, mechanisms of action and excretion of medicines . Interactions nutrients and medicines
Effects of medicines on the take in of food, absorption and metabolism of nutrients
Effect of the food and the nutrients on the absorption, metabolism and excretion of medicines
The eye, miotics, antiglaucomatic angents, mydriatics, cyclopegic, topical anesthetic, vasoconstrictors, antiallergic, antihistamines, corticosteroids, diuretics, antinflammation non corticosteroids, OTC formulations
5014 Informatics Applications in Optics
ECTS 4
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Hardware and software history and evolution
Operational systems. File systems and file identification
Computer structure and operation. Programming languages. Operating systems. Artificial intelligence, computer networks - internet
Experience with DOS, Unix, and graphics oriented environments (windows – xwindows)
Specific application software (customer support, Optical supplies retailer’s inventory)
5015 Ophthalmic Lenses Dispensing III
ECTS 8
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Bifocal and trifocal lenses, Type and position of add, prismatic problems from addition, bifocal for children. Create «No-jump» bifocal, dispensing bifocal lenses.
Multifocal lenses (progressive lens), methods of design, types of designs, dispensing multifocals (fitting guides), application criteria and correcting errors in dispensing.
Aspheric lenses
Aberrations of ophthalmic lenses
9011 Accounting
ECTS 3
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Acquaintance with basic accounting concepts and practices. Recording, record and display a company's financial transactions
General principles, categorization of accounts, books and records, the double entry system, general Accounting Plan, calendar and general ledger, financials
Valuation of assets, depreciation and financial analysis of financial statements, cost centers and annuity, sharing costs, establishment and termination of partnerships, business foundations, corporate finance, inter-company accounting based on books and cost of goods and services, personnel costs and payroll, interest cost, introduction to Organizational Behavior
Cost effect of goods and billing
9012 Principles of Commercial and Labor Law
ECTS 3
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Commercial law, trade law, trading actions, commercial enterprise.
Industrial company, trading companies
Align Greek commercial laws with commercial laws of the European Union
Labor Law, Individual and corporate agreements, compensation of employees, labor demands - trade union freedoms.
6011 Clinical Optometry
ECTS 8
COURSE DESCRIPTION Advanced methodology of checking vision, using specialized optometric devices, so that students develop diagnostic reasoning skills. The course includes: • Principles of operation and use of specialized optometric instruments (retinoscope, ophthalmoscope, phoropter, refractometer, slit lamp, tonometer, topographer) • Specific tests for checking the quality of vision • Stereoscopic vision • Color vision • Introduction to visual fields – perimetry • General knowledge of ophthalmologic surgeries • Studies of clinical cases and research in Optometry.
6012 Binocular Vision -Orthoptics
ECTS 5
COURSE DESCRIPTION The muscles of the eye and their movements
Binocular vision, level of binocular vision, development of binocular vision, stereoscopic vision,
stereograms,
Retinal correspondence, fusion, horopter, Panum area, Accommodative Convergence
Abnormalities binocular vision and sensory abnormalities, eccentric fixation
Classification of Strabismus: Phories ,heterophories, tropies
• Amblyopia, clinical investigation, treatment
• Examination methods of binocular vision
• Examination methods of strabismus
• Classification of Strabismus: Phories, heterophories, tropies
• Types of strabismus: etiology, diagnosis and treatment
• Optical training for binocular dysfunction
• Orthoptic treatment
• Surgery strabismus
6013 Contact Lenses
ECTS 6
COURSE DESCRIPTION • The history of contact lenses. • Contact lens materials, specifications, features of materials • Methods of making contact lenses, • Optical Characteristics - Tolerances and quality control, verification parameters, radius measurement surface shape interpretation, power, thickness, water percentage, wetting angle, oxygen permeability, surface quality, • Equipment for dispensing of contact lens • Procedure for the dispensing of soft contact lenses, lens type selection •Solutions for soft contact lenses • After care –Complications • Toric contact lenses • Colored contact lenses
6014 Low Vision Aids
ECTS 4
COURSE DESCRIPTION • Introduction to the low vision aids. Definition Loss of vision, Consequences in daily activities. Types of loss, Prognosis and objectives to cope, social work, Legislation
Measurement of visual acuity, contrast, condition of loss of acuity, loss of light perception, counting fingers/hand movement, contrast sensitivity, factors affecting the contrast, measurement of contrast. Visual fields, Amsler grid , perimetry
Loss of colour vision, Dystrophy of cones, Dystrophy of rods, Monochromatic, Optic atrophy, magnification, interpretation and calculation of necessary magnification, Apply the magnification
Training in the use of low vision aids, different techniques
6015 Management of Glaucoma
ECTS 3
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Types of Glaucoma - Epidemiology - Prognosis and symptoms
Changes in intraocular pressure and Gonioscopy - Diagnosis of Glaucoma
Causative Risk factors - Treatment of glaucoma - Pharmaceutical Therapeutic Methods – Common medications - Treatment with Laser - Surgical treatment
Studies and Research about Glaucoma
9013 Safety and Hygiene at Work
ECTS 4
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Introduction to the terms of hygiene and safety and industrial hygiene
Consequences of work on health and health on work
Law framework for the safety of work
Professionals risks ( definition, classification, , assessment of the professional risks)
Industrial accidents (definition, causes, prevention, notification, statistics, cost)
Ergonomics principles
Effect of natural and chemical agents on health
Working timetable
9014 LASER Applications in Optometry
ECTS 4
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Typical characteristics of Lasers, comparison with conventional light sources, light emission (spontaneous and simulated) and light absorption
Operation principles of Lasers. Population inversion, light amplification, gain factor, modes of oscillation, modulation of a laser beam
Types of lasers (solid state, liquid, gas, semiconductor)
Excimer laser, laser safety. Effect of laser beam on human tissue, technical aspects of medical applications, lasers in ophthalmology
Holography and lasers, hologram production techniques
7011 Special Optometric Investigative Techniques
ECTS 7
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Techniques of slit lamp for examination of the eye
Methodology of examination and recording visual fields
Methodology of examination the angle of anterior chamber (gonioscopy)
Topography of cornea
OCT
Aberrometer
Methodology of examination stereoscopic vision and colour vision
Biometry of the eye (axial length, pachymetry)
Preoperative optometric examination for refractive surgeries
Emergency ophthalmic cases First Aids
7012 Paediatric Optometry
ECTS 5
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Optometric examination in infants and toddlers
Optometric examination in preschool children
Optometric examination in school children
Basic optometric examinations for children ¨
External observation, Slit lamp examination, Maddox rod test, Near point convergence, stereoscopic test (stereoscopic vision) TNO stereo test, retinoscopy, tonometry, ophthalmoscopy
Knowledge of ocular paediatric diseases
Refractive errors, amblyopia, strabismus, ocular deviations, syndromes, leucoria, congenital cataract, retinoblastoma , retinopathy of prematurity, neonatal conjunctivitis
Paediatric contact lenses and prescription of ophthalmic lenses to children
7013 Clinical Practice of Contact Lenses
ECTS 8
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Rigid Gas Permeable (RGP)- Materials –Geometries –Optical characteristics- Dispensing and Evaluation of fitting- Modifications of parameters of |RGP
RGP torics and Bi-torics. Dispensing and evaluation of fitting
Scleral lenses. Dispensing and evaluation of fitting
Correction of presbyopia Bifocal, Diffractive Multiple zones, Multifocal lenses, Monovision
Keratoconus, selection of lens, keratoconic, soft, RGP, hybrid, scleral, piggyback
Therapeutic, After surgery
Special fittings (Orthokeratology, for children, cosmetics, proschetics)
7014 Ergonomic and Enviromental Illumination
ECTS 5
COURSE DESCRIPTION • Light, photometry, lighting calculations and measurements, sense of brightness and whiteness, color, color temperature, surface color, color rendering index of artificial light sources, lamps and luminaires, daylight. • Vision, eye adaptation capabilities of vision system • Lighting and circadian system, lighting and work • Lighting and visual discomfort, approaches to improve visual comfort • Lighting and perception of space and objects • Lighting for special occasions (office, industrial, of escape, driving for seniors) • Light and health Light pollution
9015 Marketing and Sales Management
ECTS 5
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Importance of Marketing for the optical company. Analytical methods of marketing-product life cycle.
Analysis of competition-Macro-economic environment
Analysis of consumer purchasing behavior. Primary-Secondary data.
Questionnaire -Pilot analysis. Statistics and data processing. Conclusions- Applications
Promotion of products. Applications of the theory of the consumer
Function-cost production. Determination of the supply function. Healthy competition. Applications.
Basic concepts of advertising. The production and advertising media. The targeting and measuring the effects of advertising
Operation of sales. Preparation-Planning - Problems and political distribution of goods. Problems and policy of promoting products
Problems on pricing and sales. Control of sales. Legislation and regulatory mechanisms of the market sales.
Method approach of the customer. Sales strategy. Main categories of sales.
9016 Phychology of Vision
ECTS 5
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Introduction (concepts, objects and methods of psychology), evolution of psychology
(presentation of the scientific formulation of psychology. Psychology and its relation to other sciences of Man)
Learning - memory-thought- intelligence, concepts (theories and applications for children)
The Senses and control of the mind. Explanation stimuli and effect.
The brain and sensory nerves
Vision as a psychological phenomenon, stimulus and stimulus transfer, optic nerves and brain lobes, optic chiasm, interpretation of the phenomenon of vision