BVI 582 - ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY OF THE EYE

College of Education

Credits: 3

This course will cover the anatomy and physiology of the eye, including visual development. Causes of ocular and neurological visual impairment will be addressed, treatments, and their impact on learning. Course topics will include optics, low vision devices and services, environmental adaptations, and interpreting eye reports. Learners will have the opportunity to directly observe a low vision evaluation and will learn the components of a functional vision assessment.

Prerequisite(s):
Prereq: Admission to the Teacher Preparation Program in Visual Impairments, Orientation and Mobility program, or instructor permission required.
Approved for Distance Learning.