INTRODUCTION TO THE VISUAL SYSTEM
Become familiar with the basic science within ophthalmology. Comprehensive analysis of four common ophthalmic diseases, including ocular surface infections and immunology, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, and age-related macular degeneration.
Prerequisites & course information
Requisites: MED SC-M 810 , 811 , 812 , and 813 Course Designation: Grad 50% - Counts toward 50% graduate coursework requirement Repeatable for Credit: No Last Taught: Spring 2026 Learning Outcomes: 1. Describe fundamental principles of diabetic retinopathy. Audience: Graduate 2. Demonstrate knowledge of fundamental principles of glaucoma. Audience: Graduate 3. Demonstrate knowledge of fundamental principles age related macular degeneration. Audience: Graduate 4. Demonstrate knowledge of ocular surface disease including corneal disease and uveitis. Audience: Graduate 5. Be able to critically analyze and discuss research papers. Audience: Graduate 6. Be able to complete one research project per week with a research mentor. Audience: Graduate Learning Outcomes: 1. Describe fundamental principles of diabetic retinopathy. Audience: Graduate 2. Demonstrate knowledge of fundamental principles of glaucoma. Audience: Graduate 3. Demonstrate knowledge of fundamental principles age related macular degeneration. Audience: Graduate 4. Demonstrate knowledge of ocular surface disease including corneal disease and uveitis. Audience: Graduate 5. Be able to critically analyze and discuss research papers. Audience: Graduate 6. Be able to complete one research project per week with a research mentor. Audience: Graduate
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026-2027