Specialty Optometry Laboratory

At the end of the Specialty Optometry Lab course, student should be able to: 1. determine the procedure to use for managing a particular ocular disorder; 2. explain normal childhood development in relation to visual function; 3. determine type of therapy for pediatric visual disorder; 4. determine the treatment protocol for geriatric oculo-visual conditions; 5. apply orthoptic therapy appropriately as needed; 6. develop basic skills in the use of special equipment such as synopthophore in managing binocular vision anomalies; and 7. acquired basic knowledge in the use of special ophthalmic equipment for diagnosis and management of ocular conditions.

Laboratory exercises in Orthoptics, Geriatric, Paediatric Clinics. Use of instruments and techniques in these fields.