Academic year 2021 - 2022

•     Abnormal Ocular Condition and Refractive Surgery SX00DS11-3001 01.08.2021-31.12.2021  15 credits  (SXE19S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  Knowledge base
  Students are able to
  • describe the abnormal eye conditions, risk factors and treatment for: (1) orbit, and ocular adnexa, (2) lacrimal system, (3) conjunctiva, (4) cornea, (5) sclera and episclera, (6) anterior uvea (iris and ciliary body), (7) pupillary, accommodative and refractive pathology, (8) anterior chamber, angle structures and IOP, (9) lens, (10) vitreous, (11) choroid, (12) retina (including abnormal ocular conditions affecting its different layers and anatomical landmarks, e.g., macula, fovea, foveolar, mid-periphery, periphery etc.), (13) optic nerve and the optic nerve head, (14) sensory neuro-visual pathology, and (15) oculomotor neuropathology, and (16) systemic diseases affecting the eye, (17) ocular emergency and urgent situations.
  • discuss, explain, and undertake examinations and management of patients wanting to undergo or who have undergone refractive surgery. Knowledge, understanding and testing skills should be demonstrated in the areas of (1) patient counselling and (2) pre- and post-operative assessments. Knowledge and understanding should be demonstrated in the (3) different treatment options and (4) postoperative complications.
  
  
  Clinical/practical base
  Students are able to
  • detect, describe their findings, and evaluate their significance by the following examination methods: (1) automatic perimeter, (2) contact tonometry (3) contact-pachymetry, (4) gonioscopy, (5) indirect ophthalmoscopy (6) fundus and anterior part imaging including Optical Coherence Tomography (7) dry eye tests (8) slit lamp microscopy
  • use diagnostic drugs safely manner
  
  Clinical exam
  Students are able to
  • use, interpret and explain the findings: Ophthalmoscopy (direct monocular indirect and binocular indirect), pachymetry, microscopy for fundus examination and health assessment, contact tonometry.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Pathology and Pharmacology

  Course contents

  Examination techniques:
  Evaluation of visual fields with automatic perimeter
  •definition and terminology
  • factors affecting the retina sensitivity
  Static perimeter
  •stimulus luminance and sensitivity of the retina
  •thresholds
  • test strategies (full threshold, fast threshold, screening)
  • testing
  Goldmannin aplanaatiotonometria
  - periaate
  Visual field defects and visual pathway
  Visual field examination
  • glaucoma
  • interpretation of the visual field result
  • recording
  Tonometer
  Goldmann Aplanation Tonometry
  • the principle
  • measurement and use of local anesthesia
  • normal values and its meaning
  • factors that affect measurements and factors that affect pressure
  • recording
  Pachymetry
  • the principle
  • measurement and use of local anesthesia
  • normal values and their meaning
  • measurement-related issues and relationship to eye pressure
  • recording
  Evaluation of the anterior chamber and gonioscopy
  Lens options and optical principle (Goldmann 3 Mirror Lens and 4 Mirror Lens)
  • indications for use
  • Identification of structures
  •use of a local anesthetic
  • anterior chamber depth assessment with van Heric technique
  Ophthalmoscopy - monocular and binocular indirect techniques
  • monocular and indirect binocular head band ophthalmoscopy and microscopy of the fundus
  • techniques and lens options and optical principle (field and magnification)
  • procedure and technique
  • image reversed and inverted
  • use of mydriatics
  • view of peripheral fundus
  • normal and abnormal findings
  •recording
  Imaging
  •various imaging techniques including OCT, SLO, FAF
  Dry eye test
  • observation, detecting, recognition and techniques
  • examining the shape and location of unusual findings by microscope, including clusters, opacities, etc.
  • lids and cornea microscopy findings in primary conjunctival disease
  • signs and symptoms related to systemic diseases
  • differential diagnosis of viral infection, bacterial infection and allergic conjunctivitis
  
  Abnormal ocular conditions: Epidemiology, pathophysiology, diagnose, treatment options, prognosis and signs of associated general diseases
  
  1 Orbit and ocular adnexa:
  • Assessment of asymmetrical fissures
  • Recognition of dysplasia craniofacial appearance
  • General workup for periorbital ache/pain of unknown cause
  • Exophthalmometry
  • Palpation of orbital rim and anterior orbit
  • Evaluation of episcleral venous dilation
  • Assessment of periorbital oedema
  • Testing for orbital bruits
  • Valsalva maneuver in proptosis
  • Workup for supected blow out fracture
  • Tests for restrictive myopathy
  • Special tests including tomograms, ultrasound, GT-scan, venograms
  • enophthalmos, exophthalmos, proptosis
  • preceptal cellulitis
  • orbital cellulitis
  • tenonitis
  • orbital pseudotumour
  • granulomatosis with polyangiitis (GPA), (Wegener's g.)
  • Graves disease
  • dermoid cyst
  • hemangioma
  • lacrimal gland tumors
  • orbital lymphoma
  • rhabdomyosarcoma
  Examination:
  • Palpation of relevant structures
  • Lid eversion
  • Diagnosis and management of marginal lid disease
  • Tonus and strength testing of facial and lid muscles by the thrid and seventh cranial nerves
  • Tests for integrity of the fifth cranial nerve
  • Sinus evaluation (history, discharge, fever, etc.)
  • Biomicroscopic appearance of relevant structures in health and disease
  • External phtography and documentation
  
  2 Lacrimal system and tears secretion:
  Tears
  • Sjögren syndrooma (primary/secundary)
  • Dry eye disease (definition, etiology, classification, /assessment, tests, treatment according to DEWS II)
  • Punctal plugs
  • Palpation of sac, canaliculi, and lacrimal fossa; observation of lid dynamics, punctal position
  • Saccharin taste test
  • Signs and symptoms of related systemic diseases
  • Punctal dilation; probing and lacrimal syringing
  • Punctum/canalicular occlusion
  Lacrimal system
  • dacryoadenitis acute and chronic
  • lacrimal gland tumors
  • congenital dacryostenosis
  • dacryocystitis acute and chronic
  3 Conjunctiva
  o Biomicroscopy to highlight and describe morpholog and location of ireegularities, deposits, opacities, etc.
  o Evaluation of preauricular and submandibular lymph nodes
  o History and evaluation of oropharynx for associated upper respiratory illness
  o History related to associated urniary tract infection
  o Biomicroscopic appreance of varied appearance of the lids and cornea in primay conjunctival disease
  o Swabbing, scraping; smears, stains and cultures
  o Signs and symptoms o related systemic diseases
  • hyperemia
  • subconjunctival sugillation
  • conjunctivitis acute and chronic
  • conjunctivitis bacterial, viral, allergic (atopic, chronic, vernalis)
  • ophthalmia neonatorum
  • inclusion conjunctivitis, conjunctivitis trachomatosa
  • conjunctivitis epidemica
  • papillary conjunctivitis
  • degenerations (pinguecula, pterygium)
  • tumors (dermoids, naevus, melanoma, carcinoma)
  Differential diagnosis of viral, bacterial and allergic conjunctivitis
  oTreatment of conjunctivits
  Evaluation of regional lymph nodes
  
  4 Cornea
  o oBiomicroscopy to highlight and describe morpholog and location of ireegularities, deposits, opacities, etc.
  oEvaluation of surface optical quality and abnormal curvature via reflections
  oObtaining and interpreting smears and cultures
  oSigns and symptoms of related systemic diseases
  • layers
  • transparency
  • infections (bacterial, viral, fungal, acanthamoeba)
  • degenerations (arcus senilis, arcus lipoides, pterygium, bandkeratopathy)
  • map-dot fingerprint-dystrophy (epithelial basement membrane dystrophy)
  • stromal dystrophies (granular, macular, lattice)
  • Fuch’s endotherial dystrophy
  • keratoconus
  
  5 Sclera
  oInvestigation of entities producing pain in or referred to eye and orbit
  oBiomicroscopic techniques useful to detect episcleral and scleral inflammation deep to conjunctival injection/chemosis
  oIndirect ophthalmoscopy to detect posterior scleritis
  oSigns and symptoms of related systemic diseases
  oUse of topical vasoconstrictor
  • episcleritis
  • scleritis (anterior)
  
  6 Iris and ciliary body
  oTransillumination in albinoids
  oEvaluation of pupil
  oBinocular indirect ophthalmoscopy, with scleral depression
  oReferral critera for special tests
  oSigns and symptoms of related systemic diseases
  
  7 Pupillary, accommodative and refractive pathology
  oEvaluation of the sympathetic pathway
  oEvaluation of the parasympathetic pathway and surrounds in third nerve disease
  oRelevant pharmacology: including diagnostic tests in Adie’s and Horner’s syndromes; testing for a pharmacologically blocked pupil as well as the effects of autonomically active drugs and toxicology o accommodative paresis, spasm and ciliary body oedema
  oSwinging flashlight and pupil cycle tests
  oEvaluation and recognition of signs of aberrant regeneration
  oEvaluation of deep tendon reflexes in Adie’s syndrome
  oEvaluation of suspicious refractive shifts
  
  8 Anterior chamber, angle structures and abnormal IOP
  oTensions
  oBiomicroscopic appearance of associated anterior segment signs of glaucomas
  oAssessment of post surgical eyes
  
  9 Lens, aphakia and pseudophakia
  • lens metabolism and toxicology
  • cataract types: congenital, juvenile, senile
  • nuclear, cortical and subcapsular cataract
  • trauma, infection and inflammation, metabolism disorders, genetic disorders
  • surgery treatment
  • complications after surgery
  
  10 Vitreous and vitreo-retinal disorders
  • Vitreous and age
  • Posterior vitreous detachment
  • Asteroid hyalosis
  • Vitreous hemorrhage
  • Vitreus and retina anatomy
  • Retinal detachment: regmatogenic, traktioablation- ja eksudative ablation
  • Retinal detachment: differential diagnosis
  • Retinoschisis
  • Macula hole
  • Macula pucker, epiretinal membrane
  
  11 Choroid, uvea
  • Choroid coloboma
  • Uveitis types
  • Choroidal nevus
  • Choroidal melanoma
  
  12 Retina
  • Retinal blood circulation
  • Signs of retinal diseases
  • Changes in retinal pigment epithelium
  • Retinal dystrophies
  • Retinopatia centralis serosa
  • Macula degenerations
  • Seniili macula degeneraation
  • Myopic macula degeneraation
  • Vascular diseases: retinal artery and retinal vein occlusions, retinal infections, non-typical retinal vein
  
  13 Optic nerve head and papilla
  o nerve toxicology
  o colour vision testing in optic nerve disorders
  o visual field testing
  o testing for objective and subjective afferent papillary defects
  o pupil cycle ties
  o Pulfrich phenomenon
  o use of neutral density filters
  o interpretation o electrodiagnostic tests, coontrast sensitivity, etc.
  o observation of nerve head and peripapillary retina with opthalmoscope, fundus lenses and stereophotography
  o carotid assessment
  o plain x-rays, tomograms, CT-scans ultrasound and intravenous fluorescein
  • blood circulation in optic nerve head
  • signs of optic nerve head diseases
  • congenital abnormalities and pseudopapilloedema
  • myopic optic nerve head
  • pathological edema of the optic nerve head
  • papillitis
  • iscemic papillopathy
  • glaucoma signs
  • papilla and tumors
  
  14 Senosoorinen neurovisuaalinen patologia:
  oTransient neuro-visual episodes
  oDetailed visal fields
  oDetailed headache workup
  oIndications, limitations, risks and costs of intravenous angiography, direct puncture angiography, plain x-rays, tomograms, CT-scan, air studies EEG, radio-nucleotide scanning, nuclear magnetic resonance scand
  oSigns and symptoms of related systemic diseases
  
  15 Okulomoorinen neuropatologia
  oObjective and subjective testing for incomitancy
  oStrength and fatigue testing in myopathies
  oRecognition and examinatnion for orbital signs
  oUnderstanding indications for intravenous tension
  oSigns and symptoms of related systemic diseases and observation, inspection, recognition of signs, and techniques and skills appropriate to supranuclear oculomotor neuropathology including:
  •Observation, inspection and testing stability or eyes infixation
  •Testing for adequacy of pursuits
  •Testing fro adequacy of saccades
  •Testing for extraocular muscle reflexes
  •Assessment of ”dizzy” patient
  
  16 General diseases and eye
  • Ocular findings of systemic diseases
  • Hypertension and hypertensive retinopathy
  
  17 Ocular emergency and urgent situations
  Ocular injury/trauma
  • foreign body (corneal/conjunctival/intraorbital)
  • corneal abrasion
  • penetrating ocular injury, ruptured globe
  • blunt trauma, blow-out fracture
  • swollen lids
  • chemical injuries
  • radiation damage
  • burns
  • conjunctival and lid lacerations
  Urgent referrals
  
  Refractive surgery:
  Biology and biomechanics of corneal refractive surgery
  o Corneal wound healing
  o Munnerlyn’s formula
  Referrals
  o Absolute and relative general health contraindications
  o Absolute and relative ocular health contraindications
  Pre-operative assessment
  o History and symptoms
  o Vision assessment (high and low contrast)
  o Ocular examinatinon
  o Pachymetry
  o Keratometry
  o Topography
  o Tomography
  o Pupillometry
  o Wavefront abberometry
  Patient counselling
  o Patient expectations: dispelling the myths
  o Vision after treatment
  o Risk and complications
  o Informed consent
  Precautions
  o Ectasia
  o Corneal dystrophies
  o Keratitis
  Treatment options
  o Incisional keratotomy (RK, AK)
  o Surface ablation: Photorefractive Keratectomy (PRK) and Laser epithelial kertomileusis (LASEK)
  o Laser in-situ kertomileusis (LASIK)
  o Clear lens extraction and intraoculr lens (IOL) implant
  o Phacic intraocular lens implant
  o Implantable contact lens (ICL)
  o Intrastromal corneal implants
  Postoperative assessment
  o Follow-up schedule
  o Typical symptoms
  o Vision assessement
  o Ocular examination
  o Typical early postoperative signs
  Postoperative complications
  o Keratitis
  o Diffuse lamellar keratitis
  o Steroid response and elevated IOP
  o Haze and regression
  o Microkeratome-related and other flap related complications
  o Dry eye and neurotrophic epitheliopathy
  o Epithelial ingrowth
  o Visual complications
  o Ectasia
  o Endophthalmitis
  Postoperative care
  o Discharge criteria
  o Considerations for re-treatment

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student is able to:
  - display learning in professional knowledge and core content in the field
  - search information from a variety of sources
  - work in various duties in a variety of operating environments
  - show that he has achieved the targets for core competence
  - display learning in the key safety practices in the field
  - act according to ethical principles
  - to contribute his learning for the benefit of a group or project

  Good

  The student is able to:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field systematically
  - find information and assess and use information sources with a critical eye
  - apply professional information in professional assignments
  - apply professional expertise in various work assignments
  - act independently and responsibly in professional contexts
  - plan operations with safety in mind
  - act according to professional ethics
  - act purposefully in working groups and projects

  Excellent

  The student is able to:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field professionally
  - argue the use of his sources - argue a course of action on the basis of research information or findings
  - operate in a range of duties and work situations, also in international contexts
  - to act in a way that is customeroriented and displays entrepreneurial spirit
  - to act responsibly, taking safety issues into consideration
  - argue his choices on the basis of professional ethics
  - organise and manage the operation of a group and project

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Päivi Nokipii

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Recommended or required reading

  Books
  - Atlas Of Clinical Ophthalmology, 3rd Edition by David J. Spalton FRCS FRCP FRCOphth (Author), Roger A. Hitchings FRCOphth (Author), Paul Hunter FRCP FRCOphth (Author), Gower Medical Publishing Ltd, London England, ISBN-13: 978-0323036566 ISBN-10: 0323036562.
  - Roy and Fraunfelder's Current Ocular Therapy 6th Edition, F. Hampton Roy (Author), Frederick Fraunfelder (Author), Saunders, 30th November 2007, ISBN: 9781437721126.
  - Silmätautien käsikirja (A Finnish textbook of clinical manual of ophthalmology); Matti Seppänen, Juha Holopainen, Kai Kaarniranta, Niko Setälä, Hannu Uusitalo (ed.); 1th Edition 2018, Duodecim, ISBN: 978-951-656-422-0.
  - Kanski´s Clinical Ophthalmology: A Systematic Approach, 8th Edition by Brad Bowling FRCSEd (Ophth), FRCOphth, FRANZCO (Author), Elsevier 2016, ISBN: 978-0-7020-5572-0, 978-0-7020-5573-7
  
  Käypähoito suositukset (national guidelines): Glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, cataract.

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Lectures
  Practical sessions
  Individual guidance
  Guided assignments
  Written assignment

  Assessment methods and criteria

  Written examination/examinations.
  Clinical exams (3)
  Practicals returned and approved.
  To pass the course, the students are expected to attend the lectures and practicals.

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  01.08.2021 - 31.12.2021

  Enrollment date

  03.05.2021 - 16.05.2021

  • 15 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXE19S1

  Teacher(s)

  Pia Mäkelä, Optometria Virtuaali, Päivi Nokipii, Satu Autio

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Optometry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

  Exam schedule

  Posterior segment: written examination 25.10.2021 Retake 1: 22.11.2021. Retake 2: 16.12.2021.
  Anterior segment: written examination 14.12.2021. Retake 1: Spring 2022. Retake 2: Spring 2022.

  Students use of time and load

  Abnormal ocular conditions 9 ECTS
  
  Clinical techniques including practicals 4 ECTS
  - 22pcs practicals (3h x 22=66h)
  - Clinical exams (1. direct ophthalmoscopy 2. Van herick + GAT + CCT 3. Microscopy (anterior and posterior segment evaluation)
  
  Refractive surgery 2 ECTS

  Content periodicity

  Examination techniques:
  Evaluation of visual fields with automatic perimeter
  •definition and terminology
  • factors affecting the retina sensitivity
  Static perimeter
  •stimulus luminance and sensitivity of the retina
  •thresholds
  • test strategies (full threshold, fast threshold, screening)
  • testing
  Goldmannin aplanaatiotonometria
  - periaate
  Visual field defects and visual pathway
  Visual field examination
  • glaucoma
  • interpretation of the visual field result
  • recording
  Tonometer
  Goldmann Aplanation Tonometry
  • the principle
  • measurement and use of local anesthesia
  • normal values and its meaning
  • factors that affect measurements and factors that affect pressure
  • recording
  Pachymetry
  • the principle
  • measurement and use of local anesthesia
  • normal values and their meaning
  • measurement-related issues and relationship to eye pressure
  • recording
  Evaluation of the anterior chamber and gonioscopy
  Lens options and optical principle (Goldmann 3 Mirror Lens and 4 Mirror Lens)
  • indications for use
  • Identification of structures
  •use of a local anesthetic
  • anterior chamber depth assessment with van Heric technique
  Ophthalmoscopy - monocular and binocular indirect techniques
  • monocular and indirect binocular head band ophthalmoscopy and microscopy of the fundus
  • techniques and lens options and optical principle (field and magnification)
  • procedure and technique
  • image reversed and inverted
  • use of mydriatics
  • view of peripheral fundus
  • normal and abnormal findings
  •recording
  Imaging
  •various imaging techniques including OCT, SLO, FAF
  Dry eye test
  • observation, detecting, recognition and techniques
  • examining the shape and location of unusual findings by microscope, including clusters, opacities, etc.
  • lids and cornea microscopy findings in primary conjunctival disease
  • signs and symptoms related to systemic diseases
  • differential diagnosis of viral infection, bacterial infection and allergic conjunctivitis
  
  Abnormal ocular conditions: Epidemiology, pathophysiology, diagnose, treatment options, prognosis and signs of associated general diseases
  
  1 Orbit and ocular adnexa:
  • Assessment of asymmetrical fissures
  • Recognition of dysplasia craniofacial appearance
  • General workup for periorbital ache/pain of unknown cause
  • Exophthalmometry
  • Palpation of orbital rim and anterior orbit
  • Evaluation of episcleral venous dilation
  • Assessment of periorbital oedema
  • Testing for orbital bruits
  • Valsalva maneuver in proptosis
  • Workup for supected blow out fracture
  • Tests for restrictive myopathy
  • Special tests including tomograms, ultrasound, GT-scan, venograms
  • enophthalmos, exophthalmos, proptosis
  • preceptal cellulitis
  • orbital cellulitis
  • tenonitis
  • orbital pseudotumour
  • granulomatosis with polyangiitis (GPA), (Wegener's g.)
  • Graves disease
  • dermoid cyst
  • hemangioma
  • lacrimal gland tumors
  • orbital lymphoma
  • rhabdomyosarcoma
  Examination:
  • Palpation of relevant structures
  • Lid eversion
  • Diagnosis and management of marginal lid disease
  • Tonus and strength testing of facial and lid muscles by the thrid and seventh cranial nerves
  • Tests for integrity of the fifth cranial nerve
  • Sinus evaluation (history, discharge, fever, etc.)
  • Biomicroscopic appearance of relevant structures in health and disease
  • External phtography and documentation
  
  2 Lacrimal system and tears secretion:
  Tears
  • Sjögren syndrooma (primary/secundary)
  • Dry eye disease (definition, etiology, classification, /assessment, tests, treatment according to DEWS II)
  • Punctal plugs
  • Palpation of sac, canaliculi, and lacrimal fossa; observation of lid dynamics, punctal position
  • Saccharin taste test
  • Signs and symptoms of related systemic diseases
  • Punctal dilation; probing and lacrimal syringing
  • Punctum/canalicular occlusion
  Lacrimal system
  • dacryoadenitis acute and chronic
  • lacrimal gland tumors
  • congenital dacryostenosis
  • dacryocystitis acute and chronic
  3 Conjunctiva
  o Biomicroscopy to highlight and describe morpholog and location of ireegularities, deposits, opacities, etc.
  o Evaluation of preauricular and submandibular lymph nodes
  o History and evaluation of oropharynx for associated upper respiratory illness
  o History related to associated urniary tract infection
  o Biomicroscopic appreance of varied appearance of the lids and cornea in primay conjunctival disease
  o Swabbing, scraping; smears, stains and cultures
  o Signs and symptoms o related systemic diseases
  • hyperemia
  • subconjunctival sugillation
  • conjunctivitis acute and chronic
  • conjunctivitis bacterial, viral, allergic (atopic, chronic, vernalis)
  • ophthalmia neonatorum
  • inclusion conjunctivitis, conjunctivitis trachomatosa
  • conjunctivitis epidemica
  • papillary conjunctivitis
  • degenerations (pinguecula, pterygium)
  • tumors (dermoids, naevus, melanoma, carcinoma)
  Differential diagnosis of viral, bacterial and allergic conjunctivitis
  oTreatment of conjunctivits
  Evaluation of regional lymph nodes
  
  4 Cornea
  o oBiomicroscopy to highlight and describe morpholog and location of ireegularities, deposits, opacities, etc.
  oEvaluation of surface optical quality and abnormal curvature via reflections
  oObtaining and interpreting smears and cultures
  oSigns and symptoms of related systemic diseases
  • layers
  • transparency
  • infections (bacterial, viral, fungal, acanthamoeba)
  • degenerations (arcus senilis, arcus lipoides, pterygium, bandkeratopathy)
  • map-dot fingerprint-dystrophy (epithelial basement membrane dystrophy)
  • stromal dystrophies (granular, macular, lattice)
  • Fuch’s endotherial dystrophy
  • keratoconus
  
  5 Sclera
  oInvestigation of entities producing pain in or referred to eye and orbit
  oBiomicroscopic techniques useful to detect episcleral and scleral inflammation deep to conjunctival injection/chemosis
  oIndirect ophthalmoscopy to detect posterior scleritis
  oSigns and symptoms of related systemic diseases
  oUse of topical vasoconstrictor
  • episcleritis
  • scleritis (anterior)
  
  6 Iris and ciliary body
  oTransillumination in albinoids
  oEvaluation of pupil
  oBinocular indirect ophthalmoscopy, with scleral depression
  oReferral critera for special tests
  oSigns and symptoms of related systemic diseases
  
  7 Pupillary, accommodative and refractive pathology
  oEvaluation of the sympathetic pathway
  oEvaluation of the parasympathetic pathway and surrounds in third nerve disease
  oRelevant pharmacology: including diagnostic tests in Adie’s and Horner’s syndromes; testing for a pharmacologically blocked pupil as well as the effects of autonomically active drugs and toxicology o accommodative paresis, spasm and ciliary body oedema
  oSwinging flashlight and pupil cycle tests
  oEvaluation and recognition of signs of aberrant regeneration
  oEvaluation of deep tendon reflexes in Adie’s syndrome
  oEvaluation of suspicious refractive shifts
  
  8 Anterior chamber, angle structures and abnormal IOP
  oTensions
  oBiomicroscopic appearance of associated anterior segment signs of glaucomas
  oAssessment of post surgical eyes
  
  9 Lens, aphakia and pseudophakia
  • lens metabolism and toxicology
  • cataract types: congenital, juvenile, senile
  • nuclear, cortical and subcapsular cataract
  • trauma, infection and inflammation, metabolism disorders, genetic disorders
  • surgery treatment
  • complications after surgery
  
  10 Vitreous and vitreo-retinal disorders
  • Vitreous and age
  • Posterior vitreous detachment
  • Asteroid hyalosis
  • Vitreous hemorrhage
  • Vitreus and retina anatomy
  • Retinal detachment: regmatogenic, traktioablation- ja eksudative ablation
  • Retinal detachment: differential diagnosis
  • Retinoschisis
  • Macula hole
  • Macula pucker, epiretinal membrane
  
  11 Choroid, uvea
  • Choroid coloboma
  • Uveitis types
  • Choroidal nevus
  • Choroidal melanoma
  
  12 Retina
  • Retinal blood circulation
  • Signs of retinal diseases
  • Changes in retinal pigment epithelium
  • Retinal dystrophies
  • Retinopatia centralis serosa
  • Macula degenerations
  • Seniili macula degeneraation
  • Myopic macula degeneraation
  • Vascular diseases: retinal artery and retinal vein occlusions, retinal infections, non-typical retinal vein
  
  13 Optic nerve head and papilla
  o nerve toxicology
  o colour vision testing in optic nerve disorders
  o visual field testing
  o testing for objective and subjective afferent papillary defects
  o pupil cycle ties
  o Pulfrich phenomenon
  o use of neutral density filters
  o interpretation o electrodiagnostic tests, coontrast sensitivity, etc.
  o observation of nerve head and peripapillary retina with opthalmoscope, fundus lenses and stereophotography
  o carotid assessment
  o plain x-rays, tomograms, CT-scans ultrasound and intravenous fluorescein
  • blood circulation in optic nerve head
  • signs of optic nerve head diseases
  • congenital abnormalities and pseudopapilloedema
  • myopic optic nerve head
  • pathological edema of the optic nerve head
  • papillitis
  • iscemic papillopathy
  • glaucoma signs
  • papilla and tumors
  
  14 Senosoorinen neurovisuaalinen patologia:
  oTransient neuro-visual episodes
  oDetailed visal fields
  oDetailed headache workup
  oIndications, limitations, risks and costs of intravenous angiography, direct puncture angiography, plain x-rays, tomograms, CT-scan, air studies EEG, radio-nucleotide scanning, nuclear magnetic resonance scand
  oSigns and symptoms of related systemic diseases
  
  15 Okulomoorinen neuropatologia
  oObjective and subjective testing for incomitancy
  oStrength and fatigue testing in myopathies
  oRecognition and examinatnion for orbital signs
  oUnderstanding indications for intravenous tension
  oSigns and symptoms of related systemic diseases and observation, inspection, recognition of signs, and techniques and skills appropriate to supranuclear oculomotor neuropathology including:
  •Observation, inspection and testing stability or eyes infixation
  •Testing for adequacy of pursuits
  •Testing fro adequacy of saccades
  •Testing for extraocular muscle reflexes
  •Assessment of ”dizzy” patient
  
  16 General diseases and eye
  • Ocular findings of systemic diseases
  • Hypertension and hypertensive retinopathy
  
  17 Ocular emergency and urgent situations
  Ocular injury/trauma
  • foreign body (corneal/conjunctival/intraorbital)
  • corneal abrasion
  • penetrating ocular injury, ruptured globe
  • blunt trauma, blow-out fracture
  • swollen lids
  • chemical injuries
  • radiation damage
  • burns
  • conjunctival and lid lacerations
  Urgent referrals
  
  Refractive surgery:
  Biology and biomechanics of corneal refractive surgery
  o Corneal wound healing
  o Munnerlyn’s formula
  Referrals
  o Absolute and relative general health contraindications
  o Absolute and relative ocular health contraindications
  Pre-operative assessment
  o History and symptoms
  o Vision assessment (high and low contrast)
  o Ocular examinatinon
  o Pachymetry
  o Keratometry
  o Topography
  o Tomography
  o Pupillometry
  o Wavefront abberometry
  Patient counselling
  o Patient expectations: dispelling the myths
  o Vision after treatment
  o Risk and complications
  o Informed consent
  Precautions
  o Ectasia
  o Corneal dystrophies
  o Keratitis
  Treatment options
  o Incisional keratotomy (RK, AK)
  o Surface ablation: Photorefractive Keratectomy (PRK) and Laser epithelial kertomileusis (LASEK)
  o Laser in-situ kertomileusis (LASIK)
  o Clear lens extraction and intraoculr lens (IOL) implant
  o Phacic intraocular lens implant
  o Implantable contact lens (ICL)
  o Intrastromal corneal implants
  Postoperative assessment
  o Follow-up schedule
  o Typical symptoms
  o Vision assessement
  o Ocular examination
  o Typical early postoperative signs
  Postoperative complications
  o Keratitis
  o Diffuse lamellar keratitis
  o Steroid response and elevated IOP
  o Haze and regression
  o Microkeratome-related and other flap related complications
  o Dry eye and neurotrophic epitheliopathy
  o Epithelial ingrowth
  o Visual complications
  o Ectasia
  o Endophthalmitis
  Postoperative care
  o Discharge criteria
  o Considerations for re-treatment

•     Advanced Clinical Methods in Optometry SX00DC71-3009 16.08.2021-24.10.2021  5 credits  (SXE18S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  -Students are able to create and to keep clear, accurate and contemporaneous patient records and they have ability to interpret and respond appropriately to existing records.
  -Students are able to manage with non-tolerance cases.
  -Students are able to describe how to manage a patient presenting with an incomitant deviation and an adult patient with heterotropia.
  -Student can describe the normal overall development of the child. They are able to describe the characteristics of special learning difficulties and the manifestation of the child's everyday life. They can describe the general features of attention and executive functions disorders and know the relation to vision. The student recognizes the role of optometrist in supporting child development and knows the possibilities of multiprofessional cooperation.
  -Students are able to describe how to manage children at risk of developing or presenting with an anomaly of binocular vision. They are able to demonstrate an understanding of techniques for assessment of vision in infants. They have the ability to assess children’s visual function using appropriate techniques.
  -Students are able fit special contact lenses and are able to describe the principles of the orthokeratology lens fitting. They are able to tell special features then fitting to children and infants.
  -Students are able to advise on refractive surgery options. They have the ability to identify contraindications to refractive surgery. They have understanding of the techniques used in the pre-operative assessments. The have ability to manage the aftercare of patients having undergone.

  Course contents

  -General optometry: patient recording (KANTA)
  -Spectacle technology: multifocal lenses special cases: anisometropia, prisms corrections, intolerance cases.
  -Contact lens fitting: Specially designed lenses and fitting procedures for keratoconus, irregular corneas, keratoplastic and after refractive surgery, fitting procedures for orthokeratology.
  -Binocular vision: evaluation and management of heterotropia, incomitant deviations and nystagmus.
  -Pediatric optometry: normal motor, language and social development milestones, Reading, writing and arithmetic learning disability, ADHD and ADD and connection to vision, Services for supporting the child's learning. Paediatric communication, Assessment of visual acuity, Refractive examination, Spectacle dispensing, Paediatric contact lens fitting, Binocular vision disorders, Paediatric eye disorders
  -Refractive surgery: General health and ocular health contraindications, Pre-operative assessment, Patient counselling, Precautions: (ectasia, corneal dystrophies, keratitis. Basics of treatment options. Postoperative assessment: follow-up schedule, typical symptoms, vision assessment, ocular examination, typical early postoperative signs.

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student is able to:
  - display learning in core content
  - use individual professional concepts correctly
  - find information for a specific situation
  - distinguish between non-theoretical and theoretical information
  - act in individual professional situations as instructed - display learning in his professional field
  - show that he has achieved the targets for core competence
  - follow safety instructions
  - display learning in the ethical principles of his professional field
  - operate as a member of a student group

  Good

  The student is able to:
  - display an understanding of concepts and professional knowledge in the field
  - assess and limit the amount of information needed
  - operate well in typical professional duties and contexts
  - operate in a multicultural environment
  - operate safely
  - act according to professional ethics
  - operate in a student group

  Excellent

  The student is able to:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field systematically
  - assess and use various information sources
  - apply professional information in professional assignments
  - work in various duties in a variety of operating environments
  - act independently and responsibly in professional contexts
  - to take safety issues into consideration in his action
  - argue his choices on the basis of professional ethics
  - organise the activities of a group of students

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Satu Autio

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Recommended or required reading

  OT articles: Laser Eye Surgery: Back to the Future (Nadia Chaudhry, Alex Hamilton and Arun Brahma), Shared care in
  refractive surgery – Part 1-3 (Michelle Hanratty), Postoperative Cataract Guidence (Stanley Keys)
  A Guide to Scleral Lens Fitting 2010: Eef van der Worp, College of Optometry, Pacific University
  Clinical Orthoptics: Fiona J. Rowe 2012.
  KANTA-lectures.
  Silmätautien käsikirja 2018: Kappaleet Karsastus (Laura Lindberg), Lasten silmäsairaudet (Päivi Lindahl ja Kari Krootila) ja Taittovirhekirurgia (Jukka Moilanen)
  Optometry Today article The needs of patients with learning disabilities.
  Other literature will be announced later.

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Lectures: 30h
  Practicals: 16h
  Patient eye examinations in clinic

  Assessment methods and criteria

  Compulsory attendance 100%, written assignments must be passed, Written examination: 60% out of max require to pass. MCQ-examination represents 100 % of the final mark.

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  16.08.2021 - 24.10.2021

  Enrollment date

  03.05.2021 - 16.05.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXE18S1

  Seats

  0 - 35

  Teacher(s)

  Optometria Virtuaali, Johanna Valtanen, Satu Autio

  Further information for students

  In case a student has a decision on special support arrangements affecting the course the student needs to contact the teacher in charge right after enrollment period.
  .
  Detailed content:
  General optometry: keeping and managing patient records and KANTA, legal, professional and ethical obligations of a registered optometrist
  Clinic: colour vision assessment to determine whether it achieves the standards required by vocational group.
  Spectacle technology: multifocal lenses special cases: anisometropia, prisms corrections, intolerance cases.
  Contact lens fitting: Specially designed lenses and fitting procedures for keratoconus, irregular corneas, keratoplastic and after refractive surgery including quadrantic specific designs, oblique geometries with reverse curves and specifications of orders, fitting procedures for orthokeratology.
  Binocular vision:
  Incomitancy: etiology, pathophysiology, clinical characteristics, evaluation and management
  Heterotropia: clinical procedure and implications of the Hess screen, Parks–Bielschowsky and three-step test.
  Nystagmus: etiology, pathophysiology, clinical characteristics, evaluation and management including recognition of signs and objective and subjective testing for.
  Syndromes: Marcus Gunn Phenomenom (Jaw Winking), Moebius syndrome, Duane syndrome, Brown syndrome
  Microtropias: Definition, Prevalence, Features of microtropias, Examination, Treatment
  Pediatric optometry: reading, writing and arithmetic learning disability, ADHD and ADD and connection to vision. Clinical techniques and tests to assess the development of children at various ages including visual-motor integration, intersensory integration and bilateral integration and laterality. Paediatric communication.
  Tests that diagnose vision problems which may be associated with deviations from normal patterns of development; mental abilities, sensory abilities, neuromuscular and physical abilities, personal-social behaviours, speech and language abilities, multiple handicaps, specific learning disabilities. Role of the optometrist and other disciplines in screening, evaluating, managing and referring children who deviate from normal patterns of development.
  Refractive and binocular vision examination of infants and children including anamnesis, cover test, retinoscopy, Hirsberg, Brücner, 20 prd-test. Assessment of visual attention and acuity including tests, clinical procedure and implications; tests includes forced choice tests, Lea symbols, grating paddles and stereo acuity Lang.
  Spectacle dispensing, Paediatric contact lens fitting.
  Refractive surgery: General health and ocular health contraindications, Pre-operative assessment including tomography. Patient counselling, Precautions: (ectasia, corneal dystrophies, keratitis). Basics of treatment options. Postoperative assessment: follow-up schedule, typical symptoms, vision assessment, ocular examination, typical early postoperative signs.

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Optometry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

  Exam schedule

  Exam web-based in Moodle 17.9. at 9.00-11.00, re-exam 24.9. at 9.00-11.00, 2. re-exam 1.10. at 9.00-11.00.

  Students use of time and load

  Teaching consist of approx. 30h lectures and 16h practicals followed by a two hour exam.

•     Basics of the Eye Examination SX00DS01-3004 01.08.2021-24.10.2021  5 credits  (SXE21K1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  Knowledge base
  Students are able to
  
  • differentiate and describe the different refractive states, related symptoms and treatment
  • describe the general development of refractive errors
  • describe the mechanism of accommodation and it´s effects to vision
  • assess measurements of accommodation amplitude and visual acuity to normal values
  • describe the definition of visual acuity and the factors affecting it
  • calculate the size of the required optotype at different distances
  • calculate the change in visual acuity if there is an abnormal distance
  • describe optics of the retinoscopy and main parts of the phoropter
  
  Clinical/practical
  Students are able to
  • take patient history
  • assess refraction with retinoscopy
  • use trial frames, trial lenses, and phoropter and taking into account ergonomic issues
  • measure visual acuity and make the records of it
  • measure accommodation amblitude

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Spectacle application and manufacturing and Geometrical optics

  Course contents

  Refractive status: epidemiology, patient history, symptoms, distinguishing, treatment, spectacle correction and prognosis
  • emmetropia
  • myopia
  -empty field and night myopia, night myopia
  • hyperopia
  • astigmatism
  • accommodation
  • aphakia and pseudophakia, anisometropia (definitions)
  Eye examination room and equipment:
  Hygiene and cleaning
  o use and maintenance of tools
  Anamnesis, patient history:
  o Clinical Guidelines for eye examination
  o patient communication
  Static retinoscopy:
  o optics and use
  Visual acuity:
  o normal developement, emmetropization and age changes
  - tests for distance and near, tests for pediatrics, size of the optotypes, different optotypes, ISO standard
  o definitions of visual acuity
  o MAR, minimi angle of resolution
  o records (decimal, Snellen fracture, and logMAR) and measuring the acuity
  o factors influence to visual acuity, as retina eccentricity, refraction error, lighting intensity, contrast
  o calculating the effect of distance change
  Accommodaation:
  o mechanism, effects of age and diseases
  o Duane curve, Hofstetter-formulas
  o classification: -tonic, vergence, reflex and proximal
  o accommodation amplitude and measurement, (Duane line and push-up methods)
  o accommodation: field between far point and near point, comfortable zone
  o accommodation, pupil reflex and convergence, (the near triad)

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student is able to:
  - display learning in core content
  - use individual professional concepts correctly
  - find information for a specific situation
  - distinguish between non-theoretical and theoretical information
  - act in individual professional situations as instructed - display learning in his professional field
  - show that he has achieved the targets for core competence
  - follow safety instructions
  - display learning in the ethical principles of his professional field
  - operate as a member of a student group

  Good

  The student is able to:
  - display an understanding of concepts and professional knowledge in the field
  - assess and limit the amount of information needed
  - operate well in typical professional duties and contexts
  - operate in a multicultural environment
  - operate safely
  - act according to professional ethics
  - operate in a student group

  Excellent

  The student is able to:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field systematically
  - assess and use various information sources
  - apply professional information in professional assignments
  - work in various duties in a variety of operating environments
  - act independently and responsibly in professional contexts
  - to take safety issues into consideration in his action
  - argue his choices on the basis of professional ethics
  - organise the activities of a group of students

  ---

  Name of lecturer(s)

  Tanja Lehti

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Recommended or required reading

  David B. Elliot: 2014 Clinical Procedures in Primary Eye Care: The case history, Trial frame or phoropther? and Objective refraction.
  Clinical Guideline: Eye Examination
  ISO 8596: Ophtalmic optics – Visual acuity testing - Standard optotype and its presentation
  Borish Clinical Refraction
  1. Mark Rosenfield: Refractive status of the eye
  2. Karla Zadnik ja Donald O. Mutti: Incidence and
  distribution of refractive anomalies.
  3. David A. Goss: Development of the ametropias.
  4. Ciuffreda K.J. Accommodation, the pupil, and presbyopia
  7. Ian L. Bailey: Visual Acuity
  WHO 2015: The impact of myopia and high myopia. https://www.who.int/blindness/causes/MyopiaReportforWeb.pdf
  Cathleen Fedtke 2019: Spectacles: Progressive Addition Multifocals/Executive Bifocals/Light Diffusion Technology. Brian Holden Vision Institute.

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Lectures
  Practicals
  Case-learning

  Assessment methods and criteria

  Assignment and practicals pass/rewritten
  Written examination 70%
  Case-task 30%

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  01.08.2021 - 24.10.2021

  Enrollment date

  03.05.2021 - 16.05.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXE21K1

  Seats

  0 - 35

  Teacher(s)

  Johanna Valtanen, Tanja Lehti

  Further information for students

  Mikäli opiskelijalla on erityisen tuen päätös, joka vaikuttaa opintojakson suorittamiseen, tulee opiskelijan olla yhteydessä opintojaksototeutuksen vastuuopettajaan heti ilmoittautumisajan päätyttyä. (not translated)

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Optometry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

  Exam schedule

  Written exam 28.10.2021, 1. retake 22.11.2021, 2. retake 16.12.2021

  Students use of time and load

  Practicals 10 x 3h, 30 hours in total
  Lectures 7 x 3 , 21h in total
  written case assignment 27h
  individual assignments (calculations and written tasks) 8h
  written exam 2h
  independent work 47h

•     Basics of the Eye Examination SX00DS01-3005 01.01.2022-13.03.2022  5 credits  (SXE21S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  Knowledge base
  Students are able to
  
  • differentiate and describe the different refractive states, related symptoms and treatment
  • describe the general development of refractive errors
  • describe the mechanism of accommodation and it´s effects to vision
  • assess measurements of accommodation amplitude and visual acuity to normal values
  • describe the definition of visual acuity and the factors affecting it
  • calculate the size of the required optotype at different distances
  • calculate the change in visual acuity if there is an abnormal distance
  • describe optics of the retinoscopy and main parts of the phoropter
  
  Clinical/practical
  Students are able to
  • take patient history
  • assess refraction with retinoscopy
  • use trial frames, trial lenses, and phoropter and taking into account ergonomic issues
  • measure visual acuity and make the records of it
  • measure accommodation amblitude

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Spectacle application and manufacturing and Geometrical optics

  Course contents

  Refractive status: epidemiology, patient history, symptoms, distinguishing, treatment, spectacle correction and prognosis
  • emmetropia
  • myopia
  -empty field and night myopia, night myopia
  • hyperopia
  • astigmatism
  • accommodation
  • aphakia and pseudophakia, anisometropia (definitions)
  Eye examination room and equipment:
  Hygiene and cleaning
  o use and maintenance of tools
  Anamnesis, patient history:
  o Clinical Guidelines for eye examination
  o patient communication
  Static retinoscopy:
  o optics and use
  Visual acuity:
  o normal developement, emmetropization and age changes
  - tests for distance and near, tests for pediatrics, size of the optotypes, different optotypes, ISO standard
  o definitions of visual acuity
  o MAR, minimi angle of resolution
  o records (decimal, Snellen fracture, and logMAR) and measuring the acuity
  o factors influence to visual acuity, as retina eccentricity, refraction error, lighting intensity, contrast
  o calculating the effect of distance change
  Accommodaation:
  o mechanism, effects of age and diseases
  o Duane curve, Hofstetter-formulas
  o classification: -tonic, vergence, reflex and proximal
  o accommodation amplitude and measurement, (Duane line and push-up methods)
  o accommodation: field between far point and near point, comfortable zone
  o accommodation, pupil reflex and convergence, (the near triad)

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student is able to:
  - display learning in core content
  - use individual professional concepts correctly
  - find information for a specific situation
  - distinguish between non-theoretical and theoretical information
  - act in individual professional situations as instructed - display learning in his professional field
  - show that he has achieved the targets for core competence
  - follow safety instructions
  - display learning in the ethical principles of his professional field
  - operate as a member of a student group

  Good

  The student is able to:
  - display an understanding of concepts and professional knowledge in the field
  - assess and limit the amount of information needed
  - operate well in typical professional duties and contexts
  - operate in a multicultural environment
  - operate safely
  - act according to professional ethics
  - operate in a student group

  Excellent

  The student is able to:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field systematically
  - assess and use various information sources
  - apply professional information in professional assignments
  - work in various duties in a variety of operating environments
  - act independently and responsibly in professional contexts
  - to take safety issues into consideration in his action
  - argue his choices on the basis of professional ethics
  - organise the activities of a group of students

  ---

  Name of lecturer(s)

  Satu Autio

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Recommended or required reading

  David B. Elliot: 2014 Clinical Procedures in Primary Eye Care: The case history, Trial frame or phoropther? and Objective refraction.
  Clinical Guideline: Eye Examination
  ISO 8596: Ophtalmic optics – Visual acuity testing - Standard optotype and its presentation
  Borish Clinical Refraction
  1. Mark Rosenfield: Refractive status of the eye
  2. Karla Zadnik ja Donald O. Mutti: Incidence and
  distribution of refractive anomalies.
  3. David A. Goss: Development of the ametropias.
  4. Ciuffreda K.J. Accommodation, the pupil, and presbyopia
  7. Ian L. Bailey: Visual Acuity
  WHO 2015: The impact of myopia and high myopia. https://www.who.int/blindness/causes/MyopiaReportforWeb.pdf
  Cathleen Fedtke 2019: Spectacles: Progressive Addition Multifocals/Executive Bifocals/Light Diffusion Technology. Brian Holden Vision Institute.

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Lectures
  Practicals
  Case-learning

  Assessment methods and criteria

  Assignment and practicals pass/rewritten
  Written examination 70%
  Case-task 30%

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  01.01.2022 - 13.03.2022

  Enrollment date

  29.11.2021 - 12.12.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXE21S1

  Seats

  0 - 35

  Teacher(s)

  Satu Autio

  Further information for students

  Mikäli opiskelijalla on erityisen tuen päätös, joka vaikuttaa opintojakson suorittamiseen, tulee opiskelijan olla yhteydessä opintojaksototeutuksen vastuuopettajaan heti ilmoittautumisajan päätyttyä. (not translated)

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Optometry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

  Exam schedule

  Written exam xx.xx.2021, 1. retake xx.xx.2021, 2. retake xx.xx. 2021

  Students use of time and load

  Practicals 10 x 3h, 30 hours in total
  Lectures 7 x 3 , 21h in total
  written case group assignment 27h
  individual assignments (calculations and written tasks) 8h
  written exam 2h
  independent work 47h

•     Contact Lens Fitting and Work Placement SX00DS10-3002 16.08.2021-17.12.2021  15 credits  (SXE20K1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The student are able to
  • Explains the terminology related to contact lenses and their use
  • describe the characteristics of different contact lenses including materials (Dk, Dk / t, EOP, oxygen flux, ionic, water content), form factors and manufacturing, and uses
  • describe and calculate the optical properties of contact lenses
  • compare the differences in the correction wit contact lenses vs. spectacles
  • describe the methods and results of the contact lenses fitting, as well as the significance of the results for the successfull use.
  • describe the use of care products, content / ingredients
  • describe the most important contact lens complications and treatments
  • describe the basic features of special lenses (color, therapeutic, myopia control, scleral, miniscleral, toric RGP, orthokeratology, hybrid, contact lenses for children and babies)
  SKILL
  The student are able to
  • take a history for contact lens fitting and evaluate the suitability of contact lenses
  • evaluate the anterior part of the eye by microscopy for the use of contact lenses, including lid eversion and fluorescein examination
  • evaluate the possibility of dry eye and provide care if necessary
  • evaluate the shape of the cornea using keratometry and topography and calculate corneal astigmatism and residual astigmatism.
  • use the contact lens devices safely and ergonomically
  • insert the lenses (soft, corneal and miniscleral RGP) in one´s eye and remove them
  • fit soft contact lenses including toric and multifocal lenses
  • fit RGP spherical contact lenses in basic cases
  • provide training for the first time user including hygiene considerations and the use of contact lens solutions
  • carry out a follow-ups
  • measure the basic parameters of the contact lens
  • record the relevant information on the patient record clearly and write a prescription
  • apply the legislation and recommendations in relation to contact lenses fitting and patient records
  • search for information on lenses and studies on the area of contact lenses
  CLINICAL EXAM
  The students are able to
  - use a microscope and various forms of illumination to examine the anterior part of the eye, and interpret and explain the findings.
  - insert and remove the soft and the RGP lenses
  - perform the lid eversion and fluorescein examination and evaluate corneal integrity
  
  After work placement (5 ECTS), the students are able to make soft contact lens fittings for clients, guide them in the care products of contact lenses and tell about the use of contact lenses. They are able to guide the customer to the safe use of contact lens wearing. The students are able to perform eye examinations and analyze cases in a versatile manner.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Binocular Vision

  Course contents

  Observation and recognition of clinical signs, and techniques and skills including
  Lens types and materials:
  o Hard lenses
  o Haptics
  o Lathecut
  o Moulded
  o Spincast soft lenses
  Optics of contact lenses:
  o Curves
  o Zones
  o Widths and tear lens effects
  o Sagittal depth
  o Centre and edge thickness
  o Flex
  o Asphericity and toric designs
  o Quadrantic specific designs
  o Oblique geometrics with reverse curves
  Theories and methods of fitting:
  o Lens design
  o Specifications of orders
  o Lens verification and evaluation
  o Insertion and removal techniques
  o Design of waring schedules
  o Fluorescein evalutation and fitting criteria
  Patient selection based upon:
  o History
  o Analysis of primary care data
  o Correlations of data
  o Facial Physiognomy
  o Contraindications
  o Management based upon education
  o Patient handling and control
  The examination of a new prospective contact lens patient including
  o History
  o Anterior segment examination
  o Measurement of anterior segment
  Contact lens selection from presently available types and forms of lenses
  
  Care of lenses:
  o Handling
  o Cleaning
  o Preservatives available
  o Disinfection methods
  o Solutions
  Follow-up care
  o Adaptation
  o Physiologic and post-fitting complications
  o Allergic responses
  o Lens changes
  o Mechanical problems
  Bifocal, mutlifocal and astigmatic contact lenses:
  o Types
  o Basis of selection and adaptation
  o Techniques of fitting
  Specially designed lenses and fitting procedures for:
  o Keratoconus
  o Irregular corneas
  o Keratoplastic
  o After refractive surgeries
  o Sports vision
  o Diseased and traumatic corneas
  o Cosmetic (prosthetic) use
  o Iris colour changes
  o Amblyopia
  o Colour vision deficiencies
  Specially designed lenses and fitting procedures for orthokeratology
  Fitting procedures for myopia control
  Pediatric contact lens fitting
  Parameter modification in theory and practice
  Wavefront technology and contact lenses
  Treatment and management of refractive/oculomotor/sensory integrative conditions using contact lenses
  Pediatric contact lens fitting
  Signs and symptoms of eye-related general disorders

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student is able to:
  - display learning in professional knowledge and core content in the field
  - search information from a variety of sources
  - work in various duties in a variety of operating environments
  - show that he has achieved the targets for core competence
  - display learning in the key safety practices in the field
  - act according to ethical principles
  - to contribute his learning for the benefit of a group or project

  Good

  The student is able to:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field systematically
  - find information and assess and use information sources with a critical eye
  - apply professional information in professional assignments
  - apply professional expertise in various work assignments
  - act independently and responsibly in professional contexts
  - plan operations with safety in mind
  - act according to professional ethics
  - act purposefully in working groups and projects

  Excellent

  The student is able to:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field professionally
  - argue the use of his sources - argue a course of action on the basis of research information or findings
  - operate in a range of duties and work situations, also in international contexts
  - to act in a way that is customeroriented and displays entrepreneurial spirit
  - to act responsibly, taking safety issues into consideration
  - argue his choices on the basis of professional ethics
  - organise and manage the operation of a group and project

  ---

  Name of lecturer(s)

  Pia Mäkelä

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Recommended or required reading

  Lecture notes, articles
  Web-source: https://www.jnjvisioncare.co.uk/educational-moments-clinical-topics
  Suggested literature:
  Elliott (2014) Clinical Procedures in PRIMARY EYE CARE. Ch. 5 Contact Lens Assessment, pages 112-146.
  Phillips and Speedwell (2007) Contact lenses (5th Ed.)
  Veys, Meyler, Davies (2002) Essential Contact Lens Practice
  Efron (2004) Contact Lens Complications
  Efron (2010 and 2018) Contact lens practice
  Manufacturers’ websites for product information
  J&J Essential Contact Lens Practice
  Grading scales : Brien Holden, Alcon, Efron, Johnson & Johnson
  Alho, N, Salminen E, Vartela S (2014) Would you fit RGPs? A fitting guide. Thesis, Metropolia. https://www.theseus.fi/bitstream/handle/10024/81946/Alho_Salminen_Vartela_Kokeilisitko_kovia.pdf?sequence=2
  All students are given the JnJ Handbook of Contact Lens Management
  Fitting GP Lenses Part 1 - Mark Andre 14:50
  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8LtavVDuf9c
  Fitting GP Lenses Part 2 - Mark Andre 12:25 incl. fluorescein patterns
  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cMWQ6ZZJSMQ
  RGP insertion and removal - Moorfields Hospital 4:07
  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4lHijsotMww
  How to put contact lens in a toddler and baby's eyes 6:13 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sxHnoJP4t7I
  
  Additional materials:
  CL materials: e.g.
  Purslow C (2010) Current materials and care regimes– implications for clinical practice. Optometry Today CET 29.1.2010
  Grading scales: Brien Holden, Alcon, Efron, Johnson & Johnson
  Efron, Nathan (2010 and 2018) Contact lens practice editions 2 and 3.

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Interactive lectures
  Guided practicals and assignments
  Guided problem based individual or group assignment (PBL)
  Practicals done and assessed (verbal feedback is given during the practicals)
  Workplacement

  Assessment methods and criteria

  Written examination 80%, practicals 20%
  Practical assessment sheets returned.
  Workplace period completed and written tasks done.
  Learning assignments approved
  Practical competency assessment: represent 20% of the final course mark. In the practical assessments the students demonstrate their ability to perform microscopy, to use fluorescein, evert upper and lower lids for microscopy and handle contact lenses and insert and remove them appropriately (re safety and hygiene).
  All practical work sheets must be returned at the end of the course to be approved.
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  Assessment criteria
  Written examination: 50% is required to pass.
  Practical competency assessment: points are added to the written points.
  Practicals: Absences must be covered by attendance during another session. All practical work sheets must be returned at the end of the course and approved by the lecturers Pass / Redo
  Work placement: supervisor optometrist to assess and approve the whole period (grade 1-5) and all eye examinations and contact lens fittings, Pass/redo
  All work sheets from work placement must be returned at the end of the period and approved by the lecturers Pass / redo.
  -
  Permitted aids at the examination
  Standard: Pen, pencil, eraser, ruler, calculator.

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  16.08.2021 - 17.12.2021

  Enrollment date

  03.05.2021 - 16.05.2021

  • 15 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXE20K1

  Seats

  0 - 35

  Teacher(s)

  Pia Mäkelä, Optometria Virtuaali, Päivi Nokipii, Saija Flinkkilä, Satu Autio

  Further information for students

  In case a student has a decision on special support arrangements affecting the course the student needs to contact the teacher in charge right after enrollment period.
  Part of the teaching may be conducted in English.

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Optometry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

  Completion alternatives

  3 weeks workplacement

  Exam schedule

  Written examination 24.11.2021. Retake 1 16.12.2021. Retake 2 Spring 2022

  Students use of time and load

  Theory 5 ECTS including lectures followed by a 2-hour exam
  Practicals 5 ECTS: students examining and fitting fellow students
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  Work placement in Optometric practice and practical/clinical examinations 5 ECTS

  Content periodicity

  Work placement 3 weeks

  Location and Time

  Autumn Semester 2021 Department of Optometry

•     Dispensing in Optometric Practice SX00DR99-3005 25.10.2021-31.12.2021  5 credits  (SXE21S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  Knowledge base
  Students are able to
  
  • apply the basics of geometric optics to the human eye and image forming
  • describe the specific structures and viewing limits of multifocal and occupational multifocal spectacles
  • describe versatilely about the optometric field
  • describe the most important regulations, recommendations and principles in the field
  • describe the responsibilities and oblications in the optometric practice
  • describe the significance of the patient / client and the KANTA patient record system
  • describe how to act in case of damage, manufacturing error or in cases where the customer is unsatisfied with his / her spectacles
  
  Clinical/practical
  Students are able to
  • work safely and professionally in an optometric practice
  • introduce individual spectacle frame and lens solutions for different viewing needs at work, at home, and in hobbies
  • explains the properties of different frames and lenses and how these affect the usability of the spectacles
  • take measurements for spectacles also with measurement devices
  • make an order for spectacle lenses
  • measure the dioptric power of spectacles with various focimeters
  • act in the event of an emergency

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Spectacle application and manufacturing.

  Course contents

  Spectacle lenses:
  o presbyopic lens types
  -taking measurements, history, types, optic structures, addition and progression, aberrations, design, measurements, marks, select multifocal lenses for patient´s needs
  o special lenses
  –occupational multifocal lenses, degressive design, lenses for hobbies
  Optometric practice:
  o working in an optometric practice
  o customer encounter and mapping needs
  o guidance on choosing spectacles and using new glasses, selecting, taking measurements, and adjusting spectacles
  o ordering lenses
  Optometric practice as a work place:
  o registered optician and laws and acts
  o ethical and high quality professional activity
  o recommendations, guidelines and compliance in optometric field
  o patient records and KANTA
  o consumer law practices and patient injury and insurance
  o employment contract
  Patient responsibility:
  o respect for patient's rights, dignity, independence
  o forms of discrimination and avoidance of discrimination
  o confidentiality of patient information
  o disclosure of information if patient agrees or required by law
  o providing treatment options based on clinical judgment regardless of personal commercial goals
  o the patient's cultural perspective and level of background information
  Quality assurance:
  o patient satisfaction
  o education and responsibility of employees
  o continuous education
  Maintenance and care of equipment:
  o safety regulations and risk management: types of risks, risk avoidance strategies, continuity of care
  Continuous professional development:
  o the importance and need for further education
  o options for maintaining and improving qualifications and skills
  o optometric organizations and associations at national and international level
  o development of quality standards
  o the authorities regulate the profession of optometry
  Emergency first aid

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  Student is able to:
  - Display learning in core content
  - Use individual professional concepts correctly
  - Find information for a specific situation
  - Distinguish between non-theoretical and theoretical information
  - Act in individual professional situations as instructed
  - Display learning in his professional field
  - Show that he has achieved the targets for core competence
  - Follow safety instructions
  - Display learning in the ethical principles of his professional field
  - Operate as a member of a student group

  Good

  Student is able to:
  - Display an understanding of concepts and professional knowledge in the field
  - Assess and limit the amount of information needed
  - Operate well in typical professional duties and contexts
  - Operate in a multicultural environment
  - Operate safely
  - Act according to professional ethics
  - Operate in a student group

  Excellent

  Student is able to:
  - Use concepts and knowledge in his field systematically
  - Assess and use various information sources
  - Apply professional information in professional assignments
  - Work in various duties in a variety of operating environments
  - Act independently and responsibly in professional contexts
  - To take safety issues into consideration in his action
  - Argue his choices on the basis of professional ethics
  - Organise the activities of a group of students

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Johanna Valtanen

  Mode of delivery

  60% Face-to-face, 40% Distance learning

  Recommended or required reading

  To be announced

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Lessons
  Moodle
  Learning assignments

  Assessment methods and criteria

  Continuing assessment, assignments, Moodle-activity.
  Grade determines by exam:
  Web-based exam 40 %
  Exam 60 %

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  25.10.2021 - 31.12.2021

  Enrollment date

  03.05.2021 - 12.09.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXE21S1

  Seats

  0 - 35

  Teacher(s)

  Pia Mäkelä, Johanna Valtanen, Tanja Lehti, Päivi Eskola

  Further information for students

  If the student has individualized educational support arrangements, shall this student contact the teacher of the course immediately after the end of the registration period (or latest before the start of the course.)
  
  First Aid -course compulsory

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Optometry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Virtual proportion

  2 credits

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

  Completion alternatives

  NA

  Work placement(s)

  Suomen Optometrian Ammattilaiset ry., edustajan vierailu tilanteen niin salliessa. (not translated)

  Exam schedule

  Web-based exam: xx.xx.2021 on campus
  Exam xx.xx.2021 on Campus is possible, on web if needed.
  I retake: Spring 2022
  II retake: Spring 2022
  Dates for retakes to be annouced later

  Students use of time and load

  5 credits = 135 hours work for student
  First Aid: practical lessons 8 h + assignments
  Moodle: approx. 30 h
  Spectacle lenses: approx. 40 h (lessons and assignments)
  Internationality: approx. 10 h (lessons and assignments)
  Dispensing in Optometric Practice: approx. 25 h (lessons and assignments)
  Independent working: approx. 24 h

  Location and Time

  Myllypuro Campus, Teams if needed, 2. period Autumn 2021

•     Entrepreneurship in Welfare, Leadership and Service Production SX00BU39-3069 25.10.2021-31.12.2021  5 credits  (SXB20K2, ...) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  Students will know the different ways of organising and producing welfare, as well as the relevant legislation. Students will understand the importance of strategic leadership to company activity and how different strategies function in the background of business success and profitability. They will understand the importance of defining vision and basic mission statements, and see workplace skills as a factor in workplace wellbeing. Students will understand the societal importance of entrepreneurship and the relationship between financial and operational activities. Students will adopt a more entrepreneurial attitude and understand the influence of business factors on the profitability of the organisation. Students will be able to evaluate and develop business ideas and assess their possibilities of success. They will be able to develop cost-effective welfare, have the basic skills to start businesses and make use of public consultation services.

  Course contents

  Working environments within welfare and their defining legislation, contractual practices and financing.
  Societal challenges to and effects on service needs and their production. Strategic thinking and leading. Vision, basic mission and workplace skills. Different strategies. Internal and external entrepreneurship, entrepreneurial attitude and skills. The productising, pricing and quality of services. Starting a business, from business idea to business plan. Different types of businesses. Procurement methods and processes.
  The focus of the course contents will be specified in the syllabus.

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  Student is able to:
  - Display learning in core content
  - Use individual professional concepts correctly
  - Find information for a specific situation
  - Distinguish between non-theoretical and theoretical information
  - Act in individual professional situations as instructed
  - Display learning in his professional field
  - Show that he has achieved the targets for core competence
  - Follow safety instructions
  - Display learning in the ethical principles of his professional field
  - Operate as a member of a student group

  Good

  Student is able to:
  - Display an understanding of concepts and professional knowledge in the field
  - Assess and limit the amount of information needed
  - Operate well in typical professional duties and contexts
  - Operate in a multicultural environment
  - Operate safely
  - Act according to professional ethics
  - Operate in a student group

  Excellent

  Student is able to:
  - Use concepts and knowledge in his field systematically
  - Assess and use various information sources
  - Apply professional information in professional assignments
  - Work in various duties in a variety of operating environments
  - Act independently and responsibly in professional contexts
  - To take safety issues into consideration in his action
  - Argue his choices on the basis of professional ethics
  - Organise the activities of a group of students

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Eero Kokko

  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Recommended or required reading

  Course material in Moodle

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  There are four part in this course
  
  Section 1 Orientation to Leadership and Entrepreneurship. Group discussions 25.10.- 7.11.2021, 0.5 cr
  Section 2 Productization of the service: Group task in the period 8.11- 21.11.2021, 1.0 cr
  Section 3 Company / organization management, Pair work, Interview assignment from 8.11- 3.12.2021. 1.0 cr.
  Section 4 A New Kind of Production of a Business Idea or Public Service, Pair Work Written Assignment 15.11 - 12.12..2021 2.5 cr

  Assessment methods and criteria

  Participation in all sections
  Section 1 Orientation to Leadership and Entrepreneurship. Participation in group discussions Approved / Rejected
  Section 2 Productization of the Service: Collaboration Approved / Rejected
  Section 3 Company / Organization Management, Reporting Approved / Rejected
  Section 4 New production of a business idea or public service, Written report Evaluation scale 0-5
  Sections 1-3 can up/lower the overall grade

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  25.10.2021 - 31.12.2021

  Enrollment date

  03.05.2021 - 16.05.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXB20K2
  • SXE19K1

  Seats

  5 - 60

  Teacher(s)

  Irma Gerstenmaier, Eero Kokko, Jaana Seitovirta, Heidi Stenberg, Johtaminen ja yrittäjyys Sote

  Further information for students

  The student confirms his / her place with the implementation of the course by being present at the beginning of the teaching or otherwise in a manner separately agreed with the teacher, which can be, for example, the return of the first learning task. If a student is unable to attend the beginning of teaching due to illness, he or she can also confirm his or her place of study by notifying the teacher in advance. Admission to the course is conditional until the Prerequisites specified for the course have been reviewed. If the registered student does not participate in the implementation, the teacher responsible for the course will remove the student from the implementation within two weeks of the start of the Study. Registration times are defined in the annual learning activity clock. (Degree Regulations Section 32)
  
  Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
  Enter the name of the person mentioned in your degree programme's guidelines as the person in charge of processing the application or RPL responsible teacher of this course (Eero Kokko)

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Physiotherapy, Optometry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Virtual proportion

  5 credits

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

  Completion alternatives

  No alternative

  Exam schedule

  Ability to run rejected partitions with the following possible implementations

  Students use of time and load

  5 cr = 27h x 5cr = 135h

  Content periodicity

  Section 1 Orientation to Leadership and Entrepreneurship. Group discussions 25.10.- 7.11.2021, 0.5 cr
  Section 2 Productization of the service: Group task in the period 8.11- 21.11.2021, 1.0 cr
  Section 3 Company / organization management, Pair work, Interview assignment from 8.11- 3.12.2021. 1.0 cr.
  Section 4 A New Kind of Production of a Business Idea or Public Service, Pair Work Written Assignment 15.11 - 12.12..2021 2.5 cr

  Location and Time

  Orientation lecture 25.10.2021 at 15.00
  
  Moodle.metropolia.fi
  
  
  Topic: Johtaminen, Yrittäjyys ja palveluiden tuottaminen lokakuu 21
  Time: Oct 25, 2021 03:00 PM Helsinki
  
  Join Zoom Meeting
  https://metropolia.zoom.us/j/69181417102
  
  Meeting ID: 691 8141 7102
  Passcode: 2510

•     Finnish as a second language SX00EL00-3002 12.10.2021-07.12.2021  3 credits + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The student achieves a sufficient oral and written level of Finland's other official language (Swedish or Finnish as a second language) specified in the Universities of Applied Sciences Decree (1129/2014, §7) and required for work in their field. The student is able to communicate orally and in writing in their own work environment and as a member of a multidisciplinary work community in Swedish, taking ethically into account the various actors, in Finland and the Nordic countries OR in Finnish (S2) in Finland, taking into account the cultural and linguistic starting points of the persons in the communication situation. The student's oral and written communication skills (Swedish or Finnish as a second language) are at least B1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). The student is able to obtain information about their professional field from various sources and to communicate about such information in writing and orally, making use of any appropriate technology and digitalisation in their work. During the studies, the student will develop an ability to take responsibility for the development of their language and communication competence and an ability and motivation to improve it.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  B1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR)

  Course contents

  The course content is determined on the basis of the degree programme, consisting or oral and written exercises relevant to each field of study:
  • The field's key international and international-at-home interaction situations: individual and group communication
  • Key concepts and terms used in the field
  • Professional organisations, work environments, duties, processes and tools
  • Self-assessment of language and communication skills, and development of learning strategies

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student can communicate in their most typical general and field-specific professional situations in working life. The student can write simple texts with a reasonable amount of consistency. There may be errors, but the message comes across nevertheless. The student takes part in simple interaction, but often needs help from other speakers. The student is comfortable with everyday vocabulary and the vocabulary of their own field, but inaccuracies and the influence of other languages may make it difficult to get the message across. The student uses the commonest basic structures in a one-sided way and sometimes incorrectly. The student can pronounce understandably but not like a native, and the slowness makes it difficult to assess how well the message may get across.

  Good

  The student can communicate reasonably well in their daily general and field-specific professional situations in working life. The student is able to write a text with coherent content, getting the message across, and is proactive in interaction in common situations in the field. The student is reasonably fluent in basic vocabulary of their field and general language. Word choices may sometimes be inaccurate and the sentence structures imperfect, butthese do not interfere with the communication. The student pronounces understandably, and pauses in the flow of speech do not prevent the message from getting across.

  Excellent

  The student can communicate in versatile and demanding general and field-specific professional situations in working life. The student can write clear and detailed text in a way that is suitable and accurate for the situation. The student takes an active part in interaction in a way that is appropriate in professional situations. The student speaks fluently and effortlessly and takes into account the other speakers. The student uses general vocabulary and the vocabulary in their own field in a versatile way, making very few grammatical errors. The student pronounces clearly and the speech sounds natural.

  Further information

  The course content is determined individually for each degree programme and integrated into the degree context in the curriculum and into substance studies. Oral and written language skills are assessed separately.

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Päivi Lehtinen

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  12.10.2021 - 07.12.2021

  Enrollment date

  03.05.2021 - 17.10.2021

  • 3 credits

  Seats

  0 - 100

  Teacher(s)

  Päivi Lehtinen

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Biomedical Laboratory Science, Prosthetics and Orthotics, Physiotherapy, Osteopathy, Oral Hygiene, Radiography and Radiotherapy, Podiatry, Optometry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Full Optometric Eye Examination SX00BW07-3009 25.10.2021-31.12.2021  10 credits  (SXE18S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  After completing the work placement (10 credits) students are able to conduct independently a full eye examination on customers, resulting in the prescription of corrective optical appliances if necessary. They are able to use diagnostic drugs safely. They are able to detect and recognise the signs of eye disease, injury or abnormality of the eyes. In such cases they know how to refer a customer to a medical practitioner for further investigation and possible treatment or referral to an ophthalmologist.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Optometric Management of Elderly People and Low Vision Patients

  Course contents

  Full eye examinations for all age groups, work palcement in the hospital.

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student is able to:
  
  - apply professional knowledge in the field appropriately
  - use concepts and information in his field systematically
  - argue a course of action on the basis of research information and findings
  - find information and argue the use of his sources
  - work in various duties depending on the assignment
  - define the principles of and requirements for his actions
  - show that he has achieved the targets for core competence
  - find out the safety instructions concerning a word assignments and to act accordingly
  - act according to the relevant professional ethical principles
  - plan and guide the operation of multidisciplinary groups
  - communicate about professional issues

  Good

  The student is able to:
  
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field fluently and comprehensively
  - assess and use information sources and research information with a critical eye
  - apply research information to professional assignments
  - operate in a range of work situations, also in international contexts
  - act in a client- and customer-oriented way and as an entrepreneur
  - act responsibly in work duties, taking safety issues into consideration
  - evaluate actions from the viewpoint of professional ethics
  - represent his professional field in multidisciplinary and international groups and projects

  Excellent

  The student is able to:
  
  - display a good understanding of professional information
  - use theoretical and professional concepts and knowledge like an expert and combine them into larger entities
  - create and communicate new information
  - develop innovative and alternative solutions to professional assignments and problems
  - apply professional expertise in new situations - take responsibility for a professional process in its entirety
  - develop the community's safety and responsibility
  - apply professional ethics in various situations
  - manage the professional development of individuals/groups
  - act purposefully and to develop himself and working life

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Satu Autio

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Recommended or required reading

  Opettajan laatimat tehtävät ja MATERIAALIT ovat Tekijänoikeuslain (404/61) mukaisia teoksia, joihin opettajalla on tekijänoikeus. Tehtäviä JA MATERIAALEJA ei saa käyttää muuten kuin omissa opinnoissaan. Niiden julkinen levittäminen on sallittua vain opettajan luvalla. (not translated)

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Work placement
  Portfolio
  HYMY -village final year clinic
  Tutoring

  Assessment methods and criteria

  Portfolio: Students write Portfolio which consist of 20 cases according to the ECOO requirements and logbook of 70 eye examinations. 20 out of those are contact lens fittings.
  HyMy- clinic: Students have to participate to three Positia clinic at University and do full eye examinations.
  Work placement in hospital: Learning diary.
  Student has to do certain eye examinations and precedures in accordance with the given list.

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  25.10.2021 - 31.12.2021

  Enrollment date

  03.05.2021 - 16.05.2021

  • 10 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXE18S1

  Teacher(s)

  Päivi Nokipii, Optometria Virtuaali, Satu Autio

  Further information for students

  In case a student has a decision on special support arrangements affecting the course the student needs to contact the teacher in charge right after enrollment period.
  
  Detailed content:
  Portfolio: Students write Portfolio which consist of 20 cases (complete eye examination with ocular health assessment) according to the ECOO requirements. Clear, accurate and contemporaneous patient records must be approved for each patient (20).
  Detailed case records (20)
  Systematically analyzed cases as explained below, of which 5 cases include dispensing (selecting, measuring and delivery) of spectacles.
  5 contact lens fitting including an eye examination and ophthalmoscopy of which:
  •1 RGP fitting (to a fellow student at the school if necessary)
  •2 includes the aftercare
  5 complete optometric eye examinations:
  •1 own choice of speciality
  •2 with binocular vision anomalies (prisms, orthoptic visual training, fresnel, accommodative problems
  •1 child 12 years or under
  •1 patient with low vision, low vision aids fitted, explained and instructed
  5 complete optometric eye examinations:
  •including clinically significant findings (abnormal ocular conditions) of which 3 have been referred to an ophthalmologist all of which involve using diagnostic drugs, if possible
  •referral letter to the ophthalmologist has been attached
  5 complete optometric eye examinations involving:
  •spectacle prescription and lens and frame selection, measurements etc., possibly requiring special skills e.g.: occupational or protective eyewear, spectacles for a child, high prescriptions, spectacles for hobbies or other cases which require special prescriptions
  Portfolio incudes also logbook of 70 eye examinations. 20 out of those are contact lens fittings. Students record eye examinations to logbook during the last two years. All of those are not full eye examination because some might lack the proper assessment of the ocular health.
  
  
  
  HYMY -village final year clinic: Students have to participate to three clinic at University and do full eye examinations. The students will practice patient communication, perform optometric procedures and use necessary instrumentation, write and keep patient records and refer patients. Students attend supervised patient clinics, where each student will perform and observe full eye examinations of external patients. Students will also perform and observe follow-up appointments.
  Student requirements for clinic eye examinations:
  • The ability to obtain and interpret information on relevant family history.
  • The ability to obtain and interpret information on issues pertaining to the patient’s general health, medication, work, sports, hobbies, lifestyle and special needs.
  • The ability to explore the patient’s understanding of their visual problems and impart to patients an explanation of their physiological or pathological eye condition.
  • An ability to understand and recognise a patient’s fears, anxieties and concerns about their visual welfare, the eye examination and the possible ocular side effects of medication.
  • An ability to understand and recognise the patient’s expectations and aspirations and manage empathetically situations where these cannot be met.
  • The ability to communicate with patients who have poor, or non-verbal, communication skills, or those who are confused, reticent or who might mislead.
  • The ability to communicate bad news to patients in an empathetic and understandable way.
  • The ability to manage patients in a safe, ethical and confidential fashion.
  • The ability to create and to keep clear, accurate and contemporaneous patient records.
  • The ability to make a judgement regarding referral and an understanding of referral pathways.
  • The ability to demonstrate an understanding of the legal, professional and ethical obligations of a registered optometrist.
  • The ability to use appropriate ocular diagnostic drugs to aid refraction if and when needed.
  • The ability to investigate and manage adult patients presenting with heterophoria.
  • The ability to use instruments in ocular examination and to understand the implications of the findings in terms of subsequent examination techniques.
  • The ability to take an accurate history from patients with a range of low vision conditions.
  • The ability to obtain and interpret information on significant symptoms pertinent to low vision conditions and patient’s concerns.
  • The ability to obtain and interpret information on relevant family history pertinent to low vision conditions.
  • The ability to assess patients with impaired visual function.
  • The ability to advise visually impaired patients about their impairment, disability or handicap.
  • The ability to advise on the use of, and to dispense simple low vision aids including: hand and stand magnifiers, typoscopes and hand held telescopes.
  • The ability to advise on the use of and to dispense complex spectacle lens forms, including: multifocals, high corrections, and their applications to specific patient needs.
  • The ability to advise on the use of optical and non-optical aids to achieve object enlargement types of magnification (e.g., CCTV or digital tablets).
  • The ability to take an accurate history from patients with a range of optometric conditions specific to children.
  • The ability to obtain and interpret information on significant symptoms pertinent to paediatric conditions and patient’s or parent’s concerns.
  • The ability to obtain and interpret information on relevant family history pertinent to paediatric conditions.
  • The ability to obtain and interpret information on patient’s general health, medication, school work, sports, hobbies, lifestyle, and special needs pertinent to children.
  • The ability to advise, prescribe and dispense spectacles for VDU users and other vocational purposes.
  • The ability to advise, prescribe and dispense spectacles for eye protective use.
  • The ability to interpret and respond appropriately to existing records concerning eye examination and contact lens fitting.
  • The ability to interpret and respond appropriately to existing records concerning.
  Tutoring: Students tutor younger students in University in those laboratory or practicals they have done themselves during all semesters.
  Work placement: Students have 3 weeks of work placement in optometric practice and 1 week in hospital eye department. They do complete eye examinations and contact lens fittings. All eye examinations include eye health assessment. Supervisor has to have rights to prescribe diagnostic drugs and there must have proper equipments in optometric practice including bio microscope and lens for the fundus examination. Hospital training can be performed in public or private hospitals. The aim is to get acquainted with ophthalmologist and optician work at the hospital and see patients with various eye diseases. Student write learning diary about those days in hospital.

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Optometry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Evaluation scale

  Hyväksytty/Hylätty

  Work placement(s)

  3 weeks in optometric practice
  1 week in hospital

  Exam schedule

  For Portfolio cases deadlines are: 5 cases 1.11, 10 cases 15.11, 20 cases 29.11.2020.

  Students use of time and load

  Studies consists of work placement:
  • 1 week in hospital
  • 3 x HYMY-village final year clinic
  • tutoring younger students in University
  • 3 weeks in Optometric practice.

•     General Anatomy and Physiology SX00DR98-3005 27.08.2021-31.12.2021  5 credits  (SXE21S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  Knowledge base
  Students are able to
  • explain the basic structure of macromolecules
  • describe the structure of the cell, the cell's internal functions, genetic material, organization, protein synthesis, and cell cycle related events.
  • describe the key tissues and are able to explain the cellular structure and the significance of the structure to the function.
  • identify the main structures of the body
  • describe the functions of organ systems, their regulation and their significance to the overall functioning of the body.
  • identify the head and neck bones and muscles, as well as the main blood vessels and nerves.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  No

  Course contents

  General Biochemistry
  Proteins
  o Structure
  o Types
  o Enzymes
  o Collagen
  Carbohydrates
  o Structure
  o Mono- and polysaccharides
  o Glycosaminoglycans and Proteoglycans
  o Mucins
  o Glycogen
  Lipids
  o Structure
  o Fatty acids, phospholipids, cholesterol
  o Steroid hormones
  o Membrane biochemistry
  Nuclein acids and protein synthesis
  o DNA, RNA
  o Genetic code
  o DNA replication
  o Protein synthesis
  Bioenergetics
  o ATP and ADP
  o Free energy
  o Glycolysis
  o Krebs cycle
  o Oxidative phosphorylisation
  o Role of oxyge
  GENERAL ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY
  Cell
  o cell membrane
  o cellular organs
  o stem cells and cell differentiation
  parenchyma
  o epithelial tissue
  o connective tissue
  o muscle tissue
  o nerve tissue
  o glands
  Head
  o skull
  o muscles of facial expression
  o deep and superficial arteries, veins and lymphatic vessels
  o cerebral Nerve
  o nasal cavity and cavities
  o the structures of the inner ear
  
  Blood and circulatory system
  Lymphatic system
  Respiratory system
  Gastrointestinal disorders
  Renal function and fluid balance
  Musculoskeletal system (especially head and neck anatomy)
  Central and peripheral nervous system, autonomic nervous system, reflexes
  Nerve cell electrophysiology
  o rest and action potential
  o synapses
  o receptors
  Endocrine system
  Physiology of sensing
  o touch
  o pain
  o balance

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  Student is able to:
  - Display learning in core content
  - Use individual professional concepts correctly
  - Find information for a specific situation
  - Distinguish between non-theoretical and theoretical information
  - Act in individual professional situations as instructed
  - Display learning in his professional field
  - Show that he has achieved the targets for core competence
  - Follow safety instructions
  - Display learning in the ethical principles of his professional field
  - Operate as a member of a student group

  Good

  Student is able to:
  - Display an understanding of concepts and professional knowledge in the field
  - Assess and limit the amount of information needed
  - Operate well in typical professional duties and contexts
  - Operate in a multicultural environment
  - Operate safely
  - Act according to professional ethics
  - Operate in a student group

  Excellent

  Student is able to:
  - Use concepts and knowledge in his field systematically
  - Assess and use various information sources
  - Apply professional information in professional assignments
  - Work in various duties in a variety of operating environments
  - Act independently and responsibly in professional contexts
  - To take safety issues into consideration in his action
  - Argue his choices on the basis of professional ethics
  - Organise the activities of a group of students

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Anou Londesborough

  Mode of delivery

  60% Face-to-face, 40% Distance learning

  Recommended or required reading

  Selected chapters from the following books are available for students online:
  - Nienstedt, W. ja Kallio, S. Luut ja ytimet. Ihmiselimistö lyhyesti. WSOY.
  - Vierimaa, H. ja Laurila, M. Keho. Anatomia ja fysiologia. WSOYpro.
  - Sand, O. ym : Ihminen. Fysiologia ja anatomia. WSOY.
  - Karhumäki, E. et al. Päästä varpaisiin. Ihmisen anatomia ja fysiologia. Edita.
  Visible Body - virtual anatomy 3D application is available to students online
  Lecture handouts

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  online learning: lectures, reading material, assignments (Moodle)
  contact lectures

  Assessment methods and criteria

  Exams (online exams and classroom exams): 50% of points is required to pass. Grade scale 1-5.
  online assignments: pass/rewrite

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  27.08.2021 - 31.12.2021

  Enrollment date

  03.05.2021 - 12.09.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXE21S1

  Seats

  0 - 35

  Teacher(s)

  Anou Londesborough

  Further information for students

  -

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Optometry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Virtual proportion

  2 credits

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

  Completion alternatives

  -

  Work placement(s)

  -

  Exam schedule

  3.9.2021 online exam (molecules, cell biology, tissues)
  27.9.2021 exam (tissues, blood, vascular system, lymphatic system, respiratory sys
  3.11.2021 online exam (digestive system, renal system)
  8.11.2021 exam (nervous system, head anatomy (musculoskeletal), endocrine system)
  
  Re-examinations: 7.12.2021 and 24.1.2022

  Students use of time and load

  lectures: 35h
  online assignments: 25h
  exams: 5h
  independent learning: 70h

  Location and Time

  Myllypuro campus

•     Implementing the Bachelor’s Thesis SX00BU42-3097 25.10.2021-31.12.2021  5 credits  (SXE19K1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  Students will implement the bachelor’s thesis plan they have prepared and write a final report. They will be able to evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of the bachelor’s thesis and identify different solutions. They will know how to use English sources of research data.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Passed before course beginning:
  SX00BU40 Planning of the Bachelor’s Thesis

  Course contents

  - Implementation of the bachelor’s thesis with support of industry representatives and instructors.
  - Workshops in methodology, academic writing and information gathering
  - Preparing a written final report and presenting it in a seminar
  - Peer evaluation

  Further information

  Thesis evaluation as agreed in degree programme.
  
  Students and their teachers/tutors will go through other recommended courses in their individual study plan (ISP) discussions.

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Johanna Valtanen

  Mode of delivery

  40% Face-to-face, 60% Distance learning

  Recommended or required reading

  Hyvinvointialojen opinnäytetyön työtila (Moodle):
  https://moodle.metropolia.fi/course/view.php?id=260
  
  Optometrian opinnäytetyötila (Moodle):
  https://moodle.metropolia.fi/course/view.php?id=1368

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Group guidings (4 times) - compulsory
  Bachelor's Thesis Workshops (2 times) - compulsory
  Bachelor's Thesis - carry out a project and report it

  Assessment methods and criteria

  All parts are assessed with grading scale pass - to be supplemented.
  Passing requires that all parts are passed.

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  25.10.2021 - 31.12.2021

  Enrollment date

  03.05.2021 - 16.05.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXE19K1

  Teacher(s)

  Johanna Valtanen, Saija Flinkkilä, Marianne Roivas, Kajsa Sten

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Optometry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  R&D proportion

  5 credits

  Virtual proportion

  3 credits

  Evaluation scale

  Hyväksytty/Hylätty

  Completion alternatives

  N/A
  If you already have university degree (university or university of applied sciences), contact teachers.

  Work placement(s)

  Bachelor's Thesis' collaborators from workforce.

  Exam schedule

  N/A

  Students use of time and load

  5 credits = 135 hours
  4 x Group guidance = 16 h
  2 x Workshops = 8 h
  Preparing for guidance = 8 h
  Independent work, information search ja project plan (writing) = 103 h

  Location and Time

  In the autumn term 2021
  Myllypuro Campus if possible, Teams if needed - to be announced later

•     Innovation Project XX00BH18-3467 20.09.2021-09.12.2021  10 credits + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  On completion of the course the student can
  - Develop practical, creative and innovative solutions, practices and services with multidisciplinary partners to meet the diverse needs in the Helsinki Metropolitan area.
  The student participates in project or network-based work and applies his or her expertise in regional, national or international development work.
  - Use his or her personal skills and abilities to work and collaborate in multidisciplinary teams.
  - Create a culture of cooperation and negotiation with the team members and other actors.
  - Use his or her skills in problem solving, collaboration and communication to support the social development and joint decision making of the team.

  Course contents

  Project and innovation work: brainstorming, planning, implementing, assessing, communicating, publishing, product development and marketing.
  Cooperative skills, interest group activities and networking.
  Innovative work methods.
  Areas of communal development skills: development processes, coordinating and managing development, reforming the development concepts.

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student knows the principles of project and network-based work.
  The student recognizes his/her own project- and network-based work competences.
  The student uses co-operation and communication skills in cooperative development processes and decision making.
  The student can develop together with the other actors solutions and modes of operation to meet the multi-faceted needs of the residents of the Helsinki metropolitan area.

  Good

  The student uses the principles of project and network-based work in regional, national or international development oriented work.
  The student uses his or her co-operation and communication skills well in cooperative development processes and decision making.
  The student helps to set-up a cooperative negotiation culture with other actors in the field. The student uses his/her personal skills and abilities to contribute to the work of a multidisciplinary team.
  The student develops together with the other actors practical, creative and innovative solutions, modes of operation or services to meet the multi-faceted needs of the residents of the Helsinki metropolitan area.

  Excellent

  The student's ability to use principles of project and network-based work in regional, national or international development oriented work is on a high level.
  The student is able to analyse and develop his/her co-operation and communication skills in cooperative development processes and decision making.
  The student understands cooperative negotiation culture and helps to build it with the other actors.
  The student is able to analyse and develop his/her professional competence and put it in the service of a multidisciplinary team.
  The student develops together with the other actors practical, creative and innovative solutions, modes of operation or services to meet the multi-faceted needs of the residents of the Helsinki metropolitan area.

  Further information

  Assessment is focused on the work carried out during the course, the gained knowledge upon the completion of the course, meeting the course goals and creating innovative solutions.

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  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Recommended or required reading

  1. Ulla Vehkaperä, Kaarina Pirilä ja Marianne Roivas ( toim.) 2013. Innostu ja Innovoi. Käsikirja innovaatiopintoihin. Metropolia Ammattikorkeakoulu julkaisusarja. Saatavilla sähköisesti http://www.metropolia.fi/fileadmin/user_upload/Julkaisutoiminta/Julkaisusarjat/OIVA/Innostu_ja_innovoi.pdf
  2. Oivallus loppuraportti: http://ek.fi/wp-content/uploads/Oivallus_loppuraportti.pdf
  3. MINNO työkalupakki

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Interactive lectures
  20.9.-9.12.2021
  Pre- assignment
  Group work, workshop
  Supervised assignments
  Project work

  Assessment methods and criteria

  Continuous evaluation
  Active participation for intensive course
  theory+project work= innovation project 10 op
  Evaluation of the project is numeric.

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  20.09.2021 - 09.12.2021

  Enrollment date

  03.05.2021 - 16.05.2021

  • 10 credits

  Seats

  30 - 45

  Teacher(s)

  Ulla Härkönen, Jenny West, Marita Saros, Teija Rautiola, Ulla Marjosola, Petra Heino, Marita Räsänen, Juha Havukumpu, Hannele Hokkanen

  Further information for students

  INTENSIVE STUDY COURSE; Attendance is required throughout the course
  Duration 12 weeks
  Registration for project is done with an e-form
  Project concepts will be released on Google sites later.
  Students will be informed of their placement in project groups before the first project meeting.
  First project meeting: The exact place and time are indicated in the project form
  Joint closing ceremony of the project Minnofest 8.12.
  The time of the feedback / evaluation discussion will be agreed with the supervisor. A good grade of an innovation project may enable the project to be continued as a thesis in a project on the same topic according to a separate agreement.
  
  AHOT: The application must be made and approved before registering for the course.
  
  MATERIALS prepared by the teacher are works in accordance with the Copyright Act (404/61) for which the teacher has copyright. Assignments AND MATERIALS may not be used except in their own studies. Their public distribution is only allowed with the permission of the teacher.
  
  Some of the work in the course is distance learning. See here for more details on the processing of personal data related to the implementation of distance learning and the systems, software, IT applications and electronic tools used in the processing of personal data. Link to Metropolia's extensive student and study data register privacy statement https://www.metropolia.fi/fi/metropoliasta/tietosuoja-ja-gdpr/tietosuojaselosteet/metropolian-opiskelija-ja-opintotietorekisteri
  
  Any additional questions to the MINNO coordinator of your school.
  (e-mail name@metropolia.fi)
  
  School of Health care; Hannele Hokkanen and Teija Rautiola
  School of rehabilitation and examination: Jenny West, Ulla Marjosola
  School of wellbeing:

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Occupational Therapy, Biomedical Laboratory Science, Prosthetics and Orthotics, Public Health Nursing, Physiotherapy, Elderly Care, Degree Programme in Emergency Care, Nursing (in Finnish), Oral Hygiene, Social Services, Radiography and Radiotherapy, Midwifery, Podiatry, Optometry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  R&D proportion

  10 credits

  Virtual proportion

  10 credits

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

  Completion alternatives

  N/A

  Work placement(s)

  N/A

  Exam schedule

  N/A

  International connections

  N/A

  Students use of time and load

  1op= 27 hours of student work
  10 op= 270 hours

  Content periodicity

  12 weeks.
  Advanced assignment, instructions from news letter from OMA before the beginning of the course
  Registration for projects by e-form xx 2021 and ends xx 2021.
  Orientation and theory 20.9.2021
  Project work Tuesdays-Thursdays 17-21.00
  Meeting of the customer on first week
  8.12. MINNO Fest. End of projects
  9.12. Feedback with supervisor
  Other days project work in your on project group
  Weekly meeting of the supervisor. Usually on Mondays and Thursdays.

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student knows principles of project and network-based work. The student recognizes his/her own project- and network-based work competences. The student uses co-operation and communication skills in cooperative development process´and decision making. The student can develop together with other actors solutions and modes of operation to meet the multi-faceted needs of the residents of the Helsinki metropolitan area.

  Good

  The student uses the principles of project and network-based work in regional, national or international development oriented work. The student uses his or her co-operation and communication skills well in cooperative development processes and decision making. The student helps to set-up a cooperative negotiation culture with other actors in the field. The student uses his/her personal skills and abilities to contribute to the work of a multidisciplinary team. The student develops together with the other actors practical, creative and innovative solutions, modes of operation or services to meet the multi-faceted needs of the residents of the Helsinki metropolitan area.

  Excellent

  The student's ability to use principles of project and network-based work in regional, national or international development oriented work is on a high level. The student is able to analyse and develop his/her co-operation and communication skills in cooperative development processes and decision making. The student understands cooperative negotiation culture and helps to build it with the other actors. The student is able to analyse and develop his/her professional competence and put it in the service of a multidisciplinary team. The student develops together with the other actors practical, creative and innovative solutions, modes of operation or services to meet the multi-faceted needs of the residents of the Helsinki metropolitan area.

•     Innovation Project XX00BH18-3407 30.08.2021-14.10.2021  10 credits  (SXC19S2, ...) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  On completion of the course the student can
  - Develop practical, creative and innovative solutions, practices and services with multidisciplinary partners to meet the diverse needs in the Helsinki Metropolitan area.
  The student participates in project or network-based work and applies his or her expertise in regional, national or international development work.
  - Use his or her personal skills and abilities to work and collaborate in multidisciplinary teams.
  - Create a culture of cooperation and negotiation with the team members and other actors.
  - Use his or her skills in problem solving, collaboration and communication to support the social development and joint decision making of the team.

  Course contents

  Project and innovation work: brainstorming, planning, implementing, assessing, communicating, publishing, product development and marketing.
  Cooperative skills, interest group activities and networking.
  Innovative work methods.
  Areas of communal development skills: development processes, coordinating and managing development, reforming the development concepts.

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student knows the principles of project and network-based work.
  The student recognizes his/her own project- and network-based work competences.
  The student uses co-operation and communication skills in cooperative development processes and decision making.
  The student can develop together with the other actors solutions and modes of operation to meet the multi-faceted needs of the residents of the Helsinki metropolitan area.

  Good

  The student uses the principles of project and network-based work in regional, national or international development oriented work.
  The student uses his or her co-operation and communication skills well in cooperative development processes and decision making.
  The student helps to set-up a cooperative negotiation culture with other actors in the field. The student uses his/her personal skills and abilities to contribute to the work of a multidisciplinary team.
  The student develops together with the other actors practical, creative and innovative solutions, modes of operation or services to meet the multi-faceted needs of the residents of the Helsinki metropolitan area.

  Excellent

  The student's ability to use principles of project and network-based work in regional, national or international development oriented work is on a high level.
  The student is able to analyse and develop his/her co-operation and communication skills in cooperative development processes and decision making.
  The student understands cooperative negotiation culture and helps to build it with the other actors.
  The student is able to analyse and develop his/her professional competence and put it in the service of a multidisciplinary team.
  The student develops together with the other actors practical, creative and innovative solutions, modes of operation or services to meet the multi-faceted needs of the residents of the Helsinki metropolitan area.

  Further information

  Assessment is focused on the work carried out during the course, the gained knowledge upon the completion of the course, meeting the course goals and creating innovative solutions.

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Ulla Härkönen

  Mode of delivery

  50% Face-to-face, 50% Distance learning

  Recommended or required reading

  1. Ulla Vehkaperä, Kaarina Pirilä ja Marianne Roivas ( toim.) 2013. Innostu ja Innovoi. Käsikirja innovaatiopintoihin. Metropolia Ammattikorkeakoulu julkaisusarja. Saatavilla sähköisesti http://www.metropolia.fi/fileadmin/user_upload/Julkaisutoiminta/Julkaisusarjat/OIVA/Innostu_ja_innovoi.pdf
  2. Oivallus loppuraportti: http://ek.fi/wp-content/uploads/Oivallus_loppuraportti.pdf
  3. MINNO työkalupakki

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Interactiv lectures
  30.8.-14.10.2021
  Prework
  group work, work shop
  quided assigment
  project work

  Assessment methods and criteria

  Continuos evaluatio
  Active participation for intensive course
  theory+projectwork= innovationproject 10 op
  Project numeric

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  30.08.2021 - 14.10.2021

  Enrollment date

  03.05.2021 - 16.05.2021

  • 10 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXC19S2
  • SXE19K1
  • SXI19S2
  • SXL19S1
  • SXO19S1A
  • SXH19S1
  • SXJ19S1
  • SXA19S1
  • SXB19S1
  • SXQ19S1
  • TVT18-H
  • SXP19S1
  • SXM19S1

  Seats

  30 - 252

  Teacher(s)

  Elisa Mattila, Ulla Marjosola, Petra Heino, Sakari Lukkarinen, Päivi Haho, Pasi Miettinen, Juha Havukumpu, Hannele Hokkanen, Heini Maisala-McDonnell, Ulla Härkönen, Jenny West, Marita Saros, Jukka Väisänen, Teija Rautiola, Anne Talvenheimo-Pesu, Eero Kokko, Maarit Vallinkoski, Mirka Peththahandi

  Further information for students

  INTENSIVE STUDY COURSE; Attendance is required throughout the course
  Duration 7 weeks
  Registration for project is done with an e-form
  Project blanks will appear on Google sites for a site that will be published later
  Students will be informed of their placement in project groups before the first project meeting.
  First project meeting: The exact place and time are indicated in the project blank form
  Joint closing ceremony of the project Minnofest 13.10.
  The time of the feedback / evaluation discussion will be agreed with the supervisor. A good grade of an innovation project may enable the project to be continued as a thesis in a project on the same topic according to a separate agreement.
  
  AHOT: The application must be made and approved before registering for the course.
  
  MATERIALS prepared by the teacher are works in accordance with the Copyright Act (404/61) for which the teacher has copyright. Assignments AND MATERIALS may not be used except in their own studies. Their public distribution is only allowed with the permission of the teacher.
  
  Some of the work in the course is distance learning. See here for more details on the processing of personal data related to the implementation of distance learning and the systems, software, IT applications and electronic tools used in the processing of personal data. Link to Metropolia's extensive student and study data register privacy statement https://www.metropolia.fi/fi/metropoliasta/tietosuoja-ja-gdpr/tietosuojaselosteet/metropolian-opiskelija-ja-opintotietorekisteri
  
  Any additional questions to the MINNO coordinator of your school.
  (e-mail name@metropolia.fi)
  
  School of Health care; Hannele Hokkanen and Teija Rautiola
  School of rehabilitation and examination: Jenny West, Ulla Marjosola
  School of wellbeing:

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Occupational Therapy, Biomedical Laboratory Science, Prosthetics and Orthotics, Public Health Nursing, Physiotherapy, Elderly Care, Degree Programme in Emergency Care, Nursing (in Finnish), Oral Hygiene, Social Services, Radiography and Radiotherapy, Information and Communication Technology, Midwifery, Optometry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Virtual proportion

  5 credits

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

  Completion alternatives

  N/A

  Work placement(s)

  N/A

  Exam schedule

  N/A

  International connections

  N/A

  Students use of time and load

  1op= 27 hours of student work
  10 op= 270 hours

  Content periodicity

  Interactive study course, duration 7 weeks.
  Advanced assignment, instructions from news letter from OMA before the beginning of the course
  Registration for projects by e-form xx 2021 and ends xx 2021.
  
  Preliminary assignment (instructions from the OMA "Well come letter" before the start of the course. Return of the assignment by 31 August 2021 to each project's own OMA workspace, which you will receive from the teacher at the first meeting.)
  
  Orientation 30.8.
  Project work Mondays-thursdays
  Meeting of the customer on first week
  13.10. MINNO Fest. End of projects
  14.10.Feed back with superviser
  Other days project work in your on project group
  Weekly meeting of the supervisor. Usually on Mondays and Thursdays.

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student knows principles of project and network-based work. The student recognizes his/her own project- and network-based work competences. The student uses co-operation and communication skills in cooperative development process´and decision making. The student can develop together with other actors solutions and modes of operation to meet the multi-faceted needs of the residents of the Helsinki metropolitan area.

  Good

  The student uses the principles of project and network-based work in regional, national or international development oriented work. The student uses his or her co-operation and communication skills well in cooperative development processes and decision making. The student helps to set-up a cooperative negotiation culture with other actors in the field. The student uses his/her personal skills and abilities to contribute to the work of a multidisciplinary team. The student develops together with the other actors practical, creative and innovative solutions, modes of operation or services to meet the multi-faceted needs of the residents of the Helsinki metropolitan area.

  Excellent

  The student's ability to use principles of project and network-based work in regional, national or international development oriented work is on a high level. The student is able to analyse and develop his/her co-operation and communication skills in cooperative development processes and decision making. The student understands cooperative negotiation culture and helps to build it with the other actors. The student is able to analyse and develop his/her professional competence and put it in the service of a multidisciplinary team. The student develops together with the other actors practical, creative and innovative solutions, modes of operation or services to meet the multi-faceted needs of the residents of the Helsinki metropolitan area.

•     Innovation Project XX00BH18-3475 01.08.2021-31.12.2021  10 credits  (SXE19S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  On completion of the course the student can
  - Develop practical, creative and innovative solutions, practices and services with multidisciplinary partners to meet the diverse needs in the Helsinki Metropolitan area.
  The student participates in project or network-based work and applies his or her expertise in regional, national or international development work.
  - Use his or her personal skills and abilities to work and collaborate in multidisciplinary teams.
  - Create a culture of cooperation and negotiation with the team members and other actors.
  - Use his or her skills in problem solving, collaboration and communication to support the social development and joint decision making of the team.

  Course contents

  Project and innovation work: brainstorming, planning, implementing, assessing, communicating, publishing, product development and marketing.
  Cooperative skills, interest group activities and networking.
  Innovative work methods.
  Areas of communal development skills: development processes, coordinating and managing development, reforming the development concepts.

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student knows the principles of project and network-based work.
  The student recognizes his/her own project- and network-based work competences.
  The student uses co-operation and communication skills in cooperative development processes and decision making.
  The student can develop together with the other actors solutions and modes of operation to meet the multi-faceted needs of the residents of the Helsinki metropolitan area.

  Good

  The student uses the principles of project and network-based work in regional, national or international development oriented work.
  The student uses his or her co-operation and communication skills well in cooperative development processes and decision making.
  The student helps to set-up a cooperative negotiation culture with other actors in the field. The student uses his/her personal skills and abilities to contribute to the work of a multidisciplinary team.
  The student develops together with the other actors practical, creative and innovative solutions, modes of operation or services to meet the multi-faceted needs of the residents of the Helsinki metropolitan area.

  Excellent

  The student's ability to use principles of project and network-based work in regional, national or international development oriented work is on a high level.
  The student is able to analyse and develop his/her co-operation and communication skills in cooperative development processes and decision making.
  The student understands cooperative negotiation culture and helps to build it with the other actors.
  The student is able to analyse and develop his/her professional competence and put it in the service of a multidisciplinary team.
  The student develops together with the other actors practical, creative and innovative solutions, modes of operation or services to meet the multi-faceted needs of the residents of the Helsinki metropolitan area.

  Further information

  Assessment is focused on the work carried out during the course, the gained knowledge upon the completion of the course, meeting the course goals and creating innovative solutions.

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Kajsa Sten

  Mode of delivery

  80% Face-to-face, 20% Distance learning

  Recommended or required reading

  Seminar and lecture materials
  shown materials during the course
  Individual information retrieval

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Project studies
  Activating web lectures
  Learning assignments
  Work shops
  individual assignments
  Group Working
  Practical assignments in KyläOPTIKKO

  Assessment methods and criteria

  All Given assignments and tasks done
  Project publication
  Reflection

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  01.08.2021 - 31.12.2021

  Enrollment date

  03.05.2021 - 16.05.2021

  • 10 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXE19S1

  Seats

  0 - 35

  Teacher(s)

  Päivi Nokipii, Satu Autio, Kajsa Sten

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Optometry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Virtual proportion

  2 credits

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

  Completion alternatives

  no

  Work placement(s)

  Practical assignments in KyläOPTIKKO / Village OPTICIAN
  Multidisciplinary work in HyMy-kylä / HyMy Village

  Exam schedule

  later

  International connections

  no

  Students use of time and load

  10 ect is approximately 270 h of studentwork

  Content periodicity

  As in schedule
  Individual working hours in Village OPTICIAN

  Location and Time

  The hole semester

•     Learning and study skills SX00DZ87-3039 24.08.2021-24.10.2021  5 credits  (SXE21S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The students
  - are able to plan their study path and are motivated about career planning.
  - are able to work according to the ethical principles of the profession.
  - are able to identify their professional information basis and their role in evidence-based work.
  - understand the social welfare and healthcare as a multicultural, multi-value and changing operating environment.
  - are able to describe social welfare and healthcare services and their related legislation in broad terms.
  - understand the relationship of customer experience with social welfare and healthcare services.
  - are able to work according to the of principles data security and data protection.
  - are able to operate in digital learning environments and use the most common computer software and tools.
  - are able to produce information and to communicate professionally.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  N/A

  Course contents

  study skills, learning environments, and acquisition of information
  - learning, skills and career paths enabled by the degree
  - professional information basis and ethical principles x
  - key social welfare and healthcare services and their related legislation x
  - data security and data protection in social welfare and healthcare services
  - IT skills, software and tools for learning and expert tasks
  - Finnish language and communications basics required of professional experts

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  See the attachment "Framework for evaluation criteria of competence"

  Further information

  The study unit studies is to be completed during the first term.

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Saija Flinkkilä

  Mode of delivery

  60% Face-to-face, 40% Distance learning

  Recommended or required reading

  N/A

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Collaborative Learning
  Interactive Lectures
  Guiding/Tutoring
  Glimpse into the Laboratory Work
  Net Learning
  Contact teaching

  Assessment methods and criteria

  Attendance to the studies
  Learning Assignments.

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  24.08.2021 - 24.10.2021

  Enrollment date

  03.05.2021 - 31.08.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXE21S1

  Seats

  0 - 35

  Teacher(s)

  Elina Tirkkonen, Paula Lindqvist, Väinö Niskanen, Johanna Valtanen, Saija Flinkkilä

  Further information for students

  N/A

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Optometry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Virtual proportion

  2 credits

  Evaluation scale

  Hyväksytty/Hylätty

  Completion alternatives

  N/A

  Work placement(s)

  N/A

  Exam schedule

  N/A

  International connections

  N/A

  Students use of time and load

  Total 135 hours (Contact teaching hours, Independent learning hours).

  Content periodicity

  Studies take place on the first period.

  Location and Time

  Materials in Moodle-platform and in OMA
  Material given by lecturers

•     Methods for Research and Development SX00DS09-3002 01.08.2021-31.12.2021  5 credits  (SXE20K1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  Students are able to
  - describe the principles of the research process and research-based development work
  - describe the methods of data acquisition and analysis applied in development work and the working methods
  - justify the methods and working methods used in the development work
  - critically evaluate the studies carried out by different methods
  - understand the importance of condensed research in developing and implementing consistent practices
  - act in accordance with the ethical principles of research and development
  - share the basic concepts of epidemiology and biostatistics

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  No

  Course contents

  Research process and research-based development work
  Searching and critical reading of research data
  Qualitative and quantitative methods for obtaining and analyzing information and applying them to research and development
  • Case-control studies
  • Cross-sectional studies
  • Cohort studies (prospective and retrospective)
  Functional working methods of development work
  Condensed research data (eg recommendations) and its use in evidence-based activities
  Ethical principles of research and development
  Epidemiology:
  • incidence and incidence
  • odds ratio
  • relative risk
  • health indexes
  Screening concepts
  • sensitivity and specificity
  • predictive value
  • yield
  Key epidemiological studies
  Morbidity and mortality

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student is able to:
  - display learning in professional knowledge and core content in the field
  - search information from a variety of sources
  - work in various duties in a variety of operating environments
  - show that he has achieved the targets for core competence
  - display learning in the key safety practices in the field
  - act according to ethical principles
  - to contribute his learning for the benefit of a group or project

  Good

  The student is able to:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field systematically
  - find information and assess and use information sources with a critical eye
  - apply professional information in professional assignments
  - apply professional expertise in various work assignments
  - act independently and responsibly in professional contexts
  - plan operations with safety in mind
  - act according to professional ethics
  - act purposefully in working groups and projects

  Excellent

  The student is able to:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field professionally
  - argue the use of his sources - argue a course of action on the basis of research information or findings
  - operate in a range of duties and work situations, also in international contexts
  - to act in a way that is customeroriented and displays entrepreneurial spirit
  - to act responsibly, taking safety issues into consideration
  - argue his choices on the basis of professional ethics
  - organise and manage the operation of a group and project

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Kaarina Pirilä

  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Recommended or required reading

  Osoitetaan Moodle-alustalla. Sisältää myös nauhoitettuja verkkoluentoja.
  
  Opettajan laatimat tehtävät ja MATERIAALIT ovat Tekijänoikeuslain (404/61) mukaisia teoksia, joihin opettajalla on tekijänoikeus. Tehtäviä JA MATERIAALEJA ei saa käyttää muuten kuin omissa opinnoissaan. Niiden julkinen levittäminen on sallittua vain opettajan luvalla. (not translated)

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Verkkokurssi, jonka teoriaosuus suoritetaan kokonaan Moodle-alustalla. Alusta auki 10.9.2021-10.12.2021
  
  Tähän opintojaksoon tarjotaan myös menetelmäpajoja. Menetelmäpajoihin osallistuminen on vapaaehtoista.
  Menetelmäpajoja on tarjolla kolme erilaista: kvantitatiivinen, kvalitatiivinen ja kehittämistyön paja.
  Yhden menetelmäpajan pituus on 1 x 3h.
  Jokaista menetelmäpajaa toteutetaan useita kertoja lukukauden aikana. Opiskelija valitsee omaan aikatauluun parhaiten sopivat.
  
  Vastuuopettaja Kaarina Pirilä. (not translated)

  Assessment methods and criteria

  Opintojakson suorittaminen edellyttää aktiivista osallistumista, materiaaleihin tutustumista, tehtävien tekemisen ja verkkotentin hyväksyttyä suoritusta aikarajan puitteissa.
  Etiikan yksilötehtävä arvioidaan hyväksytty/hylätty asteikolla, pienryhmässä tehtävä menetelmäoppimistehtävä arvioidaan arvosanalla 0-5, verkkotentti hyv/hyl, epidemiologiaosuuden tehtävät hyv/hyl. Kaikki suoritukset palautettava ennenkuin Moodle sulkeutuu. (not translated)

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  01.08.2021 - 31.12.2021

  Enrollment date

  03.05.2021 - 16.05.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXE20K1

  Seats

  0 - 30

  Teacher(s)

  Kaarina Pirilä, Heini Maisala-McDonnell

  Further information for students

  Mukava verkkokurssi, tervetuloa opiskelemaan! (not translated)

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Optometry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  R&D proportion

  5 credits

  Virtual proportion

  5 credits

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

  Exam schedule

  Verkkotentti Moodlessa.
  Saa uusia 2 x kolmen päivän välein. Hyväksytty suoritus 50% oikein (hyväksytty/hylätty arviointi). Myös uusinnat tehtävä ennen 10.12., jolloin Moodle sulkeutuu. (not translated)

  Students use of time and load

  Opiskelijan resurssi 5 x 27h (not translated)

  Content periodicity

  Verkkokurssi auki Moodlessa 10.9.2021-10.12.2021.
  
  Opintojaksossa suoritetaan etiikan yksilötehtävä (arvioidaan hyväksytty/hylätty), sekä menetelmäpienryhmätehtävä (4-5 hlöä, arvioidaan asteikolla 0-5). Epidemiologiaan liittyvät tehtävät tehdään Moodlen ohjeen mukaisesti. Opintojakson arvosana muodostuu pienryhmätehtävän arvosanasta.
  
  Menetelmäpajat erillisen aikataulun mukaisesti. Menetelmäpajoja järjestetään useita kertoja lukukauden aikana. (not translated)

  Location and Time

  Oppimisalustana Moodle, joka aukeaa 10.9.2021 ja sulkeutuu 10.12.2021.
  
  Menetelmäpajat erillisen aikataulun mukaisesti, aikataulu on Moodlessa. Menetelmäpajoja toteutetaan useita kertoja lukukauden aikana. (not translated)

•     Methods for Research and Development Work SX00DZ98-3005 14.03.2022-29.05.2022  5 credits  (SXP20S1, ...) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  Learning outcomes
  The student
  - is familiar with the research process and the principles of development work based on research
  - is familiar with information seeking and analysis methods applicable to development work as well as other work methods
  - understands the justification for methods and instruments used in development work
  - understands the significance of concise research knowledge to the development and implementation of common practices
  - adheres to the ethical principles of research and development work

  Course contents

  Contents
  Research process and development work based on research
  Information seeking and critical reading
  Qualitative and quantitative information seeking and analysis methods and their application to research and development work
  Practice-based approach to development work
  Concise research knowledge (e.g. recommendations) and its use in evidence-based practice
  Ethical principles of research and development work

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  Satisfactory (1–2)
  The student
  - is familiar with the knowledge base and core components of the profession
  - can search for information from a variety of sources
  - is able to work in various tasks in different operating environments - demonstrates that they have achieved the targeted core competence
  - is familiar with the key safety procedures in the profession
  - adheres to ethical principles
  - shares their competence in teams or projects.

  Good

  Good (3–4)
  The student
  - uses the concepts and knowledge base of the field consistently
  - seeks information and assesses information sources and uses them critically - applies the knowledge base of the field in professional tasks
  - applies their professional skill in various professional tasks
  - acts independently and responsibly in professional situations
  - takes safety into consideration when planning activities
  - adheres to the ethical principles of the profession
  - works in a goal-driven way in working groups or projects

  Excellent

  Excellent (5)
  The student
  - uses the concepts and knowledge base of the field in an expert way
  - understands the justification for the use of information sources
  - is able to justify activities using researched knowledge or studies - works in diverse and international tasks and work situations
  - works in a client-centric and entrepreneurial way
  - acts responsibly and with safety in mind
  - is able to justify their activities with the ethical principles of the profession - organises and steers the activities of a team or project

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Kaarina Pirilä

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  14.03.2022 - 29.05.2022

  Enrollment date

  29.11.2021 - 12.12.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXP20S1
  • SXB20S1
  • SXM20S1

  Seats

  0 - 30

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Public Health Nursing, Physiotherapy, Degree Programme in Emergency Care, Nursing (in Finnish), Oral Hygiene, Radiography and Radiotherapy, Midwifery, Optometry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Ocular Anatomy and Physiology, Clinical Microbiology and Investigative Techniques SX00DS02-3004 25.10.2021-31.12.2021  10 credits  (SXE21K1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  Knowledge base
  Students are able to
  
  • describe anatomy and physiology of the eye with in detail and describe the developement of the eye in the area of: (1) orbit, (2) extraocular muscles (basics), (3) ocular blood supply, (4) ocular and orbital nerves, (5) eyelid, (6) eyebrow, (7) conjunctiva, (8) lacrimal system, (9) cornea, (10) sclera and episclera, (11) anterior chamber and angle, (12) iris, (13) pupil and posterior chamber, (14) ciliary body, (15) lens and zonules, (16) choroid, (17) vitreous, (18) retina (basics) (19) optic nerve, and (20) visual pathways (basics).
  
  • describe the basic features of microbiology and immunology in the area of (1) virology, (2) bacteriology, (3) mycology, (4) parasitology, (5) antigens and antibodies, (6) complement system, (7) non-specific immunity, (8) specific immunity, (9) hypersensitivity response, and (10) autoimmunity (11) vaccinations
  
  • describe the basic features of the eye examination equipments, methods of examinations techniques, use of them when exam the healthy structure of the eye and recognize the abnormal signs of the eye. (1) slit lamp microscopy, (2) direct ophthalmoscopy, (3) pupil reactions tests, (4) keratometry, (5) topography, (6) non- contact tonometry (air pressure) and rebound tonometry
  
  Clinical/practical
  Students are able to (basic)
  • assess anterior parts of the eyes with slit lamp using the basic illumination techniques
  • assess fundus with direct ophthalmoscopy
  • measure keratometry values and topography
  • measure intra ocular pressure
  • assess pupil reactions
  • measure thickness of the cornea without anesthesia
  • concerning measurements above; make the records and identify the normal values

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  General Anatomy and Physiology

  Course contents

  Anatomy of the eye:
  Orbit
  o Location of bones and openings
  o Anatomical relationships among orbital structures (extraocular muscles, nerves, blood vessels, fat compartments, fascia)
  Extraocular muscles
  o Names, origins, insertions
  o Innervation, blood supply
  Ocular blood supply
  o Branches of internal and external carotid arteries related to the orbit, eyelid and upper face
  o Branches of the internal and external jugular veins
  o Dural sinuses
  Ocular and orbital nerves
  o Intracranial and extracranial course, branches and functions of cranial nerve I, III, IV, V, VI, VII
  o Parasympathetic and sympathetic nerves (coursse, branches, tissue innervated)
  Eyelid
  o Structures of the layers, muscles and glands
  o Blood supply and drainage, lymphatic drainage
  o Innervation
  Eyebrow (structure and function)
  Conjunctiva
  o Structures of the layers, cell types and glands
  o Blood supply and drainage, lymphatic drainage
  o Innervation
  o Composition of plica semilunaris and caruncle
  o Relationship with adjacent structures
  Lacrimal system
  o Lacrimal gland (structure, innervation, blood supply)
  o Accessory lacrimal glands (location, function)
  o Composition and structure of the tear film
  o Drainage of tears
  o Location of lacrimal fossa and nasolacrimal canal
  Cornea
  • Normal dimensions
  • Temperature
  • Composition and ultrastructure of epithelium, Bowmans’s membrane, stroma, Descemet’s membrane and endothelium
  • Innervation
  • Wound healing and regeneration
  Sclera
  o Dimensions and colour
  o Relationship to adjacent structures
  o Composition of layers
  o Location and content emissaria
  o Structure of lamina cribrosa
  Anterior chamber and angle
  o Shape and dimensions
  o Composition of ultrastructure of the trabecular meshwork, juxtacanalicular tissue, Schlemm’s canal, the scleral spur and Schwalbe’s ring
  Iris
  o Dimensions, zones and coloration
  o Composition and ultrastructure of anterior border, anterior epithelium, stroma and posterior epithelium
  o Composition and ultrastructure of sphincter an dilatator muscles
  o Blood supply, venous drainage
  o Innervation
  Pupil and posterior chamber
  o Locations and dimensions
  Ciliary body
  o Dimensions and relationship to adjacent structures
  o Locations and components of pars plana and pars plicata
  o Ultrastructure of the epithelium and stroma and the ciliary muscle
  o Blood supply, venous drainage
  o Innervation
  Lens and zonules
  o Ultrastructure and composition of capsule, epithelium and cortex
  o Location of nuclei and sutures
  Choroid
  o Extent and thickness
  o Ultrastructure of choriocapillaris
  o Composition of stroma
  o Blood supply, venous drainage
  o Innervation
  o Location and composition of Bruch’s membrane
  Vitreous
  o Composition, ultrastructure, volume and shape
  o Attachments to retina and lens (ultrastructure)
  o Locations of patellar fossa, anterior and posterior hyaloids
  o Location and origin of hyaloid canal
  Retina
  o Components and ultrastructure of each layer
  o Relationship between retinal pigment epithelium and Bruch’s membrane and photoreceptor outer segments
  o Synaptic connections within retina
  • Location, names and function of glial cells
  o Blood supply, venous drainage
  o Location, size and ultrastructure of areea centralis, parafovea, fovea, foveola, macula lutea, ora serrata
  Optic nerve
  o Composition and blood supply of the prelaminar, laminar and retrolaminar portion
  o Location of central retinal artery and vein
  o Normal surface and optic disc/cup features
  Visual pathway
  o Localisation of retinal fibres along visual pathway, optic nerve, chiasm, optic tract, lateral geniculate body, optic radiations, cisual cortex
  o Layers of lateral geniculate body
  o Layers of visual cortex, areas
  o Blood supply
  Developement of the ocular and visual pathway:
  Orbit, extraocular muscles, eyelid, conjunctiva, lacrimal system, cornea, sclera iris, ciliary body, lens and zonules, choroid, vitreous, retina, optic nerve, and visual pathway
  Circulation
  o Haemodynamic patterns (resistance, trans mural pressure, flow rate, critical closing pressures)
  o Autoregulation
  o Autonomic nervous system control
  o Unique environment of the eye (high extravascular pressure)
  o Uveal blood flow: choroid, ciliary body, iris (unique characteristics of each, functions of each)
  o Retinal blood flow (unique characteristiscs, dual supply, functions)
  Eyelids
  o Blink reflexes and protective functions
  o Role in production, distribution and drainage of tears
  Tears
  o Physical characteristics
  o Function of tears
  o Source and function of each layer of tears
  o Basic and reflex tear secretion
  Cornea
  o Physical characteristics (water content, protein content, cells, resistance to trauma)
  o Permeability characteristics of various layers
  o Metabolic characteristics of various layers
  o Factors influencing cornreal thickness/hydration and theories of transparency
  o Physiological parameters, necessary to maintain corneal integrity
  o Physiological charcteristics of corneal nerves
  o Ageing changes of the cornea
  
  Intraocular pressure
  o Mean values and diurnal variation
  o Association to corneal thickness
  o Factors controlling aqueouss production and outflow
  o Nervous system regulation of IOP
  o Systemic factors influencing IOP
  Aqueous
  o Function of aqueous
  o Physical characteristics
  o Formation (ultrafiltration, active transport)
  o Factors influencing rate of flow
  o Composition
  o Blood aqueous barriers location, ultrastructure, function)
  Lacrimal apparatus
  o Regulation of basic and reflex tear secretion
  Pupillary pathways
  o Sympathetic and parasympathetic pathway to iris
  o Functional relationship between pupillary pathways and central nervous system
  Lens
  o Function and physical characteristics
  o Metabolism
  o Lens proteins
  o Theories of transparency
  o Regeneration
  o Ageing changes in composition
  Choroid
  o Functions
  o Physiological relationships with retina
  Vitreous
  o Function and physical characteristics
  o Metabolism
  o Ageing changes in composition
  Clinical microbiology:
  General immunology
  • Antigens and antibodies
  • Non-specific immunity
  • Specific immunity
  • Hypersensitivity responses
  • Autoimmunity
  • Normal flora and it´s disorders
  • Vaccinations
  Virology
  o Structure and morphology
  o Classification
  o Viral diseases
  o Immunity
  o Laboratory diagnosis
  Bacteriology
  o Structure and morphology
  o Gram staining
  o Anaerobic and aerobic bacteria
  o Physiological processes of bacterial growth
  o Bacterial diseases
  o Pathological mechanisms of bacterial infection
  o Immunity
  o Laboratory diagnosis
  Mucology
  o Biology of fungi
  o Mycotic diseases
  o Laboratory diagnosis
  Parasitology
  o Acanthamebia
  o Toxoplasma
  o Onchocercus
  o Toxicariasis
  o Phtiriasis
  Eye examination techniques:
  -Direct ophthalmoscopy
  structure, (illumination and viewing systems, apertures, filtters), methods, recommend clinical prosedure and use, field of view and magnification, optimal periphery examination, normal fundus appearance
  -slit lamp microscopy:
  structure, (illumination and viewing systems, apertures, filtters), methods, recommend clinical prosedure and use -Keratometry and topography:
  structure and principal, image formation, measurements, astigmatism; amount and position, normal cornea features, principal of topography, measurement and different maps, normal cornea appearance and variations, including eccentricity
  -Pupil reactions: methods, recording, normal values and functioning, factors affecting pupil size, Horner syndrome, Adie, III cranial nerve paresis, physiological anisocoria
  -Intra ocular pressure, measurement, non-contact tonometers, air pressure and rebound tonometer: structure, methods, recommend clinical prosedure and use, normal values
  -Cornea thickness measurements with non contact methods: structure, methods, recommend clinical prosedure and use, normal values

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student is able to:
  - display learning in core content
  - use individual professional concepts correctly
  - find information for a specific situation
  - distinguish between non-theoretical and theoretical information
  - act in individual professional situations as instructed - display learning in his professional field
  - show that he has achieved the targets for core competence
  - follow safety instructions
  - display learning in the ethical principles of his professional field
  - operate as a member of a student group

  Good

  The student is able to:
  - display an understanding of concepts and professional knowledge in the field
  - assess and limit the amount of information needed
  - operate well in typical professional duties and contexts
  - operate in a multicultural environment
  - operate safely
  - act according to professional ethics
  - operate in a student group

  Excellent

  The student is able to:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field systematically
  - assess and use various information sources
  - apply professional information in professional assignments
  - work in various duties in a variety of operating environments
  - act independently and responsibly in professional contexts
  - to take safety issues into consideration in his action
  - argue his choices on the basis of professional ethics
  - organise the activities of a group of students

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Satu Autio

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Recommended or required reading

  Cl. microbiology:
  Oppiportti: Mikrobiologia, Immunologia, Infektiosairaudet
  Moodle
  Karhumäki, E., Jonsson, A. & Saros, M.: Mikrobit hoitotyön haasteena, Edita, 2016: sivut: 11-61, 95-100, 104-196, 2009: sivut 11-57, 91-97, 99-168, 191-255
  Matikainen, A., Miettinen, M. & Wasström, K.: Näytteenottajan käsikirja, Edita, 2010, sivut: 7-41, 42-52, 83, 126
  
  Anatomy and physiology of the eye:
  Saari KM ym: Silmätautioppi. Kandidaattikustannus (selected parts)

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Lectures (ZOOM)
  Guided practices and assignments
  Written assignments x 2

  Assessment methods and criteria

  2,5 ECTS Clinical microbiology written assignment (including literature reference): 1-5, 30% of total grade.
  3 ECTS Anatomy and physiology of the eye, written examination: 1-5, 40% of total grade.
  1,5 op Examination techniques, written examination: 1-5, 30% of total grade.
  1 op Written assignment of Anatomy and physiology of the eye and Examination techniques: pass/rewrite.
  2 op Clinical practices, including independent practices: pass/rewrite.

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  25.10.2021 - 31.12.2021

  Enrollment date

  03.05.2021 - 16.05.2021

  • 10 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXE21K1

  Seats

  0 - 35

  Teacher(s)

  Pia Mäkelä, Elina Tirkkonen, Anou Londesborough, Marja Miettinen, Satu Autio

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Optometry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

  Exam schedule

  Eye anatomy and physiology exam XX.2021
  retakes: XX ja XX
  
  - eye examination; written exam xx

  International connections

  N/A

  Students use of time and load

  -

•     Ocular Anatomy and Physiology, Clinical Microbiology and Investigative Techniques SX00DS02-3005 14.03.2022-22.05.2022  10 credits  (SXE21S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  Knowledge base
  Students are able to
  
  • describe anatomy and physiology of the eye with in detail and describe the developement of the eye in the area of: (1) orbit, (2) extraocular muscles (basics), (3) ocular blood supply, (4) ocular and orbital nerves, (5) eyelid, (6) eyebrow, (7) conjunctiva, (8) lacrimal system, (9) cornea, (10) sclera and episclera, (11) anterior chamber and angle, (12) iris, (13) pupil and posterior chamber, (14) ciliary body, (15) lens and zonules, (16) choroid, (17) vitreous, (18) retina (basics) (19) optic nerve, and (20) visual pathways (basics).
  
  • describe the basic features of microbiology and immunology in the area of (1) virology, (2) bacteriology, (3) mycology, (4) parasitology, (5) antigens and antibodies, (6) complement system, (7) non-specific immunity, (8) specific immunity, (9) hypersensitivity response, and (10) autoimmunity (11) vaccinations
  
  • describe the basic features of the eye examination equipments, methods of examinations techniques, use of them when exam the healthy structure of the eye and recognize the abnormal signs of the eye. (1) slit lamp microscopy, (2) direct ophthalmoscopy, (3) pupil reactions tests, (4) keratometry, (5) topography, (6) non- contact tonometry (air pressure) and rebound tonometry
  
  Clinical/practical
  Students are able to (basic)
  • assess anterior parts of the eyes with slit lamp using the basic illumination techniques
  • assess fundus with direct ophthalmoscopy
  • measure keratometry values and topography
  • measure intra ocular pressure
  • assess pupil reactions
  • measure thickness of the cornea without anesthesia
  • concerning measurements above; make the records and identify the normal values

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  General Anatomy and Physiology

  Course contents

  Anatomy of the eye:
  Orbit
  o Location of bones and openings
  o Anatomical relationships among orbital structures (extraocular muscles, nerves, blood vessels, fat compartments, fascia)
  Extraocular muscles
  o Names, origins, insertions
  o Innervation, blood supply
  Ocular blood supply
  o Branches of internal and external carotid arteries related to the orbit, eyelid and upper face
  o Branches of the internal and external jugular veins
  o Dural sinuses
  Ocular and orbital nerves
  o Intracranial and extracranial course, branches and functions of cranial nerve I, III, IV, V, VI, VII
  o Parasympathetic and sympathetic nerves (coursse, branches, tissue innervated)
  Eyelid
  o Structures of the layers, muscles and glands
  o Blood supply and drainage, lymphatic drainage
  o Innervation
  Eyebrow (structure and function)
  Conjunctiva
  o Structures of the layers, cell types and glands
  o Blood supply and drainage, lymphatic drainage
  o Innervation
  o Composition of plica semilunaris and caruncle
  o Relationship with adjacent structures
  Lacrimal system
  o Lacrimal gland (structure, innervation, blood supply)
  o Accessory lacrimal glands (location, function)
  o Composition and structure of the tear film
  o Drainage of tears
  o Location of lacrimal fossa and nasolacrimal canal
  Cornea
  • Normal dimensions
  • Temperature
  • Composition and ultrastructure of epithelium, Bowmans’s membrane, stroma, Descemet’s membrane and endothelium
  • Innervation
  • Wound healing and regeneration
  Sclera
  o Dimensions and colour
  o Relationship to adjacent structures
  o Composition of layers
  o Location and content emissaria
  o Structure of lamina cribrosa
  Anterior chamber and angle
  o Shape and dimensions
  o Composition of ultrastructure of the trabecular meshwork, juxtacanalicular tissue, Schlemm’s canal, the scleral spur and Schwalbe’s ring
  Iris
  o Dimensions, zones and coloration
  o Composition and ultrastructure of anterior border, anterior epithelium, stroma and posterior epithelium
  o Composition and ultrastructure of sphincter an dilatator muscles
  o Blood supply, venous drainage
  o Innervation
  Pupil and posterior chamber
  o Locations and dimensions
  Ciliary body
  o Dimensions and relationship to adjacent structures
  o Locations and components of pars plana and pars plicata
  o Ultrastructure of the epithelium and stroma and the ciliary muscle
  o Blood supply, venous drainage
  o Innervation
  Lens and zonules
  o Ultrastructure and composition of capsule, epithelium and cortex
  o Location of nuclei and sutures
  Choroid
  o Extent and thickness
  o Ultrastructure of choriocapillaris
  o Composition of stroma
  o Blood supply, venous drainage
  o Innervation
  o Location and composition of Bruch’s membrane
  Vitreous
  o Composition, ultrastructure, volume and shape
  o Attachments to retina and lens (ultrastructure)
  o Locations of patellar fossa, anterior and posterior hyaloids
  o Location and origin of hyaloid canal
  Retina
  o Components and ultrastructure of each layer
  o Relationship between retinal pigment epithelium and Bruch’s membrane and photoreceptor outer segments
  o Synaptic connections within retina
  • Location, names and function of glial cells
  o Blood supply, venous drainage
  o Location, size and ultrastructure of areea centralis, parafovea, fovea, foveola, macula lutea, ora serrata
  Optic nerve
  o Composition and blood supply of the prelaminar, laminar and retrolaminar portion
  o Location of central retinal artery and vein
  o Normal surface and optic disc/cup features
  Visual pathway
  o Localisation of retinal fibres along visual pathway, optic nerve, chiasm, optic tract, lateral geniculate body, optic radiations, cisual cortex
  o Layers of lateral geniculate body
  o Layers of visual cortex, areas
  o Blood supply
  Developement of the ocular and visual pathway:
  Orbit, extraocular muscles, eyelid, conjunctiva, lacrimal system, cornea, sclera iris, ciliary body, lens and zonules, choroid, vitreous, retina, optic nerve, and visual pathway
  Circulation
  o Haemodynamic patterns (resistance, trans mural pressure, flow rate, critical closing pressures)
  o Autoregulation
  o Autonomic nervous system control
  o Unique environment of the eye (high extravascular pressure)
  o Uveal blood flow: choroid, ciliary body, iris (unique characteristics of each, functions of each)
  o Retinal blood flow (unique characteristiscs, dual supply, functions)
  Eyelids
  o Blink reflexes and protective functions
  o Role in production, distribution and drainage of tears
  Tears
  o Physical characteristics
  o Function of tears
  o Source and function of each layer of tears
  o Basic and reflex tear secretion
  Cornea
  o Physical characteristics (water content, protein content, cells, resistance to trauma)
  o Permeability characteristics of various layers
  o Metabolic characteristics of various layers
  o Factors influencing cornreal thickness/hydration and theories of transparency
  o Physiological parameters, necessary to maintain corneal integrity
  o Physiological charcteristics of corneal nerves
  o Ageing changes of the cornea
  
  Intraocular pressure
  o Mean values and diurnal variation
  o Association to corneal thickness
  o Factors controlling aqueouss production and outflow
  o Nervous system regulation of IOP
  o Systemic factors influencing IOP
  Aqueous
  o Function of aqueous
  o Physical characteristics
  o Formation (ultrafiltration, active transport)
  o Factors influencing rate of flow
  o Composition
  o Blood aqueous barriers location, ultrastructure, function)
  Lacrimal apparatus
  o Regulation of basic and reflex tear secretion
  Pupillary pathways
  o Sympathetic and parasympathetic pathway to iris
  o Functional relationship between pupillary pathways and central nervous system
  Lens
  o Function and physical characteristics
  o Metabolism
  o Lens proteins
  o Theories of transparency
  o Regeneration
  o Ageing changes in composition
  Choroid
  o Functions
  o Physiological relationships with retina
  Vitreous
  o Function and physical characteristics
  o Metabolism
  o Ageing changes in composition
  Clinical microbiology:
  General immunology
  • Antigens and antibodies
  • Non-specific immunity
  • Specific immunity
  • Hypersensitivity responses
  • Autoimmunity
  • Normal flora and it´s disorders
  • Vaccinations
  Virology
  o Structure and morphology
  o Classification
  o Viral diseases
  o Immunity
  o Laboratory diagnosis
  Bacteriology
  o Structure and morphology
  o Gram staining
  o Anaerobic and aerobic bacteria
  o Physiological processes of bacterial growth
  o Bacterial diseases
  o Pathological mechanisms of bacterial infection
  o Immunity
  o Laboratory diagnosis
  Mucology
  o Biology of fungi
  o Mycotic diseases
  o Laboratory diagnosis
  Parasitology
  o Acanthamebia
  o Toxoplasma
  o Onchocercus
  o Toxicariasis
  o Phtiriasis
  Eye examination techniques:
  -Direct ophthalmoscopy
  structure, (illumination and viewing systems, apertures, filtters), methods, recommend clinical prosedure and use, field of view and magnification, optimal periphery examination, normal fundus appearance
  -slit lamp microscopy:
  structure, (illumination and viewing systems, apertures, filtters), methods, recommend clinical prosedure and use -Keratometry and topography:
  structure and principal, image formation, measurements, astigmatism; amount and position, normal cornea features, principal of topography, measurement and different maps, normal cornea appearance and variations, including eccentricity
  -Pupil reactions: methods, recording, normal values and functioning, factors affecting pupil size, Horner syndrome, Adie, III cranial nerve paresis, physiological anisocoria
  -Intra ocular pressure, measurement, non-contact tonometers, air pressure and rebound tonometer: structure, methods, recommend clinical prosedure and use, normal values
  -Cornea thickness measurements with non contact methods: structure, methods, recommend clinical prosedure and use, normal values

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student is able to:
  - display learning in core content
  - use individual professional concepts correctly
  - find information for a specific situation
  - distinguish between non-theoretical and theoretical information
  - act in individual professional situations as instructed - display learning in his professional field
  - show that he has achieved the targets for core competence
  - follow safety instructions
  - display learning in the ethical principles of his professional field
  - operate as a member of a student group

  Good

  The student is able to:
  - display an understanding of concepts and professional knowledge in the field
  - assess and limit the amount of information needed
  - operate well in typical professional duties and contexts
  - operate in a multicultural environment
  - operate safely
  - act according to professional ethics
  - operate in a student group

  Excellent

  The student is able to:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field systematically
  - assess and use various information sources
  - apply professional information in professional assignments
  - work in various duties in a variety of operating environments
  - act independently and responsibly in professional contexts
  - to take safety issues into consideration in his action
  - argue his choices on the basis of professional ethics
  - organise the activities of a group of students

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Satu Autio

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Recommended or required reading

  Cl. microbiology:
  Oppiportti: Mikrobiologia, Immunologia, Infektiosairaudet
  Moodle
  Karhumäki, E., Jonsson, A. & Saros, M.: Mikrobit hoitotyön haasteena, Edita, 2016: sivut: 11-61, 95-100, 104-196, 2009: sivut 11-57, 91-97, 99-168, 191-255
  Matikainen, A., Miettinen, M. & Wasström, K.: Näytteenottajan käsikirja, Edita, 2010, sivut: 7-41, 42-52, 83, 126
  
  Anatomy and physiology of the eye:
  Saari KM ym: Silmätautioppi. Kandidaattikustannus (selected parts)

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Lectures (ZOOM)
  Guided practices and assignments
  Written assignments x 2

  Assessment methods and criteria

  2,5 ECTS Clinical microbiology written assignment (including literature reference): 1-5, 30% of total grade.
  3 ECTS Anatomy and physiology of the eye, written examination: 1-5, 40% of total grade.
  1,5 op Examination techniques, written examination: 1-5, 30% of total grade.
  1 op Written assignment of Anatomy and physiology of the eye and Examination techniques: pass/rewrite.
  2 op Clinical practices, including independent practices: pass/rewrite.

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  14.03.2022 - 22.05.2022

  Enrollment date

  29.11.2021 - 12.12.2021

  • 10 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXE21S1

  Seats

  0 - 35

  Teacher(s)

  Pia Mäkelä, Elina Tirkkonen, Anou Londesborough, Marja Miettinen, Satu Autio

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Optometry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

  Exam schedule

  Eye anatomy and physiology exam 29.4.2021
  retakes: 27.5. and 10.6.2021
  
  - eye examination; written exam 6.5.2021

  International connections

  N/A

  Students use of time and load

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•     Optical Fair VV00DC74-3006 01.01.2022-31.07.2022  2 credits + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  Students will deepen their expertise in optical science by visiting the international optical industry fair. The aim is to get a clear picture of the current spectacle frame fashion, research facilities and other developments in the field of optical field.

  Course contents

  Participation in fairs.

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Recommended or required reading

  Material from the fair

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  The students participate in the optical industry fairs, Mido or Silmo. The student will get acquainted with the fair. he makes a presentation on the subject. The work will be presented later in the appropriate Study module.

  Assessment methods and criteria

  Approved completion: Participation at the fair and presentation

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  01.01.2022 - 31.07.2022

  Enrollment date

  16.09.2021 - 31.12.2021

  • 2 credits

  Seats

  0 - 30

  Teacher(s)

  Eero Kokko

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Optometry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Evaluation scale

  Hyväksytty/Hylätty

  Location and Time

  MIDO Eyewear Show - Milan | February 12, 13, 14 | 2022

•     Optics and Applications in Optometry SX00EF94-3002 01.08.2021-24.10.2021  10 credits  (SXE21K1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  Knowledge base
  Students are able to
  • explain and solve problems by drawing and calculating related to the eye, optical instruments and lenses, their problems, function and correction.
  • areas are: refraction at single spherical or plane surfaces, thin lenses, thick lenses and mirrors.
  • describe basic physical characteristics of light (the wavy nature and aberrations of light, the behavior of light in media, polarization and light passage through multiple polarizers, image quality, diffraction and interference).
  • describe the basic features of lighting and guide in choosing the right lighting
  • describe the properties of eye protection and sunglasses
  
  Clinical/practical
  Students are able to
  Work placement and practicing in university, 2 ECTS:
  • advise and dispense the most appropriate spectacles, sunglasses and safety glasses with regard to durability and comfort (anatomy), as well as cosmetic and lifestyle considerations.
  • measure single-power and multifocal spectacles, taking into account standards.
  • adjust spectacles, taking into account the characteristics of different frame materials
  • grind single-power and multifocal spectacles
  • perform simple spectacle services and repairs
  • identify frame materials and know how to select special treatments

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Spectacle application and manufacturing and Optics of the Spectacle Lenses

  Course contents

  GEOMETRICAL OPTICS
  Refraction at single spherical or plane surfaces
  o Curvature and sagitta
  o Refractive index and rectilinear propagation
  o Vergence and dioptric power
  o Object-image relationships
  o Lateral magnification
  o Snell’s law of refraction
  o Total reflection
  Thin lenses
  o Vergence: dioptic and effective power
  o Object-image relationships
  o Lateral magnification
  o Lensmaker’s formula
  o Ray tracing
  Thick lenses
  o Object-image relationships
  o Cardinal points and principal planes
  o Dioptric power
  Eye models and sphero-cylindrical lenses
  o ametropias and refraction of the principal meridians
  o sphero-cylindrical lenses and the location of foci, image planes, principal meridians, least blur confusion
  o dioptric distributions in lenses, also between principal meridians
  Lens prismatic effect
  o Prentice formula
  o manipulation of lens form and setting to obtain the desired control of prismatic effect horizontal and vertical meridian
  o vertical prism effect
  Mirrors
  o Planar and spherical reflection
  o Proportion of light reflected from a surface (Fresnel’s law)
  o Object-image relationships
  o Lateral magnification
  o Lens / mirror systems
  o Focal points, focal planes and curvatures
  o Lens and mirror systems
  o Ray tracing
  
  PHYSICAL OPTICS
  Wave optics and aberrations:
  • Characteristics of wave motion
  • Classifications of the electromagnetic spectrum
  • Total and partial coherence
  • Diffraction (single slit, circular aperture, limits of resolution, zone plates)
  • Interference (double slit, multiples slits, thin film, antireflective coatings, holography)
  • Scattering (Rayleigh compared to Tyndall)
  • Dispersion
  
  Interaction of light and matter:
  • Atomic energy levels, absorption and emission line spectra
  • Continuous spectra
  • Fluorescence (photons, energy levels)
  • Lasers (theory of operation, speckle pattern)
  • Spectral transmission
  • Light emitting diodes (LED)
  
  Polarization:
  • Linear polarized light
  • Circular and elliptical polarization
  • Polarization by reflection (glare reduction, Brewster’s law)
  • Effect of scattering on polarization
  • Transmission through successive polarizers (stress analysis, Malus’ law)
  
  Image quality:
  • Resolving power
  • Point and line spread function
  • Modulation transfer function (Fourier optics)
  VISUAL OPTICS
  Quality of retinal image:
  • Aberrations
  -spherical
  -chromatic
  -coma
  -curvature
  -oblique astimatism
  -distortion
  • Diffraction and stray light
  • Point and line spread functions
  Wave front technology and its use in optometry
  
  Radiation of the eye:
  • Radiometry (radiant, intensity, radiance, and irradiance)
  • Photometry (Luminosity function, luminous intensity, luminance, and illuminance, Lambertian surfaces-cosine laws)
  • Spectral transmission of the ocular media
  • Retinal illuminance
  • Effects of radiation (especially infrared, visible and ultraviolet)
  
  Safety goggles and sun glasses:
  -absorptive lenses
  -specification of lens tints and absorptive coatings
  -characteristics of photochromic lenses
  Spectacles for safety , occupational and hobby purpose:
  -impact resistance
  -safety goggles
  -standards
  •Lens and frame manufacturing and selections: product presentations by importers/agents

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  Student is able to:
  - Display learning in core content
  - Use individual professional concepts correctly
  - Find information for a specific situation
  - Distinguish between non-theoretical and theoretical information
  - Act in individual professional situations as instructed
  - Display learning in his professional field
  - Show that he has achieved the targets for core competence
  - Follow safety instructions
  - Display learning in the ethical principles of his professional field
  - Operate as a member of a student group

  Good

  Student is able to:
  - Display an understanding of concepts and professional knowledge in the field
  - Assess and limit the amount of information needed
  - Operate well in typical professional duties and contexts
  - Operate in a multicultural environment
  - Operate safely
  - Act according to professional ethics
  - Operate in a student group

  Excellent

  Student is able to:
  - Use concepts and knowledge in his field systematically
  - Assess and use various information sources
  - Apply professional information in professional assignments
  - Work in various duties in a variety of operating environments
  - Act independently and responsibly in professional contexts
  - To take safety issues into consideration in his action
  - Argue his choices on the basis of professional ethics
  - Organise the activities of a group of students

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Johanna Valtanen

  Mode of delivery

  60% Face-to-face, 40% Distance learning

  Recommended or required reading

  To be announced.

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Lessons
  Learning assignments
  Written assignment
  Demonstrations

  Assessment methods and criteria

  Assessment requires that all parts of the course are passed.
  Grades are determined by exams.
  Exams and written assignments are assessed with grading scale 1-5, physics determines 60 % and optometry 40% of the whole grade.
  Work placement and competence demonstrations are assessed passed - to be supplemented.

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  01.08.2021 - 24.10.2021

  Enrollment date

  03.05.2021 - 16.05.2021

  • 10 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXE21K1

  Seats

  0 - 35

  Teacher(s)

  Johanna Valtanen, Tanja Lehti, Juha Kopu

  Further information for students

  If the student has individualized educational support arrangements, shall this student contact the teacher of the course immediately after the end of the registration period (or latest before the start of the course.)

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Optometry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Virtual proportion

  4 credits

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

  Completion alternatives

  N/A

  Work placement(s)

  Work placement 1 week (1,5 credits)
  Demonstrations (0,5 credits)
  Working life representative - professional lessons

  Exam schedule

  Exam Physics: xx.xx.2021
  Retakes (2 times) Autumn 2021
  Dates for retakes are announced later.

  International connections

  N/A

  Students use of time and load

  10 credits = 270 h studies
  Theoretical studies: lessons, assignments, independent studying 8 credits = 216 h
  Work placement and demonstrations ( incl. preparing) = 54 h

  Location and Time

  Autumn semester 2021, first period.
  Myllypuro Campus, Teams / Zoom. Teacher of the course will give further information before the beginning of the course.

•     Optics and Applications in Optometry SX00EF94-3003 01.01.2022-13.03.2022  10 credits  (SXE21S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  Knowledge base
  Students are able to
  • explain and solve problems by drawing and calculating related to the eye, optical instruments and lenses, their problems, function and correction.
  • areas are: refraction at single spherical or plane surfaces, thin lenses, thick lenses and mirrors.
  • describe basic physical characteristics of light (the wavy nature and aberrations of light, the behavior of light in media, polarization and light passage through multiple polarizers, image quality, diffraction and interference).
  • describe the basic features of lighting and guide in choosing the right lighting
  • describe the properties of eye protection and sunglasses
  
  Clinical/practical
  Students are able to
  Work placement and practicing in university, 2 ECTS:
  • advise and dispense the most appropriate spectacles, sunglasses and safety glasses with regard to durability and comfort (anatomy), as well as cosmetic and lifestyle considerations.
  • measure single-power and multifocal spectacles, taking into account standards.
  • adjust spectacles, taking into account the characteristics of different frame materials
  • grind single-power and multifocal spectacles
  • perform simple spectacle services and repairs
  • identify frame materials and know how to select special treatments

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Spectacle application and manufacturing and Optics of the Spectacle Lenses

  Course contents

  GEOMETRICAL OPTICS
  Refraction at single spherical or plane surfaces
  o Curvature and sagitta
  o Refractive index and rectilinear propagation
  o Vergence and dioptric power
  o Object-image relationships
  o Lateral magnification
  o Snell’s law of refraction
  o Total reflection
  Thin lenses
  o Vergence: dioptic and effective power
  o Object-image relationships
  o Lateral magnification
  o Lensmaker’s formula
  o Ray tracing
  Thick lenses
  o Object-image relationships
  o Cardinal points and principal planes
  o Dioptric power
  Eye models and sphero-cylindrical lenses
  o ametropias and refraction of the principal meridians
  o sphero-cylindrical lenses and the location of foci, image planes, principal meridians, least blur confusion
  o dioptric distributions in lenses, also between principal meridians
  Lens prismatic effect
  o Prentice formula
  o manipulation of lens form and setting to obtain the desired control of prismatic effect horizontal and vertical meridian
  o vertical prism effect
  Mirrors
  o Planar and spherical reflection
  o Proportion of light reflected from a surface (Fresnel’s law)
  o Object-image relationships
  o Lateral magnification
  o Lens / mirror systems
  o Focal points, focal planes and curvatures
  o Lens and mirror systems
  o Ray tracing
  
  PHYSICAL OPTICS
  Wave optics and aberrations:
  • Characteristics of wave motion
  • Classifications of the electromagnetic spectrum
  • Total and partial coherence
  • Diffraction (single slit, circular aperture, limits of resolution, zone plates)
  • Interference (double slit, multiples slits, thin film, antireflective coatings, holography)
  • Scattering (Rayleigh compared to Tyndall)
  • Dispersion
  
  Interaction of light and matter:
  • Atomic energy levels, absorption and emission line spectra
  • Continuous spectra
  • Fluorescence (photons, energy levels)
  • Lasers (theory of operation, speckle pattern)
  • Spectral transmission
  • Light emitting diodes (LED)
  
  Polarization:
  • Linear polarized light
  • Circular and elliptical polarization
  • Polarization by reflection (glare reduction, Brewster’s law)
  • Effect of scattering on polarization
  • Transmission through successive polarizers (stress analysis, Malus’ law)
  
  Image quality:
  • Resolving power
  • Point and line spread function
  • Modulation transfer function (Fourier optics)
  VISUAL OPTICS
  Quality of retinal image:
  • Aberrations
  -spherical
  -chromatic
  -coma
  -curvature
  -oblique astimatism
  -distortion
  • Diffraction and stray light
  • Point and line spread functions
  Wave front technology and its use in optometry
  
  Radiation of the eye:
  • Radiometry (radiant, intensity, radiance, and irradiance)
  • Photometry (Luminosity function, luminous intensity, luminance, and illuminance, Lambertian surfaces-cosine laws)
  • Spectral transmission of the ocular media
  • Retinal illuminance
  • Effects of radiation (especially infrared, visible and ultraviolet)
  
  Safety goggles and sun glasses:
  -absorptive lenses
  -specification of lens tints and absorptive coatings
  -characteristics of photochromic lenses
  Spectacles for safety , occupational and hobby purpose:
  -impact resistance
  -safety goggles
  -standards
  •Lens and frame manufacturing and selections: product presentations by importers/agents

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  Student is able to:
  - Display learning in core content
  - Use individual professional concepts correctly
  - Find information for a specific situation
  - Distinguish between non-theoretical and theoretical information
  - Act in individual professional situations as instructed
  - Display learning in his professional field
  - Show that he has achieved the targets for core competence
  - Follow safety instructions
  - Display learning in the ethical principles of his professional field
  - Operate as a member of a student group

  Good

  Student is able to:
  - Display an understanding of concepts and professional knowledge in the field
  - Assess and limit the amount of information needed
  - Operate well in typical professional duties and contexts
  - Operate in a multicultural environment
  - Operate safely
  - Act according to professional ethics
  - Operate in a student group

  Excellent

  Student is able to:
  - Use concepts and knowledge in his field systematically
  - Assess and use various information sources
  - Apply professional information in professional assignments
  - Work in various duties in a variety of operating environments
  - Act independently and responsibly in professional contexts
  - To take safety issues into consideration in his action
  - Argue his choices on the basis of professional ethics
  - Organise the activities of a group of students

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Johanna Valtanen

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Recommended or required reading

  To be announced.

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Lessons
  Learning assignments
  Written assignment
  Demonstrations

  Assessment methods and criteria

  Assessment requires that all parts of the course are passed.
  Grades are determined by exams.
  Exams and written assignments are assessed with grading scale 1-5, physics determines 60 % and optometry 40% of the whole grade.
  Work placement and competence demonstrations are assessed passed - to be supplemented.

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  01.01.2022 - 13.03.2022

  Enrollment date

  29.11.2021 - 12.12.2021

  • 10 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXE21S1

  Seats

  0 - 35

  Teacher(s)

  Johanna Valtanen, Juha Kopu, Saija Flinkkilä

  Further information for students

  If the student has individualized educational support arrangements, shall this student contact the teacher of the course immediately after the end of the registration period (or latest before the start of the course.)

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Optometry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

  Completion alternatives

  N/A

  Work placement(s)

  Work placement 1 week (1,5 credits)
  Demonstrations (0,5 credits)
  Working life representative - professional lessons

  Exam schedule

  Exam Physics: xx.xx.2022
  Retakes (2 times) Spring 2022
  Dates for retakes are announced later.

  International connections

  N/A

  Students use of time and load

  10 credits = 270 h studies
  Theoretical studies: lessons, assignments, independent studying 8 credits = 216 h
  Work placement and demonstrations ( incl. preparing) = 54 h

  Location and Time

  Spring semester 2022, first period.
  Myllypuro Campus, Teams / Zoom. Teacher of the course will give further information before the beginning of the course.

•     Optics of the Spectacle Lenses SX00EF91-3003 25.10.2021-31.12.2021  5 credits  (SXE21S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  Students are able to
  • describe and solve problems by calculating and drawing a human eye as an optical system
  • calculate power effect in different vertex distance
  • calculate, measure and describe the effect of prism on spectacle lenses and the elimination of unwanted prism effect and use of that in the purpose meaning
  • calculate and describe the magnification effect of spectacles and design solutions in the case of aniseiconic cases
  
  Themes are sphero-cylindrical lenses, thin prisms, prismatic effect and the manipulation of lens form and setting to obtain the desired control of prismatic effect.

  Course contents

  Eye models and sphero-cylindrical lenses
  o ametropias and refraction of the principal meridians
  o sphero-cylindrical lenses and the location of foci, image planes, principal meridians, least blur confusion
  o dioptric distributions in lenses, also between principal meridians
  Lens prismatic effect
  o Prentice formula
  o manipulation of lens form and setting to obtain the desired control of prismatic effect horizontal and vertical meridian
  o vertical prism effect
  Schematic eye models:
  • Dioptric components
  • Cardinal points, entrance and exit pupils
  • Ametropia: far point, near point, correction
  • Accommodation: amplitude and effectivity
  • Astigmatism, including correction
  • Retinal image size, spectacle magnification, and relative spectacle magnification
  • Apertures
  • Entrance and exit pupil size and location
  Optics of the eye:
  • Characteristics of components (curvature, thickness, separation, refractive indices, and axial length)
  • Reference angles and axes
  • Retinal image size
  • Optical function of the pupil – depth of field
  Spectacle lenses:
  • geometry of the lens surface: aspherical and atoric lenses
  • Power effect distance and near and vertex distance
  • spectacle magnifications
  o shape and power factors
  o relative spectacle magnifications
  o iseiconic lenses
  • lens prism and prismatic effect
  o thickness differences in lens by the prism
  o combination of thin prisms
  o resolution of an oblique prism into horizontal and vertical components, oblique prism
  o prism effect in near distances
  • vertical prism eliminations aniseiconic cases
  o Slab off, prism segment, Fresnell prism, taking account of height
  • lens induced problems; aberrations, weight, thickness, limits of field, secondary images, magnification, jump and displacement in spherical and sphero-cylindrical lenses

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  Student is able to:
  - Display learning in core content
  - Use individual professional concepts correctly
  - Find information for a specific situation
  - Distinguish between non-theoretical and theoretical information
  - Act in individual professional situations as instructed
  - Display learning in his professional field
  - Show that he has achieved the targets for core competence
  - Follow safety instructions
  - Display learning in the ethical principles of his professional field
  - Operate as a member of a student group

  Good

  Student is able to:
  - Display an understanding of concepts and professional knowledge in the field
  - Assess and limit the amount of information needed
  - Operate well in typical professional duties and contexts
  - Operate in a multicultural environment
  - Operate safely
  - Act according to professional ethics
  - Operate in a student group

  Excellent

  Student is able to:
  - Use concepts and knowledge in his field systematically
  - Assess and use various information sources
  - Apply professional information in professional assignments
  - Work in various duties in a variety of operating environments
  - Act independently and responsibly in professional contexts
  - To take safety issues into consideration in his action
  - Argue his choices on the basis of professional ethics
  - Organise the activities of a group of students

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Johanna Valtanen

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Recommended or required reading

  To be announced

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Lessons
  Learning assignments

  Assessment methods and criteria

  Continuing assessment, assignments, tehtävät.
  Grade determines by exam.

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  25.10.2021 - 31.12.2021

  Enrollment date

  03.05.2021 - 12.09.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXE21S1

  Seats

  0 - 35

  Teacher(s)

  Tanja Lehti

  Further information for students

  If the student has individualized educational support arrangements, shall this student contact the teacher of the course immediately after the end of the registration period (or latest before the start of the course.)

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Optometry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

  Completion alternatives

  N/A

  Work placement(s)

  -

  Exam schedule

  Exam xx.x.2021 on Campus if possible, on web if needed.
  I retake: Spring 2022
  II retake: Spring 2022
  Dates for retakes will be announced later.

  Students use of time and load

  5 credits = 135 hours work for student
  Lessons approx. 36 h
  Exam 3 h
  Learning assignments approx. 30 h
  Independent studying approx. 65 h

  Location and Time

  Myllypuro Campus. If needed lessons will be on web or combination of lessons and web-studies. Teacher of the course will give further information before the beginning of the course.

•     Optometric Management of Elderly People and Low Vision Patients SX00BP28-3010 10.08.2021-31.12.2021  5 credits  (SXE19K1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  Students can apply various methods to assess vision problems in aging adults and low vision. They can prescribe and fit corrective optical appliances and low vision aids if necessary. Students are able to describe effects of aging, ocular disorders and systemic diseases on vision and visual functioning. Students can analyze problems caused by low vision and find solutions for them. They can assist customers in using their residual vision and show empathy towards customers. Students can justify the significance of community planning from the perspective of functional ability and accessible environment.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Ocular Health Care Examination

  Course contents

  Physiological aging changes in vision, the definitions, prevalence and causes of low vision, eye examination for the low vision patient, prescribing and fitting low vision aids, eccentric viewing techniques, orientation and mobility, guiding visually impaired persons, rehabilitation services and legislation regarding visually impaired persons, community planning and accessible environment.

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student is able to:
  - display learning in professional knowledge and core content in the field
  - search information from a variety of sources
  - work in various duties in a variety of operating environments
  - show that he has achieved the targets for core competence
  - display learning in the key safety practices in the field
  - act according to ethical principles
  - to contribute his learning for the benefit of a group or project

  Good

  The student is able to:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field systematically
  - find information and assess and use information sources with a critical eye
  - apply professional information in professional assignments
  - apply professional expertise in various work assignments
  - act independently and responsibly in professional contexts
  - plan operations with safety in mind
  - act according to professional ethics
  - act purposefully in working groups and projects

  Excellent

  The student is able to:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field professionally
  - argue the use of his sources - argue a course of action on the basis of research information or findings
  - operate in a range of duties and work situations, also in international contexts
  - to act in a way that is customeroriented and displays entrepreneurial spirit
  - to act responsibly, taking safety issues into consideration
  - argue his choices on the basis of professional ethics
  - organise and manage the operation of a group and project

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Pia Mäkelä

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Recommended or required reading

  Lecture notes, articles
  Web-source: Näkövammaisten liitto ry (Finnish Federation of the Visually Impaired): www.nkl.fi
  Suggested literature:
  Primary Care Optometry (5th Ed.) : Ch 17- Age-Related Vision Problems, pages 404-415, Ch 18- Age-Related Vision Loss pages 416-434, Ch 19- Care of the Vision-Impaired Patient pages 435-455.
  Borish´s Clinical Refraction (2nd Ed. or newer) : Ch 35- The Elderly, pages 1571-1590, Ch 36- Patients with Low Vision pages 1591-1618.
  Jane Macnaughton (2005): Low Vision Assessment. Ch 3- Adapting the eye examination for the visually impaired, pages 32-76. Ch 4 Determining and prescribing magnification, pages 77-98. Ch 7- Additional strategies and non-optical methods for improving visual performance, pages 154-170.
  Riitta Lahtinen, Russ Palmer & Merja Lahtinen (2009) Aisti kuvailu (in English the same book: Environmental description for visually and dual sensory impaired people, 2010).
  K M Saari (Ed.) (2011) : Silmätautioppi Ophthalmology (11th Ed.), Ch 24- Näkövammaisten kuntoutus, apuvälineet ja sosiaaliturva, pages 486-510. Appendix: Näkövammasta johtuva haittaluokitus pages 514-520.
  Käppi, Anni; Laitala, Jenna (2009). Heikkonäköisen kuntoutuspolku Helsingin ja Uudenmaan Sairaanhoitopiirin alueella. Opinnäytetyö. http://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi:amk-200912178230
  Frigård, Katri; Dromberg, Elisa; Ojala, Maria (2016). Kun lasit eivät riitä : Opas heikkonäköisten apuvälinesovitukseen. Opinnäytetyö. http://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi:amk-201604214732
  https://www.theseus.fi/handle/10024/107133
  Aaltonen, Laura; Itkonen, Jenni; Kemppinen, Emma (2015). Väliinputoajat : opas alentuneen näöntarkkuuden huomioimiseen optikkoliikkeessä. Opinnäytetyö. http://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi:amk-201504234872
  Practical Low Vision. Essilor Academy Europe 2013. http://www.essiloracademy.eu/en/publications/ophthalmic-optics-files
  Ageing-review Optometry Today CET (2003) parts 1 ageing, definition; 2 examining, 3 visual function, 4 ant segm; 5 contact lenses, 7-17 ocular and general disorders in the aged population (cataract, post segm, amd, syst diseases causing ophthalmic manifestations 1&2)

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Interactive lectures
  Guided practicals and assignments
  Individual or group assignment
  Practicals done and assessed (verbal feedback is given during the practicals)
  Patient assessments at the Positia clinic

  Assessment methods and criteria

  Attending lectures and eye examination practicals
  Learning assignments (30% of the final mark)
  Written examination (70% of the final mark)
  Assignments at the practicals finished and evaluated (verbal feedback at the practicals)
  Patient assessments at the Positia Final Clinic attended as required.

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  10.08.2021 - 31.12.2021

  Enrollment date

  03.05.2021 - 16.05.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXE19K1

  Seats

  0 - 35

  Teacher(s)

  Pia Mäkelä, Optometria Virtuaali, hyvinvointi psykologia, Satu Autio

  Further information for students

  In case a student has a decision on special support arrangements affecting the course the student needs to contact the teacher in charge right after enrollment period.
  Positia Final Clinic: Students conduct 1-2 complete optometric examinations. The patients may be low vision patients or other types of patients.
  Part of the teaching may be conducted in English.
  DETAILED CONTENT
  Defining low vision and blindness:
  Disorder, impairment, disability and handicap
  WHO definitions
  Evaluation of handicap for legal purposes (haittaluokat)
  Low vision: Incidence and causes, prevalence
  Measuring visual performance:
  Acuity and contrast sensitivity
  Glare and its effect
  Reading
  Methods of magnification:
  Increasing object size
  Decreasing viewing distance
  Real image magnification
  Telescopic magnification
  Non-optical aids
  Illumination and lighting
  Aids for peripheral field
  Eccentric viewing and “steady eye strategy”
  Environmental modification and accessibility
  Electronic devices and applications to aid vision
  Ageing effects on vision and functioning:
  Physiological changes - general and ocular physiology and functioning
  Changes in vision
  Visual acuity
  Contrast sensitivity
  Refractive error
  Colour vision
  Spectral transmission of the ocular media
  Light sensitivity
  Glare (disability and discomfort)
  Dark adaptation, glare recovery
  Visual fields
  Critical flicker fusion frequency
  Accommodation and convergence
  Oculomotor system
  Changes in perceptual function (non-visual) associated with ageing
  Hearing
  Coordination
  Cognition
  Social status
  Clinical procedures and tests identifying changes in vision function of the ageing patient
  Psychological effects of vision loss and management of patients with poor visual prognosis
  Clinical management of ageing patients with multisensory loss
  Assessment of the need for referral and consultation with other disciplines

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Optometry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

  Exam schedule

  Written examination: 17.11.2021. Retake 1: 16.12.2021. Retake 2: Spring 2022

  Students use of time and load

  Theory 27h
  Practical 4h
  Assessment 6h
  
  Clinics minimum 4h

  Location and Time

  Autumn Semester 2021 Department of Optometry

•     Orthoptics and Work Placement SX00DS07-3003 25.10.2021-15.02.2022  10 credits  (SXE20S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  Knowledge base
  Students are able to
  • describe the characteristics of binocular vision disorders in cases of abnormal retinal correspondence or suppression
  • evaluate if orthoptic treatment is suitable for the patient
  • evaluate the meaning of AC/A-ratio in corrections as prism and spherical power control the accommodative vergence
  • describe the features of anisometropia and justify the treatment options
  
  Clinical/practical base
  Students are able to
  • make binocular vision examination with various methods
  • plan and implement an orthoptic treatment
  
  After work placement (5 ECTS) students are able to the student is able to plan and make objective and subjective refraction and asses near addition. They are able to evaluate binocular vision. They are able to properly record patient data. They are able to justify and recommend different vision solutions for the needs of the customer. They are able to communicate with the client about vision, vision problems and vision corrections.
  
  Clinical exam:
  Students are able to
  • make retinoscopy exam, interpret and explain the results
  • measure IOP (non- contact), interpret and explain the results
  • to take an accurate history from patients with a range of optometric conditions
  • obtain and interpret information on significant symptoms and patient’s concerns
  • obtain and interpret information on relevant family history
  • to refract patients by appropriate objective and subjective means
  • to make appropriate prescribing and management decisions based on the refractive and oculomotor status
  • assess pupil reactions
  • communicate in a respectful tone and manner and respecting the relevant ethical and cultural rules
  • listen actively and to communicate effectively
  • listen and ask questions to understand the patient’s concerns and viewpoints
  • communicate in a timely manner
  • be aware of and responsive to verbal and non-verbal communication
  • recognise and adjust to cultural differences
  • use effective cross-cultural communication skills if appropriate

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Binocular Vision

  Course contents

  Vision therapy/Orthoptic treatment:
  definition, target group, routine orthoptic eye examination including appropriate anamnesis
  Abnormal retinal correspondence (ARC) - definition, theory, examination, epidemiology, classification, treatment
  Suppression – definition, examination, depth, extent and treatment
  Prisma adaptation
  Examination techniques: Bagolin lens, jump vergence, vergence facility, binocular refraction method with fogging, H-test and light pen: assess binocular vision field extent
  Grafical analysis: Donders
  Anisometropia and aniseikonia
  o epidemiology, classification, symptoms, etiology, treatment, problems with correction
  Orthoptic training
  - theory, sensory and motor activation
  - physiological diplopia; meaning as a part of binocular vision and suppressio control
  -spasm control
  -training for accommodation: far-near jump, Brock string, push-up, flipper
  -training for insufficient convergence and divergence; anti suppression treatment, Brock string, stereogram cards, two pencil
  Vision Therapy: plan and management process: theory, model/stucture of the treatment process, symptoms and identification, management plan, exercises (independent and office), patient advising, control visits including control visit and further management plan.

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student is able to:
  - display learning in professional knowledge and core content in the field
  - search information from a variety of sources
  - work in various duties in a variety of operating environments
  - show that he has achieved the targets for core competence
  - display learning in the key safety practices in the field
  - act according to ethical principles
  - to contribute his learning for the benefit of a group or project

  Good

  The student is able to:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field systematically
  - find information and assess and use information sources with a critical eye
  - apply professional information in professional assignments
  - apply professional expertise in various work assignments
  - act independently and responsibly in professional contexts
  - plan operations with safety in mind
  - act according to professional ethics
  - act purposefully in working groups and projects

  Excellent

  The student is able to:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field professionally
  - argue the use of his sources - argue a course of action on the basis of research information or findings
  - operate in a range of duties and work situations, also in international contexts
  - to act in a way that is customeroriented and displays entrepreneurial spirit
  - to act responsibly, taking safety issues into consideration
  - argue his choices on the basis of professional ethics
  - organise and manage the operation of a group and project

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Kajsa Sten

  Mode of delivery

  70% Face-to-face, 30% Distance learning

  Recommended or required reading

  Lecture notes, articles, pointed web material as sites and videos
  Literature among other things:
  Primary Care Optometry: The patient history sivut 99-111, The binokular vision examination 224-248, Management of anomalies of refraction and binocular vision 251-273
  Borish´s Clinical Refraction: Fusion and Binocularity, sivut 121-156,

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Lectures, groupworks, independet working, assignments, workplacement, field day

  Assessment methods and criteria

  -Individual portfolio, contents will be announced in the beginning of the studies
  case -assignments, Reflection,
  - Assignments: eye-examinations 18 pieces and 15 pieces at the workplacement
  - workplace training, assignments included to portfolio (1-5)
  *Clinical exam about eye examination (1-5);
  • According to Gold Standard

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  25.10.2021 - 15.02.2022

  Enrollment date

  03.05.2021 - 16.05.2021

  • 10 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXE20S1

  Seats

  16 - 26

  Teacher(s)

  Johanna Valtanen, Tanja Lehti, Eero Kokko, Kajsa Sten

  Further information for students

  Previous courses in eye examination SX00DS01, SX00DS02, SX00DS03 ja SX00DS04 shall be passed before participating in this course.
  
  Work placement: 3 weeks. Student have to do:
  • 10 eye examinations that consist of preliminary tests (H-test, cover test, accommodation amplitudi, NPC, pupil reactions), retinoscopy and refraction, near vision assessment and binocular vision assessment and prescribing for spectacles.
  • Moodle web-based assignment
  • Moodle web-based exam on one of dispensing case; spectacle lenses for a presbyopic (lens type, vision depth in various areas of lenses)
  • Observe 2 eye examination (optometrist/ophthalmologist) and reflect that to the Gold Standard and ECOO recommendation.
  Detailed content of the course (not include Swedish):
  *Duane classification on the heterophoria and AC/A: Divergence excess, Basic exodeviation, Convergence insufficiency, Divergense weakness, Basic esodeviation, Convergence excess.
  *Anisometropia and aniseikonia: influence to the binocularity, static and dynamic aniseikonia, test and measurement of aniseikonia, treatment and management with spectacle.
  *ARC and NRC: theoretical background, examination of the retinal correspondence: Bagolin and covertest
  *Concomitant and comitant deviations: specific symptoms and double vision, intermittent and constant deviation
  *Suppression: evaluation
  *Binocular refraction with fogging method.
  *H-test with pen light: evaluation of the binocular vision field.
  *Typical asthenopic symptoms in deviations and accommodation problems: anamnesis
  *Cases: treatment and management of the binocular vision problem patient including the classification, analyze of the AC/A, Sheard and Persival criterions, horisontal and vertical prism, Fresnell, spherical power lenses and vision therapy, problem oriented response (management/ spectacles) to anamnesis, descriptive and ICD 10 patient recording.
  *Vision therapy: theoretical background, motor and sensory activation, plan and management to alleviate the symptoms, physiological diplopia as a suppressio control
  *Vision therapy in the accommodation problems: exercises (Near-far jump, Brock-string, push-up, flipper)
  *Orthoptic exercises for the convergence insufficiency and divergence weakness (anti-supression, Brock-string, stereograms cards, two pencil)
  Vision Therapy: plan and management process: Symptoms and identification, management plan, exercises (independent and office), patient advising, control visits including control of spasm and final evaluation, further management plan. Vision therapy process with (fellow student) patient including examination, choosing the exercises and control visit.
  *Grafical analysis

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Optometry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Virtual proportion

  3 credits

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

  Completion alternatives

  No

  Work placement(s)

  Workplace training 3 weeks: autum semester 2021 weeks 48, 49 and 50

  Exam schedule

  Portfolio dl:xx.xx
  Moodle-exam xx.xx.

  Students use of time and load

  1 ect mean or strains about 27h of students work
  
  If the student has a decision of special educational need, shall this student contact the teacher of the course immediately after the end of the registration period (or latest before the start of the course.)

  Content periodicity

  Lectures and practicals are held in 2. period

  Location and Time

  On the later period during the semester (autum: period 2. / spring: period 4.)
  Lectures are held at Metropolia Myllypuro Campus and via web. Work placement as the student has picked

•     Planning of the Bachelor’s Thesis SX00BU40-3102 01.08.2021-31.12.2021  5 credits  (SXE19S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  Students will recognise and be able to justify the starting points for their bachelor’s thesis from the perspective of developing their own professional field. They will be capable of effectively cooperating in various work networks and professionally discussing with industry representatives, instructors and students. Students will able to prepare a viable plan for their final project based on critical research and creative solutions. They will know how to identify and solve work-related ethical issues. Students will use English research resources to plan for their bachelor’s thesis.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Passed before course beginning:
  SX00BU36 Professional Communication and IT Skills
  SX00BU37 Basics of Research and Development
  SX00BU38 Advanced Research and Development

  Course contents

  - Identifying current development needs in the field
  - Partnership negotiations with industry representatives, a networking work approach, peer support
  - Understanding the process of the bachelor’s thesis
  - Information retrieval in English and Finnish, critical evaluation of sources
  - Justification of chosen working methods and practices
  - Workshops in methodology, academic writing and information gathering
  - Communication in R&D
  - Drawing up a proposal and a viable working plan; their presentation at a seminar
  - Applying for research permission and drawing up the agreement for the bachelor’s thesis

  Further information

  Thesis evaluation as agreed in degree programme.
  
  Students and their teachers/tutors will go through other recommended courses in their individual study plan (ISP) discussions.

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Johanna Valtanen

  Mode of delivery

  40% Face-to-face, 60% Distance learning

  Recommended or required reading

  Hyvinvointialojen opinnäytetyön työtila (Moodle):
  https://moodle.metropolia.fi/course/view.php?id=260

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Group guidings (3 times) - compulsory
  Bachelor's Thesis Workshops (3 times) - compulsory
  Project plan for Bachelor's Thesis

  Assessment methods and criteria

  All parts are assessed with grading scale pass - to be supplemented.
  Passing requires that all parts are passed.

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  01.08.2021 - 31.12.2021

  Enrollment date

  03.05.2021 - 16.05.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXE19S1

  Teacher(s)

  Johanna Valtanen, Saija Flinkkilä, Marianne Roivas, Kajsa Sten

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Optometry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  R&D proportion

  5 credits

  Virtual proportion

  3 credits

  Evaluation scale

  Hyväksytty/Hylätty

  Completion alternatives

  If you already have university degree (university or university of applied sciences), contact teachers.

  Work placement(s)

  Bachelor's Thesis' collaborators from workforce.

  Exam schedule

  N/A

  Students use of time and load

  5 credits = 135 hours
  3 x Group guidance = 12 h
  2 x Workshops = 8 h
  Preparing for guidance = 6 h
  Independent work, information search ja project plan (writing) = 109 h

  Location and Time

  In the spring term 2021
  Myllypuro Campus if possible, Teams if needed - to be announced later

•     Refraction SX00DS03-3004 25.10.2021-31.12.2021  5 credits  (SXE21K1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  Knowledge base
  Students are able to
  • describe the principle of the test for refraction
  • describe mechanism of presbyopia and facts affecting that
  • calculate the range of accommodation in presbyopia and introduce lenses for different distances
  • describe the eye movements and normal functions
  • describe the features of anisometropia
  
  Clinical/practical base
  Students are able to
  • do the procedure of subjective monocular refraction also in case of high ametropia using cross cylinder, astigmatic dials, fogging methods, and duochrome methods
  • do the procedure of subjective binocular refraction using accommodation equalisation techniques
  • use phoropter and automated phoropter
  • use autorefractometer and implement the results
  • recognize the presbyopic symptoms and determine near addition
  • measure convergence near point and exam the saccades and pursuit movements
  • do the procedure of H-test and cover test
  • record the measurement values with understandable and agreedable notation

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Basics of the Eye Examination

  Course contents

  Subjective tests:
  o cross cylinder
  o asticmatic dial
  o fogging methods
  o duochrome methods
  o equalisation techniques: polarized test, bichrome balance test, fogging balance test
  Extra ocular muscles and eye movements:
  o eye movements and control mechanism
  o eye movements and dynamics and kinematics
  o agonist-antagonist relationship
  o first, secondary and tertiary effects
  o muscle actions in different viewing directions
  o H-test and cover test
  o reflex movements and compensation movements
  o micro saccades and steady fixation
  o fixation
  o versio movements - pursuits and saccades
  -measurement, NSUCO-methods
  o vergence - tonic, accommodative, fusional and proximal
  o convergence near point and measuring it
  Presbyopia
  o definition, epidemiogy, classification, symptoms, mechanism, treatment, correction
  o accommodation amblitude measurement: Prince-rule
  o define the near addition with accommodation amblitude, dynaamic cross cylinder, trial lenses, NRA/PRA -test
  Autorefractometry- principal, use and implementation

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  he student is able to:
  - display learning in core content
  - use individual professional concepts correctly
  - find information for a specific situation
  - distinguish between non-theoretical and theoretical information
  - act in individual professional situations as instructed - display learning in his professional field
  - show that he has achieved the targets for core competence
  - follow safety instructions
  - display learning in the ethical principles of his professional field
  - operate as a member of a student group

  Good

  The student is able to:
  - display an understanding of concepts and professional knowledge in the field
  - assess and limit the amount of information needed
  - operate well in typical professional duties and contexts
  - operate in a multicultural environment
  - operate safely
  - act according to professional ethics
  - operate in a student group

  Excellent

  The student is able to:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field systematically
  - assess and use various information sources
  - apply professional information in professional assignments
  - work in various duties in a variety of operating environments
  - act independently and responsibly in professional contexts
  - to take safety issues into consideration in his action
  - argue his choices on the basis of professional ethics
  - organise the activities of a group of students

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Johanna Valtanen

  Mode of delivery

  80% Face-to-face, 20% Distance learning

  Recommended or required reading

  Lecture notes, articles
  Literature among other things:
  Primary Care Optometry: Anomalies of Refraction, sivut 3-21, Epideminology of Anetropia/ Myopia / Hyperopia 22-74, The Preliminary examination 112-123, Objective Refraction 183-197 ja 201-207, Subjektive Refraction 209-218 Management of Anomalies of refraction 251-256, Nonsurgical methods of Myopia Control or reduction 370-387
  Borish´s Clinical Refraction:
  AOA:
  Thomson, David. VA testing in optometric practice. Part 1: The Snellen chart. Optometry Today 2005.
  Thomson, David. VA testing in optometric practice. Optometry Today 2005. Part 2: Newer chart designs. Optometry Today 2005.
  AOA: Care of the patient with Presbyopia
  Kukkonen, Kuusela & Tuomaala 2016. Opas näöntutkimuksen objektiivisten testien tekemiseen, tulkintaan ja kirjaamiseen. Opinnäytetyö, Metropolia AMK. Luettavissa: https://issuu.com/kukkonenkuuselatuomaala/docs/opas_versio_18.11._pdf
  Ammatillinen ohje optikon toimen harjoittamisesta. Optometrian Eettinen Neuvosto

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Interactive lectures,
  Guided practices and assignments
  Guided problembased group and/or individual assignment (CASE)
  Pair and self reflection

  Assessment methods and criteria

  Maintainence in lectures and eyeexaminationpractise
  Written examination represets 60% of the final mark
  CASE -assignment including reflection 40% of the final mark
  Practical guided assignments done and evaluated (oraly)

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  25.10.2021 - 31.12.2021

  Enrollment date

  03.05.2021 - 16.05.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXE21K1

  Seats

  0 - 35

  Teacher(s)

  Johanna Valtanen, Tanja Lehti

  Further information for students

  Eye movements:
  • characteristics and control of the various eye movements, objective test: NPC, cover test, H-test, pursuits and saccades (NSUCO), Duane and Push up-accommodation amplitudi test
  Subjective clinical tests: clinical use, instrumentation, procedure, implications
  • visual acuity
  • standard subjective refraction including astigmatic dial technique, crossed cylinders, fogging methods and equalisation (duochrome) techniques
  
  • Presbyopia: Epidemiology and symptoms, Mechanisms of presbyopia, Effects of ageing on the ciliary muscle and accommodation, Anomalies of Presbyopia, Treatment: Add ja deth of field (far point / near point)
  - Examination: dynamic cross cylinder test, Prince rule, trial lenses

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Optometry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Virtual proportion

  1 credits

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

  Completion alternatives

  N/A

  Work placement(s)

  No work placement

  Exam schedule

  Exam: xx.xx.2021
  First and Second retake: Spring 2022
  
  Guided problem-based group assignment (CASE) return; including individual reflection assignment: xx.xx.2021

  International connections

  Exchange students

  Students use of time and load

  1 ECTS credit is approximately 27h student work, 5 credits = 135 h
  
  If the student has individualized educational support arrangements, shall this student contact the teacher of the course immediately after the end of the registration period (or latest before the start of the course.)
  
  It is not allowed to use or distribute any tasks, assignments or MATERIALS in any other way than in student's own studies. Distributing ONLY with teacher's personal permission.

  Location and Time

  Teaching is given at Myllypuro campus and via online sessions (Teams)
  Autumn semester 2021, 2.period, ass the given schedule

•     Refraction SX00DS03-3005 14.03.2022-22.05.2022  5 credits  (SXE21S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  Knowledge base
  Students are able to
  • describe the principle of the test for refraction
  • describe mechanism of presbyopia and facts affecting that
  • calculate the range of accommodation in presbyopia and introduce lenses for different distances
  • describe the eye movements and normal functions
  • describe the features of anisometropia
  
  Clinical/practical base
  Students are able to
  • do the procedure of subjective monocular refraction also in case of high ametropia using cross cylinder, astigmatic dials, fogging methods, and duochrome methods
  • do the procedure of subjective binocular refraction using accommodation equalisation techniques
  • use phoropter and automated phoropter
  • use autorefractometer and implement the results
  • recognize the presbyopic symptoms and determine near addition
  • measure convergence near point and exam the saccades and pursuit movements
  • do the procedure of H-test and cover test
  • record the measurement values with understandable and agreedable notation

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Basics of the Eye Examination

  Course contents

  Subjective tests:
  o cross cylinder
  o asticmatic dial
  o fogging methods
  o duochrome methods
  o equalisation techniques: polarized test, bichrome balance test, fogging balance test
  Extra ocular muscles and eye movements:
  o eye movements and control mechanism
  o eye movements and dynamics and kinematics
  o agonist-antagonist relationship
  o first, secondary and tertiary effects
  o muscle actions in different viewing directions
  o H-test and cover test
  o reflex movements and compensation movements
  o micro saccades and steady fixation
  o fixation
  o versio movements - pursuits and saccades
  -measurement, NSUCO-methods
  o vergence - tonic, accommodative, fusional and proximal
  o convergence near point and measuring it
  Presbyopia
  o definition, epidemiogy, classification, symptoms, mechanism, treatment, correction
  o accommodation amblitude measurement: Prince-rule
  o define the near addition with accommodation amblitude, dynaamic cross cylinder, trial lenses, NRA/PRA -test
  Autorefractometry- principal, use and implementation

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  he student is able to:
  - display learning in core content
  - use individual professional concepts correctly
  - find information for a specific situation
  - distinguish between non-theoretical and theoretical information
  - act in individual professional situations as instructed - display learning in his professional field
  - show that he has achieved the targets for core competence
  - follow safety instructions
  - display learning in the ethical principles of his professional field
  - operate as a member of a student group

  Good

  The student is able to:
  - display an understanding of concepts and professional knowledge in the field
  - assess and limit the amount of information needed
  - operate well in typical professional duties and contexts
  - operate in a multicultural environment
  - operate safely
  - act according to professional ethics
  - operate in a student group

  Excellent

  The student is able to:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field systematically
  - assess and use various information sources
  - apply professional information in professional assignments
  - work in various duties in a variety of operating environments
  - act independently and responsibly in professional contexts
  - to take safety issues into consideration in his action
  - argue his choices on the basis of professional ethics
  - organise the activities of a group of students

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Johanna Valtanen

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Recommended or required reading

  Lecture notes, articles
  Literature among other things:
  Primary Care Optometry: Anomalies of Refraction, sivut 3-21, Epideminology of Anetropia/ Myopia / Hyperopia 22-74, The Preliminary examination 112-123, Objective Refraction 183-197 ja 201-207, Subjektive Refraction 209-218 Management of Anomalies of refraction 251-256, Nonsurgical methods of Myopia Control or reduction 370-387
  Borish´s Clinical Refraction:
  AOA:
  Thomson, David. VA testing in optometric practice. Part 1: The Snellen chart. Optometry Today 2005.
  Thomson, David. VA testing in optometric practice. Optometry Today 2005. Part 2: Newer chart designs. Optometry Today 2005.
  AOA: Care of the patient with Presbyopia
  Kukkonen, Kuusela & Tuomaala 2016. Opas näöntutkimuksen objektiivisten testien tekemiseen, tulkintaan ja kirjaamiseen. Opinnäytetyö, Metropolia AMK. Luettavissa: https://issuu.com/kukkonenkuuselatuomaala/docs/opas_versio_18.11._pdf
  Ammatillinen ohje optikon toimen harjoittamisesta. Optometrian Eettinen Neuvosto

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Interactive lectures,
  Guided practices (15) and assignments
  Guided problembased group and/or individual assignment (CASE)
  Pair and self reflection

  Assessment methods and criteria

  Maintainence in lectures and eyeexaminationpractise
  Written examination represets 60% of the final mark
  CASE -assignment including reflection 40% of the final mark
  Practical guided assignments done and evaluated (oraly)

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  14.03.2022 - 22.05.2022

  Enrollment date

  29.11.2021 - 12.12.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXE21S1

  Seats

  0 - 35

  Teacher(s)

  Johanna Valtanen, Tanja Lehti

  Further information for students

  Eye movements:
  • characteristics and control of the various eye movements, objective test: NPC, cover test, H-test, pursuits and saccades (NSUCO), Duane and Push up-accommodation amplitudi test
  Subjective clinical tests: clinical use, instrumentation, procedure, implications
  • visual acuity
  • standard subjective refraction including astigmatic dial technique, crossed cylinders, fogging methods and equalisation (duochrome) techniques
  
  • Presbyopia: Epidemiology and symptoms, Mechanisms of presbyopia, Effects of ageing on the ciliary muscle and accommodation, Anomalies of Presbyopia, Treatment: Add ja deth of field (far point / near point)
  - Examination: dynamic cross cylinder test, Prince rule, trial lenses

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Optometry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

  Completion alternatives

  N/A

  Work placement(s)

  No work placement

  Exam schedule

  Exam: xx.xx.2022
  First and Second retake: Autumn 2022
  
  Guided problem-based group assignment (CASE) return; including individual reflection assignment: xx.xx.2022

  International connections

  Exchange students

  Students use of time and load

  1 ECTS credit is approximately 27h student work, 5 credits = 135 h
  
  If the student has individualized educational support arrangements, shall this student contact the teacher of the course immediately after the end of the registration period (or latest before the start of the course.)
  
  It is not allowed to use or distribute any tasks, assignments or MATERIALS in any other way than in student's own studies. Distributing ONLY with teacher's personal permission.

  Location and Time

  Teaching is given at Myllypuro campus and via online sessions (Teams or Zoom)
  Spring semester 2022, 2.period, ass the given schedule

•     Reporting and Publication of the Bachelor’s Thesis SX00BU43-3077 25.10.2021-31.12.2021  5 credits  (SXE18S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  Students will report and finalise their bachelor’s thesis. They will be able to describe and evaluate their entire bachelor’s thesis process. They will know how to share about their bachelor’s thesis to their chosen target group and demonstrate their competence in the community of experts in both Finnish and English.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Passed before course beginning:
  SX00BU42 Implementing the Bachelor’s Thesis

  Course contents

  - Content of the module
  - Finalising and reporting of bachelor’s thesis
  - Writing an English abstract
  - Taking the Maturity Examination
  - Publication of the project in article, poster or presentation form

  Further information

  Thesis evaluation as agreed in degree programme.
  
  Students and their teachers/tutors will go through other recommended courses in their individual study plan (ISP) discussions.

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Johanna Valtanen

  Mode of delivery

  40% Face-to-face, 60% Distance learning

  Recommended or required reading

  Tutkimusmenetelmäkirjallisuus, opinnäytetyön tekemiseen liittyvä kirjallisuus.
  Lisäinfoa ja kirjallisuutta Optometrian opinnäytetyö Moodlessa https://moodle.metropolia.fi/course/view.php?id=4865 (not translated)

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Opiskelija viimeistelee opinnäytetyön, kirjoittaa työstään kypsyysnäytteen ja esittää tutkinnon yleisessä esittämispäivässä.
  Kypsyysnäytteen sisällön tarkistavat ohjaajat ja kielen äidinkielen opettaja.
  Englanninkielisen abstraktin hyväksyy englanninkielen opettaja.
  Opiskelija toimittaa abstraktin nimetylle opettajalle.
  Opiskelija lataa opinnäytetyn Theseukseen julkaisupäivän (tutkinnon esityspäivä) jälkeen.
  Opiskelija palauttaa tutorille opiskelun aikana keräämänsä opinnäytetyön kuuntelukerrat (30) sisältävän paperin. (not translated)

  Assessment methods and criteria

  Opinnäytetyö arvioidaan asteikolla 0-5, kypsyysnäyte hyv/hyl (not translated)

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  25.10.2021 - 31.12.2021

  Enrollment date

  03.05.2021 - 16.05.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXE18S1

  Teacher(s)

  Johanna Valtanen, Minna Kalajoki, Saija Flinkkilä, Kajsa Sten

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Optometry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  R&D proportion

  5 credits

  Virtual proportion

  3 credits

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

  Exam schedule

  Opinnäytetyön palautus ohjaajille viimeistään 31.10.2021. Kypsyysnäytteen kirjoittaminen 15.11.2021 ja opinnäytetyön esitys 23.11.2021 (not translated)

  Students use of time and load

  opintojakson resurssi 5 x 27h (not translated)

  Location and Time

  Group meetings as scheduled.

•     Spectacle application and manufacturing SX00DR97-3005 24.08.2021-24.10.2021  10 credits  (SXE21S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  Knowledge base
  Students are able to
  • distinguish between the correction of myopia, hyperopia and astigmatism
  • explain prescription entries
  • distinguish between different lens types and coatings and describe their intended use
  • compare the properties of different lens materials and lens structures, including strong powers
  • describe the structure of the focimeter
  • distinguish between frame materials and their properties
  • draw conclusions about the possibilities and limitations of the use of different lens and frame materials
  
  Clinical/practical
  Students are able to
  • measure the pupil distance for spectacles distance and near
  • take the measurements for a single power lenses, bi-focals and multifocals
  • determine the required lens size
  • measure the diptric power and the prismatic amount of spectacles with a focimeter
  • use the equipment necessary for the manufacture (eg. grinding) the spectacles
  • grinding the lenses (basic cases) on an automatic machine according to the measurement
  • when grinding takes into account measurements and tolerances related to the positioning of spectacles
  • perform simple spectacle services and repairs
  • adjust the frame to the customer
  • use safely the chemicals needed in optician work
  • evaluate the quality of manufactured spectacles

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  No

  Course contents

  • ametropia and correction with spectacles
  • prescription marks, definitions of,diopter and prism
  • prescription lens powers; flipping from plus cylinder to the minus cylinder
  • the physical properties of the lens
  • surface geometry: spherical, cylindrical, toric and aspherical
  • lens shape
  • edge and center thickness
  • definition of lens size and shape
  • lens materials
  • base curve
  • refractive indices
  • different surface treatments including a hard and non-reflective surface
  • the optical properties of the lens
  • the optical axis of the lens, the optical center, the geometric center and the most important measuring points
  • the principle of corrective lenses
  • prism effect due to decentration in the finished pair of spectacles
  • different lens types
  • -1-power, bi-focal and tri focal and multifocals for general use and near-viewing
  • photochromic lenses
  • measuring the pupil distance (distant and near), height, inclination, tilt angle, and lens curvature, determining the lens size
  • frame materials, parts, manufacturing and marks, boxing system, frame selection also for high ametropias, physical and biocompatible requirements and adjusting of frames, framing and history of frames, durability of frames and material allergy
  • 1-power, bi-focals and multifocals plastic lenses; centering and grinding into frames made of different materials according to the order, finishing of the edges, making lenses smaller and positioning of the lenses in the frame
  • standards of the spectacle lenses and tolerances (EN, ISO)
  • simple services and repairs of frames and replacement of spare parts
  • adjust spectacles to passed on conditions and adjust them for customer
  • focimeter; optics and use
  • equipment for taking measurement, repairing and manufacturing spectacles
  • chemical substances used in optician's work and chemical safety

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  Student is able to:
  - Display learning in core content
  - Use individual professional concepts correctly
  - Find information for a specific situation
  - Distinguish between non-theoretical and theoretical information
  - Act in individual professional situations as instructed
  - Display learning in his professional field
  - Show that he has achieved the targets for core competence
  - Follow safety instructions
  - Display learning in the ethical principles of his professional field
  - Operate as a member of a student group

  Good

  Student is able to:
  - Display an understanding of concepts and professional knowledge in the field
  - Assess and limit the amount of information needed
  - Operate well in typical professional duties and contexts
  - Operate in a multicultural environment
  - Operate safely
  - Act according to professional ethics
  - Operate in a student group

  Excellent

  Student is able to:
  - Use concepts and knowledge in his field systematically
  - Assess and use various information sources
  - Apply professional information in professional assignments
  - Work in various duties in a variety of operating environments
  - Act independently and responsibly in professional contexts
  - To take safety issues into consideration in his action
  - Argue his choices on the basis of professional ethics
  - Organise the activities of a group of students

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Tanja Lehti

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Recommended or required reading

  Pointed literature
  Spectacle Lenses: Theory and Practice. Colin Fowler, Keziah Latham Petre. Boston: Butterworth-Heinemann, 2001
  SYSTEM FOR OPHTHALMIC DISPENSING. Clifford Brooks, Irvin Borish. Elsevier Health Sciences 2006
  Ophthalmic Lenses & Dispensing. Mo Jalie SMSA FBDO(Hons) HonFCGI HonFCOptom MCMIgt. 1999
  Materials & Treatments, Essilor
  Pinnoitteet, Essilor
  Lecture materials
  Pointed articles
  workshop
  Spectacle frames and lenses. The student prepare and repair glasses on the materials provided.
  The student prepare spectacles in accordance with the instructions given.
  Eyeglass lenses are made of plastic, glass and polycarbonate.
  The student will repair broken celluloid acetate and metal frames
  The student is trained in the use of a lensmeter.

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Interactive lecture
  Lecture
  Guided assignments
  Individual or group assignment
  Workshop work

  Assessment methods and criteria

  Exam
  Learning assignment
  Continuous assessment
  Attendance 80 %
  The student's work is evaluated together with the student at the end of the course.
  Pupil distance tolerance 0.5 -1.0 mm / lens
  The height tolerance 0.5 mm / lens
  Axis direction tolerance from 1 degree to 5 degrees

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  24.08.2021 - 24.10.2021

  Enrollment date

  03.05.2021 - 12.09.2021

  • 10 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXE21S1

  Seats

  0 - 35

  Teacher(s)

  Tanja Lehti, Saija Flinkkilä

  Further information for students

  Detailed contents
  Spectacle lens prescriptions for ametropia
  Physical characteristics of ophthalmic lenses
  Geometry of lens surfaces (spherical, cylindrical)
  Lens form and lens thickness (centre, edge)
  Materials (index of refraction, dispersion, hardness)
  Optical and spectacle frame consideration of high-powered lenses: spheric, aspheric and high index materials
  Basics of photochromic lenses
  Methods of remedying reflections and secondary images
  Measuring the pupil distance
  Measuring the hight distance
  Measuring the diameter of the lens
  Spectacle frames history
  Physical characteristics and biological compatibility of frame materials
  Specification and nomenclature of spectacle frame components
  Physical requirements of frame materials
  Spectacle Applications
  Frame and lens design and manufacturing, including types of single vision and multiple focal lenses, kinds of lens materials, base curves and cylinder forms, character and placement of multi-focals, optical centres and frame specifications.
  Fitting and adjusting frames for the wearer
  Patient counselling information associated with the dispensing of prescriptions for different ametropias
  Eyewear Busines
  Practice with a lensmeter
  Fitting plastic and metal frames

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Optometry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

  Completion alternatives

  N/A

  Work placement(s)

  N/A

  Exam schedule

  Spectacle Frames and Lenses exam 26.10.2021, retake 1. 7.12.2021 and retake 24.1.2022.
  Workshop: The student's work is evaluated together with the student at the end of the course.

  International connections

  N/A

  Students use of time and load

  Spectacle Frames, Tanja Lehti 2 ECTS
  Spectacle Lenses, Saija Flinkkilä 3 ECTS
  Workshop, Tanja Lehti 5 ECTS

  Location and Time

  Fall semester 2021, Myllypurontie 1

•     Visual Ergonomics and Swedish Language Skill SX00EJ62-3001 25.10.2021-31.12.2021  5 credits  (SXE20S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  Knowledge base
  Students are able to
  • describe occupational vision, eye protection and related legislation, recommendations for indoor lighting, recommendations and regulations related to display screen work, and legislation on traffic vision
  • seek optometric information in second domestic language from various sources and can convey both verbal and written information.
  • The students acquire skills in the second domestic language (Swedish) that are necessary in their professional field, as required by national legislation (352/2003 8§). The students acquire verbal and written language and communication skills that are at least at the B1 level as defined in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
  
  Clinical/practical base
  Students are able to
  • evaluate the lighting and visual load in office and information work
  • apply their own special knowledge as an expert in visual ergonomics
  SECOND DOMESTIC LANGUAGE
  The student is able to communicate and interact when studying and in working life. The student is able to produce various types of texts in their own field for different channels. The student is able to communicate as an expert in various research and development positions and environments, and retrieve and evaluate information critically and use it in a target-oriented way. The student is familiar with the good practices of oral and written communication and is able to apply them appropriately. The student is able to utilise their language and communication skills for the continuous development of their thinking and expertise.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Second Domestic Language: B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR)

  Course contents

  • vision in the information work – vision load, ergonomics, eye and symptoms and legislation for special spectacles for computer work
  • vision requirements for traffic and occupations - driving license regulation, aviation vision requirements
  • eye protection – safety glasses, materials and standards
  • interior lighting - recommendations and assessment
  SECOND DOMESTIC LANGUAGE
  - Expert-level text skills and writing of professional texts
  - Interaction skills: customer communication, group work and negotiation situations
  - Presentation skills, effective speaking and giving feedback
  - Communication in project and in research and development work
  - Communication planning and assessment
  - Good practices of digital communication
  - Fundamentals of scientific writing
  - Ethical and critical use of sources, and proper referencing

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student is able to:
  - display learning in professional knowledge and core content in the field
  - search information from a variety of sources
  - work in various duties in a variety of operating environments
  - show that he has achieved the targets for core competence
  - display learning in the key safety practices in the field
  - act according to ethical principles
  - to contribute his learning for the benefit of a group or project
  SECOND DOMESTIC LANGUAGE
  The student is able, under guidance, to use and produce oral and written text types required for professional expert work. The student is able to acquire information from professional sources and to utilise such information in their studies and work. The student is able to act appropriately in communication situations related to expert work and research and development work.

  Good

  The student is able to:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field systematically
  - find information and assess and use information sources with a critical eye
  - apply professional information in professional assignments
  - apply professional expertise in various work assignments
  - act independently and responsibly in professional contexts
  - plan operations with safety in mind
  - act according to professional ethics
  - act purposefully in working groups and projects
  SECOND DOMESTIC LANGUAGE
  The student is independently able to use and produce oral and written text types required for professional expert work. The student is able to acquire information comprehensively from professional sources and to evaluate its reliability and usability in their studies and work. The student is able to act constructively in communication situations related to expert work and research and development work.

  Excellent

  The student is able to:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field professionally
  - argue the use of his sources - argue a course of action on the basis of research information or findings
  - operate in a range of duties and work situations, also in international contexts
  - to act in a way that is customeroriented and displays entrepreneurial spirit
  - to act responsibly, taking safety issues into consideration
  - argue his choices on the basis of professional ethics
  - organise and manage the operation of a group and project
  SECOND DOMESTIC LANGUAGE
  The student is able, in a target-oriented way, to use and produce oral and written text types required for professional expert work. The student is able to acquire information comprehensively from professional sources and to evaluate its reliability and usability in their studies and work in a critical way. The student is able to act as a group member or head of a group in communication situations related to expert work and research and development work. The student displays a willingness to develop their communication and interaction skills required of experts.

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Saija Flinkkilä

  Mode of delivery

  60% Face-to-face, 40% Distance learning

  Recommended or required reading

  Visual Ergonomics: materials in Moodle-platform
  Swedish: teachers own, will be available in the work space of the course before course start

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Visual Ergonomics: Orientation and Reflection in Teams, working in Moodle-platform
  Swedish: work in pairs and small groups, short lectures

  Assessment methods and criteria

  Visual Ergonomics Learning Assignments in Moodle, pass/fail.
  Swedish: continuous assessment, a spoken language level assessment, written language exam, evaluation scale 1-5

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  25.10.2021 - 31.12.2021

  Enrollment date

  03.05.2021 - 16.05.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXE20S1

  Seats

  0 - 35

  Teacher(s)

  Irma Gerstenmaier, Saija Flinkkilä, Gunilla Blom

  Further information for students

  Visual Ergonomics: 2 x lectures in Teams and 3 Learning Assignments
  Swedish: teaching during the second period at Myllypuro campus, if possible, teaching lanugage Swedish, if necessary also Finnish

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Optometry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Virtual proportion

  2 credits

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

  Completion alternatives

  N/A

  Work placement(s)

  N/A

  Exam schedule

  Visual Ergonomics: Learning Assignments, timetable in Moodle
  Swedish: level assessment of the spoken language and written exam during the last lessons, retake of the written exam twice is possible

  International connections

  N/A

  Students use of time and load

  Visual Ergonomics: Total 54 hours
  Swedish: self studies, written assignment outside lesson time

  Location and Time

  Visual Ergonomics working in Moodle-platform during the second period of fall semester 2021.
  Swedish: at Myllypuro campus, if possible, teaching during the second period.

•     Visual Perception SX00DS05-3003 01.08.2021-24.10.2021  5 credits  (SXE20S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  Knowledge base
  Students are able to
  • describe physical and physiological aspects of vision including the principals of psychophysical measurements and visual perception in the area of: (1) visual pathways, (2) light perception, (3) colour vision, (4) space perception, (5) form perception, (6) motion perception, (7) temporal perception, and (8) basic psychophysical methods and theory.
  • describe the basics of the nervous system; (1) electrophysiology of neurons, (2) neuroanatomy (3) neurophysiology a
  • assess colour vision, contrast vision and visual fields and normality of test results
  
  Clinical/practical base
  Students are able to
  • test colour vision
  • test contrast sensitivity and low contrast visual acuity
  • measure visual fields

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Refraction

  Course contents

  Anatomy and physiology of the eye:
  Retina
  o Composition and formation of disc outersegments
  o Composition and formation visual pigments
  o Stages of visual cycle
  o Photoreceptor electophysiology
  o Retinal neurotransmitters
  o Function of bipolar, horizontal, amacrine and ganglion cells (receptive fields)
  o Retinal neural mechanisms of colour vision (spatial, temporal and chromatic)
  
  Visual pathway
  o Function of lateral geniculate body
  o Receptive fields of cells in leterat geniculate body (relationship to colour vision, binocularity, grace perception, etc.)
  o Function of visual cortex
  o Receptive field properties (single cell properties)
  o Functional organisation of visual cortex
  o Physiology of binocular vision
  o Mechanism of featrue detection
  Extraocular muscles
  • Visual-vestibular interactions (vestibulo-ocular reflex, optokinetic reflex)
  • Supranuclear control of eye movements
  
  Anatomy relation to visual pathology
  
  Development of lower visual pathway
  • Relationship between development of upper visual pathway and central vision
  
  Electrophysiology of the nerve cell
  o Resting and action potential
  o Synapses
  o Receptors
  Neuroanatomy
  o Brain
  o Cranial nerves
  o Spinal cord
  o Autonomic nervous system
  Neurophysiology
  o Reflexes
  o Pain and pain sensation
  o Vestibular system, propioceptive sensations
  o Autonomic nervous system
  
  Colour perception
  - Chromatic discrimination (hue and saturation) for normal & defective colour vision
  - Colour mixture and appearance
  - Colour specification and colorimetry (CIE)
  - Spectral sensitivity of normal and defective colour vision
  - Mechanisms of colour deficiencies
  -
  Space perception
  - Direction and depth discrimination (monocular and binocular cues, oculocentric and egocentric localization)
  - Characteristics of sensory function (binocular interactions including summation, binocular suppression and rivalry, corresponding points including horopter criteria)
  - Development of sensory fusion and binocular vision
  - Sensory-motor interactions (fixation, disparity, past pointing, visually guided behaviour, body posture and perceived orientation, and self-motion)
  -
  Form perception
  - Static visual acuity (including test configuration, various acuity tasks, and factors influencing acuity including blur, intensity and contrast), specification of visual acuity
  - Spatial contrast sensitivity function (including factors influencing the function) illusions, constancies, and figure-ground relations
  - Simultaneous contrast and spatial interactions (Mach bands)
  -
  Light perception
  - Detection characteristics at the absolute light threshold (including spectral, spatial, and temporal aspects) specification of contrast
  -
  Motion perception
  - Factors involved in the detection of real and apparent motion, detection of displacements
  - Motion after-effects
  -
  Temporal perception
  - Critical flicker fusion frequency, including influencing factors (test object size, location and adaption level)
  - Stabilised retinal images and monocular suppression (Troxler effect)
  - Saccadic suppression
  
  Psychophysical Methodology
  - Basic psychophysical methods and theory
  - Measurement of absolute and difference thresholds
  - Methods of limits, adjustment, and constant stimuli
  
  Entoptic Phenomena
  o Characteristics and origin of various phenomena (involvoing the cornea, lens, and vitreous)
  o Vascular and circulatory phenomena (Purkinje tree, capillary circulation)
  o Phenomena associated with central vision (Maxwell’s spot, Haidinger’s brushes)
  o Phenomena associated with retinal distention or other forms of retinal activity (Moore’s lightning streaks, blue arcs of the retina, phosphenes)
  Eccentric fixation (EF) -definition, visual acuity and eccentrisity, test procedure
  
  Tests and procedures:
  Colour vision investigation (Ishihara, H.R.R. Farnsworth D-15 saturated and desaturated, Farnsworth-Munsell 100 Hue test)
  •Clinical use
  •Instrumentation
  •Clinical procedure
  •Clinical implications
  
  Contrast sensitivity evaluation (Pelli-Robson, Vistech)
  •Clinical use
  •Instrumentation
  •Clinical procedure
  •Clinical implications
  
  Perimetry (Amsler, Confrontation method, Bjerrum screen, Goldmann bowl)
  •Clinical use
  •Instrumentation
  •Clinical procedure
  •Clinical implications
  
  Anomalies of Colour Vision (Congenital, Inherited)
  Colour vision anomalies by type and prevalence
  - Anomalous trichromacy
  - Dichromacy
  - Monochromacy
  -
  Colour vision tests used for both screening and diagnosis of congenital colour vision anomalies
  - Pseudoisochromatic tests
  - Arrangement tests (Farnsworth Panel 0-15, Farnsworth-MunseI1100-Hue)
  - Anomaloscopic matching
  -
  Conditions for colour vision testing
  -
  Societal implications of colour vision anomalies
  - School
  - Vocational requirements
  - Patient interest
  -
  Patient management strategies
  - Counselling
  - Special aids

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student is able to:
  - display learning in professional knowledge and core content in the field
  - search information from a variety of sources
  - work in various duties in a variety of operating environments
  - show that he has achieved the targets for core competence
  - display learning in the key safety practices in the field
  - act according to ethical principles
  - to contribute his learning for the benefit of a group or project

  Good

  The student is able to:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field systematically
  - find information and assess and use information sources with a critical eye
  - apply professional information in professional assignments
  - apply professional expertise in various work assignments
  - act independently and responsibly in professional contexts
  - plan operations with safety in mind
  - act according to professional ethics
  - act purposefully in working groups and projects

  Excellent

  The student is able to:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field professionally
  - argue the use of his sources - argue a course of action on the basis of research information or findings
  - operate in a range of duties and work situations, also in international contexts
  - to act in a way that is customeroriented and displays entrepreneurial spirit
  - to act responsibly, taking safety issues into consideration
  - argue his choices on the basis of professional ethics
  - organise and manage the operation of a group and project

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Pia Mäkelä

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Recommended or required reading

  The tasks and materials prepared by the teacher are covered by copyright law (Tekijänoikeuslaki 404/61), which guarantees the ownership of these materials to the teacher. Tasks and MATERIALS are not permitted to be used for purposes other than for individual studying. Dissemination of these materials is only allowed with the permission given by the teacher.
  
  Lecture materials, articles in library
  Books:
  Elliott (2014) Clinical Procedures in PRIMARY EYE CARE.
  Primary Care Optometry (5. Ed.)
  Borish´s Clinical Refraction (2. Ed. or newer)
  Doshi S, Harvey W 2003. Investigative Techniques and Ocular Examination. p. 1-25,95-138
  
  Electronic materials
  Mieli ja Aivot, Kognitiivisen neurotieteen oppikirja (2006) Hämäläinen et al. (Toim) . ISBN 951-29-3177-X. Osat näköjärjestelmän toiminnoista, (Simo Vanni), moniaistisuudesta (KaisaTiippana) ja aiheet elektrofysiologiset mittaukset, ja psykofysiikka. In Finnish only.
  BIOMAG-material: Aivojen rakenne ja toiminta osat 1-8 (http://www.biomag.hus.fi/braincourse/L1.html). In Finnish only.
  Näsänen 2007. Visuaalisen käytettävyyden opas http://nasanen.info/Opas2007.pdf In Finnish only.
  CU Dynamic Colour Vision Test see: Barbur et al., Proc. Roy. Soc.B., 258, pp 327-334, 1994
  Webvision
  Colblindor
  Tutis Vilis: The Physiology of the Senses

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Interactive lectures
  Guided practicals and assignments
  Practicals finished and assessed (verbal feedback is given during the practicals)

  Assessment methods and criteria

  Written examination 80%
  Visual field analysis 10%
  Colour vision analysis 10%
  Practicals done. Absences must be covered by attendance during another session. All practical work sheets must be returned at the end of the course and approved by the lecturers
  Attendance at an educational visit to Aalto University (if arranged)
  Practical competency assessment: Manual perimetry
  -
  Permitted aids at the written examination
  Standard: Pen, pencil, eraser and ruler.

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  01.08.2021 - 24.10.2021

  Enrollment date

  03.05.2021 - 16.05.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXE20S1

  Teacher(s)

  Pia Mäkelä

  Further information for students

  In case a student has a decision on special support arrangements affecting the course the student needs to contact the teacher in charge right after enrollment period.
  Part of the teaching may be given in English.
  Learning assignments are
  1: Analysis of the results of the colour vision tests
  2: Analysis of the peripheral vision (manual) tests.

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Optometry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

  Exam schedule

  Written exam 5.11.2021 Retake 1 22.11.2021 Retake 2 16.12.2021

  Students use of time and load

  5 ECTS 135h work for the student
  
  Theory: 3.5 ECTS x 27h = 95h
  Practical sessions and tasks 1.5 ECTS 40h work for the student

  Location and Time

  Autumn Semester 2021 Department of Optometry

Academic year 2022 - 2023

There is no implementations attached to this degree programme.