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OM00EH40 Anatomy and Physiology of the Visual System (8 cr)
Prerequisites Not applicable
Objectives The student is able to describe the structure of the eye in detail. Student can explain the functionality of the eye in detail and prescribe the factors influencing vision.
Content Development of the eye and structures of the eye and it´s adnexa:
Orbit
Ocular blood supply,
Cranial nerves III-VII
Sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous system of the eye
Extraocular muscles
Neuroanatomy and physiology of eye movements,
Eyebrows
Eyelids
Conjunctiva
Sclera and Episclera
Cornea
Lens
Anterior & Posterior chamber
Uvea (Iris, Ciliary body & Choroid)
Vitreous
Retina
Optic nerve
Visual pathway
Recommended optional programme components If necessary, the student advisor will recommend optional programme components for each student based on their individual study plan.
Accomplishment methods Exam
Assignments
Execution methods Theory 7 ECTS
Practical 1 ECTS
Materials Not applicable
Literature Not applicable
Evaluation Criteria Not applicable
Evaluation Criteria satisfactory (1-2)
You recognise some concepts related to anatomy and physiology of the eye and it´s adnexa.
You can name some parts and structures of the eye and it´s adnexa.
You can describe the location, structure, and function of eye and it´s adnexa in general.
You remember the main features of the structure and functioning of the visual system in general.

good (3-4)
You recognise concepts related to anatomy and physiology of the eye and it´s adnexa.
You can name parts and structures of the eye and it´s adnexa.
You can describe the location, structure, and function of the eye and it´s adnexa.
You remember the main features of the structure and functioning of the visual system.

excellent (5)
You recognise concepts related to anatomy and physiology of the eye and it´s adnexa comprehensively.
You can name parts and structures of the eye and it´s adnexa comprehensively.
You can describe the location, structure, and function of the eye and it´s adnexa comprehensively.
You remember the features of the structure and functioning of the visual system comprehensively.
Assessment Frameworks Not applicable
Further Information Not applicable
Responsible persons Tuomas Juustila
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  • 23.10.2023 - 10.03.2024 (OM00EH40-3001 | OPT23SP)
  • 28.10.2024 - 09.03.2025 (OM00EH40-3002 | OPT24SP)
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