V501/V502/V601/V602 Integrative Optometry This course sequence is offered over four semesters. Overall goal is to provide an integrated perspective of optometry in the paradigm of problem-based learning (PBL). The problems will be clinical cases (4-6 cases per semester) which relate to the contents of courses taught contemporaneously in Optics, Biomedical, and Ocular biology modules. Students will meet in small groups to discuss the problems guided by a faculty facilitator.

V521 Optics I: Geometric and Visual Optics (4cr) P: Caculus, Physics P202 and enrollment in the School of Optometry or permission of instructor.  Fundamentals of geometric and physical optics. Optical analysis of myopia, hyperopia and astigmatism. Components of the eyes and their optical properties.  Clinical instrumentation for optical measurement and diagnosis of eyes.   

V523 Optics II: Geometric and Visual Optics(4cr) P:V521 or permission of instructor.  Continuation of application of the principles of geometrical and physical optics to the optical description and correction of the eye. . Schematic optical models of the eye. Measurement of light. Higher-order aberrations and their impact on vision.

V540 Ocular Biology I (4.5 cr.) Head and neck neuroanatomy related to the normal functioning of the eye and visual system. Detailed anatomy/histology and physiology of the eye and adnexa. Maintenance of optical transparency and intraocular pressure. Phototransduction, retinal physiology and the basis for the electroretinogram and electro-oculogram.

V542 Systems Approach to Biomedical Sciences I (SABS-I) (4.5 cr.) This is the first of a three semester sequence which presents basic science information organized into specific organ systems. The first module will cover common processes: basic biochemistry, cell and molecular biology, fundamentals of physiology, pharmacology, immunology/infection, and oncology. Subsequent modules are organized to discuss the structure, function, pathology and therapy for each organ system. These modules include: Cardiovascular/Pulmonary, renal, gastrointestinal, reproductive, neuromuscular-skeletal, endocrine, hematopoietic.

V543 Systems Approach to Biomedical Sciences II (4 cr.) P: V542. Continuation of SABS-I

V550 Clinical Sciences I (3cr) Introduction to clinical history and interview techniques, health history content, and medical record documentation as applied to the optometric setting; optometric and medical terminology, interview techniques for special populations, legal aspects of medical records, differential diagnosis of visual symptoms, introduction to physical assessment, slit lamp biomicroscopy and ophthalmoscopy.

V551 Clinical Sciences II (4 cr) P: V550. Vision examination techniques, ocular diagnostic techniques, and theory and application of vision testing instrumentation, with emphasis on preliminary tests, refractive tests, and the ocular health examination; study of the principles involved in the measurement, epidemiology, and treatment of ametropia, oculomotor imbalances, and associated conditions.

V560 Vision Science I (Perception) (3.5cr) Provides an understanding of how visual performance is determined by the underlying biology of the eye and the brain. Topics include visual pathway, neuroanatomy and physiology, with special emphasis on the roles of receptive of receptive and nureal sampling.

V631 Optics III: (Ophthalmic) (4cr) P: V523 or permission of instructor.  Design and application of ophthalmic spectacles and materials.  Optics of contact lenses. 

V632 Optics IV: Advanced Clinical Optics (4cr) P:V631 or permission of instructor. Continuation of design and application of ophthalmic spectacles and materials. Optics of low vision.  Clinical aberrometry. Optics of refractive surgery.  Optics of diseased eyes.  Wavefront-guided refraction and treatments.

V633 Contact Lenses (4 cr) Theory and practice of contact lenses. General principles of lens materials, design, care; examination, selection, fitting; diagnosis and treatment of lens wear problems; introduction to specialty fitting. Practical laboratory on lens handling, modification and fitting.

V642 Systems Approach to Biomedical Sciences III (4.5 cr.) P: V543 Continuation of SABS-II

V644 Ocular Disease/Pharmacology I (4 cr.) P:V642 A detailed description of the signs, symptoms, differential diagnosis, and management of ocular disease of the anterior segment integrated with the principles and application of ocular pharmacology.

V652 Clinical Sciences III (5 cr) P: V551 Vision examination techniques, ocular diagnostic techniques, and theory and application of vision testing instrumentation, with emphasis on accommodation tests, binocular vision tests, and advanced ocular health examination; accommodation and vergence test findings as they relate to normal function, subjective symptoms, and performance; theory and case analysis of non-strabismic binocular vision problems.

V654 Clinical Sciences IV (4) P: 652 Advanced clinical analysis, procedures, and protocols for examinations of patients in the clinical setting, and comprehensive eye and vision examinations with scheduled patients; patient assessment and plan, patient communication; introduction to clinical ocular disease and protocols.

V665 Vision Science II: Ocular Motility (2.5) Characteristics, control, and deficits of the five somatic eye-movement systems (convergence, saccadic version, pursuit version, fixation maintenance, vestibular reflex) and the autonomic systems subserving accommodation and pupillary diameter and reflexes.

V666 Vision Science III Binocular Vision (4cr) P: V560, V665 This course is intended to prepare the student to manage the common binocular vision anomalies encountered in primary care Optometry. The course will examine the anatomical, physiological, psychophysical and oculomotor characteristics of normal binocularity in humans. The course will then present diagnosis and management strategies for both non-strabismic and strabismic patients.

V680 Introduction to Clinic (2.5 cr.) P: V 551, V 553, V 631, V 632, V 633, V 644, V 652, V 654, V 654, and a passing score on the Clinical Competency Examination in V654. Introduction to clinical practice in visual analysis, optometric procedures, case conference; discussion and patient care for three 40-hour weeks during the summer, or the equivalent by arrangement

V701 Grand Rounds I (1cr) Presentation of Cases

V702 Grand Rounds II (1cr) Presentation of Cases

V745 Ocular Disease II (3 cr.) P: V644 A detailed description of the signs, symptoms, differential diagnosis, and management of ocular disease of the posterior segment; neurological diseases affecting the eye; and application of ocular therapeutics.

V746 Ocular Disease III (Neuro-Optometry) (2 cr.) P: V745. A detailed discussion of the signs, symptoms, differential diagnosis, and management of neurological diseases affecting the eye.

V748 Principles and Methods of Physical Assessment and Medicine (3.5) P:V680 Physical examination with emphasis on HEENT and neurological screening, and their relationship to ocular health conditions and medical management; clinical chemistry and interpretation of clinical laboratory tests; criteria for referral to other providers; principles of CPR and emergency office procedures.

V749 Ocular Disease IV (Applied Ocular Therapeutics) (3 cr.) P: V 745. The use, in clinical optometric practice, of legend drugs, lasers, and other therapeutic devices in the treatment and management of ocular disease.

V751 Low Vision Rehabilitation (1.5 cr.) P: V 652 and V 654. Special examination procedures and patient management techniques for the visually impaired. Evaluations and prescriptions of optical, nonoptical, and electronic devices. Overview of rehabilitative services

V752 Advanced Contact Lens Topics I (2 cr.) P: V 633. Applications of contact lenses. This course covers the fitting and care of patients requiring specialty contact lenses and more difficult cases including, but not limited to, correcting astigmatism, tinted and cosmetic lenses, fitting the presbyopic patient, fitting infants and children, fitting keratoconic patients, fitting postsurgical and other distorted corneas; haptic lenses, cosmetic shells, and prosthetic eyes

V754 Optometric Profession (Public Health, Policy,Legal, History & Ethical Issues) (2cr) Introduction to the fundamentals and principles of public health; an overview of public and community health problems, planning, and care, with special attention to optometric and other visual aspects of variously identified segments of the community. Includes considerations of quality, efficiency, economics, and regulation of vision and health care delivery and utilization.

V756 Clinical Assessment I (1 cr.) P: V 680. C: V 745. Introduction to clinical reasoning and formulation of differential diagnostic protocols for investigation of various visual problems.

V757 Clinical Assessment II (1 cr.) P: V 756. A continuation in the clinical reasoning and formulation of differential diagnostic protocols for investigation of various visual problems.

V758 Advance Clinical Concepts in Binocular Vision and Pediatrics (2cr) P: V666, V781. The goal of this course is to provide the students with advance knowledge in the areas of binocular vision and pediatrics. Topics covered will include, clinical cases involving amyblyopia, strabismus, infants and vision therapy among others. Classes will be a mixture a mixture of case presentations and lecture. Students will have an enhance understanding of how to diagnose and treat patients with these disorders upon completion of the course.

V759 Business Aspects of Optometry (2cr) The business of optometric practices and career opportunities and aspect of optometry.

V774 Introduction to Epidemiology  and Ophthalmic Research(2 cr) Introduction to epidemiology and biostatistics, principles of epidemiological inquiry and research design, and the application of statistical methods to clinical data.

V781 Pediatric Optometry (3 cr.) Specialized diagnosis and management strategies for the infant and child. Topics to include refractive and binocular vision anomalies, disease, pharmacology and an Optometrist’s role in assessment and mangement of visual perception, learning diabilities and reading problems. Communication with parents, educators and other professionals.

V786 Optometry Clinic (2 cr.) P: V 680 with a minimum grade of C-. Clinical practice in visual analysis, patient care, and optometric procedures. Case discussion and student evaluation on a daily basis. Patient care includes assisting patients with selection of suitable eye wear.

V787 Optometry Clinic (2 cr.) P: V 786 with a minimum grade of C-. A continuation of V 786. Clinical practice in visual analysis, patient care, and optometric procedures. Case discussion and student evaluation on a daily basis. Patient care includes assisting patients with selection of suitable eye wear.

V788 Optometry Clinic (2 cr.) P: V 787 with a minimum grade of C-. Clinical practice in visual analysis, patient care, and optometric procedures. Case discussion and student evaluation on a daily basis, case presentation by student interns. Patient care includes assisting patients with selection of suitable eye wear.

V789 Optometry Clinic (2 cr.) P: V 788 with a minimum grade of C-. Continuation of V 788. Clinical practice in visual analysis, patient care, and optometric procedures. Case discussion and student evaluation on a daily basis, case presentation by student interns. Patient care includes assisting patients with selection of suitable eye wear.

V780 Clinical Skills Enhancement-3rd year (2-2.5 cr) Increased supervision provided by clinical faculty for students that having difficulty in areas of clinical performance.

V880 Clinical Skills Enhancement–4th year (5-10 cr.) Increased supervision provided by clinical faculty for students having difficulty in areas of clinical performance.

V885 Optometry Clinic (10 cr.) ¹ P: V 680, V 786, V 787, V 788, and V 789, as well as completion of all lecture and laboratory courses through the third professional year of study. Advanced clinical optometric training with emphasis on optometric specialties such as contact lens care, ocular disease diagnosis/ management, binocular vision analysis/ therapy, and pediatrics.

V887 Extension Clinic (10 cr.) ¹ P: V 680, V 786, V 787, V 788, and V 789, as well as completion of all lecture and laboratory courses through the third professional year of study. An intensive, hands-on patient care experience at a large urban optometry clinic in Indianapolis. Includes experience in primary care as well as specialty services.

V888 External Clinic (10 cr.) ¹ P: V 680, V 786, V 787, V 788, and V 789, as well as completion of all lecture and laboratory courses through the third professional year of study. An intensive, hands-on patient care experience at an affiliated external clinical site such as a military hospital, Veterans Administration medical facility, or referral eye center.