No Certificate / Course on Audit Track
This course provides a practical, skill-based introduction to essential ophthalmic and optical instruments used in optometry. Through four focused modules, students develop core competencies in assembling and troubleshooting optical setups using the trial box, performing objective refraction via retinoscopy, conducting systematic retinal examinations with a direct ophthalmoscope, and carrying out detailed anterior segment assessments using a slit lamp.
The curriculum emphasizes hands-on clinical application, enabling students to measure basic optical properties, interpret clinical reflexes, and recognize normal ocular anatomy. By integrating foundational theory with supervised practical training, the course equips learners with the skills necessary for real-world clinical and technical practice in optometry and vision sciences.
This course has been curated by Riphah International University faculty and staff using publicly available third-party content and Open Educational Resources (OER) for self-paced learning. Learners will engage with curated open-access materials to achieve the course learning outcomes. All third-party content is used under open-access or fair-use policies, while any original materials are developed specifically for this learning experience.
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By the end of this course, you will be able to:
Before beginning this course, learners are expected to have:
Foundational knowledge of:
Basic familiarity with standard optometric instruments, including the retinoscope and slit lamp.
This course is designed for optometry students, vision science learners, optical engineers, biomedical instrument specialists, and physics graduates who aim to develop expertise in the design, alignment, and practical application of optical systems used in scientific and medical instruments.
Lens Combination and Trial Frame Techniques
Basic of Trial set used in Refraction (Video)
Working Distance and Far Point Concepts
Objective Refraction (Retinoscopy)(Video)
Adjusting Focus and Illumination During Examination
Introduction to the Direct Ophthalmoscope (Video)
Basic Anterior Segment Examination Techniques
Introduction to the Slit Lamp (Video)
Approximately 2 Hours
Beginner
Fully Online (Asynchronous)
Self Paced
