OPTOM 681Ageing and Vision

Units: 0.50
Level: Graduate
Faculty: Science
Subject: Optometry

When it runs

Ran in 0 of the last 7 terms. Winter 2027: not on the schedule. Spring 2027: schedule not out yet.

Theories of ageing as they relate to vision. Ageing changes in structure and function of the eye and visual system. Impact of visual function on functional (everyday) vision. Interaction between vision and other ageing changes. Cortical plasticity and ageing.

Prerequisites

Complete all of the following
- Must have completed the following:
  - OPTOM670 - Vision Science Part 1 (0.50)
- Must have completed the following:
  - OPTOM690A

Antirequisites

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