OPTİK ALETLER VE MALZEME BİLGİSİ PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
OPP156	OPTİK ALETLER VE MALZEME BİLGİSİ	2	2	2	5

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	Turkish
Level of the Course Unit :	ASSOCIATE DEGREE, TYY: + 5.Level, EQF-LLL: 5.Level, QF-EHEA: Short Cycle
Type of the Course :	Compulsory
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit	-
Coordinator of the Course Unit	Assist.Prof. NİHAN ÜNLÜ
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit	Assist.Prof. NİHAN ÜNLÜ
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	Objective: The objective of the Optical Instruments and Materials course is to provide students with comprehensive knowledge and skills regarding optical devices, equipment, and materials.
Contents of the Course Unit:	Content: Technical terms and definitions, basic elements of optical instruments, fundamental characteristics of optical instruments, the principle of a lensometer (focometer), definition and types of focometers. Images of lenses in a focometer, determination of the dioptric power of lenses, pupillameter, magnifiers, binoculars, microscopes, telescopes, cameras, ophthalmic optical instruments, eye complaints and symptomatology of eye diseases, optical instruments for low vision, eye examination, routine eye examination and optical instruments and their principles used in eye examination with auxiliary tools and methods, ophthalmoscopes, retinoscopes, fundus cameras, refractometers, tonometers, slit lamps and types of surgical microscopes, photographic darkeners, and similar topics constitute the content of this course.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Provides a detailed explanation of the basic elements of optical instruments (mirrors, lenses, and prisms).
Identifies the basic characteristics of optical instruments.
Explains the optical structure, characteristics, types, and operating principles of cameras and binoculars.
Describes the optical structure, types, and applications of microscopes.
Explains the optical structure, types, and operating principles of focometers and pupillameters.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	RESOURCE REVIEW	Basic Concepts and Definitions	Lecture, Question-Answer, Problem Solving
2	RESOURCE REVIEW	Basic Elements and Characteristics of Optical Instruments	Lecture, Question-Answer, Problem SolvingLecture, Question-Answer, Problem Solving
3	RESOURCE REVIEW	Lensometer, pupillameter, magnifiers, binoculars, microscope, telescope, camera, ophthalmic instruments	Lecture, Question-Answer, Problem Solving
4	RESOURCE REVIEW	Low Vision and Rehabilitation Instruments	Lecture, Question-Answer, Problem Solving
5	RESOURCE REVIEW	Optical Instruments and Principles Used in Eye Examinations	Lecture, Question-Answer, Problem Solving
6	RESOURCE REVIEW	Ophthalmoscope, retinoscope, refractometer	Lecture, Question-Answer, Problem Solving
7	RESOURCE REVIEW	Fundus cameras, tonometer, slit lamps, types of surgical microscopes, photographic darkeners	Lecture, Question-Answer, Problem Solving
8	RESOURCE REVIEW	Transposition and Grouping in Optical Glasses	Lecture, Question-Answer, Problem Solving
9	RESOURCE REVIEW	Definition, Parts, Working Principle and Types of Lensometer	Lecture, Question-Answer, Problem Solving
10	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
11	RESOURCE REVIEW	Focometer Images of Lenses	Lecture, Question-Answer, Problem Solving
12	RESOURCE REVIEW	Determination of Dioptric Values	Lecture, Question-Answer, Problem Solving
13	RESOURCE REVIEW	Measurement Studies with Manual and Digital Focometers	Lecture, Question-Answer, Problem Solving
14	RESOURCE REVIEW	Pupillameter Use and Manual Focusing Studies	Lecture, Question-Answer, Problem Solving
15	RESOURCE REVIEW	Vision Problems Due to Eye Diseases	Lecture, Question-Answer, Problem Solving
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Carson, F. A. (2011). Basic optics and optical instruments. Courier Corporation.
Kayın, N., "Optalmik Optisyenin Meslek Kitabı"., Kitap No:4., ISBN 975-97172-9-8
Kayın, N., "Optalmik Dispensing Sistemi" Kitap No: 13., ISBN 975-97172-6-3

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description	Examination Method
Mid-Term Exam	1	50		Classical Exam
Final Exam	1	50		Classical Exam
TOTAL	2	100

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Students acquire up-to-date theoretical knowledge in Anatomy, Physiology, Physics, Physics and Geometric Optics, Optical Instruments and Materials, which are required in the field of optometry.		1

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	The principles of occupational health and safety, environmental awareness, professional ethics, and quality assurance processes necessary for safe, controlled, and standards-compliant work in the optician's environment are based on theoretical foundations.					4

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	It evaluates professional problems and situations encountered in the field of optometry with an analytical, critical, and scientifically based approach, and offers appropriate solutions.						5

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They effectively use professional information technologies, optical design programs, measurement software, and digital data management systems.						5
2	By using optical devices, measuring instruments, and workshop equipment efficiently, safely, and methodically, he integrates them into professional practices by monitoring technological developments.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Of the obligations to be fulfilled successfully and correctly.					4
2	Knowing the risks to the health sector and industry make the right decisions.					4
3	Health sector and the sector's risk requires knowing the true teamwork in the unit, compatible and effective to çalışır.al.				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They communicate effectively and clearly, both orally and in writing, expressing their knowledge and opinions in their field, thus maintaining effective communication with colleagues, patients, and other healthcare professionals.						5
2	In professional settings, they assume responsibility as an effective team member in workshop and optical sales environments.						5
3	As an optician, they possess the ability to quickly assess, make appropriate decisions, and generate solutions in unexpected and complex professional situations, thus adapting to varying working conditions.				3
4	As an individual with a lifelong learning culture focused on continuous self-improvement, they follow professional innovations, developments in optical technologies, and current scientific publications.					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They gain language proficiency in a foreign language that enables them to communicate with healthcare professionals through professional publications and national and international resources.	0
2	Demonstrates practical skills in inventory management, customer relations, sales processes, and compliance with professional regulations in optical retail businesses.				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	By analyzing the technical specifications of eyeglass frames, contact lenses, and optical materials, it selects and adapts products to suit an individual's vision needs.					4
2	The optical workshop ensures product quality by performing frame assembly, lens edge processing, repair, and adjustment processes in accordance with standards.					4
3	By evaluating prescription parameters, it accurately and precisely applies lens centering, optical axis adjustment, pupillary distance measurement, and related optical calculations.						5

WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT
Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities
Type of the Learning Activites	Learning Activities (# of week)	Duration (hours, h)	Workload (h)
Lecture & In-Class Activities	14	2	28
Preliminary & Further Study	14	5	70
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	0	0	0
Laboratory	0	0	0
Reading	0	0	0
Assignment (Homework)	0	0	0
Project Work	0	0	0
Seminar	0	0	0
Internship	0	0	0
Technical Visit	0	0	0
Web Based Learning	0	0	0
Implementation/Application/Practice	0	0	0
Practice at a workplace	0	0	0
Occupational Activity	0	0	0
Social Activity	0	0	0
Thesis Work	0	0	0
Field Study	0	0	0
Report Writing	0	0	0
Final Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Final Exam	1	15	15
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	1	7	7
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	32	0	122