Doctor of Optometry Program
Curriculum Overview 2008 - 2009
The Doctor of Optometry curriculum has been organized into ten modules. The curriculum overview chart summarizes the sequencing of the modules across the four-year academic program, with the modules representing an integrated sequence of knowledge, skills and values expected for entry-level practice.
The academic year is divided into three sessions: Fall Session (September - December); Spring Session (January - May); and Summer Session (June - August).
The following is a brief outline of each year’s program.
Year 1 |
Year 2 |
Year 3 |
Year 4 |
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Molecular & Cellular Processes |
Integrative Organ Systems & Disease |
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Integrative Organ Systems & Disease |
Clinical Externships |
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Integrative Ocular & Systemic Disease (Module 3) - Years 2,3 |
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| Integrative Neuro-Visual Sciences (Module 4) - Years 1,2,3 | ||||
Optometric Principles & Management of Vision Problems (Module 5) - Years 1,2,3 |
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Principles & Practice of Optometric Medicine (Module 6) - Years 1,2,3 |
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Integrative Approaches to Clinical Problem Solving (Module 7) - Years 1,2,3 |
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Electives & Advanced Studies (Module 9) - Years 1,2,3,4 |
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Strategies for Personal & Professional Development (Module 10) - Years 1,2,3,4 |
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Updated 2/23/2009