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OPSC5014: Ophthalmology in Developing Countries 2

Semester 1, 2020 [Online] - Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney

This unit of study provides candidates with the foundations of the practise of clinical ophthalmology with an emphasis on the specific diseases and pathology of their native country. On completion of this unit, the successful student will be able to apply the scientific basis of the practise of clinical ophthalmology to the following areas of specific ocular systems: basic pharmacology, public health measures, nutrition and its impact on ocular health, general microbiology, principles of genetics, medical statistics and epidemiology. Students are required to incorporate knowledge gained from the pre-requisite unit of study (OPSC5013) to gain knowledge on the aetiology, pathology, prognosis and management of ophthalmology-related diseases. Students are required to identify differences in the presentation, aetiology, course, treatment and prognosis of ocular diseases in adults compared to children. They are also required to identify and study areas of ophthalmic significance in developing countries and, in particular, the candidate's home country, as we as utilise online ophthalmic and medical resources to gain knowledge and assist in the management of ocular and general medical disease. Students undertaking this unit must be overseas trained medical practitioners from countries without an established vocational ophthalmology training programs and be working in a clinical ophthalmology unit.

Unit details and rules

Academic unit Save Sight Institute
Credit points 6
Prerequisites
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OPSC5013
Corequisites
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None
Prohibitions
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None
Assumed knowledge
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None

Available to study abroad and exchange students

No

Teaching staff

Coordinator Geoffrey Painter, geoffrey.painter@sydney.edu.au
Type Description Weight Due Length
Assignment Essay 1
Essay 1
20% Week 05
Due date: 23 Mar 2020 at 09:00
2,000 Words
Outcomes assessed: LO5 LO6 LO7 LO8
Assignment Essay 2
Essay 2
20% Week 07
Due date: 06 Apr 2020 at 09:00
2,000 words
Outcomes assessed: LO5 LO6 LO7 LO8
Assignment Presentation 1
Presentation 1
10% Week 08
Due date: 20 Apr 2020 at 09:00
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Outcomes assessed: LO5 LO6 LO7 LO8
Assignment Essay 3
Essay 3
20% Week 10
Due date: 04 May 2020 at 09:00
2,000 words
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Assignment Essay 4
Essay 4
20% Week 12
Due date: 18 May 2020 at 09:00
2,000 words
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Assignment Presentation 2
Presentation 2
10% Week 14 (STUVAC)
Due date: 01 Jun 2020 at 09:00
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Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4

Assessment summary

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Assessment criteria

The University awards common result grades, set out in the Coursework Policy 2014 (Schedule 1).

As a general guide, a high distinction indicates work of an exceptional standard, a distinction a very high standard, a credit a good standard, and a pass an acceptable standard.

Result name

Mark range

Description

High distinction

85 - 100

 

Distinction

75 - 84

 

Credit

65 - 74

 

Pass

50 - 64

 

Fail

0 - 49

When you don’t meet the learning outcomes of the unit to a satisfactory standard.

 

For more information see guide to grades.

Late submission

In accordance with University policy, these penalties apply when written work is submitted after 11:59pm on the due date:

  • Deduction of 5% of the maximum mark for each calendar day after the due date.
  • After ten calendar days late, a mark of zero will be awarded.

This unit has an exception to the standard University policy or supplementary information has been provided by the unit coordinator. This information is displayed below:

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Academic integrity

The Current Student website provides information on academic integrity and the resources available to all students. The University expects students and staff to act ethically and honestly and will treat all allegations of academic integrity breaches seriously.

We use similarity detection software to detect potential instances of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breach. If such matches indicate evidence of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breaches, your teacher is required to report your work for further investigation.

Use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) and automated writing tools

You may only use generative AI and automated writing tools in assessment tasks if you are permitted to by your unit coordinator. If you do use these tools, you must acknowledge this in your work, either in a footnote or an acknowledgement section. The assessment instructions or unit outline will give guidance of the types of tools that are permitted and how the tools should be used.

Your final submitted work must be your own, original work. You must acknowledge any use of generative AI tools that have been used in the assessment, and any material that forms part of your submission must be appropriately referenced. For guidance on how to acknowledge the use of AI, please refer to the AI in Education Canvas site.

The unapproved use of these tools or unacknowledged use will be considered a breach of the Academic Integrity Policy and penalties may apply.

Studiosity is permitted unless otherwise indicated by the unit coordinator. The use of this service must be acknowledged in your submission as detailed on the Learning Hub’s Canvas page.

Outside assessment tasks, generative AI tools may be used to support your learning. The AI in Education Canvas site contains a number of productive ways that students are using AI to improve their learning.

Simple extensions

If you encounter a problem submitting your work on time, you may be able to apply for an extension of five calendar days through a simple extension.  The application process will be different depending on the type of assessment and extensions cannot be granted for some assessment types like exams.

Special consideration

If exceptional circumstances mean you can’t complete an assessment, you need consideration for a longer period of time, or if you have essential commitments which impact your performance in an assessment, you may be eligible for special consideration or special arrangements.

Special consideration applications will not be affected by a simple extension application.

Using AI responsibly

Co-created with students, AI in Education includes lots of helpful examples of how students use generative AI tools to support their learning. It explains how generative AI works, the different tools available and how to use them responsibly and productively.

WK Topic Learning activity Learning outcomes
Week 01 Online Online class (6 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6 LO7 LO8
Week 02 Online Class Online class (6 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6 LO7 LO8
Week 03 Online Class Online class (6 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6 LO7 LO8
Week 04 Online Class Online class (6 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6 LO7 LO8
Week 05 Online Class Online class (6 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6 LO7 LO8
Week 06 Online Class Online class (6 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6 LO7 LO8
Week 07 Online Class Online class (6 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6 LO7 LO8
Week 08 Online Class Online class (6 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6 LO7 LO8
Week 09 Online Class Online class (6 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6 LO7 LO8
Week 10 Online Class Online class (6 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6 LO7 LO8
Week 11 Online Class Online class (6 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6 LO7 LO8
Week 12 Online Class Online class (6 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6 LO7 LO8
Week 13 Online Class Online class (6 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6 LO7 LO8

Attendance and class requirements

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Study commitment

Typically, there is a minimum expectation of 1.5-2 hours of student effort per week per credit point for units of study offered over a full semester. For a 6 credit point unit, this equates to roughly 120-150 hours of student effort in total.

Required readings

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Learning outcomes are what students know, understand and are able to do on completion of a unit of study. They are aligned with the University's graduate qualities and are assessed as part of the curriculum.

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

  • LO1. Describe the normal anatomical organisation of the anterior segment and adnexae of the human eye
  • LO2. Describe the principal pathological conditions affecting these structures
  • LO3. Describe appropriate diagnostic testing for corneal and eyelid diseases
  • LO4. Describe appropriate medical and surgical management used in these conditions
  • LO5. Describe and classify the various clinical types of glaucoma
  • LO6. Describe the pathology and pathophysiology of different types of clinical glaucoma
  • LO7. Describe appropriate diagnostic testing for glaucoma
  • LO8. Describe appropriate medical and surgical management used to treat glaucoma

Graduate qualities

The graduate qualities are the qualities and skills that all University of Sydney graduates must demonstrate on successful completion of an award course. As a future Sydney graduate, the set of qualities have been designed to equip you for the contemporary world.

GQ1 Depth of disciplinary expertise

Deep disciplinary expertise is the ability to integrate and rigorously apply knowledge, understanding and skills of a recognised discipline defined by scholarly activity, as well as familiarity with evolving practice of the discipline.

GQ2 Critical thinking and problem solving

Critical thinking and problem solving are the questioning of ideas, evidence and assumptions in order to propose and evaluate hypotheses or alternative arguments before formulating a conclusion or a solution to an identified problem.

GQ3 Oral and written communication

Effective communication, in both oral and written form, is the clear exchange of meaning in a manner that is appropriate to audience and context.

GQ4 Information and digital literacy

Information and digital literacy is the ability to locate, interpret, evaluate, manage, adapt, integrate, create and convey information using appropriate resources, tools and strategies.

GQ5 Inventiveness

Generating novel ideas and solutions.

GQ6 Cultural competence

Cultural Competence is the ability to actively, ethically, respectfully, and successfully engage across and between cultures. In the Australian context, this includes and celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, knowledge systems, and a mature understanding of contemporary issues.

GQ7 Interdisciplinary effectiveness

Interdisciplinary effectiveness is the integration and synthesis of multiple viewpoints and practices, working effectively across disciplinary boundaries.

GQ8 Integrated professional, ethical, and personal identity

An integrated professional, ethical and personal identity is understanding the interaction between one’s personal and professional selves in an ethical context.

GQ9 Influence

Engaging others in a process, idea or vision.

Outcome map

Learning outcomes Graduate qualities
GQ1 GQ2 GQ3 GQ4 GQ5 GQ6 GQ7 GQ8 GQ9

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