Educational Objectives
Cognitive Objectives
Equipping students with the scientific foundations in optical sciences, optometric examination, and basic medical sciences.
Familiarizing students with the anatomy of the eye, its physical and anatomical characteristics, and the mechanism of the visual system within the body.
Providing students with knowledge related to diagnosing refractive errors, and determining clinical measurements for prescription glasses and contact lenses according to approved scientific standards.
Developing students’ understanding of optometric and medical terminology,laws and regulations governing professional practice in optometry clinics and centers.
Enhancing students’ knowledge of common eye diseases, primary eye care, and public health safety for vision.
Skills Objectives
Training students to conduct eye examinations and visual function tests correctly and safely.
Developing skills in operating optical devices and modern technologies specialized in vision testing and therapy within educational laboratories and clinics.
Enabling students to handle medical equipment and tools used in optometry centers and hospitals.
Developing skills in reading optical prescriptions, analyzing examination results, and understanding instructions for fitting lenses.
Training students to apply quality control methods and guarantee quality assurance in preparation of optical glasses and contact lenses.
Developing the capability to manage optometry clinics and centers, maintain patient records, and document their cases accurately.
Behavioral and Professional Objectives
Instilling professional ethics and commitment to professional responsibility when dealing with patients and visitors of optometry clinics.
Developing teamwork and cooperation with members of the medical and healthcare team (such as ophthalmologists and eye care assistants).
Enhancing compliance with occupational safety standards within optics laboratories and medical clinics.
Developing effective communication skills with patients of various age groups and workers in the healthcare sector.
Promoting a culture of continuous learning and keeping pace with scientific and technological developments in the field of optometry techniques and optics.
Community Service and Labor Market Objectives
Preparing optometry technicians capable of meeting labor market needs in both the public and private sectors.
Contributing to raising the standard of health and vision care services provided to the community, and reducing uncorrected visual impairment issues.
Supporting health institutions with qualified technical cadres to work in hospitals, eye care centers, and optical shops.
Enhancing visual and health awareness among community members through scientific and educational activities and early screening campaigns.
Contributing to the development of the optics sector by graduating cadres possessing high scientific and practical competence.