Set of Diploma Courses II: Eye Surgery Field of study: Physics
Programme code: W4-S2FZ19.2025

Module name: Set of Diploma Courses II: Eye Surgery
Module code: W4-FZ-OM-S2-3-25-08F
Programme code: W4-S2FZ19.2025
Semester: winter semester 2026/2027
Language of instruction: Polish
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 1
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The module focuses on education in the field of eye surgery methods. The aim of the module is to prepare optometry students to work with ophthalmologists, understand the role of surgery in the treatment of eye diseases and develop diagnostic skills in the context of examining patients undergoing ophthalmic surgery. Students should acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to recognize conditions requiring surgical treatment, as well as support the treatment and rehabilitation process after ophthalmic surgery. Educational content: During lectures, students will become familiar with: 1. Basics of ophthalmic surgery - types of procedures, types of anesthesia in ophthalmic surgery, monitoring the patient during the procedure. 2. Ophthalmic equipment – servicing devices used in diagnostics and surgery. 3. refractive surgery - LASIK, FemtoLASIK, PRK, LASEK, SMILE, intracorneal rings. 4. Intraocular refractive surgery - ICL, RLE. 5. Ophthalmic transplantology - corneal transplantation techniques, keratoprosthesis. 6. Cataract and glaucoma surgery – surgical techniques and devices, postoperative care. 7. Retinal surgery – vitrectomy, treatment of retinal detachment. 8. Eyelid surgery. 9. Postoperative complications – prevention and recognition of complications. 10. Pre- and postoperative diagnostics – initial and follow-up tests, patient education. 11. Collaboration with the medical team – the role of the optometrist in diagnosis and rehabilitation. During laboratory work, students will learn practical aspects: 1. Practical exercises in pre- and postoperative assessment of the ophthalmological patient. 2. Practical exercises in intraocular lens calculation. 3. Observation of recordings of surgical procedures with commentary by the presenter - an ophthalmic surgeon. 4. To familiarize students with different types of ophthalmic implants - direct macroscopic and microscopic presentation. The module is carried out through theoretical lectures and laboratory exercises. During lectures, students gain knowledge about surgical methods, measurement techniques, patient qualification criteria, complications and postoperative care. Laboratory classes allow students to gain practical skills in the use of ophthalmic equipment, conducting preoperative measurements and initial patient qualification. After performing the experiment, the student presents a report containing a detailed description of the measurements performed. The report should also include an analysis of the effectiveness of the measurements performed in the context of the patient's qualification for refractive procedures and a preliminary assessment of post-procedure care. Additionally, the student should indicate potential difficulties encountered during the procedures and propose solutions that can improve the quality and accuracy of the results in the future. As part of their own work, the student uses lecture notes and additional literature to consolidate the knowledge they have acquired. The module helps develop teamwork skills and effective communication with the medical team. The final exam in the module consists of two parts: a theoretical exam consisting of the lecture and a practical exam consisting of the laboratory part.
List of modules that must be completed before starting this module (if necessary): not applicable
Learning outcome of the module Codes of the learning outcomes of the programme to which the learning outcome of the module is related [level of competence: scale 1-5]
The student has knowledge of the basics of ophthalmic surgery, including types of procedures (refractive, cataract, glaucoma, retina, eyelids), techniques used and possible postoperative complications. [E1]
KF_W02 [5/5] W_OOD [5/5]
The student knows and understands the importance of diagnostic measurements performed before surgical procedures and is able to interpret them in the context of qualifying the patient for surgical treatment. [E2]
W_OOD [5/5] KF_U07 [5/5] KF_U11 [5/5]
The student is able to recognize indications and contraindications for surgical treatment of eye diseases, including assessing the risk of complications and the need for an individual approach to the patient. [E3]
U_OOD [4/5]
The student is able to use ophthalmic equipment used in surgical diagnostics, in particular in the preparation of the patient for surgery and the assessment of the effects of postoperative treatment. [E4]
KF_U04 [3/5] KF_U05 [3/5] KF_U06 [3/5] U_OOD [3/5]
The student is able to independently perform preoperative measurements (e.g. intraocular lens calculation, corneal topography, biometric measurements) and interpret their clinical significance in the process of qualification for refractive and surgical procedures. [E5]
KF_U04 [3/5] KF_U05 [3/5] KF_U06 [3/5] KF_U11 [3/5] KF_U14 [3/5] KF_U15 [3/5] U_OOD [3/5]
The student demonstrates the ability to work in a team and communicate effectively with medical personnel, understanding his or her role as a team member in the process of diagnosis, therapy and rehabilitation following surgical procedures. [E6]
KF_K03 [4/5] KF_K05 [4/5] KF_K07 [4/5]
Searches, selects, analyzes, evaluates, and classifies information using various sources and methods. [E7]
KF_U09 [3/5] KF_U12 [3/5] KF_K09 [3/5]
Understands the need for further education, performs self-assessment, is able to supplement and improve acquired knowledge and skills; is able to work in a team, communicate with the environment in the workplace and outside it. [E8]
KF_U17 [2/5] KF_K01 [2/5] KF_K02 [2/5] KF_K03 [2/5] KF_K06 [2/5] KF_K08 [2/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
lecture [FZ1] 15 Formal lecture/ course-related lecture [a01]  course work E1 E2 E6 E7 E8
laboratory classes [FZ2] 5 Laboratory exercise / experiment [e01]  course work E3 E4 E5
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
Search for materials and review activities necessary for class participation [a01] Preparation for classes
reviewing literature, documentation, tools and materials as well as the specifics of the syllabus and the range of activities indicated in it as required for full participation in classes
Literature reading / analysis of source materials [a02] Preparation for classes
reading the literature indicated in the syllabus; reviewing, organizing, analyzing and selecting source materials to be used in class
Developing practical skills [a03] Preparation for classes
activities involving the repetition, refinement and consolidation of practical skills, including those developed during previous classes or new skills necessary for the implementation of subsequent elements of the curriculum (as preparation for class participation)
Getting acquainted with the syllabus content [b01] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
reading through the syllabus and getting acquainted with its content
Studying the literature used in and the materials produced in class [c02] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
exploring the studied content, inquiring, considering, assimilating, interpreting it, or organizing knowledge obtained from the literature, documentation, instructions, scenarios, etc., used in class as well as from the notes or other materials/artifacts made in class
Implementation of an individual or group assignment necessary for course/phase/examination completion [c03] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
a set of activities aimed at performing an assigned task, to be executed out of class, as an obligatory phase/element of the verification of the learning outcomes assigned to the course
Analysis of the corrective feedback provided by the academic teacher on the results of the verification of learning outcomes [d01] Consulting the results of the verification of learning outcomes
reading through the academic teacher’s comments, assessments and opinions on the implementation of the task aimed at checking the level of the achieved learning outcomes
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