Set of Diploma Courses III: Pediatric Optometry Field of study: Physics
Programme code: W4-S2FZ19.2025

Module name: Set of Diploma Courses III: Pediatric Optometry
Module code: W4-FZ-OM-S2-4-25-11C
Programme code: W4-S2FZ19.2025
Semester: summer semester 2026/2027
Language of instruction: Polish
Form of verification: exam
ECTS credits: 3
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The module focuses on the specifics of diagnostics and therapy of vision problems in children, with particular emphasis on the stages of visual development in childhood. The aim is to develop skills in recognizing, diagnosing and treating the most common vision disorders in children, as well as developing appropriate strategies for treating and monitoring vision problems at a young age. The module also aims to teach effective communication with children and their families in the context of optometric care. Training content: 1. Development of the visual organ in children: • Stages of development of the visual system in children from birth to adulthood. • Changes in the structures of the eye and the visual process in different phases of childhood. 2. Diagnosis of vision problems in children: • Early diagnosis of refractive errors (myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism) and other visual disorders. • Diagnosis of amblyopia and strabismus in children. • Vision assessment methods appropriate to the child's age. 3. Visual disturbances in children: • Refractive errors (myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism) and their correction. • Amblyopia, strabismus, other motor and sensory disorders related to vision. • Eye diseases and their impact on visual development in children. 4. Treating vision problems in children: • Methods of correcting refractive errors in children, including the selection of glasses and contact lenses. • Supportive therapies: vision therapy, treatment of strabismus and amblyopia. • The role of correction in improving the quality of life and development of the child. 5. Optometric care and parent education: • Collaboration with parents in monitoring their child's visual development. • Educating parents about early signs of vision problems in children. • Working with children and their families to provide appropriate care and support in treating vision problems. Theoretical lectures that discuss the most important issues related to the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of vision problems in children. Practical exercises and diagnostic simulations during which students will acquire the skills to assess vision in children. Own work, including case studies and the development of medical documentation regarding the diagnosis and treatment of vision problems in children. To pass the practical part, the student prepares a case presentation and submits a summary of the patient examination cards performed along with a summary of the number of pediatric patients examined. As part of their own work, the student, based on lecture notes and supplementary literature, aims to consolidate the knowledge they have acquired. The module also develops the ability to work in a team and communicate effectively with the environment. The module ends with an assessment based on a theoretical test and an assessment of practical skills in diagnosing and treating vision problems in children.
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 knows the specific optometric needs of children, including the influence of visual development on visual processes in various stages of life. [E1]
KF_W01 [3/5] W_OOD [3/5]
Has knowledge about the most common vision problems in children, such as refractive errors (e.g. myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism), amblyopia, strabismus and other childhood diseases. [E2]
W_OOD [3/5]
Able to perform vision diagnostics in children of various ages, including using methods appropriate to the child’s age and level of development. [E3]
KF_U04 [3/5] KF_U05 [3/5] KF_U06 [3/5]
Understands the importance of early diagnosis and intervention for vision problems in children and knows methods of correcting refractive error and other vision disorders. [E4]
W_OOD [3/5] KF_K05 [3/5] KF_K06 [3/5]
Has skills in monitoring visual development in children and implementing appropriate therapy methods, including vision therapy. [E5]
KF_U14 [4/5] U_OOD [4/5]
Knows the principles of working with children and is able to communicate effectively with young patients and their parents to ensure optimal optometric care. [E6]
W_OOD [4/5] KF_K03 [4/5] KF_K05 [4/5] KF_K06 [4/5]
Searches, selects, analyzes, evaluates, and classifies information using various sources and methods. [E7]
KF_U09 [2/5] KF_U12 [2/5]
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] 20 Formal lecture/ course-related lecture [a01]  exam E1 E2 E4 E7 E8
laboratory classes [FZ2] 15 Laboratory exercise / experiment [e01]  course work E3 E5 E6
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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