Program Overview

Honours BSc Ophthalmic Medical Technology

The Honours BSc Ophthalmic Medical Technology program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in ophthalmic medical technology and visual science. The program consists of 120 units, with the first two years focusing on core sciences and the third and fourth years specializing in ophthalmic medical technology.

Program Overview

As the diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases, known as ophthalmic medicine, steadily grows in complexity, the demand for healthcare workers with specialized knowledge and skills in ophthalmic medical technology is increasing. Ophthalmic medical technologists work with leading-edge equipment, including lasers and imaging systems, to provide quality patient care. This program combines clinical, hands-on experience with theoretical training, providing students with a well-rounded education.

Program Requirements

Acceptance into the third year of this bachelor's degree program is competitive and includes an interview with the admissions committee. To be considered, students must have successfully completed two full years of prerequisite courses (60 units) with a minimum CGPA of 6.0. The committee selects candidates based on many factors, and it may consider strong, well-rounded candidates from a science background who may or may not have completed all the prerequisites. Each year, a maximum of four students are selected, and students should be aware that meeting the basic requirements does not guarantee admission to the program.

Course List

The program consists of the following courses:

• BIO 1130: Introduction to Organismal Biology (3 units)
• BIO 1140: Introduction to Cell and Molecular Biology (3 units)
• CHM 1311: Principles of Chemistry (3 units)
• CHM 1321: Organic Chemistry I (3 units)
• ENG 1100: Workshop in Essay Writing (3 units)
• MAT 1330: Calculus for the Life Sciences I (3 units)
• MAT 1332: Calculus for the Life Sciences II (3 units)
• PHY 1321: Principles of Physics I (3 units)
• PHY 1322: Principles of Physics II (3 units)
• 3 course units from:
  • HSS 1101: Determinants of Health
  • PSY 1102: Introduction to Psychology: Applications
  • BCH 2333: Introduction to Biochemistry (3 units)
  • BIO 2133: Genetics (3 units)
  • CHM 2120: Organic Chemistry II (3 units)
  • CHM 2123: Laboratory of Organic Chemistry II (3 units)
  • MAT 2379: Introduction to Biostatistics (3 units)
  • PHI 2396: Bioethics (3 units)
  • HSS 3101: Health Research: Quantitative and Qualitative Approaches (3 units)
  • OMT 3122: Ocular Anatomy and Physiology (3 units)
  • OMT 3123: Optics and Refraction (3 units)
  • OMT 3124: Basic Diagnostics I (3 units)
  • OMT 3125: Clinical Application I (3 units)
  • OMT 3126: Ophthalmic Subspecialties (3 units)
  • OMT 3127: Basics Diagnostics II (3 units)
  • OMT 3128: Ophthalmic Basic Science Seminars (3 units)
  • OMT 3231: Introduction to Ophthalmic Technology: Basic Skills-I (6 units)
  • OMT 4122: Advanced Diagnostics I (3 units)
  • OMT 4123: Ophthalmic Pharmacology and Microbiology (3 units)
  • OMT 4125: Ophthalmic Basic Science Seminars (3 units)
  • OMT 4126: Specialized Diagnostics (3 units)
  • OMT 4127: Advanced Diagnostics II (3 units)
  • OMT 4128: Ophthalmic Abnormalities and Disorders (3 units)
  • OMT 4201: Ophthalmic Technology: Basic Skills II (6 units)
  • OMT 4224: Clinical Application-II (6 units)
• 12 optional course units at the 2000, 3000, or 4000 level offered by the Faculty of Science (12 units)

Language of Instruction

The first two years of this program are offered in English and in French. The last two years are only offered in English.

Note

This course runs from September to April. Requirements for this program have been modified; please consult the calendars for the previous requirements.