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Course Description

The Science of Vision: Understanding the Eye | Explore the basics of vision with an overview of the anatomy and physiology of the human eye. Discover its amazing mechanics, from how light enters and gets focused, to how the brain turns those signals into the world we see. Learn about common age-related conditions and diseases of the eye. Note: Senior Cycle class. Students must be 55 or older by start date to enroll.

Learner Outcomes

Explore the basic anatomy of the human eye; Describe the basic mechanisms of vision and of the visual pathway; Explain the most common eye pathologies, their causes and their treatment; Discuss visual correction methods.
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Section Title
The Science of Vision: Understanding the Eye
Type
In Person
Days
W
Time
10:00AM to 11:30AM
Dates
Jan 07, 2026 to Feb 04, 2026
Schedule
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Contact Hours
7.5
Location
  • Off Campus
Delivery Options
In-Person  
Course Costs
Open Enrollment non-credit $40.00 Click here to get more information
Senior (60+) non-credit $0.00 Click here to get more information
Registration Fee
Drop Request Deadline
Jan 06, 2026
Section Transfer Request Deadline
Jan 06, 2026
Instructors
  • Luca Brigatti
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