Alnoor University - College of Health and Medical Technologies
Dept. of Optical Techniques

Department Establishment

About the Department

The correct vision of an individual leads to better performance and achieving more accurate results. For this purpose, the Department of Optics Technology aims to educate and train individuals to become skilled technicians and optometry specialists. It seeks to develop a recognized program for excellence and innovation in the field of optics and optical technology. The department focuses on teaching skills that enable graduates to master optical theory, in addition to encouraging faculty members to continuously develop current and innovative educational materials.

Department Objectives

Optics Techniques aims to prepare skilled and competent professionals who excel in their work, demonstrate intelligence in diagnosis, and possess the ability to innovate and solve problems. These professionals will be equipped to work in fields such as vision correction, determining visual acuity, evaluating strabismus, recommending lenses, and manufacturing optical alternatives.

Department Vision

An essential part of an individual’s effectiveness in society is having proper vision, enabling them to perform more efficiently and creatively. This, in turn, allows them to fulfill their role as required by the community. Good vision empowers individuals to develop their abilities and provide greater service within their work environment. Here, Optics Technology finds its path to play its role and meets the community's need for its contributions.

Department Mission

The mission of Optics Technology is to restore individuals whose lives have been disrupted by visual impairment, bringing them back into the fold of active participation by restoring their vision and effectiveness. Optics Technology strives to minimize damage and address deficiencies, fulfilling its purpose of improving lives and enabling productivity.

Graduate Description

A graduate of the Optics Techniques Department is qualified to work in the field of vision assessment, evaluating visual acuity, and determining the necessary measures to help individuals with eye conditions achieve optimal vision and the closest state to wellness.

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First Stage
Subject NameNumber of Units
Human Rights And Democracy4
Biology8
Medical terminology4
Medical and optical physics8
Chemistry8
English Language2
Computer4
Anatomy of the head & neck & eye8
Second Stage
Subject NameNumber of Units
Physiology of the eye6
Refractive errors8
Optical instruments8
Pharmacology4
Eye health8
Vital statistics6
Professional Conduct4
Third stage
Subject NameNumber of Units
Diseases of the eye 17
Ocular manifestation of systemic and neurological disease7
Squint 17
Refraction errors6
X-ray and ultrasound of the eye6
Computer Applications4
Systematic Training4
Research methodology2
Fourth stage
Subject NameNumber of Units
Diseases of the eye 28
Squint 28
pediatric ophthalmology8
Glasses and Contact Lenses8
Ocular prosthesis8
Project4
Workshop3
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Website Name

Link

1

Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension

https://www.nei.nih.gov/learn-about-eye-health/eye-conditions-and-diseases/idiopathic-intracranial-hypertension

2

Review of Optometry – The Magazine Read Most by Optometrists

https://www.reviewofoptometry.com/

3

Home-Optometric Retina Society

https://www.optometricretinasociety.org/

4

Optometric Glaucoma Society

https://optometricglaucomasociety.org/

5

20/20 Magazine – Leading Optical Publication

https://www.2020mag.com/

 

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Dept. of Optical Techniques

 
 

Curriculum / First Stage – First Semester

 

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Subject
Name

of Units

Subject
Instructor's Name

 

1

مبادئ
Chemistry

Chemistry principles

4

Asst. Prof. Dr.
Firas Hassan
Awad

 

2

الفيزياء
الطبية
والبصرية 1

Medical and optical physics 1

5

Asst. Prof. Dr.
Ismail Khalaf

 

3

Anatomy
الرأس
والرقبة

Anatomy of the head and neck

4

Dr. Adil
Tawfiq

 

4

علم
الاحياء 1

Biology 1

4

Prof. Ata
Allah Fahad
Mekilf

 

5

الديمقراطية
&
Democracy

Human rights and Democracy

1

Asst. Lect. Amjad
Sharif

 

6

مبادئ
الحاسوب 1

Computer principles 1

2

Asst. Lect. Alaa
Salim

 

7

English
الإنكليزية

English Language

3

Asst. Lect.
Omaima Karam

 

Total

23

 

 

Dept. of Optical Techniques

 
 

Curriculum / First Stage – Second Semester

 

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Subject
Name

of Units

Subject
Instructor's Name

 

1

Anatomy
العين

Anatomy of the eye

4

Dr.
Adel Tawfiq

 

2

Chemistry
الحياتية

Biochemistry

4

Asst. Prof. Dr.
Firas Hassan
Awad

 

3

الفيزياء
الطبية
والبصرية 2

Medical and optical physics 2

5

Asst. Prof. Dr.
Ismail Khalaf

 

4

علم
الاحياء 2

Biology 2

4

Dr.
Eman Sami

 

5

مبادئ
الحاسوب 2

Computer principles 2

2

Asst. Lect.
Alaa Salim

 

6

English
العربية 

Arabic Language

2

Asst. Lect.
Omaima Akaram

 

Total

21

 

 

Dept. of Optical Techniques

 
 

Curriculum / Second Stage - First Semester

 

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Subject
Name

of Units

Subject
Instructor's Name

 

1

الأجهزة
البصرية 1

Optical instruments 1

4

Dr. Ali
Saeed Jarjis

 

2

Physiology
العين
والرؤيا 1

Physiology of the eye &vision

4

Prof. Dr. Ismail
Salih

 

3

الصحة
العينية 1

Eye health 1

4

Dr. Ali
Saeed Jarjis

 

4

أخطاء
الانكسار 1

Refractive errors 1

4

Dr. Ali
Saeed Jarjis

 

5

التطبيقات
الإحصائية 1

Statistical applications 1

2

Asst. Lect. Nabaa
Mohammed Diaa

 

6

المصطلحات
الطبية

Medical terminology

2

Asst. Lect. Haneen
Majed

 

Total

20

 

 

Dept. of Optical Techniques 

 
 

Curriculum / Second Stage - Second Semester

 

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Subject
Name

of Units

أسم
Instructor's Name

 

1

Physiology
العين
والرؤيا 2

Physiology of the eye and vision 2

4

Prof. Dr. Ismail
Salih

 

2

الأجهزة
البصرية 2

Optical Equipment 2

4

Dr. Ali
Saeed Jarjis

 

3

الصحة
العينية 2

Eye health 2

4

Dr. Ali
Saeed Jarjis

 

4

أخطاء
الانكسار 2

Refractive errors 2

4

Dr. Ali
Saeed Jarjis

 

5

التطبيقات
الإحصائية 2

Statistical Applications 2

2

Asst. Lect. Nabaa
Mohammed Diaa

 

6

أدوية

Pharmacoliogy

2

Dr. Ahmed
Faisal

 

7

الليزر
في طب العيون

Laser in ophthalmology

2

Dr. Ali
Saeed Jarjis

 

Total

22

 

 

Dept. of Optical Techniques

Curriculum / Third Stage / Semester System

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Subject
Name

of Units

Subject
Instructor's Name

1

الحول 1

Squint 1

7

Dr. Ali
Saeed Jarjis

2

أخطاء
الانكسار 2

Refraction errors 2

6

Dr. Saleem
Mahdi

3

الامراض
العينية
للامراض
الجهازية
والعصبية

Ocualar manifestation of systemic
and neurological disease

7

Dr. Ali
Saeed Jarjis

4

أشعة
وسونار
العين

X-ray and ultrasound of the eye

6

Asst. Lect.
Tamara Moayad

5

أمراض
العين 1

Diseases of the eye 1

7

Dr. Ali
Saeed Jarjis

6

طرق
البحث

Research methodologe

4

Asst. Prof. Dr.
Firas Hassan
Awad

7

English
الإنكليزية

English Language

2

Asst. Lect.
Haneen Majed

8

Computer
Computer

Computer applications

4

Lect. Akram
Abdulbaqi

Total

43

 

Dept. of Optical Techniques

 

Curriculum / Fourth Stage / Semester System

 

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Subject
Name

of Units

Subject
Instructor's Name

 

1

الحول
2

Squint 2

8

Asst. Prof. Dr.
Azam Abdul
Qader

 

2

النظارات
والعدسات
اللاصقة

Glasses and contact lenses

8

Dr.
Zubaida Saad

 

3

طب
عيون
الأطفال

pediatric ophthalmology

8

Asst. Prof. Dr.
Azam Abdul
Qader

 

4

ورشة
التقنيات
البصرية

Work shop of optical technique

3

Tech.
Ayad

 

5

أمراض
العين 2

Diseases of the eye 2

8

Dr. Ali
Saeed Jarjis

 

6

بدائل
عينية

Ocular prosthesis

8

Dr. Ali
Saeed Jarjis

 

7

English
الإنكليزية

English Language

2

Asst. Lect.
Haneen Majed

 

8

مشروع
بحث التخرج

Project

4

 

 

9

ورشة
التقنيات
البصرية

Workshope of optical Technigue

3

 

 

Total

52

 

 

 

 

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