Certificate in Ophthalmic Technician

Certificate in Ophthalmic Technician (COT)

📚 Subject-wise Syllabus

🔹 1. Basic Anatomy & Physiology of Eye

• Structure of Eye (Cornea, Retina, Lens, Optic Nerve)
• Functions of Eye Parts
• Vision Process
• Common Eye Problems

🔹 2. Basic Ophthalmology

• Introduction to Ophthalmology
• Eye Examination Methods
• Visual Acuity Testing
• Colour Vision & Depth Perception

🔹 3. Optics & Refraction

• Basics of Light & Optics
• Reflection & Refraction
• Types of Lenses (Convex, Concave, Cylindrical)
• Refractive Errors (Myopia, Hypermetropia, Astigmatism)
• Refraction Techniques

🔹 4. Ophthalmic Instruments & Equipment

• Use of:
  • Slit Lamp
  • Ophthalmoscope
  • Retinoscope
  • Auto Refractometer
• Maintenance & Handling of Equipment

🔹 5. Eye Diseases & Disorders

• Cataract
• Glaucoma
• Conjunctivitis
• Night Blindness
• Diabetic Retinopathy
• Prevention & Basic Treatment

🔹 6. Pharmacology (Basic)

• Eye Drops & Ointments
• Drug Administration
• Sterilization Techniques
• Safety Measures

🔹 7. Contact Lens & Low Vision Aids

• Types of Contact Lenses
• Lens Care & Handling
• Low Vision Devices

🔹 8. Community Eye Health

• Eye Camps
• Blindness Control Programs
• Awareness & Prevention
• Public Health Education

🔹 9. Ophthalmic Nursing & Patient Care

• Patient Handling
• Pre & Post Operative Care
• Eye Dressing
• Infection Control

🔹 10. Operation Theatre (OT) Techniques

• OT Setup
• Sterilization
• Surgical Instruments
• Assisting in Eye Surgery