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Course Criteria
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5.00 Credits
This lecture/laboratory course is designed to develop an understanding of the basic ophthalmic equipment and measurement protocol, instrument calibration, maintenance, and infection control. The students will then apply this information to specific clinical situations related to vision care. Prerequisites: BIO 134, BIO 135, OPT 101, and OPT 134 Co-requisites: AH 120, OPT 150 and OPT 160 must be taken concurrently.
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5.00 Credits
Overview of special tests and procedures ordered for subspecialty services such as cornea and external disease, glaucoma, neuroophthalmology, oculoplastics, pediatric ophthalmology, and retina. This course will present a decision-making approach to the process of data collection. Emphasis will be placed upon designing examination strategy based upon the type of problem presented. Prerequisites: OPT 134, OPT 150 and OPT 160
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5.00 Credits
This lecture/laboratory course will focus upon the physiology of image formation and refractive errors, optical calculations involving use of the retinoscope, phoropter, trial lenses and trial frame, accommodation rulers, and instruments used in evaluating contact lenses. Prerequisites: BIO 134, OPT 150, OPT 160, and OPT 180 Co-requisites: Opt 200, OPT 290 and SRG 101 must be taken concurrently.
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2.00 Credits
An introduction to imaging procedures for external and internal ocular structures, including slit lamp and fundus photography, fluorescein angiography, optical coherence tomography, and other relevant imaging techniques. Prerequisites: OPT 134, OPT 180, OPT 200, OPT 290, and SRG 101 Co-requisites: OPT 220, OPT 240, OPT 260 and OPT 293 must be taken concurrently.
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2.00 Credits
An introduction to ophthalmic surgical procedures, including the indications, goals, and steps of select ophthalmic procedures. Principles of asepsis, care and maintenance of ophthalmic surgical instruments will be emphasized. Prerequisites: OPT 134, OPT 180, OPT 200, OPT 290, and SRG 101 Co-requisites: OPT 220, OPT 240, OPT 260 and OPT 293 must be taken concurrently.
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1.00 Credits
An exploration of issues and trends in healthcare delivery, including certification requirements and systematic review for the national certification examination for ophthalmic technicians. Prerequisites: OPT 200 and OPT 290 Co-requisites: OPT 220, OPT 240, OPT 260 and OPT 293 must be taken concurrently.
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4.00 Credits
Structured clinical experiences in which students observe and participate in selective practical activities at affiliating ophthalmology clinics. Skill development in charting, communicating with patients, performing non-invasive tests, maintaining an examination room and selected ophthalmic equipment. Students must document 240 clinical hours. Prerequisites: AH 105, MOA 100, OPT 160, and OPT 180 Co-requisites: OPT 200, OPT 290 and SRG 101 must be taken concurrently.
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6.00 Credits
Continuation of structured clinical experiences with an emphasis on gaining speed, accuracy, and clarity in advanced clinical skills. Students must document 360 clinical hours. Prerequisites: OPT 200, OPT 290, and SRG 101 Co-requisites: OPT 220, OPT 240, OPT 260 and OPT 293 must be taken concurrently.
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6.00 Credits
Continuation of structured clinical experiences with emphasis on gaining autonomy in performing basic procedures, while adding new experiences in digital imaging and surgical assisting. Students must document 320 clinical hours. Prerequisites: OPT 203, OPT 220 and OPT 240
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1.00 Credits
This is a course designed to provide the means for learners to develop a portfolio which is required if the learner wishes to obtain credit for experiental or other college-level learning activities or experiences.
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