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Course Criteria
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4.00 Credits
Prerequisite: OPD 101 Develops knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the eye. Emphasis is placed on corneal metabolism and its accommodation of a contact lens. Topics include: anatomy and physiology of the eye, eye diseases and abnormalities, corneal metabolism, drugs and treatment methods, and ophthalmic terminology.
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5.00 Credits
Prerequisite: OPD 101 Introduces the properties of light and the laws of geometrical optics. Emphasis is placed on understanding major theories of light and the principles of plane and curved surfaces of mirrors and lenses. Topics include: light and vision, refraction, lens modified light, lens systems, and advanced optical calculations.
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8.00 Credits
Prerequisite: Program admission level English, reading and math scores Introduces the operations involved in lens fabrication. Emphasis is placed on gaining knowledge of equipment requirements and developing surfacing and finishing techniques. Topics include: lens processing terminology, surfacing and finishing equipment, lens blank selection and layout, surfacing techniques, finishing techniques, inspection of lenses, and insertion techniques.
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8.00 Credits
Prerequisite: OPD 106 Continues study of lens fabrication. Emphasis is placed on using specialized lens materials and multifocal surfacing and finishing techniques. Topics include: specialized lens blanks, multifocal lenses, inspection of multifocal lenses, optical calculations, high index lenses, frame repairs, and optical equipment maintenance.
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6.00 Credits
Prerequisite: OPD 102 Introduces the field of contact lenses. Emphasis is placed on the development of contact lenses to correct visual defects, types of contact lenses and consumer selection. Topics include: history of contact lens, contact lens instruments, contact lens terminology, corneal topography, lens types, pre-fitting evaluation, and adverse effects of lens wear.
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6.00 Credits
Prerequisite: OPD 107 Introduces frame selection and dispensing techniques. Emphasis is placed on gaining clinical experience in providing service to the eyewear consumer. Topics include: ocular measurements, frame selection, frame materials, eyewear fitting techniques, lensmeter operation, administrative procedures, and lens finishing.
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6.00 Credits
Prerequisite: OPD 108 Introduces soft contact lens fitting techniques. Emphasis is placed on fitting trial and prescribed lenses. Topics include: selection of lens, inspection and verification, fitting guidelines and regulations, follow-up care, lens care and storage, and fitting bandage lenses.
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6.00 Credits
Prerequisite: OPD 109 Continues study of eyewear dispensing techniques. Emphasis is placed on gaining clinical experience in providing service to the eyewear consumer. Topics include: special lens coatings, lens finishing, use and care of eyewear, matching lens needs to consumer lifestyle, and optical physiological and psychological problems.
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6.00 Credits
Prerequisite: OPD 111 Continues study of contact lenses with emphasis on rigid and gas permeable trial and prescription lens fitting techniques. Topics include: selection of lens, inspection and verification, fitting guidelines and regulations, follow-up care, lens care and storage, and fitting optional feature lenses.
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6.00 Credits
Prerequisite: OPD 112 Introduces techniques of opticianry sales and emphasizes effective consumer service. Topics include: information gathering; communications with consumers, prescribers, and suppliers; ophthalmic sales skills, and effective consumer services and problem solving.
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