Catalog Info
Effective Term
Summer 2014
WebAdvisor Title
Intro to Ophthalmic Technology
Credit Hours
3.00
Contact Hours Per Week
3 (for 15-week classes)
Course Description
Introduces the roles and responsibilities of health care professionals directly involved in vision care. Provides an overview of the comprehensive medical eye examination, including documentation protocol, units on ophthalmic terminology, and abbreviations. Also discusses career options and key elements of medical ethics for ophthalmic medical personnel.
Pre-requisites
Acceptance into the Ophthalmic Technician Program
Co-requisites
OPT-134
Course Satisfies MACRAO Requirements
No