OPT-150: Applied Ophthalmic Optics

School
Health and Human Services
Division
Health Careers
Department
Ophthalmic Technician
Academic Level
Undergraduate
Course Subject
Ophthalmic Technician
Course Number
150
Course Title
Applied Ophthalmic Optics
Credit Hours
3.00
Instructor Contact Hours Per Semester
47.00 (for 15-week classes)
Student Contact Hours Per Semester
47.00 (for 15-week classes)
Grading Method
A-E
Pre-requisites
OPT-101, OPT-134
Catalog Course Description

Studies the fundamental optical principles including the electromagnetic spectrum, properties of light as waves and particles, geometric optics, and object-image relationships. Develops the clinical applications of optical principles.

Goals, Topics, and Objectives

Core Course Topics
  1. Basic Optical Math
  2. Physical Optics
  3. Geometric Optics
  4. Stigmatic and Astigmatic Imagry
  5. Physiological Optics
  6. Principles of Opticianry
  7. Applied Optics, Selected Topics
Core Course Learning Objectives (Separated)
  1. Discuss the nature and properties of light.
  2. Compute vergence and thin lens equations.
  3. Analyze the relationship between accommodation and any refractive error.
  4. Interpret and transpose a spectacle prescription.
  5. Measure spectacle frame data.
  6. Analyze properties of ophthalmic lenses.
  7. Analyze optical prism power and base direction.
  8. Apply optical principles to ophthalmic clinical problems.

Assessment and Requirements

Assessment of Academic Achievement

Assessment of academic achievement will include quizzes, unit examinations, and written assignments,

General Course Requirements and Recommendations
  • Instructors (or their designees) reserve the right to require students to provide proper picture identification for test taking, graded papers or projects or other appropriate purposes.
  • HFCC Policy on Academic Dishonesty (Cheating) will be followed in this course.
Texts
Textbook(s) to be determined by program faculty.

Outcomes

Satisfies Wellness Requirement
No
Effective Term
Fall 2019