OD 233 - Lab for OD 232

Credit Hours: 2

Continuation of OD 143. Emphasis will be given to special lens designs, including bifocals, toric, keratoconus and therapeutic lenses. Course is a continuation in the use of all instruments vital in the fitting contact lenses. Over-refraction procedures will be included.

Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

demonstrate the usage of instruments needed in the fitting of contact lenses;
discuss the aspects of fitting rigid and soft lenses and the follow up care;
express the terminology of contact lens fitting;
assess how to fit special lenses;
evaluate fluorescein patterns;
participate on the National Contact Lens Certification Examination and the New York State Contact Lens Licensing Examination.

Prerequisites: OD 142
Concurrent Registration: OD 232
F (N)